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Earth-Based Observations Reveal the Secrets of Neptune's Dark Spot and Its Puzzling Bright Companion

08.25.2023 04:32 AM

The origins of a massive shadowy mark on Neptune's blue expanse continue to elude scientists, leaving them uncertain about its cause. Read the article to learn more.

NASA Scientist Contemplates Extraterrestrial Life on Venus Despite Extreme Conditions, Also Speculates on Nearby Alien Existence

08.25.2023 02:17 AM

NASA's Dr. Michelle Thaller notes potential life indications in the Solar System, and it may be on Venus. Continue reading to learn more.

Devastating Die-Off of Emperor Penguin Chicks Linked to Unprecedented Sea Ice Decline in West Antarctica; 98% of Colonies Could Become Quasi-Extinct by 2100

08.24.2023 23:23 PM

In 2022, due to sea ice decline, four of five Bellingshausen Sea emperor penguin colonies faced complete breeding failure. Read the article to learn more details.

Barnacles on Plane Wreckage Yield Clues to the Mystery of Malaysia Airlines Flight MH370, Study Suggests

08.24.2023 07:40 AM

After almost a decade, scientists may solve MH370 mystery using barnacles and water temperature to trace debris path and crash site, possibly Indian Ocean. Read the article for more details.

26 People Afflicted Across 11 States in Salmonella Outbreak Linked to Small Turtles; Illegal Sales Continue Despite Ban

08.24.2023 02:38 AM

CDC warns against risks and advise precautions against the Salmonella outbreak tied to small turtles that span U.S. east coast. Continue reading to learn more details.

Does Vitamin D Help With Depression? Exploring Its Potential Benefits for Mental Well-Being

08.23.2023 09:35 AM

Known for bone strength, vitamin D might alleviate depression symptoms. Continue reading to discover sources and strategies to incorporate it effectively.

Pioneering 18-Hour Womb Transplant in the U.K. Provides Hope for Women Struggling With Infertility

08.23.2023 07:53 AM

Surgeons describe the first womb transplant in the UK as a "massive success" in which a 40-year-old woman gifts her womb to her sister. Continue reading to learn more details.

NASA's James Webb Space Telescope Unveils New Photo of Ring Nebula, Showing More Intricate Details of the Dying Star

08.23.2023 01:40 AM

James Webb Space Telescope (JWST) exposes intricate details of Ring Nebula, unveiling inner filaments with NIRCam and outer traceries with MIRI. Check it out in this article.

Top 5 Germ Hotspots as Cold and Flu Season Looms: Protecting Against a Potential 'Tripledemic'

08.22.2023 08:05 AM

In homes and public spaces, common objects like gas pumps and light switches harbor pathogens. Continue reading to get to know about these 10 surprising germ hotspots.

Climate Change's Impact on Extreme Events Led to Unprecedented Ice Loss in Antarctica, Study Reveals

08.22.2023 07:44 AM

Antarctica's extreme occurrences, like ocean heatwaves and ice loss, are predicted to intensify and occur more frequently due to worsening effects of climate change. Continue reading to learn more.

Extremely Rare Spotless Giraffe Born at Tennessee's Brights Zoo; Naming Opportunity Sparks Conservation Awareness

08.22.2023 06:00 AM

Check out this one-of-a-kind spotless giraffe born at Tennessee's Brights Zoo, distinguished by its brown fur lacking the usual spots.

Hip Bone Fossil Discovery in France Suggests Coexistence of Different Human Lineages During Ancient Times

08.22.2023 00:56 AM

An infant bone in France, potentially from a new Homo sapiens lineage, differs from Neanderthals and bears a slight resemblance to modern humans. Continue reading to learn more about this mysterious fossil.

Is Gout Hereditary? Exploring the Genetic Origin of This Inflammatory Joint Condition and Its Connection to Urate Buildup

08.21.2023 10:09 AM

Gout, an inflammatory joint condition, stems from urate buildup due to genetic and environmental factors. Check out this article to learn about its link with genetics and seeking medical attention.

Healthy Diet Not a Guarantee Against Prostate Cancer; Unhealthy Eating Elevates Aggressive Tumor Risk, Research Shows

08.21.2023 09:25 AM

A new study shows that a healthy diet has no effect on prostate cancer risk, while unhealthy diets raise aggressive prostate cancer risk. Check out the study in this article.

NASA Grapples With Terrestrial Troubles as Funding Shortfall Threatens Aging Buildings Amid Space Exploration Ambitions

08.21.2023 03:50 AM

NASA faces building decay due to chronic underfunding, risking mission impacts. Director warns of $250-260 million annual maintenance gap. Continue reading to learn more of this story.

