Is there a fundamental logic to life?
The search for extraterrestrial life raises profound questions, and one of the most challenging is defining the nature of life itself. For over a century, biologists have understood that life on Earth is…
New study suggests that dark energy is an illusion
Dark energy is a cornerstone of contemporary cosmology, central to explaining the Universe’s accelerated expansion. In the standard model, it’s characterized by a cosmological constant within general relativity, integrating dark energy into the…
Rare treasure trove of ancient coins found in Israel
A cache of ancient coins, over 2,000 years old and believed to have belonged to King Alexander Jannaeus—the second ruler of the Hasmonean dynasty that governed Judea in the final centuries before the…
New Chinese Radio Telescopes for Space Exploration.
Two state-of-the-art radio telescopes, each featuring 40-meter-diameter antennas, were officially launched on Friday in China. Strategically positioned in the northeast (Jilin Province’s Changbai Mountain area) and southwest (Shigatse, Xizang Autonomous Region), these installations…
The 7 most disturbing humanoid robots of 2024
If you’re worried that humanoid robots will take your job in 2025, you can relax for now. The few models available on the market are slow, clunky, and primarily designed for repetitive, physically…
50,000-year-old baby mammoth found in Siberia.
Russian scientists have unveiled the remarkably well-preserved remains of a 50,000-year-old baby mammoth, discovered this summer in the thawing permafrost of Siberia’s remote Yakutia region. Named “Yana” after the river basin where she…
A one-hour walk could add six hours to your lifespan.
A new study provides some compelling motivation to get outdoors and move: for every extra hour you spend walking each day, you could be adding six hours to your lifespan. This potential benefit…
A Mission to Dive Titan’s Lakes
Titan is among the most captivating worlds in the solar system for several compelling reasons. It possesses a hydrological cycle powered by methane, rather than water. It is the solar system’s second-largest moon,…
Haptiknit: A new wearable technology
Wearable haptic devices, designed to deliver touch-based feedback, enhance immersion in virtual reality, support rehabilitation efforts, and enable silent communication. However, most existing devices rely on vibration, as pressure-based solutions typically necessitate cumbersome…
2,100-year-old bird-shaped whistle found in Türkiye.
A 2,100-year-old soldier’s whistle, crafted from fired clay and designed in the shape of a bird, has been unearthed at the Oluz Höyük excavation site in Amasya. This remarkable artifact offers valuable insights…