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Scientists discover Titan's methane rainstorms are more intense than expected

Scientists discover Titan's methane rainstorms are more intense than expected

On the distant moon Titan, intense methane rainstorms transform the icy terrain, creating striking alluvial fans that showcase the areas most affected by these rare deluges. Scientists leverage data from the Cassini mission to create…

‘Walking sausage’: the giant stick insect that proves it’s not over till we give up

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‘Walking sausage’: the giant stick insect that proves it’s not over till we give up

Also known as the tree lobster, this ultra-rare creature was inadvertently driven to the brink by European settlers Revealed: the top 10 invertebrates of the year When small species are left alone to evolve for centuries on small islands…

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Soyuz-2 rocket complex prepared for launch campaign at Vostochny spaceport

At the Angara launch complex, specialists performed maintenance on more than 40 ground support systems and equipment, including assemblies for the launch vehicle and upper stage

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Spain plans burials, seeks identities of those killed in Ceuta migrant rush

Spain plans burials, seeks identities of those killed in Ceuta migrant rush

BARCELONA/CEUTA/RABAT, Aug 7 - Police and forensic scientists have drafted in extra staff to try to identify the bodies of 80 migrants found after last week's mass rush into Spain's Ceuta enclave, as desperate families wait for news of…

Kalshi and Polymarket bets on clinical trials criticized as 'ghastly'

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Kalshi and Polymarket bets on clinical trials criticized as 'ghastly'

Researchers warn betting on clinical trials could incentivize insider trading and interfere with drug development. But Kalshi and Polymarket say they provide valuable information to patients. (Image credit: Fred Tanneau)

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2012 wildfire was Rwenzori alpine zone’s first major fire in 12,000 years

2012 wildfire was Rwenzori alpine zone’s first major fire in 12,000 years

In 2012, a wildfire swept across Africa's Rwenzori Mountains, marking the first such event in over 12,000 years. Analysis of lake sediments uncovered a significant charcoal marker linked to this fire, indicating that human actions and…

Watch: 350KG Of Waste Cleared From Four Maltese Beaches In Coast-To-Coast Clean-Up

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Watch: 350KG Of Waste Cleared From Four Maltese Beaches In Coast-To-Coast Clean-Up

Four of Malta’s picturesque coastal spots are looking a whole lot cleaner after volunteers removed more than 350kg of waste during a major coast-to-coast clean-up. Organised by Coast is Clear and funded by the Department of Fisheries and…

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Nile University Hosts The Gambia’s Higher Education Minister on NUC-Coordinated University Tour

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Nile University Hosts The Gambia’s Higher Education Minister on NUC-Coordinated University Tour

Nile University of Nigeria hosted the Honourable Minister of Higher Education, Research, Science and Technology of The Gambia, Hon. Prof. Pierre Gomez, as part of a National Universities Commission (NUC)-coordinated study tour to…

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Uzbekistan-developed AI module launches aboard Earth observation satellite

Uzbekistan-developed AI module launches aboard Earth observation satellite

The Samarkand-2028 Earth observation satellite has entered orbit carrying an AI module developed by Uzbek engineers, processing data in orbit before transmission to improve efficiency in fields including agriculture and environmental…

Bones in dark underwater caves stayed pristine while light left algae marks

Bones in dark underwater caves stayed pristine while light left algae marks

In the captivating underwater caves of South Australia, animal bones exhibit unique characteristics brought about by their aquatic environment. The contrast of light and shadow results in algae development while simultaneously preserving…

Surprise discovery as ancient domus uncovered beneath restoration site in Rome

Surprise discovery as ancient domus uncovered beneath restoration site in Rome

A routine restoration project on Rome's Caelian Hill has led to the discovery of an ancient Roman building decorated with mosaics, frescoes and painted ceilings. Archaeologists have uncovered eight rooms dating back to the second century…

Greek mayor accused of arson over wildfire near Athens

Greek mayor accused of arson over wildfire near Athens

Giannis Apostolou is being accused of arson and damaging public utilities.