Saturn's Hidden Megastorms That Happened Centuries Ago Leave Long-Lasting Atmospheric Scars

08.21.2023 02:11 AM

Radio observations reveal effects from megastorms in Saturn reshapes its atmosphere, aiding planetary distinctions. Continue reading to learn more.

Russia's Ambitious Moon Mission Ends in Failure: Luna-25 Spacecraft Crashes During Pre-Landing Orbit, Highlighting Struggles of Once-Powerful Space Program

08.21.2023 00:18 AM

Soviet space veteran disheartened after Russia's Luna-25 mission ends in failure, viewing the spacecraft as final hope. Continue reading to learn more details.

How Hazardous Are Asteroids to Earth? Understanding Its Threat and the Reality of Near-Earth Encounters

08.19.2023 08:43 AM

How much threat do asteroids possess against Earth? Check out this article to unravel the intricate interplay between reality, imagination, and risks posed by near-Earth objects.

Camouflaged Predators of the Deep: Ultra-Black Eels' Evolutionary Strategy Revealed

08.19.2023 03:29 AM

Deep-sea eels evolve ultra-black skin to ambush their prey in dark, deep ocean where light cannot penetrate. Check out how they evolved in such manner that gives them an advantage in the wild.

Chang'e-4's Yutu-2 Rover Reveals Hidden Layers of the Moon's History with Lunar Penetrating Radar

08.19.2023 00:11 AM

Chang'e-4's Yutu-2 rover uses Lunar Penetrating Radar to unveil the moon's hidden history, revealing volcanic activity, geological changes, and distinct features on its far side. Continue reading to learn more details of its mission.

Triassic Era Reptile Has Weaker Bite Than Previously Thought; Ancient Apex Predator Could Not Even Crunch a Bone

08.18.2023 04:16 AM

Recent findings show that ancient apex predator Saurosuchus had a weaker bite than modern crocodiles. Continue reading to learn more.

Rare 'Flesh-Eating' Bacterial Infection Claims Lives: Northeast Region on High Alert as Vibrio vulnificus Strikes

08.18.2023 00:17 AM

Health officials alert as the rare 'flesh-eating' bacteria, Vibrio vulnificus, living in coastal waters claimed three lives in New York and Connecticut. Continue reading to learn more details.

More Than 50% of Earth's Organisms Live Beneath the Soil, Making It the Most Biodiverse Habitat on the Planet

08.17.2023 07:23 AM

Soil's life abundance surpasses previous estimates with research suggesting over 50% of Earth's life thrives in it, affirming its unmatched biodiversity. Read the article to learn more. 

Japan's Ancient Indigenous Group Hirota Practiced Skull Deformation for Centuries, Study Reveals

08.17.2023 05:51 AM

Skull deformation is a global cultural phenomenon in ancient times, and DNA analysis confirmed Japan's indigenous group Hirota also engaged in this kind of activity. Continue reading to learn more.

James Webb Space Telescope Confirms 'Maisie's Galaxy,' Unveiling One of the Universe's Earliest Celestial Wonders

08.17.2023 00:21 AM

A new JWST study reveals that Maisie's galaxy formed just less than 400 million years after the Big Bang, making it one of the oldest galaxies the space telescope found. Continue reading to learn more.

South African Succulent 'Baby's Bum': A Cheeky Delight in the World of Plants

08.16.2023 09:55 AM

Thriving in a South African mountain-bound valley with minimal rain, Gibbaeum heathii, known as "baby's bum," is among diverse succulent species. Check it out in this article.

Alien Encounter or High-Tech Trickery? Indigenous Village in Peru Gripped by Mysterious Saga

08.16.2023 05:12 AM

For weeks, a rural Peruvian tribe endured fear as reported "7ft armored aliens" reminiscent of Green Goblin tormented them. Check out the article to know the full story.

Extinction of Europe's First Humans, Homo Erectus Due to Severe Cooling Event 1.1 Million Years Ago, Study Reveals

08.16.2023 05:08 AM

A UCL-led study reveals that an extreme cooling event in Europe wiped out the first humans in the continent, coinciding with the gap in hominin history. Continue reading to learn more.

Aerial Laser-Equipped Drones Illuminate Hidden Legacies and Secrets of Gory World War II, Battle of the Bulge

08.16.2023 01:03 AM

Recent drone-based laser revealed hidden evidence of the Battle of the Bulge, including 1,000 features like bomb craters and artillery sites. Read the article for more details.

Decoding Charisma: Fusion of Art and Science in Influencing Others

08.15.2023 09:17 AM

Charisma involves captivating and influencing others. Check out how being charismatic could help someone become an effective leader as well as the bias connected to it.