Searching for unknown fungi in the Norwegian mountains
During some days in August, science takes center stage. The experts are surveying the little-known diversity of fungi found in the alpine Dryas heath. They may even discover species that have never been described scientifically before.
One of the oldest known 3D animal fossils found in Norwegian sheep field
One of the oldest known 3D fossils of an animal has been discovered in a sheep field in the Norwegian Arctic, the first new major site of its kind anywhere in Europe in decades.
Action on climate and air pollution likely to boost economy, UN says
Every US$1 invested in tackling climate change and air pollution together can generate around US$15 in economic benefits, according to a report published today by the U.N. Environment Programme (UNEP) and the Climate and Clean Air Coalition (CCAC).
Researchers rewire ribosomes to specialize in one protein
Every cell relies on ribosomes, the molecular machines that read genetic instructions and use them to assemble proteins. A cell needs thousands of types of proteins at any one time, so ribosomes must be generalists, capable of using instructions to produce any protein.
Tiny molecular rings open new ways for designing better medicines
Cyclopropanes are organic chemistry
Prehistoric builders hauled 25-tonne stones at least 18 km to build iconic Devil
New research has revealed that ancient builders deliberately transported enormous 25-tonne stones across at least 18 kilometers (11 miles) to build Britain
Grandchildren repay childhood care by supporting ailing grandparents in Hong Kong
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Did wildfires help spark the invention of pottery?
A new study suggests that a period of intense fires and landscape upheaval in the ancient southern Levant may have helped create the conditions that led Neolithic communities to discover how fire could transform clay.
Sparse-data method estimates sea surface temperatures 40% more accurately than conventional approach
Researchers have developed a method for extrapolating sea surface temperatures from sparse data that is significantly more accurate than other commonly used computational methods and slightly more accurate than the best-performing AI model, while taking a fraction of the time to train. The work has implications for both short-term weather forecasting and longer-term climate predictions.
Extremely massive galaxy proto-supercluster smashes distance record
An international team of astronomers has discovered the most distant progenitor to a galaxy supercluster ever. The discovery supports existing theories of how galaxy clusters evolve and reveals how they are connected to the larger cosmic web. The study relies largely on data from the ODIN survey, conducted with the U.S. Department of Energy-fabricated Dark Energy Camera on the U.S. National Science Foundation V
Cosmic radiation at flight altitudes rises when the sun is less active
Radiation from space is constantly entering Earth
Waterlogged seeds reveal melons
Melons produce many seeds, making the melon shape a traditional symbol of fertility and prosperity in Chinese culture. But the historical debate about how melons made their way to modern tables is as long and twisted as the vines they grow on.
NASA technique for manipulating satellite photos now reveals ancient images
High in the central tower of Angkor Wat, an ancient Cambodian temple, paintings depict horseback riders and a traditional musical ensemble. Thousands of visitors pass these images daily without noticing them because they are faded to the point of invisibility.
Helium-3 lifts new quantum computing concept with faster tunneling rates
Helium
A crystalline sponge reveals structures of large
Drug discovery has traditionally followed the
No evidence that Multi-Agency Safeguarding Hubs have improved child protection outcomes
New research concludes that Multi-Agency Safeguarding Hubs (MASHs) are failing to provide better protection for children in England, instead causing families distress and putting more pressure on social care resources.
Physics-based AI unlocks first global predictions of carbon cycling in ocean sediments
Researchers at The University of Manchester have developed a new physics-based artificial intelligence approach that, for the first time, enables accurate global-scale predictions of how dissolved organic carbon moves between seawater and marine sediments, a crucial but previously unquantifiable component of the planet
Curved nanographene with five-, six- and seven-membered rings synthesized in two steps
Nanographenes can be considered molecular fragments of graphene, a 2D conductive material in which carbon atoms are connected in a honeycomb pattern. Because their electronic and photophysical properties vary depending on the size and shape of the molecule, nanographenes are expected to find applications in OLEDs, organic solar cells, organic field-effect transistors and more.
Mentoring based on young peoples
We can all see the huge waste of talent this represents for the young people concerned and society as a whole.
