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A bright green sea slug can survive for months without eating by photosynthesising like a plant. Scientists say this rare ability is reshaping how we understand evolution, energy and life itself.
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Scientists have uncovered a hidden world 3.6 kilometres beneath the Greenland Sea, where methane mounds and life thrive in complete darkness. The discovery could transform climate science and understanding of extreme ecosystems on Earth.
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Scientists have discovered a new carnivorous pitcher plant species in Palawan, Philippines. This is found only on steep limestone cliffs, and it may already be critically endangered. The discovery highlights the Philippines’ rich biodiversity and urgent conservation needs.
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Scientists accidentally created a new compound called gold hydride, showing how extreme conditions can push familiar materials into unfamiliar forms. Gold Hydride challenges assumptions about noble metals and may reshape chemistry and planetary science forever.
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India’s ISRO continues to break records in space exploration. From launching 104 satellites at once to completing its 100th mission, India is now among the top five spacefaring nations.
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Lunar dust may look harmless, but new research reveals it poses a serious threat to spacecraft. Scientists have uncovered how electrically charged Moon dust sticks to space vehicles, potentially endangering future lunar missions and long-term Moon bases.
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2026 promises dazzling comet sights, from rare interstellar visitors to potentially naked-eye showpieces. When, where, and how to watch each comet could reveal surprises for skywatchers worldwide.
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CNSA’s 2026 space missions will take China’s space program to new heights. From Chang’e‑7 Lunar Mission to the Xuntian space telescope, this year promises groundbreaking discoveries in space, Earth observation and astronomy for China.
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A rare purple sea snail (Janthina) washes ashore in San Deigo. Scientists reveal its floating bubble-raft lifestyle, striking violet colour and how ocean currents unexpectedly carried it to the beach.
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From rare eclipses to dazzling supermoons and meteor storms, 2026 promises unforgettable night skies. When and where to look could decide whether you witness the year’s most stunning celestial moments.
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Anacondas and crocodiles share dangerous waters, but size, speed, and bite force change everything. When these river giants clash, science reveals which predator likely walks away alive.
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Michaela Benthaus made history as the first wheelchair-using astronaut aboard Blue Origin’s New Shepard. Her flight inspires inclusivity, innovation and global interest in accessible space exploration.
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ESA’s 2026 space missions will take Europe to new heights. From lunar flybys and asteroid studies to Mercury orbit and advanced satellite launches, this year promises groundbreaking discoveries in space, Earth monitoring, and exoplanet research.
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NASA’s Hubble Space Telescope has spotted the biggest planet-forming disk ever discovered. The finding reveals violent chaos where planets may be born very differently than once thought.
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At just 15, Laurent Simons has earned a PhD in quantum physics. Scientists are watching closely as his work and future ambitions could shape next-generation science and human health.
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A dusting of snow blanketed Chile’s Atacama Desert, one of the driest places on Earth. Scientists captured this unusual event, sparking curiosity worldwide.
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A Nile crocodile measuring an astonishing 21 feet has been recorded as the largest ever. Researchers in Africa are amazed by this record-breaking apex predator.
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ISRO successfully launched the BlueBird 6 satellite, its heaviest Low Earth Orbit mission on 24 December. The satellite will provide direct 4G and 5G connectivity to smartphones globally, bridging digital divides.
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A rare Himalayan red fox was spotted near Pangong Lake, Ladakh. Experts explain why such encounters are uncommon and why conservation focuses on behaviour, not numbers.
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The Week Magazine announced Shubhanshu Shukla "The Man of the Year". He is first Indian astronaut to visit the ISS. His journey from Lucknow inspires India’s space ambitions and future generations.
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When sharks and crocodiles meet, science shows no clear victor exists. Survival, strategy, speed and strength determine outcomes, but most encounters end with caution, retreat and evolutionary balance in play.
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Axolotls and flatworms regenerate lost body parts through body-wide coordination, not local repair. Scientists analysed that this theory of regeneration could reshape regenerative medicine.
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Asteroid 2024 YR4 is about 60 metres long, may hit the Moon in December of the year 2032. Scientists assured that Earth is safe, but lunar debris could affect satellites and missions.
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BlueBird Block-2 has been designed by AST SpaceMobile as part of a next-generation satellite constellation aimed at providing direct-to-mobile connectivity.
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From crewed Moon flybys to Mars test flights, 2026 reshapes global space ambitions, with NASA, ISRO, SpaceX, China and Europe planning missions that signal where exploration heads next globally ahead.
