Science

Stand still, make eye contact: Denmark tells tourists how to behave in a wolf encounter

Government urges visitors not to approach or feed wolves as it manages safety amid growing population Danish authorities have advised tourists to stand still, make eye contact and put up “maximum resistance” in the event of attack if they…

Indian-origin scientist resigns from California’s Salk Institute after sexual misconduct allegations

Living near noisy traffic could increase Parkinson’s risk, study finds

Long-term exposure to a busy road may increase the chances of developing Parkinson's disease, though a quiet side of the house could give some protection, new research suggests.

Taiwan opens door to Starlink – but now it must wait to see if Elon Musk is ready to enter

Taiwan has cleared the way for overseas satellite internet providers such as Starlink to operate on the island – a move analysts said could strengthen military and civilian communications if conventional networks were disrupted in a…

Uzbekistan forum explores Islamic civilisation's role in modern science

Researchers, religious leaders and policymakers examined how centuries of Islamic scholarship continue to influence education, scientific research and international cooperation.

Tracking threats before they reach border: India's next line of defence taking shape in space

India is deploying a 52-satellite constellation for enhanced surveillance. This program aims to bolster national security and maritime domain awareness. Private firms will build 31 satellites, while ISRO constructs the remaining…

Fabricated AI animal videos are distorting how we see wildlife, researchers warn

AI-generated animal footage is racking up millions of views online, but researchers warn it is also distorting public understanding of wildlife behaviour and could be undermining support for conservation.

'Significant hot spots' remain at Cairngorms wildfire

The blaze has burned across 10 square kilometres of land in the Cairngorms over the last week.

Can Pithoragarh’s bn-yr-old fossils help it become India’s first Unesco Global Geopark?

Pithoragarh district in Uttarakhand has revealed ancient stromatolite fossil colonies. These fossils represent some of Earth's earliest known evidence of life. Researchers found similar geological formations in nearby areas, suggesting…

Indonesia launches biodiversity reports to protect natural wealth

The National Development Planning Ministry (Bappenas) on Tuesday launched four Indonesia Biodiversity Status reports ...

First Nations groups devastated by Canada’s wildfires say government did not help

Chiefs in Ontario say they were left to self-evacuate before homes burned to ground, after being told there was no imminent threat Fast-moving wildfires have burned two First Nations communities in Canada to the ground, as members said…

How can I water my garden in a hosepipe ban and will there be drought this summer?

Millions of people in southern England and parts of Wales face restrictions after prolonged periods of hot weather Millions of people across southern England are subject to hosepipe bans after prolonged periods of extreme heat and reduced…