Fast radio bursts could help disentangle galactic feedback from dark matter effects
Intense, brief flashes of radio light called fast radio bursts (FRBs) travel across billions of light-years to reach Earth, passing through a fog of matter along the way. The bursts
From classrooms to careers, Black women describe lasting effects of racialized bias
As a child, Nefatari excelled at advanced mathematics. But a teacher questioned her academic success in this area because the teacher believed Black girls were not good at math. Years later, as a research participant, Nefatari said the teacher
Giant impacts may strip small icy moons of subsurface oceans
Southwest Research Institute (SwRI) scientists used simulations to understand the role disruptive impacts play on icy moons with subsurface oceans in our solar system. A recent paper published in the journal Nature Astronomy concludes that disruptive impacts can affect the presence and persistence of subsurface oceans in these moons but do not seem to create new oceans.
Martian air could yield methane rocket fuel with fewer unwanted byproducts
As NASA prepares to send humans to Mars as early as the 2030s, University of Mississippi researchers are working on one of the key questions: How will they get back?
World's Highest-Paid Prime Minister Gets Salary Hike Of $1 Million
Wong said the revision would see his benchmark annual salary rise from Sg$2.2 million ($1.7 million) to Sg$3.6 million.
Quebec wildfire smoke left forest moths with deformed wings, research finds
Over the course of the summer of 2023, Quebec experienced its worst wildfire season on record. By its end, some 4.5 million hectares (11.1 million acres) of the province
Star-fingered toads use fingertip lobules to detect prey in murky water
Surinam toads (Pipa pipa) are strange, flat frogs with minuscule eyes that live in the murky waters of the Amazon basin and carry their eggs on their backs. The way they catch prey is even weirder. They lie in wait with outstretched forelimbs until a small fish approaches, then snap open their jaws to create enough suction to draw the fish into their tongueless mouths and swallow it whole, all in a few hundredths of a second. But how do these frogs hunt in low visibility with poor vision?
New molecular magnet design boosts performance for ultrahigh-density data storage
Researchers at The University of Manchester and the Australian National University have developed a new class of molecular magnets that combines the most successful features of previous designs, resulting in some of the strongest magnetic memory properties reported to date.
Too hot to learn: How climate change hurts children
Children across Europe have returned to school after a summer of extreme heat. As the climate warms, one question is becoming harder to ignore: How can students learn when classrooms become dangerously hot?
New iron-bearing compounds could store water near Earth
Geochemical studies of volcanic rocks from Baffin Island, Canada, and Iceland suggest that some of the water dating back to Earth
Climate change may erase 25 million hectares of kelp forests by 2050
Climate change is driving rapid declines in seaweed forests globally, outpacing restoration efforts and undermining seaweed restoration as a viable carbon dioxide removal strategy, according to an essay by Karen Filbee-Dexter at the University of Western Australia and colleagues, published Sept. 8 in the journal PLOS Biology.
Study reveals another reason to save the world
All over the world, from Oregon
Idol smuggler Subash Kapoor to return to Germany
Why should we care if there aren
This summer, you may have wondered why you are seeing so few insects squished on your car
Bear baiting in England became more common following Norman invasion, research reveals
Bear baiting in England became more popular after the Norman Conquest in 1066, new research shows. The study by Cardiff University and the University of Nottingham brings together archaeological analysis of bear bones and archival records to show the prevalence of the animals in England and northern France during medieval times. The study is published in the journal Society
Male beauty ratings reveal lower averages but an exceptional upper tier
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Study predicts large disparities in access to food, water and energy in 2050
How will global access to food, water and energy evolve in coming decades? A new study coauthored by MIT researchers suggests the answers could be very different depending on region, resource and income.
Trump opens 9/11 remembrance week with World Trade Centre steel beam tribute
Trump opens 9/11 remembrance week with World Trade Centre steel beam tribute
Heat waves inhibit antibiotic resistance in soils, but at a price
Extreme heat waves disrupt life in soil. Soil bacteria that produce and resist antibiotics switch into survival mode, temporarily reducing the number of resistance genes. At the same time, heat and drought are causing significant damage to soils and ecosystems, especially in cold, wet regions such as the Netherlands. This is evident from a large-scale European study by soil ecologist Franciska de Vries (University of Amsterdam) and colleagues. The findings are published in the journal Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences.
