Arvind Mathur

Mummified Crew Remains Of Ill-Fated Franklin Expedition Undergo DNA Identification

04.25.2017 14:57 PM

A two-ship expedition was sent in 1845 to find a Northwest Passage, linking the Atlantic and Pacific oceans that got trapped in ice. DNA from the mummified remains of the crew members of Franklin expedition shows some to be women.

Man Who Got An African Wildlife Killed For Trophies, Ends Up in Crocs Belly

04.25.2017 14:24 PM

Scott van Zyl used to invite hunting enthusiasts to kill wildlife near nature preserves in Africa. He himself became the victim of a crocodile attack, while out on a safari.

Awesome View From SpaceX’s Historic Mission On Video

04.25.2017 13:59 PM

SpaceX has reused its first stage booster rocket to successfully launch its second mission into space. This bold attempt by Musk, SpaceX’s head, is set to promote space travel by making it affordable.

Venus Flytrap’s Gruesome Process Of Digesting Its Prey Revealed In Latest Study

04.25.2017 02:56 AM

A new research has found the exact sequence that Venus flytrap adopts from catching the prey to digesting it. It is really fascinating how carnivore plants, such as Venus flytrap, can derive nutrients directly from its insect preys, while normal plants rely on photosynthesis for the same.

Hubble Captures Bubble-Like Structure Wrapped Around Star 5,200 Light Years Away

04.24.2017 01:23 AM

Hubble captures a bubble-like structure, Sh2-308, wrapped around EZ Canis Majoris, a star in The Great Dog constellation. This wispy bubble is transitory and will disappear in the violent supernova explosions.

Latest Investigations Reveal How Lions Of Tsavo Turned Man-Eaters 120 Years Ago In Kenya

04.22.2017 09:35 AM

In 1898, two lions regularly targeted a camp by the Tsavo River to prey on workers, killing 35 of them within a span of nine months. The analysis of preserved carcasses of these lions revealed that it was mainly their bad teeth that forced them to choose soft human targets.

Can Psychedelic Drugs Induce Higher Levels Of Consciousness Lead To Spiritual Awakening

04.22.2017 04:50 AM

The discovery of psychedelic drugs inducing higher levels of consciousness is an important find. Though suspected for long, it is for the first time that clinical proof for the same has been obtained.

Peanut-Shaped Asteroid Misses Earth By Just A Million Miles

04.20.2017 11:36 AM

The peanut-shaped asteroid missed the Earth and shot past it by the closest distance ever. It has given the astronomers and scientists a great opportunity to study its feature in detail.

Experts Almost Certain Ship Collision Caused Death Of Endangered Right Whale

04.19.2017 06:19 AM

A female right whale was found dead in Cape Cod Bay, suspected to be a victim of ship collision. The death comes as a setback for this species struggling for survival.

The First Ever 360-Degree Live Streaming Video Of Rocket Launch At NASA YouTube Channel [WATCH]

04.19.2017 01:44 AM

NASA has planned to live stream a 360-degree video of rocket launch on its YouTube channel. It will be the first ever attempt by NASA at live streaming using 360-degree surround cameras.

The ‘Music Of The Meteors’: Is It For Real?

04.18.2017 11:48 AM

The meteors when arcing through the atmosphere produce a hissing sound. The reason for this ‘music of the meteors’, is shrouded in mystery that a new hypothesis tries of unraveling.

Native Indian Wampanoag Tribe Reclaims Burial Site: Massasoit, Wampanoag Chief, To Be Reburied

04.18.2017 02:31 AM

Wampanoag Chief, Massasoit’s first meeting with Mayfair pilgrims at Plymouth Colony. The chief took an unprecedented step in signing a treaty with the pilgrims in 1621 that he supported until his death.

Excitement Mounts As NASA Tests Tech On Chilean Lake To Land Spacecraft On Titan

04.17.2017 03:53 AM

TiME is being tested on a Chilean lake to float on methane-ethane filled lakes and seas on Titan. NASA’s initiative is a step towards landing on Titan’s methane seas and finding life.

Scientists Chart Humpback Whales’ Movements In South Pacific By Tagging

04.17.2017 02:42 AM

A total of 47 humpback whales have been tagged by scientists to track their movements in breeding areas. This initiative will help in understanding their movement pattern and protecting them.

7-Year-Old Discovery Of Fossil Identified As A New Species Of Prehistoric Sea Creature

04.16.2017 17:12 PM

An elk hunter discovers a fossilized prehistoric sea creature that existed 70 million years ago. It belonged to the group of elasmosaurs found elsewhere, but turned out to be a never-before-discovered species.

The Find of Nearly Intact Saber-Toothed Cat Skull In Europe Makes The Scientific Community Super Excited

04.16.2017 17:05 PM

A nearly complete skull of saber-toothed cat has excited the scientific community. This find will be of immense help in getting insights into the sensory capabilities of this ferocious carnivore.

Aussie Crocodile Sends Endangered Sawfish To Its Gory End

04.16.2017 06:18 AM

Despite the lethal snout with teeth, sawfish is no match for the powerful jaws of the crocodile. It has become a struggle for survival for sawfish due to its two main predators – crocodiles and bull sharks.

Indonesia’s Violently Erupting Volcano Causes Concern

04.14.2017 15:41 PM

Mount Sinabung, the Indonesian volcano, has recently started spewing dust and smoke. The population living in the vicinity of this volcano had to be evacuated to safety.

Hubble Sends Spectacular Images Of Intense Auroras On Uranus

04.14.2017 01:50 AM

Hubble spots auroras on Uranus. These most intense auroras have been seen for the first time ever. Ever seen Aurora Borealis or Aurora Australis here on Earth, also known as the "dawn of the north" and "dawn of the south?" This natural phenomenon appears as incredible bursts of light that illuminate the night sky in myriad hues.

A New Spider Species The Size Of Tarantula Found In An Abandoned Mine In Baja California

04.12.2017 05:19 AM

The discovery of a new species of spider is an exciting find, because it is almost as huge as tarantula, the giant spider. Traced in an abandoned mine of Sierra Cacachilas Mountain Range in Baja California, this spider is another addition to over one million insects and spiders discovered so far.

Virgin Galactic First Test Flight Launch In 2017 May Prove Pivotal For Future Space Explorations

04.10.2017 01:14 AM

Sir Richard Branson is quite upbeat about the prospects of his company, Virgin Galactic, launching its first test flight into suborbital space with passengers. He, along with a few family members, will be the first passengers to travel on this flight.

Cave Loach: Europe’s Find Of The Millennium

04.09.2017 13:50 PM

Cave loach, a species of cave-dwelling fish, has been found for the first time in Europe. This rare find was a chance discovery by a German cave explorer.