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A new discovery by the European Space Agency's Gaia spacecraft has revealed 352 asteroids in the solar system that are likely accompanied by their own orbiting moons. These systems, known as "binary asteroids," provide...

Elon Musk recently announced that the next project for Neuralink will be a “Blindsight” cortical implant aimed at restoring vision. Musk mentioned that the resolution of the vision might start off low, similar to...

The Alien movie franchise has captivated audiences for decades with its blend of horror and science fiction. One of the most iconic elements of the series is the impressive spaceships that play a crucial...

The United Kingdom has taken a significant step in the world of science by launching a metascience unit, a practice that involves studying how research is conducted using scientific methodology. This initiative aims to...

Archaeologists have recently uncovered a vast quarry in Jerusalem's Har Hotzvim area that may have been the source of building stones for the Second Temple. This discovery sheds light on the massive construction activities...

Cats, often known for their aloof and independent nature, may actually experience grief when they lose a household companion animal, including dogs, according to a recent study by Oakland University in the US. The...

Meteors that streak through the sky leaving behind a persistent afterglow have long intrigued astronomers. A recent study published in the Journal of Geophysical Research: Space Physics sheds light on the mystery behind these...

The Amazon rainforest is known for its rich and fertile soil, especially the nutrient-rich "dark earth" soil that has been cultivated by Indigenous communities for centuries. A recent study has found that this special...

Researchers have successfully drilled the deepest-ever sample of rocks from Earth's mantle, reaching a depth of 0.7 miles (1.2 kilometers) in the Mid-Atlantic Ridge. This location is known for its abundance of hydrothermal vents,...

After Hurricane Ike wreaked havoc in 2008, engineers devised a $34 billion plan to shield southeast Texas from severe storms. This ambitious project, known as the Ike Dike, is a collaboration led by the...

Scientists recently embarked on an expedition to the Mid-Atlantic ocean ridge where they made a groundbreaking discovery. They were able to extract nearly a mile of rocks from an area known as the "Lost...

Cats are known for their independent and mysterious nature, but recent studies have shed light on a potential emotional side to these feline companions. Researchers from Oakland University in Michigan delved into the question...

For the first time ever, a team of scientists from around the world has managed to recover a substantial section of rocks originating from Earth's mantle. This layer, located just beneath the Earth's crust,...

The UK's competition regulator has launched an inquiry into Amazon's investment of over £3bn into an artificial intelligence (AI) startup as regulators ramp up their scrutiny of mergers involving the fast-growing technology. The deal,...

In the quest for more energy-efficient artificial intelligence, some scientists are delving into the realm of living computers. These innovative systems are designed to use biological matter instead of traditional silicon-based hardware. This approach,...

When you were a child, you may have learned that you can count tree rings to find out how old the tree is. Biologists and forensic scientists use a similar concept but with teeth....

Using the James Webb Space Telescope (JWST), astronomers have made a surprising discovery near a supermassive black hole. The team found a "shock" feature caused by collisions with high-speed gas jets, rather than the...

In January, South African urologist Kgomotso Mathabe found herself at the center of a deepfake video scam. The video showed her promoting a fake drug to treat erectile dysfunction, which she had never done....

Cats are known for being independent and aloof, but a recent study suggests that they also show signs of grieving when they lose a fellow pet in the household, even if it's a family...

Health officials in California are warning of a potentially high risk of valley fever this year after several cases were detected among attendees of a music festival near Bakersfield. Valley fever, also known as...

Researchers have recently conducted a groundbreaking study using Landsat and Sentinel-2 satellites to track and measure nitrogen oxide (NOx) emissions from power plants with exceptional accuracy. These satellites, initially designed for land surveying purposes,...

In the year A.D. 79, a massive volcano in southern Italy awakened suddenly, causing one of the deadliest natural disasters in the ancient world. The eruption led to the deaths of at least 1,500...

Bacteria thriving in microwaves are a surprising discovery, according to a recent study conducted by researchers at the University of Valencia in Spain. The study found that microwaves, despite their heat and dry environment,...

Great white sharks are facing a high risk of extinction, and scientists are now studying their distinct populations in different oceans to understand the potential for interbreeding. According to a recent study published in...

In 1896, the Swedish physicist Svante Arrhenius discovered that carbon dioxide (CO2) traps heat in Earth's atmosphere, leading to the greenhouse effect. Modern climate models have confirmed his findings, showing that every time the...

Long-spined sea urchins are the unsung heroes of Caribbean reefs, despite their villainous appearance. These sea creatures play a vital role in maintaining the health of coral ecosystems by consuming large amounts of algae...

NASA officials have recently admitted that there might be more serious issues with the Boeing Starliner spacecraft than initially thought. This raises concerns about the return of astronauts Suni Williams and Butch Wilmore, who...

The Perseid meteor shower is a dazzling celestial event that offers a unique opportunity to witness shooting stars streaking across the night sky. This annual event occurs when the Earth passes through debris left...

If you're someone who loves to listen to music or podcasts while on the go, having a good pair of noise-canceling headphones can make all the difference. Whether you're on a noisy train, a...

The Ministry of Defence has announced plans to transform an army barracks in Pembrokeshire into a deep space radar programme, which will be known as Deep Space Advanced Radar Capability (DARC). This initiative aims...