In one of the most surprising biological discoveries of recent years, scientists have confirmed that a humble species of moss can survive the brutal conditions of outer space. The experiment, led by an international team working on Japan’s Kibo module aboard the International Space Station (ISS), revealed that Physcomitrium patens, a common moss found on… Read More »
In a discovery that’s shaking up what we thought we knew about one of nature’s most familiar rodents, a long-term study at Briones Regional Park in California has revealed that the usually seed-eating and nut-loving California ground squirrel (Otospermophilus beecheyi) is showing true predatory behaviour — chasing, killing and eating small rodents known as voles.… Read More »
In the evolving field of cancer treatment, a new method known as MRI-guided cryoablation is opening up less invasive options for patients—and rewriting the recovery story. By combining real-time magnetic resonance imaging with ultra-cold “freezing” probes, doctors can now target tumours with remarkable accuracy, eliminate them without large incisions, and send patients home the same… Read More »
The world has inched one step closer to a future without tangled cords, wall chargers, and bulky power cables. In a groundbreaking demonstration, Finland has successfully tested a wireless electricity system that transfers power safely and efficiently through the air. This achievement signals a major shift in how we will power everyday technology and could… Read More »
Dogs don’t just hear your words — they feel them. Anyone who has ever looked into their dog’s eyes and whispered, “I love you,” already knows how deeply dogs connect with humans. But now, research gives us measurable proof that those three simple words mean far more to our pets than we might have imagined.… Read More »
A groundbreaking discovery from Norway is reshaping how we think about wind energy and wildlife protection. At the Smøla windfarm, researchers found that a single, surprisingly simple change — painting one turbine blade black — can reduce bird collisions by a dramatic 70%. This small visual tweak is now being hailed as one of the… Read More »
In 1967, inside a small hut at Cambridge University, a 24-year-old graduate student named Jocelyn Bell sifted through endless rolls of paper chart recordings. The radio telescope she helped build printed miles of data every day—mostly static, noise, and random radio signals from space. It was exhausting, repetitive, and often unrewarding work. But Jocelyn was… Read More »
For decades, people have debated where intelligence truly comes from. Is it shaped mostly by the environment, early upbringing, or the unique mix of genes a child receives from both parents? A new study from the University of Cambridge adds a fascinating twist to this long-running conversation—suggesting that the genetic roots of intelligence may lean… Read More »
Iceland Halts 2025 Whaling Season, Sparing Endangered Fin Whales In a landmark move for marine conservation, Iceland has officially canceled its 2025 whaling season, ensuring the safety of dozens of endangered fin whales that would otherwise have been hunted. The announcement marks a significant step in the country’s gradual shift away from commercial whaling —… Read More »
A Mother’s Love Never Retires: 98-Year-Old Ada Moves Into Care Home to Look After Her 80-Year-Old Son ❤️ In a world where time changes everything — families grow, generations pass, and roles reverse — one thing remains eternal: a mother’s love. Few stories capture that truth as beautifully as the one shared by 98-year-old… Read More »