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Two lunar eclipses will mesmerize skywatchers in 2026, featuring a total blood moon over the Americas and a partial eclipse in Asia, with dates, timings and visibility explained.

Lion vs Tiger: Power, danger and which big cat wins the ultimate showdown?

Lions and tigers both rule the wild, but their strength, size, teamwork, and hunting styles differ sharply, revealing why each dominates its own world and why comparing them remains endlessly fascinating.

Rare 13-foot seven-arm octopus spotted again after decades; watch video here

Filmed deep off California, a rarely seen seven-arm octopus emerges from ocean darkness, revealing surprising size, unusual feeding habits, and how much of the deep sea remains unexplored by scientists.

Astronomers track possible 'superkilonova' that appears to explode twice

Astronomers report a strange cosmic blast that looked like a kilonova, then behaved like a supernova, hinting at a possible first “superkilonova” and leaving scientists debating how stars truly die.

Alien-hunting NASA clipper catches comet 3I/ATLAS by accident as it nears Earth

By chance, NASA Europa Clipper captured interstellar comet 3I/ATLAS in ultraviolet light as it sped past Earth, revealing hidden gases and offering a rare preview before its Jupiter encounter ahead.

Astronomers found mysterious scar in space left by two stars 4.5-Million-Year-ago that nearly hit the Sun

A mysterious cosmic scar reveals two massive stars that passed near our solar system millions of years ago, energizing nearby gas and leaving traces visible to astronomers.

Are colours disappearing from the Sun’s Light? Here is what's really happening

Scientists have discovered missing colours in the Sun’s light spectrum. Hundreds of dark absorption lines remain unexplained, hinting towards hidden processes in our nearest star’s mysterious atmosphere.

Saturn’s moon Titan’s icy crust may conceal slushy tunnels that could support alien water

New research suggests Saturn’s moon Titan hides slushy water pockets rather than a vast ocean, raising fresh questions about where life could exist beneath its frozen, methane soaked surface.

Solar Eclipses 2026: Dates, Timings, Visibility and Where to Watch

Two spectacular solar eclipses will grace the skies in 2026, featuring a total eclipse over Europe and a dramatic “ring of fire” in Antarctica, with timings, visibility and viewing tips.

International Space Station turns 25: Life above Earth through astronauts’ eyes

After 25 years in orbit, the International Space Station has become more than a lab, shaping culture, art and perspective while quietly preparing astronauts for humanity’s next journeys beyond Earth.

NASA strengthens Landsat Mission with new scientists to monitor Earth's climate

NASA has announced a new Landsat Science Team to ensure accurate, long-term Earth monitoring, strengthening how satellites track climate change, land use, water systems and environmental transformations worldwide.

Watch: Female polar bear adopts cub, showing remarkable maternal care

A female polar bear in western Hudson Bay has adopted an orphaned cub, a rare event highlighting unexpected social behaviour and offering new insights into survival in the harsh Arctic environment.

2025’s Rarest Animal Births: These critically endangered species welcome their new babies

Discover the rare and exciting births of critically endangered species in 2025. From Amur leopards to Galápagos tortoises, these babies give hope for wildlife conservation.

Comet 3I/Atlas with strange anti-tail coming close to earth tomorrow: Here’s when and how to view it live

Interstellar comet 3I/ATLAS will pass closest to Earth on Friday, revealing a mysterious anti-tail and offering a rare chance to glimpse a visitor from another star system.

NASA confirms massive 290-foot, building-sized asteroid is passing by Earth today; know more here

NASA confirms building-sized asteroid 2025 XV, 290 feet wide, will safely pass Earth on December 18 offering scientists a rare chance to study near-Earth objects closely.

Sharks seen swimming inside one of Earth’s most active underwater volcanoes, leaving scientists puzzled

Sharks were filmed swimming inside Kavachi, one of the world’s most violent underwater volcanoes, leaving scientists questioning how large predators survive heat, acid and eruptions in an environment thought uninhabitable.

Are there spiders on Jupiter? After 30 years, scientists solve the mystery of Europa’s spider demon

Scientists finally explain Europa’s spider-like ice patterns, revealing violent subsurface water flows, eerie “spider demons,” and hidden oceans that make Jupiter’s frozen moon far more dynamic and mysterious than imagined.

