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Unlike sucrose, D-tagatose delivers nearly the same sensory experience. It is about 92% as sweet as table sugar, yet provides only "one-third of the calories".
A rare solar storm is lighting skies far from the poles, thrilling observers while quietly threatening satellites, power grids, and navigation systems, as scientists track what happens next worldwide closely.
Created in Ukraine, "Raybird" is the world’s first hydrogen-powered drone that flies silently and efficiently. Fuel-cell technology replaces batteries, proving how science is unlocking a new era of sustainable and long-endurance aviation.
While most Indian rivers rush east, the Narmada quietly moves west, shaped by ancient geology, sustaining farms, faith, and cities, and challenging what geography lessons long taught for generations today.
Indian scientists develop PhotonSync, turning ordinary telecom fibre into a phase-coherent quantum channel. It stabilises photons, enabling long-distance secure quantum communication and marking a breakthrough in India’s quantum research.
Dhaval Lakshmi, a rehabilitated Olive Ridley turtle, has swum 1000 km in the Arabian Sea. Satellite tracking shows successful rewilding, active foraging and adaptation, marking a conservation milestone in Palghar.
What is “down” in the vastness of space? Scientists reveal how gravity, cosmic planes, and perspective redefine direction, showing that below Earth is not what you might expect.
Scientists have traced ancient Martian shorelines inside a giant canyon, revealing where a vast ocean once stood and why these hidden coasts could hold clues to Mars’s lost, possibly habitable past.
Scientists have discovered a 300-year-old giant black coral off New Zealand. Its massive size and age reveal hidden deep-sea ecosystems, highlighting urgent conservation needs and centuries of marine biodiversity waiting to be explored.
A remarkable bird spends up to 10 months airborne, eating, sleeping, and even resting mid-flight, pushing biological limits and raising new questions about how life can thrive almost entirely in the sky.
Scientists discovered that a nanoscale layer of silver strengthens solid-state batteries. This breakthrough prevents cracks, improves durability and could revolutionise renewable energy storage globally.
A female tiger’s death inside Kaziranga highlights rising territorial clashes, as officials investigate repeated infighting incidents in India’s densest tiger reserve, raising questions about conservation challenges behind growing success.
NASA’s Artemis II will carry astronauts around the Moon in February, but millions worldwide can also join the journey, sending their names aboard the spacecraft for a historic lunar flyby.
Similipal National Park records a rare rise in mugger crocodile numbers. The small increase signals improving ecosystem health, successful conservation and growing hope for India’s threatened freshwater predators.
NASA’s Artemis II rocket has reached Launch Pad 39B in Florida, marking a critical milestone for the first crewed lunar flyby. Four astronauts will orbit the Moon in 2026.
Rare photos reveal Europe’s “ghost cat,” the elusive wildcat thought nearly extinct. Rediscovered in 2020, these sightings highlight its survival, importance for science and the urgent need for conservation.
Dolphins play with toxic pufferfish, showing unusual behaviour. Science reveals curiosity, nervous system effects, and intentional experimentation, debunking myths about dolphins “getting high” like humans do.
India is set to approve its first public-private Earth observation satellite project, allowing private companies to monitor climate, disasters, agriculture and national security using advanced space imaging technology developed and operated domestically.
Scientists in Finland transmitted electricity through air using sound waves, lasers, and radio frequencies, creating “acoustic wires” that could revolutionize homes, industry and IoT devices without plugs or traditional cables.
NASA completed its Antarctic balloon campaign using high-altitude balloons to study cosmic rays, anti-matter and high-energy particles, gathering critical data to complement satellites and advance astrophysics research globally.
European scientists opened the Ice Memory Sanctuary in Antarctica, preserving glacier ice cores to study past climate, track environmental change, and safeguard disappearing glaciers for future generations of researchers.
Scientists in Australia have discovered a rare new lizard species with no front arms and only back limbs, revealing how evolution shapes unusual bodies in hidden, remote ecosystems.
NASA’s Hubble telescope has captured rare images of newborn stars hidden inside dusty cosmic clouds, revealing how massive suns form, grow and shape the future of our galaxy.
India’s Gaganyaan mission may face a slight delay after ISRO withdrew a Hawaii ground-station request. Officials deny links to the PSLV failure, confirming the human spaceflight programme remains on track.
