Category: Science

Nature offers the best inspirations for scientific innovation. For almost a hundred years, scientists have explored how certain animals can enter a state of torpor, letting them endure extreme situations by lowering their body temperature and metabolic rate to save energy.

Astrophysicists are buzzing over a new interstellar object known as 3I/ATLAS, which some experts suggest could be more than just a comet—it might be an alien artifact. Spotted on July 1, this mystery object zooms through space at an astonishing speed of over 130,000 mph and is forecasted to make its closest approach to the Sun later this year, possibly affecting Earth’s orbit in late 2025.

Squeezing the guts out of Antarctic sea spiders through their legs helps scientists explore how these creatures survive in extreme conditions.

Researchers have identified a 430-mile stretch of ancient, extinct volcanoes located beneath South China’s Yangtze Block, originating from the breakup of the supercontinent Rodinia.

Scientists from the University of Chemistry and Technology in Prague have made a remarkable advancement in creating callunene, a chemical that helps protect bumblebees from a harmful gut parasite. Their recent study revealed that this compound can be synthesized in a straightforward form, which opens avenues for safeguarding important pollinator populations.

Seismic activity is increasing along the Tintina fault, which runs from Canada’s Yukon Territory into Alaska.

A recent study highlights a concerning rise in mercury levels linked to an invasive algae species in North Carolina, posing risks to both marine life and human health.

A staggering 8.8 magnitude earthquake off Russia’s east coast has unleashed tsunami waves across the Pacific. Millions area advised to move to safety as the tsunami makes its way towards US territories.

An expedition in the Arctic has uncovered a treasure trove of ancient whale fossils revealed by the receding glacier.