NASA's Parker Solar Probe spots solar wind making a surprising U-turn near the Sun

NASA’s Parker Solar Probe reveals the sun recycling erupting plasma, as solar material bursts outward then curls back, reshaping magnetic fields and offering new clues for forecasting future space weather.

James Webb Telescope spots a black hole "runaway" through Cosmic Owl galaxies

James Webb Space Telescope confirms first runaway supermassive black hole racing through Cosmic Owl galaxies, proving violent mergers can eject galaxy cores at astonishing speeds across deep space.

Interstellar Comet 3I/ATLAS to make its closest approach to Earth today | Here's how stargazers can spot it

Discovered over the summer, the comet known as 3I/Atlas will pass within 167 million miles (269 million kilometers) of our planet on Friday, the closest it gets on its grand tour of the solar system.

20 seconds to bite: Scientists outsmart killer mosquitoes with gene editing

Scientists use CRISPR to create a Genetic Sexing Strain of mosquitoes. Male and female mosquitoes can now be separated easily, improving disease control efforts.

What went right for Earth: Seven under-the-radar climate and nature wins in 2025

Amid worsening climate pressures, 2025 delivered quiet wins from surging renewables to returning wildlife, landmark legal shifts and indigenous gains, showing unexpected progress that often escaped headlines worldwide this year.

Solar & Lunar Eclipses 2026: Complete dates, timings, visibility and how to watch

Four eclipses will light up the skies in 2026, including rare solar events over Europe and dramatic lunar displays worldwide, with exact dates, visibility zones, and essential viewing tips explained.

Chandaka Tusker Ramu’s skeleton recovered after years, preserving a wildlife legacy

The skeleton of Ramu, a tusked elephant from Odisha, has been carefully recovered and chemically cleaned, revealing 240 preserved bones and raising questions about how wildlife remains are scientifically conserved.

Arctic records as "hottest year ever" as temperatures surge far above average

The Arctic has recorded its hottest year on record, with temperatures soaring far above average and sea ice shrinking to historic lows, scientists warn of accelerating climate impacts.

NASA’s HiRISE camera captured 100,000th image of red planet, after 20 years in orbit

NASA’s HiRISE camera captured its 100,000th image of Mars in 2025. Stunning orbital photos reveal dunes, mesas and surface changes on the Red Planet.

Monster black hole caught unleashing 130 million mph winds in a distant galaxy

Astronomers spotted a distant supermassive black hole launching record-speed winds after an intense X-ray flare, revealing magnetic forces at work and offering fresh clues about how violent galactic centres evolve.

One-in-100,000 Event: Albino Crow appears in Philippines, extremely rare in the wild

A rare albino white crow has been spotted in Misamis Oriental, Philippines. Photographers capture the bird, highlighting its genetic rarity and inspiring fascination with wildlife and conservation.

A plant, a parasite or a mushroom? Scientists stumbled upon this strangest plant on Earth

This rare plant looks like a mushroom is actually a parasitic flowering species. Scientists reveal how Balanophora survives without photosynthesis and adapts to fragile forest habitats.

When snakes team up: Cuban boas show unusual cooperative hunting

A rare cave study reveals Cuban boas hunting bats together, positioning themselves strategically to block escapes, challenging beliefs about snakes as solitary hunters and raising new questions about reptile intelligence.

Polar Bears are using 'jumping genes' to survive melting ice in Southern Greenland

Polar bears in Southern Greenland show rapid genetic changes linked to jumping genes. Researchers suggest these may help them survive warming Arctic conditions, but risks remain high.

2.8 days to disaster: Scientists warn of a disastrous satellite chain collision in low Earth orbit

A new study warns a powerful solar storm could cripple satellite mega-constellations within days, as crowded orbits, lost controls, and rising collision risks threaten to trigger a cascading space debris crisis.

NASA’s IXPE mission solves decades-old mystery behind Black Hole jets

NASA’s IXPE mission has solved a long-standing mystery by revealing how black hole jets generate X-rays, using the longest polarised X-ray observation ever conducted.