Rare winter rains have transformed Chile’s Atacama Desert into a vibrant sea of wildflowers. Scientists explain how dormant seeds survive extreme dryness and bloom suddenly when unusual weather brings precious moisture.
Astronomers used a cosmic lens to reveal a hyperactive protocluster. ALMA and VLA observations uncover tightly packed galaxies forming stars rapidly, offering unprecedented insight into the early universe’s largest structures.
Hundreds of bald eagles gathered unusually in snowy British Columbia. Scientists say the rare congregation reveals surprising behaviour and provides insights into feeding, ecology and species adaptation in winter conditions.
Scientists discovered naturally mummified cheetahs in Saudi desert caves. DNA analysis reveals links to modern populations, revising historical ranges and offering insights for conservation and understanding ancient Arabian wildlife.
Sea buckthorn is a nutrient-packed superberry offering skin, heart, immune and digestive benefits. Scientists confirm its unique fatty acids and antioxidants make it a modern health powerhouse.
Scientists have visualised plant respiration in real time, capturing stomata opening and closing. This breakthrough offers insights into plant adaptation, photosynthesis and resilience under environmental stress.
A Miami iguana appeared frozen in the cold. Wildlife experts say temporary paralysis occurs when temperatures drop. The reptile recovers naturally once it warms up safely.
NASA has announced multiple launch windows for the Artemis II mission. The launch window is set for Feb 6-11, but the final date awaits NASA confirmation. This mission will have four astronauts who will monitor the Moon in 2026, marking humanity’s first crewed lunar voyage in over 50 years.
A rare total solar eclipse on August 2, 2027 will plunge parts of Earth into extended darkness, offering scientists and skywatchers an unusually long cosmic display few will ever witness again.
Scientists studying Australia’s walking sharks found reproduction demands no extra energy, even under stress, raising new questions about survival, climate resilience, and how these sharks quietly defy biological expectations.
A black hole silent for 100 million years suddenly erupts again, launching vast plasma jets and reshaping its galaxy, leaving astronomers questioning what triggered this dramatic cosmic awakening.
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.
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.
A rare ring of fire solar eclipse will appear in February 2026, but its path avoids India. Why this dramatic event matters, and who can witness it, may surprise you.
Scientists have uncovered Antarctica’s hidden landscape beneath ice, revealing thousands of unseen hills and valleys, a discovery reshaping how researchers predict ice movement, melting, and future sea level rise.
Comet 3I/ATLAS, only the third interstellar object ever observed, is making its final pass through our skies, offering a rare last glimpse before vanishing into deep space forever.
With its dark plumage, sudden white flashes, and nomadic habits, Australia’s black swan continues to challenge expectations, revealing how one elegant bird reshaped science, culture, and understanding of nature.
Scientists have discovered centuries-old cheetah mummies in Saudi caves, some nearly 1,800 years old, revealing vanished wildlife and raising intriguing questions about how large animals survive harsh environments over time.
A new study reveals spaceflight physically shifts astronauts’ brains inside the skull, with changes lasting months after return, raising new questions about microgravity’s hidden effects on human health.
The Copernicus Sentinel-2 satellite has captured detailed images of wildfires in Uttarakhand, highlighting its role in environmental monitoring. Now over ten years old, the EU mission continues providing vital data supporting wildfire tracking, land management, and broader Earth observation efforts.
Four astronauts returned early from the International Space Station after a rare medical evacuation, splashing down near California, as NASA reveals why caution outweighed schedule during an unexpected mission ending.
From the Greenland shark to the ocean quahog, here are 8 animals that live for centuries or even millennia, defying nature’s limits and offering a glimpse into Earth’s most extraordinary lifespans.
Loons are water birds with wolf-like calls and incredible diving skills. Learn about the five species, their habitats and why these striking birds are vital for freshwater ecosystems.
Deep in Canada, a beaver-built dam is so massive it’s visible from space, quietly shaping wetlands for decades—discover how this hidden natural wonder impacts wildlife and landscapes unseen.
Satellite data shows Himalayan snow has dropped to a two-decade low. Scientists warn melting peaks threaten Asia’s rivers, ecosystem and millions of people who rely on these crucial water sources.
Scientists in Kerala have discovered a rare fishing spider that hunts fish in forest streams. The unique species reveals hidden biodiversity and highlights the importance of protecting clean freshwater ecosystems.
