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  • Scientists discover bacteria that ‘play dead’ and disrupt space cleanliness rules

    Tersicoccus phoenicis is known for extreme dormancy. The bacteria can enter deep metabolic silence inside clean rooms.

  • Ancient humans stayed isolated In Southern Africa for millennia, study finds

    Scientists sequenced genomes from 28 individuals dated between 225 and 10,275 years old. These remains came from regions south of the Limpopo River.

  • Meet Radha: India’s tiny buffalo who draws big crowds at just two feet tall

    Radha stands at only 2 ft 8 in tall. She lives on the farm of Trimbak Borate in Malawadi.

  • Plants failed to absorb carbon 56 million years ago — Are we near a repeat?

    Plants pull carbon from air during photosynthesis. They store carbon in leaves, wood and roots. This process supports the global carbon cycle.

  • First detailed tsunami seen from space by NASA, CNES — Here’s why it matters

    Scientists used satellite data to study a rare tsunami. They examined the event with improved clarity today. The SWOT satellite provided this detailed information recently.

  • “Martian Butterfly” emerges as astronomers detail Mars’ most unusual crater

    The European Space Agency shared a striking Mars image. It shows a crater shaped like butterfly wings. The photograph came from the Mars Express orbiter.

  • Indian scientists spot 12-billion-year-old Milky way-like galaxy in Webb images

    A new study reports a massive ancient galaxy. It formed when the universe was very young. The universe today is 13.8 billion years old.

  • NASA flags rising risk as Starlink-type constellations threaten 40% of hubble photos

    Simulations show two satellites per Hubble exposure. China’s Xuntian telescope may see 92 satellites. Its wide view makes it more vulnerable now.

  • S‑500 Prometheus: This Russia’s missile can reach satellites over India

    The S‑500 surpasses the S‑400, capable of hitting ballistic targets up to 600 km away and intercepting threats at altitudes reaching 200 km, including low‑Earth orbit.

  • NASA Rover detects electric sparks in Martian dust devils

    NASA’s Perseverance rover detected electric sparks in Martian dust devils, confirming charged particles exist in Mars’ atmosphere and affecting future exploration plans.

  • These 10 Animals Give Birth to Large Litters Only

    Discover these extraordinary species that produce unusually large litters, showcasing incredible survival strategies and remarkable maternal adaptations across nature.

  • How Maine Coons Cats survive harsh winter conditions?

    Maine Coons possess natural adaptations like layered fur, snowshoe paws and bushy tails, making them perfectly suited to survive cold, snowy environments.

  • Lemon sharks target invasive fish after heavy rainfall in Fernando de Noronha

    Heavy rains forced invasive Jaguar cichlids into Sueste Bay, where lemon sharks seized the opportunity, revealing surprising predator-prey interactions in marine ecosystems.

  • How Ramanujan’s 'Pi' formulae unlock the secrets of modern physics

    IISc researchers connect Ramanujan’s century-old pi formulae with modern physics, uncovering surprising mathematical structures.

  • SwRI finally cracked the puzzle of Uranus’s decade old radiation readings

    Scientists believe a powerful solar wind burst may explain Voyager’s unusual 1986 radiation readings at Uranus, offering new insights into distant planetary environments.

  • Do you know why birds don’t have weapons?

    Most birds lack physical weapons because flight demands light bodies, agility and energy efficiency. Displays and behaviour replace brute force for survival and competition.

  • These single-atom catalysts could change industrial chemistry-Here is what study says

    Researchers developed a polymer-based single-atom catalyst platform, enhancing gas binding and efficiency, opening doors to sustainable industrial reactions and enzyme-like catalytic precision.

  • India set to unveil its first Coral Research Centre in the Andamans

    India will soon open its first coral research centre in the Andamans, promising advanced reef monitoring, restoration innovations and stronger nationwide marine conservation efforts.

  • Study reveals alarming decline in the population of Golden Eagles of Nevada

    Nevada’s Golden Eagle population faces decline due to high mortality, habitat loss and disease, despite territories appearing occupied by migrating or nonbreeding birds.

  • NASA's Curiosity found pure sulfur crystals inside a Mars rock, surprising scientists

    NASA’s Curiosity rover uncovered yellow elemental sulfur in a Martian rock, challenging geological assumptions and raising questions about the planet’s chemical history.

  • Famous albino alligator 'Claude' passes away at the age of 30 in San Francisco

    Claude, the albino alligator at California Academy of Sciences, has died at the age of 30, leaving a legacy of education, conservation and public fascination.

  • Scientists find Anacondas have stayed giant for 12 million years

    Fossil analysis reveals anacondas reached giant size 12 million years ago and have remained largely unchanged, offering rare insight into long-term evolutionary stability.

  • Do not miss the last Supermoon of 2025, know when, where and how to watch

    The final supermoon of 2025 will shine brilliantly on 4th December, offering skywatchers a larger and brighter Cold Moon rising prominently across clear evening horizons worldwide.

  • Comets, stars, galaxies and more: NASA's stunning astronomy images for December 2025

    Each day, we dive into NASA’s newest releases to bring you the most mesmerising sights from across the universe. From glowing comets to distant galaxies, these daily images reveal the beauty, mystery and scale of the cosmos in ways that never fail to amaze us. Stay with us as we explore December’s most breathtaking celestial highlights, one remarkable picture at a time.

  • New Zealand adds Feral cats to 'Predator free 2050' list, aim to restore biodiversity

    New Zealand adds feral cats to Predator Free 2050, aiming to protect native wildlife, restore ecosystems and strengthen national conservation efforts across wildlife regions.

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