Evolution

The majestic Pando, Earth's largest known organism, faces a slow but steady decline. This ancient aspen clone, spanning 106 acres in Utah's Wasatch Mountains, has stood as a testament to…

In 2019, a remarkable discovery shook the archaeological world : a mammoth cemetery dating back 220,000 years. Little did researchers know that this site in Cerney Wick, Gloucestershire, would unveil a…

In recent years, the waters around Gibraltar have become a hotspot for unusual marine activity. Orca encounters with boats have sparked curiosity and concern among scientists, sailors, and the public…

In a startling discovery off the coast of San Diego, California, a group of divers encountered an enormous oarfish measuring over 10 feet in length. This rare sighting of the…

The kagu, an enigmatic bird endemic to New Caledonia, has recently defied extinction predictions, showcasing a remarkable population surge. This flightless avian, once teetering on the brink of disappearance, has…

In a remarkable turn of events, Chester Zoo in England has welcomed a new member of one of the world's rarest species. The birth of a Persian onager foal named…

In the vast realm of the animal kingdom, some creatures stand out not for their grandeur, but for their minuscule size. Among these tiny marvels, one mammal reigns supreme as…

In the heart of Australia's Marineland Melanesia, a remarkable creature resides - Henry, the world's oldest crocodile. This living legend has captivated visitors and researchers alike with his impressive statistics...

In a groundbreaking study, scientists have uncovered an extraordinary genetic link between ancient and modern populations in South Africa. This discovery challenges our understanding of human migration patterns and genetic...

Ancient rock paintings discovered in the Amazon have unveiled extinct species a remarkable 2,000 years before their scientific identification. This groundbreaking revelation sheds light on the profound knowledge indigenous peoples...

In a remarkable turn of events, unsuspecting tourists have become the catalysts for a groundbreaking scientific discovery on the east coast of Madagascar. A tiny chameleon, measuring just over an...

A growing body of research suggests that cosmic dust, originating from asteroid collisions and comet disintegration, may have played a crucial role in sparking the formation of life on Earth....

Boeing is set to launch a quantum networking satellite demonstration, called Q4S, in 2026. The mission aims to test advanced quantum communication technologies, with the ultimate goal of enabling a...

China has unveiled its detailed plans to establish a permanent moon base at the lunar south pole by 2035, a bold move that underscores the nation’s growing ambitions in space...

A new study has condensed 1.8 billion years of Earth’s tectonic plate movements into a mesmerizing two-minute video. Led by Dr. Xianzhi Cao of the Ocean University of China, this...

In a major advancement for space exploration, scientists have developed a method to extract water from moon dust, potentially revolutionizing the future of lunar colonization. Researchers from the Chinese Academy...

The dream of constructing a permanent lunar base is transitioning from science fiction to reality, with cutting-edge research exploring innovative ways to use local materials found on the Moon. Both...

China is taking a giant leap toward revolutionizing space logistics with the development of a magnetic catapult system designed to launch resources from the Moon back to Earth. This cutting-edge...

Space enthusiasts and observers have a rare chance to witness the European Space Agency’s (ESA) JUICE spacecraft as it makes a historic Earth-Moon flyby next week. This remarkable maneuver will...

The mysterious origins of the asteroid responsible for wiping out the dinosaurs have long perplexed scientists, sparking debates about whether the deadly impactor was an asteroid, comet, or another celestial...

A team of paleontologists has made a remarkable discovery—a new species of extinct walrus-like mammal named Ontocetus posti. This species, which lived approximately 5.3 million years ago during the Pliocene...

Researchers have made a groundbreaking discovery at the 12,000-year-old archaeological site of Göbekli Tepe in southern Turkey, uncovering what is believed to be the world's oldest solar calendar. This ancient...

In a groundbreaking new approach to terraforming Mars, scientists have proposed using specially engineered dust particles made from minerals already abundant on the Red Planet. This innovative idea, detailed in...

Recent discoveries of ancient fossils in Indonesia have provided new insights into the early human species known as Homo floresiensis, often referred to as "hobbits" due to their small stature....

