The moon and Venus take a morning stroll through the sky on Oct. 19
Watch this stunning pairing in the pre-dawn sky.
SPACE.com 
Arctic Ocean methane 'switch' that helped drive rapid global warming discovered
The Arctic Ocean was once an important source of greenhouse gases to the atmosphere — and it could become one again, researchers warn.
Live Science 
Two People Almost Drown After Asking ChatGPT When Low Tide Was
"A lesson learned for me." The post Two People Almost Drown After Asking ChatGPT When Low Tide Was appeared first on Futurism .
Futurism 
Science news this week: Revived permafrost microbes spew CO2, scientists image object 'moving' at 99.9% the speed of light, and James Webb telescope spots something exciting blasting from black hole M87*
Oct. 18, 2025: Our weekly roundup of the latest science in the news, as well as a few fascinating articles to keep you entertained over the weekend.
Big questions on how food affects our health
Editor in Chief Nancy Shute explores the science behind major questions on food and health — from the addictive potential of ultraprocessed foods to the high-protein diet craze to the drawbacks of keto.
Science News 
Tech Bros Have Been Accidentally Poisoning Themselves With Severe Brain Toxins for Years
Uh oh. The post Tech Bros Have Been Accidentally Poisoning Themselves With Severe Brain Toxins for Years appeared first on Futurism .
Something mysterious is lighting up the Milky Way. Could it be dark matter?
Scientists at Johns Hopkins may be closing in on dark matter’s elusive trail, uncovering a mysterious gamma ray glow at the heart of our galaxy that could signal unseen matter colliding — or perhaps the frantic spin of dying stars. Using advanced simulations that account for the Milky Way’s ancient formation, researchers found a near-perfect match between theoretical and observed gamma ray maps, tightening the link between dark matter and this puzzling energy. Yet the mystery remains: could these signals come from millisecond pulsars instead?
ScienceDaily 
Watch SpaceX launch its 10,000th Starlink satellite to orbit today
SpaceX is scheduled to launch its 10,000th Starlink satellite to orbit today (Oct. 18), and you can watch the action live.
It’s Still Ludicrously Easy to Generate Copyrighted Characters on ChatGPT
This is embarrassing. The post It’s Still Ludicrously Easy to Generate Copyrighted Characters on ChatGPT appeared first on Futurism .
3,500-year-old Egyptian military fortress with ancient ovens and fossilized dough discovered in Sinai Desert
A 3,500-year-old Egyptian fortress has been discovered on an ancient military road in the north Sinai Desert.
Surgery beats Ozempic for long-term health, Cleveland Clinic finds
Weight-loss surgery dramatically outperformed GLP-1 medications in improving longevity and reducing heart, kidney, and eye complications for people with obesity and diabetes. Over 10 years, patients lost far more weight and required fewer medications. Experts say surgery continues to offer survival advantages even in the age of potent obesity drugs.
Stanford scientists grow thousands of mini human brains using common food additive
Stanford scientists have solved a long-standing challenge in growing brain organoids by using a simple food additive to keep them from sticking together. The breakthrough enables the production of thousands of identical mini-brains at once, making large-scale testing and research possible. This leap could revolutionize how we study brain development and screen drugs for side effects. The discovery opens new paths to understanding and treating disorders such as autism and schizophrenia.
Can you actually get high from licking a toad?
There's some truth to the urban legend that certain toads have psychedelic properties, but licking them isn't a good idea.
Lego is offering a FREE Northern Lights Diorama and double loyalty points until October 20
Get a free Northern Lights diorama set and double loyalty points with purchases over $150 until October 20 and it's free to sign up to Lego Insiders.
The Sky Today on Saturday, October 18: Io, Europa, and their shadows cross Jupiter
Looking for a sky event this week? Check out our full Sky This Week column. October 17: Catch open cluster M34 Jupiter stands high in the sky early this morning, ripe for viewing as two of its four Galilean moons chase their shadows across the cloud tops. By 6 A.M. EDT, the gas giant stands nearly 60° Continue reading "The Sky Today on Saturday, October 18: Io, Europa, and their shadows cross Jupiter" The post The Sky Today on Saturday, October 18: Io, Europa, and their shadows cross Jupiter appeared first on Astronomy Magazine .
Astronomy Magazine 
Scientists just debunked the calcium and dementia myth
A long-term Australian study found that calcium supplements do not raise dementia risk in older women, countering previous fears. The research followed more than 1,400 participants for nearly 15 years and revealed no harmful cognitive effects. Scientists say these results should reassure those using calcium to prevent osteoporosis, though more research is needed across broader populations.