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NASA’s Webb Telescope has identified compact, mysterious galaxies nicknamed “astronomy’s platypus.” These strange objects defy classification, offering insights into the early universe, galaxy formation and unexpected cosmic structures billions of years ago.
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Crows perform an unusual “anting” ritual, rubbing ants on their feathers. This behaviour may reduce parasites, act as natural antiseptic, and inspire insights into medicine, ecology and survival strategies.
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Two NASA astronauts step outside the International Space Station in January 2026, installing new hardware, testing safety systems, and collecting clues about life on the station’s outer skin.
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Ever wondered why winter mornings are so foggy? Science explains how cold air, moisture, and calm winds combine to turn water vapour into magical, misty fog near the ground.
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Ever noticed how one yawn can trigger many? Science reveals how your brain copies others, why yawns spread so easily, and what this curious habit says about humans.
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A harmless snake emerging this spring is earning a zombie reputation across America, using dramatic death acting, strange displays, and clever survival tricks that have prompted official warnings and public curiosity.
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DNA analysis has revealed a hidden porcupine species in Colombia, mistaken for over a century. The discovery shows how even large mammals can remain unnoticed in plain sight.
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Tiny Amur falcons tagged in India stunned scientists by flying 5,000 kilometres to Africa in days, using powerful winds and mysterious endurance strategies that researchers are still trying to understand.
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NASA’s Chandra Observatory reveals a 25-year time-lapse of Kepler’s Supernova Remnant. Glowing debris expands at different speeds, offering unprecedented insights into stellar explosions, cosmic evolution and galactic history.
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This January, Jupiter becomes the brightest planet of the year, visible all night near Gemini, with its moons and cloud bands offering a spectacular view for skywatchers across the Northern Hemisphere.
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Tropical orb-weaving spiders craft giant spider-like puppets in their webs. Scientists say the decoys may deter predators, protect eggs and reveal clever, unexpected survival strategies in nature.
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Fossils from Denmark suggest ammonites survived the asteroid extinction far longer than believed, raising new questions about how these ancient marine survivors finally disappeared after Earth’s most famous catastrophe.
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NASA satellites reveal swirling green algae in South Africa’s Hartbeespoort Dam. These blooms indicate nutrient pollution, environmental stress and potential harm to humans, animals and aquatic life.
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Scientists scanned interstellar Comet 3I/ATLAS for alien signals using powerful radio telescopes, found nothing artificial, yet say growing discoveries of such visitors could one day challenge expectations about cosmic neighbours.
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January 2026 brings Jupiter at its brightest, a Moon–Saturn encounter, and the Beehive Cluster, as NASA highlights easy-to-see celestial events lighting up winter night skies.
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Mosquitoes carry DNA from dozens of animals, creating tiny “libraries” of wildlife. Researchers show these insects could revolutionise biodiversity monitoring and conservation, capturing secrets of ecosystems everywhere they bite.
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A tiny reed snake, Calamaria mizoramensis, has been discovered in Mizoram, India. Hidden for years, this nocturnal species reveals the forest’s secret biodiversity and the power of DNA research.
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India’s Coast Guard commissioned Samudra Pratap, the first indigenous Pollution Control Vessel, equipped to fight oil spills, chemical leaks and environmental threats while strengthening maritime security along the coastline.
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Meet Deep Blue, the largest confirmed great white shark ever recorded. Tracked across oceans and still alive past 50, her story reveals how science reshapes shark myths and conservation.
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Ancient horsetail plants produce water with unusual oxygen isotopes, offering scientists a new tool to reconstruct Earth’s climate history and understand humidity patterns from millions of years ago.
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From frogs and sponges to jellyfish and tardigrades, scientists reveal how some animals digest food without defecating, showing evolution shaped surprising waste strategies beyond what biology textbooks suggest today worldwide.
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New research suggests the universe may be lopsided. Cosmic microwave background and galaxy data hint at directional differences, challenging cosmology’s assumption of uniformity and standard Lambda‑CDM models.
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Astronomers have spotted an Earth-sized planet drifting alone through the Milky Way, detected briefly by bent starlight, raising fresh questions about how many hidden, starless worlds roam our galaxy.
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Scientists uncover fossils suggesting Sahelanthropus tchadensis, a 7-million-year-old ancestor, could walk upright. Could this tiny bipedal ape-like hominin rewrite what we know about the earliest steps in human evolution?