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Earth’s magnetic north pole has shifted toward Russia, prompting updates to GPS and navigation systems worldwide. Scientists track this invisible movement to keep technology accurate.
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They are smaller than a finger, yet louder than jet engines. Snapping shrimp are flooding coastal waters with sound, disrupting marine research. Scientists warn their noise could reshape how oceans are studied worldwide.
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NASA’s Chandra telescope reveals galaxies and nebulae dressed for the holidays. X-rays show star formation, cosmic collisions and a universe celebrating 2025 in spectacular style.
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Scientists say cockroach milk contains four times more protein than cow’s milk. Here’s how it works, its benefits, risks, and whether humans could ever drink it.
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Scientists declared 2025, the year of the Blooming Octopus following an unprecedented increase in numbers since 1950.The spotted are Octopus vulgaris, which is a species commonly seen in the warmer Mediterranean Sea. UK’s coastal waters are witnessing a marine phenomenon rarely seen.
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Astronomers have witnessed shocking cosmic collisions around Fomalhaut, a nearby star just 25 light-years away. Giant space rocks smashed apart, rewriting what scientists thought they knew about planetary systems.
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Scientists have discovered that male honeybee begging behaviour is controlled by a single gene called Fru. This gene determines how drones obtain food from worker bees, revealing some complex social interactions genetically programmed.
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Astronomers discover that starlight alone cannot launch cosmic dust from giant stars. This finding challenges decades of assumptions about how life’s essential atoms spread through space.
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From dark matter to Venus’s hidden secrets, 2026 promises shocking discoveries. Astronomers are racing to solve cosmic puzzles that have baffled humanity. Explore the top space mysteries being investigated this year.
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Scientists have discovered that most freshwater fish may have originated in ancient oceans, not rivers. Fossils and DNA now reveal a surprising evolutionary journey that reshapes biology.
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NASA’s James Webb Space Telescope has discovered a lemon-shaped exoplanet, PSR J2322‑2650b, with an extreme atmosphere unlike any previously seen. The bizarre world defies planetary science and stretches imagination beyond limits.
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NASA satellites have detected tiny red plankton swarming the oceans, revealing critical feeding grounds for endangered North Atlantic right whales. This breakthrough could transform ocean conservation and protect marine giants.
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ISRO’s BlueBird‑6 satellite is set for launch on 24 December 2025. This date has been rescheduled from 15th December. The mission will provide direct global broadband to smartphones. Learn when, where and how to watch this historic launch live.
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Scientists have identified nine potential gold-bearing sites in West Bengal. GSI confirms early-stage findings, sparking curiosity and economic interest. Could Bengal become India’s next mineral hotspot? Here is what study says.
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NASA’s Perseverance rover has uncovered towering sand formations on Mars that defy scientific expectations. The discovery suggests powerful winds once shaped the planet, challenging beliefs that Mars has been dormant for billions of years.
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Scientists warn humanity that the first contact with an alien civilisation may be loud, chaotic and extreme, potentially appearing as unusual cosmic signals rather than polite communication.
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Three spectacular Supermoons will brighten skies in 2026, including the Wolf Moon, Beaver Moon and Cold Moon, with dates, EST timing and global visibility explained.
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Scientists suggest a mysterious ultraviolet glow across the Milky Way may come from dark matter nuggets, hinting that the universe’s invisible matter might not be completely dark.
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Scientists have discovered a previously unknown sea cow species near Qatar, revealing that ancient marine mammals closely resembled modern dugongs and depended on seagrass ecosystems millions of years ago.
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Archaeologists have uncovered India’s largest circular stone labyrinth in Solapur’s Boramani grasslands. Dating back over 2,000 years, this ancient maze hints at Indo-Roman trade links and historical sophistication.
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Discover the Spider-Man lizard, a real-life marvel of East Africa. With a fiery red head and deep blue body, this agile rock-dwelling reptile dazzles during mating season.
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Discover the bearcat, a rare forest mammal whose survival depends entirely on the strangler fig. This nocturnal climber shapes forests and spreads seeds, quietly sustaining ecosystems.
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Scientists have mapped the Sun’s invisible outer boundary for the first time, revealing a chaotic edge where solar wind escapes magnetic control, reshaping how to understand space weather and stellar behaviour.
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A lethal hunter lurks in the shadows of the river, quiet and unseen. While its name is a staple of terrifying folklore, the true extent of its destructive force is rarely seen by human eyes.
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In 2026, the sky promises eclipses, supermoons, meteor showers, and planetary alignments, plus asteroid flybys and an interstellar comet, offering rare and dazzling celestial spectacles for keen stargazers worldwide.