Recent research indicates that a decline in visual sensitivity can serve as an early warning sign for dementia, potentially predicting the condition up to 12 years before a formal diagnosis....

Recent studies have provided new insights into the genetic mechanisms that enabled early humans to adapt to colder climates after their migration out of Africa. Researchers have identified a specific...

A pioneering proposal has been unveiled by a group of scientists suggesting the establishment of a storage facility on the Moon to preserve frozen samples of endangered animals. This concept,...

As humanity looks toward the stars, the challenges of space travel and colonization become increasingly apparent. Among these challenges are the harsh environmental conditions, such as radiation exposure, extreme temperatures,...

A groundbreaking study has revealed that Komodo dragons, the largest living lizards, possess a unique adaptation in their teeth: a concentrated layer of iron. This discovery sheds light on the...

NASA has awarded SpaceX a $112.7 million contract to provide launch services for the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration’s (NOAA) Joint Polar Satellite System (JPSS) 4 mission. This mission is...

Scientists have developed a groundbreaking spacesuit that recycles urine into potable water, inspired by the stillsuits from the sci-fi classic Dune. This innovative technology could significantly enhance astronauts' capabilities during...

China is set to launch its first asteroid deflection mission, targeting the near-Earth object (NEO) 2015 XF261 by 2030. This mission aims to demonstrate the country's planetary defense capabilities and...

The European Space Agency (ESA) has taken a novel approach to tackle one of the most significant challenges of lunar colonization: building structures on the Moon. Transporting construction materials from...

Recent studies have identified new potential signs of alien life by examining telltale industrial emissions on distant planets. These discoveries have significant implications for the search for extraterrestrial intelligence (SETI)...

The U.S. Space Force has awarded contracts worth up to $5.6 billion to Blue Origin, United Launch Alliance (ULA), and SpaceX for the National Security Space Launch Phase 3 (NSSL)...

A collaborative research team from China and Ukraine has developed an innovative technology aimed at mitigating the risks posed by near-Earth asteroids (NEAs). This groundbreaking method, known as the rotating-drift-scan...

NASA’s Office of Technology, Policy, and Strategy (OTPS) has released a comprehensive new report outlining innovative and cost-effective methods for managing orbital debris. This report emphasizes direct risk and cost...

SpaceX is making significant progress toward the fourth test flight of its Starship megarocket, stacking the rocket's upper stage on its Super Heavy booster at the Starbase site in South...

A thick atmosphere has been identified surrounding a planet twice the size of Earth in a nearby solar system, researchers said Wednesday. The so-called super Earth, also known as 55...

“I do not believe that most advanced alien civilizations will be biological,” says Susan Schneider of the University of Connectict and the Institute for Advanced Studies at Princeton .”The most...

“The first person to live to be 1,000 years old is certainly alive today …whether they realize it or not, barring accidents and suicide, most people now 40 years or...

“Columbus forced everyone to rethink, redesign and rebuild their world view.That’s what we’re doing here," says Dimitar Sasselov, professor of astrophysics and director of Harvard University’s Origins of Life Initiative....

“Eventually, it will be necessary to have a kind of Noah’s ark there, a diversity of species from the biosphere." Bernard Foing, Chief Scientist/Research, European Space Agency If the human...

DNA has been found to have a bizarre ability to put itself together, even at a distance, when according to known science it shouldn't be able to. Explanation: None, at...

Although It has taken homo sapiens several million years to evolve from the apes, the useful information in our DNA, has probably changed by only a few million bits. So...

Cambridge University geneticist Aubrey de Grey has famously stated, “The first person to live to be 1,000 years old is certainly alive today …whether they realize it or not, barring...

"In one sense we know much less about Earth than we do about Mars. The vast majority of life forms on our planet are still undiscovered, and their significance for...

According to an Islam tradition, Muslim martyrs will go to paradise and marry 72 black-eyed virgins. But some Koran scholars point to a less sexy paradise. While beautifully written, Islamic...

In 1987 a team of Berkeley paleontologists led by the late Allan Wilson, did an analysis of mitochondrial DNA from 147 individuals and declared emphatically that the rise of modern...