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NASA’s Hubble finds Cloud‑9, a starless gas cloud dominated by dark matter. The first confirmed “failed galaxy” reveals hidden cosmic structures and new insights into galaxy formation.
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Craig, one of Africa’s last super tuskers, has died peacefully in Amboseli, leaving behind towering tusks, decades of research, and an enduring symbol of hope for elephant conservation.
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ISRO’s Cosmic Dust Experiment detects interplanetary particles in orbit, revealing hidden cosmic traffic, advancing India’s space science and providing global insights into space hazards and satellite safety.
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Strange grooves, swirling valleys, and hidden ice far from Mars’s poles reveal a surprisingly recent ice age, as new ESA images expose how the Red Planet’s climate once dramatically shifted.
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ISRO has opened the first Announcement of Opportunity for Aditya-L1, inviting scientists to propose studies using solar observations, advancing India’s role in understanding the Sun and space weather.
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New experiments suggest RNA, life’s essential molecule, could have formed naturally on early Earth and even arrived from space, raising intriguing questions about how easily life might begin elsewhere.
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NASA has selected advanced technologies to power a future space telescope designed to image Earth-like planets and search their atmospheres for potential signs of life beyond our solar system.
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Scientists observed a single solar active region continuously for 94 days, revealing how magnetic fields grow and trigger massive flares. This unprecedented study could improve space weather forecasting and protect Earth’s technology.
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In 2026, private companies like Blue Origin, Firefly Aerospace and Astrobotic plan lunar landings. These missions will advance science, test technology and provide NASA with critical data for future Moon exploration and Artemis program planning.
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Chennai’s Marina Beach welcomes Olive Ridley turtle eggs, revealing baby turtles' incredible navigation skills and highlighting the urgent need for conservation to protect these vulnerable sea travellers.
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Scientists are using underwater microphones to study beaked whales, the ocean’s most elusive mammals. Echolocation clicks reveal species, behaviour and habitats, offering vital insights for conservation and uncovering previously unknown deep-sea secrets.
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New research reveals the Moon may have been silently collecting Earth’s atmosphere for billions of years. Scientists now believe lunar soil holds secrets of our planet’s ancient air and climate history.
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National Bird Day 2026 in India is celebrated every year on 5th January. India highlights the beauty of peacocks and native birds. Explore their cultural importance and actions to preserve bird populations.
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3I/ATLAS, a rare interstellar comet, may predate the Sun. Scientists study its ancient material, offering unprecedented insight into the universe’s earliest moments and cosmic evolution.
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Scientists discovered microscopic gold forming inside tree needles. Hidden microbes convert dissolved soil ions into solid metal, offering a greener, innovative approach to exploring underground mineral deposits.
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Hubble has captured a galaxy losing vital gas as it races through a crowded cluster, revealing how harsh cosmic environments can slowly shut down star formation.
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Red does not make bulls angry. Science shows they react to movement, not colour, debunking myths and revealing how instinct, evolution and perception drive animal behaviour.
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The vulturine guinea fowl’s electric blue feathers are not pigments. Scientists reveal how microscopic structures manipulate light, aiding communication, survival, and health signalling in Africa’s open savannas.
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Scientists used the 100-metre Green Bank Telescope to look for alien signals but detected no radio signals from 3I/ATLAS. Here is what scientists checked.
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Scientists reveal overfished reefs could be a lifeline for hungry communities. Restoration matters for both people and nature. New research reveals restoration could feed millions sustainably.
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Indian astronaut Shubhanshu Shukla shares a breathtaking timelapse of Earth. He shared a video of timelapse on his twitter account. The Moon makes a magical appearance, capturing the planet’s constant motion and beauty.
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Scientists reveal how two unstable nuclei trigger neutron star explosions and power intense X-ray bursts across the universe. This breakthrough in nuclear physics shows explosions on neutron stars.
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Scientists exploring the deep Pacific Ocean have uncovered a strange “yellow brick road” on the seabed near Hawaii. The natural volcanic formation reveals how Earth’s hidden geology can mimic human design.
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King cobras are the world’s longest venomous snakes, but rare records of giants stretching nearly 19 feet raise questions about how large these elusive, snake eating predators can truly grow.
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Eagles and vultures share the skies, but their bodies tell different stories, revealing why hunting power, speed, and instincts could decide dominance in a rare aerial confrontation.
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A pale pink “sandalwood” leopard recorded in Karnataka has surprised scientists, raising questions about rare genetics, hidden wildlife diversity, and what else remains undiscovered in India’s understudied dry forests.