NASA reveals Penguin-shaped galaxies captured in a slow cosmic collision

New NASA images from Hubble and James Webb reveal the penguin-shaped Arp 142 galaxy pair, showing how gravity distorts galaxies and drives cosmic mergers across the universe.

A timing shift in stubble burning could be worsening North India’s air, NASA says

Satellite data show stubble fires across northern India shifting later daily, complicating pollution tracking, worsening smog risks and raising new questions about farmer behaviour, monitoring gaps, and Delhi’s air crisis.

What happens when you hold the Blue-Ringed Octopus? A man holds the world’s most venomous animal

The blue-ringed octopus may be tiny, but its venom is deadly. A video of a man holding this world's venomous animal goes viral online.

It's not the sadness, its evolution: Science revealed behind the Southern Viscacha’s “sad” face

The southern viscacha’s “sad” face isn’t emotion, it’s evolution. Every feature, from fur to kidneys, helps survival in the Andes’ harsh, high-altitude, cold and dry environment.

Nature’s Gold: 10 most beautiful golden animals that shine like precious metal

From forests to oceans, some animals shimmer like gold. Why do these birds, fish, and mammals glow in brilliant yellow and metallic hues, and what purpose does it truly serve?

What went wrong for 30 universe models, explained by the Atacama Cosmology Telescope

Final data from the Atacama Cosmology Telescope has ruled out 30 models of the universe, sharpening the Hubble tension and suggesting current cosmological theories remain incomplete.

Tracking distant worlds: How scientists discover planets beyond our Solar System

Astronomers rarely see distant planets directly, instead tracking tiny stellar wobbles and fading light. How do these subtle clues reveal hidden worlds beyond our solar system?

NASA's James Webb Telescope detects thick atmosphere around scorching lava world

Webb telescope observations hint that a scorching rocky exoplanet may hold a thick atmosphere above molten rock, defying expectations about how close-in worlds survive intense stellar radiation.

Copperhead vs Kingsnake: Which apex snake wins the showdown?

Copperheads may threaten humans, but kingsnakes hunt venomous rivals. When these two share territory, which snake truly dominates, and why does venom not decide the outcome every time?

Manta Ray Mating Dance: This is the biggest "dance-off" in the wild

Female manta rays lead dozens of males in spectacular underwater dance-offs near Yap Island, revealing mating behaviour, intelligence and unique physiology while aiding marine conservation research.

Sun’s jagged outer boundary tracked: Where solar wind breaks free

Scientists have mapped the sun’s outer atmosphere, revealing where solar wind escapes and magnetic influence ends. How does this jagged, shifting boundary affect space weather and our solar system?

Can Earth touch the Moon? Scientists find Earth’s atmosphere depositing on lunar surface

Scientists have discovered trace gases from Earth reaching the Moon, revealing unexpected interplanetary connections and offering potential resources for future lunar bases and space exploration missions.

Comet 3I/ATLAS carrying a mysterious anti-tail set to come extremely close to Earth on 19 December, alerting scientists

A rare interstellar comet will sweep past Earth this week at a safe distance, giving scientists a brief chance to study material formed around another star before it vanishes forever.

Interstellar Comet 3I/ATLAS to pass Earth on 19 December, here’s why it’s drawing global scientific attention

Interstellar comet 3I/ATLAS will make its closest approach to Earth on December 19, 2025, offering astronomers a rare chance to study material from another star system.

What lies beneath Bermuda? Scientists find giant mysterious subsurface layer below seafloor

Scientists have uncovered a massive, never-seen-before rock layer deep beneath Bermuda, offering fresh clues to the island’s enduring geological mystery and raising new questions about how Earth’s crust truly forms.

Are Uranus and Neptune really ice giants? Here's what study says

New research suggests Uranus and Neptune may not be true ice giants, with rocky interiors dominating instead, challenging long-standing models of planetary formation and classification.

Record-breaking: South American Lungfish genome sequenced with 91 billion DNA base pairs

Scientists sequence South American lungfish genome, 30 times larger than humans, breaking records and revealing insights into vertebrate evolution, genome expansion, and living fossils.