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ScienceNASA Astronomy Picture of the Day Features Fire Rainbow Over West Virginia
A rare atmospheric phenomenon known as a circumhorizontal arc was captured in a photograph near North Fork Mountain.
Science⚡ 6.0Italy Places Nearly All Major Cities on Highest Heat Alert
The Italian health ministry has announced that 25 of the country's 27 major cities will be under red heat alerts by Monday.
ScienceNASA's Curiosity Rover Discovers Extensive Polygonal Terrain on Mars
NASA's Curiosity rover has identified a vast field of honeycomb-like polygonal fractures while exploring a Martian valley known as Valle Grande.
SciencePembrokeshire free diver highlights marine life to promote ocean conservation
Iestyn Morgan, a 21-year-old free diver from Pembrokeshire, is sharing footage of marine life to encourage protection of Welsh waters.
ScienceDaily Avocado Consumption Linked to Lower Heart Disease Risk in Adults With Obesity
A study from Penn State suggests that eating one avocado a day may modestly reduce heart disease risk by lowering LDL particle concentrations in the blood.
ScienceNew Science Fiction Novels for August 2026
A roundup of science fiction releases for August 2026, featuring space operas, post-apocalyptic survival stories, and multiverse mysteries.
ScienceNASA Astronomy Picture of the Day Features Buck Moon and Belt of Venus
A photograph taken from Krk Island, Croatia, captures the July full moon rising alongside the Belt of Venus.
ScienceScientist Identifies New 'Pink Zebra' Seaweed Species After 40-Year Search
Prof Christine Maggs has confirmed a new species of pink-striped seaweed found in UK maerl beds, ending a four-decade scientific mystery.
ScienceNASA August 2026 Skywatching Highlights: Eclipses and Meteor Showers
August 2026 features a total solar eclipse, the peak of the Perseid meteor shower, Venus at its greatest eastern elongation, and a partial lunar eclipse.
Science⚡ 7.0Experts Urge Shift from Fire Suppression to Prevention in Europe
As wildfires intensify across Europe, experts argue that current firefighting strategies are insufficient and advocate for proactive landscape management to prevent future megafires.
Science⚡ 6.0Climate Change May Shift Malaria Burden in Africa
A new study suggests rising temperatures could eliminate malaria in West and Central Africa while increasing cases in cooler, high-elevation regions.
Science⚡ 6.0UK experiences record-breaking July temperatures and heat-related deaths
Provisional Met Office data indicates July is among the warmest on record for parts of the UK, while heat-related deaths have reached record levels.
ScienceResearch Examines Link Between Protein Intake and Ageing
A review of studies in rodents suggests that restricting protein intake may slow ageing, though experts caution that these findings may not directly translate to human health.
ScienceNASA Astronomy Picture of the Day: NGC 4372 and the Dark Doodad Nebula
A look at the Dark Doodad Nebula and the globular star cluster NGC 4372, two celestial objects located in the constellation Musca.
Science⚡ 6.0Drought conditions in England and Wales expected to persist
Despite some rain in the forecast, current weather patterns are unlikely to alleviate drought conditions in England and Wales.
Science⚡ 7.0Researchers identify DNA from 'ghost' ancient human ancestors in modern genomes
A new computational method has identified DNA segments from two previously unknown ancient human lineages preserved within the genomes of living people.
ScienceNASA Assigns Astronaut Deniz Burnham to First Space Station Mission
NASA astronaut Deniz Burnham has been assigned to her first mission to the International Space Station, scheduled for launch in March 2027.
Science⚡ 7.0Drought Declared Across Large Parts of England and Wales
Drought conditions have been declared across more than half of England and the entirety of Wales, leading to hosepipe bans for over 20 million people.
ScienceNeuroscientist Christof Koch Examines the Origins of Consciousness
Neuroscientist Christof Koch is exploring whether consciousness is a product of the brain or a fundamental feature of reality, challenging traditional materialist views.
ScienceRice Bran Compound May Help Ease Irritable Bowel Symptoms
Researchers at Toho University found that ferulic acid, a compound in rice bran, can reduce intestinal muscle contractions by blocking calcium channels.
Science⚡ 7.0The Legacy of Henrietta Lacks and the Impact of 'The Immortal Life'
Henrietta Lacks's cells revolutionized modern medicine, but their unauthorized collection remains a source of pain for her descendants.
ScienceDaily Multivitamin Use Linked to Better Functional Health in Older Adults
A study of over 16,000 adults aged 60 and older indicates that daily multivitamin use may help maintain independence in performing routine daily tasks.
ScienceNASA Awards 18 Innovative Technology Concept Grants for 2026
NASA has awarded $3.2 million to 18 early-stage aerospace research projects through its Innovative Advanced Concepts program.