Mad Science Fridays: Cosmic Rays Are Officially a Mystery

What’s weird and wonderful in the world of science this week?

• We officially have no idea what causes bursts of cosmic rays: the official theory has been disproven.
• We no longer need DNA to store genetic information.
• Science has discovered the source of people being jerks while drunk.
• The asteroid that killed the dinosaurs might have started life on other planets.
• Science has figured out the perfect way to walk a tightrope.
• io9 has detailed all the horrible ways a volcano can kill you, including popping your skull like a zit.
• And finally, we’re reversing paralysis in monkeys.

Think we missed something? Let us know in the comments!