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Humans may not be as hardwired for violence as we thought
New research challenges the idea that human violence is deeply evolutionary, suggesting everyday aggression and lethal violence evolved through different biological processes.
UK bluefin tuna comeback shows nature can recover, says WWF
Bluefin tuna populations have recovered dramatically off the British coast after nearly vanishing, exemplifying how targeted conservation efforts can reverse wildlife decline, according to a new WWF report.
Spacecraft returns to Earth after rescue mission for ageing Nasa telescope fails
A commercial spacecraft sent to rescue an aging NASA telescope failed to complete its mission and returned to Earth after 85 days in orbit. The Neil Gehrels Swift Observatory is now expected to re-enter Earth’s atmosphere in November.
Gene-edited bananas that don’t go brown could hit UK supermarkets
Gene-edited bananas that resist browning have moved closer to UK supermarket shelves after regulatory approval, potentially reducing food waste and supply chain emissions by over 25%.
‘Starship is in orbit’: cheers go up as huge SpaceX rocket circles Earth for first time
SpaceX successfully launched its Starship rocket into Earth’s orbit for the first time, achieving a major milestone on its 14th test flight despite an engine failure during ascent.
Swiss glaciers suffer ‘disastrous’ year of ice loss
Swiss glaciers lost over 5% of remaining ice in 2026, marking a near-record year as intense summer heatwaves accelerated melting across Alpine peaks.
Scientists just pushed superconductors beyond their usual current limit
Scientists successfully pushed superconductors beyond their typical current limits using picosecond-duration electrical pulses, revealing fundamental properties normally masked by vortex motion and heating effects.
The early universe wasn’t nearly as pristine as scientists thought
Astronomers found that early galaxies dispersed heavy elements into surrounding space far sooner than expected, reshaping the early universe’s chemical composition just 500 million years after the Big Bang.
Plaque to honour Bristol scientist who led Beagle 2 Mars mission
A museum plaque honoring Bristol scientist Professor Colin Pillinger was unveiled at the M Shed, recognizing his leadership of the Beagle 2 Mars probe, the first European spacecraft to land on Mars.
NASA’s Webb finds signs of Mars-sized worlds smashing together
NASA’s James Webb Space Telescope discovered signs of massive collisions between Mars-sized worlds in young star systems, providing insights into how rocky planets form and how Earth’s moon originated.
World’s largest penguin colony hit by climate-driven decline
The world’s largest chinstrap penguin colony on Zavodovski Island has declined by 63% since 2011, with climate change reducing food supplies as krill move southward, according to aerial surveys.
Jonathan the giant tortoise, 194, offers up insight into secrets of longevity
Scientists analyzed the DNA of Jonathan, a 194-year-old giant tortoise, uncovering genetic variants and chemical patterns that may explain his extraordinary longevity and offer insights into aging.
DNA database of UK dogs could help police collar criminals
Researchers at UK universities have developed a DNA database for dogs to help police solve crimes, allowing them to identify canine perpetrators or confirm dog ownership links to incidents.
97-million-year-old fossils reveal the earliest known animal “GPS”
Researchers have discovered 97-million-year-old magnetic fossils that may represent the earliest known evidence of an animal navigation system using Earth’s magnetic field.
NASA’s Roman telescope just opened its planet-hunting eye
NASA’s Roman Space Telescope completed testing of its fine-guidance system in mid-September and received cosmic light for the first time on September 22, demonstrating its ability to maintain extremely precise pointing stability.
Scientists just made a superconductor stronger using “empty space”
Scientists demonstrated that quantum vacuum fluctuations can strengthen superconductivity in materials, offering a novel approach to controlling quantum states of matter through engineered electromagnetic environments.
Powerful simulations reveal how the first stars changed the universe
International researchers are using advanced computer simulations to reconstruct how the first stars and galaxies emerged and transformed the early universe by producing chemical elements necessary for planets and life.
Chang’e-6 lunar soil contains a surprising magnetic time capsule
Scientists analyzing lunar soil from Chang’e-6 discovered a rare iron phase in impact glass that could help reveal the Moon’s ancient magnetic history.
ESA’s Juice just used Earth as a slingshot to Jupiter
The European Space Agency’s Juice spacecraft performed a gravity assist maneuver near Earth on September 28, adjusting its trajectory toward Jupiter while preserving fuel and testing scientific instruments.
A beautiful Himalayan bird is changing its voice due to human activity, research shows
Research shows a Himalayan pheasant is shifting its habitat to higher elevations and changing its call pitch due to tourism and infrastructure development in mountain regions.
Animals may have evolved 200 million years earlier than we thought
A study suggests animals may have evolved 200 million years earlier than previously estimated, with origins possibly dating to 800-700 million years ago rather than appearing abruptly in the fossil record.
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Yuri Milner’s Breakthrough Listen Expands Global Search with New Telescope Network
The search for extraterrestrial intelligence has taken a significant step forward with the expansion of the Breakthrough Listen initiative to include new world-class telescopes. The program founded by Yuri Milner now operates across multiple continents, creating the...
CRISPR Gene Editing Study Demonstrates How Hox Genes Impact Appearance
Lots of scientists know of the “McGinnis experiment”, which William McGinnis undertook in 1990 to examine how high-level control genes, known as Hox genes, determine our physical characteristics. He investigated whether proteins encoded by the human or mouse Hox gene...
Is Living on Mars a Future Possibility?
Scientists have long been exploring the possibility of life on other planets and the ability of humans to live there one day too. There may come a time when earth is uninhabitable in many ways and having a backup planet to go to would be beneficial. In particular,...
Can Dogs Sense PTSD?
It’s safe to say that dogs are pretty incredible. According to a survey done by the American Veterinary Medical Association, there were around seventy-seven million dogs in American households at the end of 2016. To quote a cliché, dogs are “man’s best friend” and for...