Arthropods inspire interdisciplinary solutions to global challenges, initiative shows
Arthropods are small, but they could play an outsized role in tackling some of the world
Over half RO plants in three TN districts defunct: CAG
Beyond the sea walls: Underwater archaeology reveals the hidden scale of ancient Mediterranean ports
Trade routes and ports have shaped the history of human civilization, with the Mediterranean network among the most prominent and influential. Yet our understanding of its past is shaped largely by what remains visible on land rather than by the sea itself. Stone-built structures such as docks, quays and breakwaters give us important clues, but they do not always reveal the full picture.
Ganja plants in Laitumkhrah cut down
Shillong, Sep 8: Cannabis plants growing inside an abandoned plot in the heart of Laitumkhrah market were today destroyed by authorities. The plot, surrounded by a concrete wall and a locked iron gate, is located in the busy market locality. Inside, several lush cannabis plants were found standing amid garbage. Locals had alleged the spot [] The post Ganja plants in Laitumkhrah cut down first appeared on Highland Post .
New way to harness copper makes antibiotic-resistant bacteria and cancer cells more vulnerable
University of Missouri researchers have discovered a new way to harness one of the body
Hubble and Webb find that far-out solar system objects
For the first time, scientists used the combined power of NASA
Fresh laundry scent leads to higher spending on second-hand clothes, study finds
The scent of fresh laundry in a store encourages people to spend more on secondhand clothes than the scent of citrus or the typical scent of secondhand clothes does. This is according to research by psychologists Matteo Perini and Jasper de Groot of Radboud University. The researchers suggest that this effect is linked to people
Interstellar visitor 3I/ATLAS carries clues from the frozen outskirts of another star system
UK astronomers have uncovered new clues about the origin of 3I/ATLAS
WFI Announces Two-Stage Trials For World Championships
The Wrestling Federation of India (WFI) has implemented a new two-stage trial system for the 2026 Senior World Championships. This policy allows wrestlers participating in the Asian Games to also compete for a spot in the World Championships team through a final trial, addressing the overlap between the two major events. The first phase of trials is scheduled for September 14-15, with specific provisions for certain weight categories and U23 championships.
Pumping antibiotics out: A new route to bacterial drug resistance
Bacteria can survive antibiotics in several ways, including by pumping the drugs out of their cells before they can take effect. Researchers at the University of Osaka have discovered a previously unknown mechanism that allows the bacterium responsible for many cases of pneumonia and meningitis to export the antibiotic fosfomycin.
Current events: Scientists keep close eye on Atlantic Ocean changes
The year is 2060. London shudders through months of Nordic winter freezes. Across northern Europe, oak and beech forests wither under severe frost and drought, while cereal yields collapse from temperatures plunging as low as 27 degrees Fahrenheit below today
Kane among three of England's World Cup stars to make Ballon d'Or shortlist
Bayern Munich striker Harry Kane is one of three England players nominated for the 2026 Ballon d'Or alongside Jude Bellingham and Declan Rice.
ALMA watches a massive binary assemble in real time
Using the Atacama Large Millimeter/submillimeter Array (ALMA), astronomers have captured one of the most detailed three-dimensional views yet of a massive binary star system while it is still being born. By tracking the motions of two young, massive stars over nearly eight years, the team found that the pair follows a highly stretched-out orbit and is surrounded by strongly tilted gas disks, both relative to each other and to the stars
Gladys the giant pumpkin: is this the biggest fruit in the world?
Does AfD's big win in Germany signal a 'far right' uprising in Europe?
Many years ago, Otto von Bismarck observed that politics was the art of the possible. The modern European establishment appears to have inverted the Iron Chancellors maxim. Politics has increasingly become the art of explaining to voters why what they want is impossible, irresponsible, xenophobic, Islamophobic, nativist or, inevitably, far right. And made it impossible to vote for the so-called far-right party thats actually willing to admit theres a problem.
Ask an expert: How to talk to children about 9/11
For millions of Americans, Sept. 11, 2001, is a vivid memory. For younger generations, it
A new game demonstrates quantum advantage with provable classical limits
For decades, physicists have worked to prove the strange predictions of quantum mechanics with real experiments. As quantum computers have grown more powerful, researchers have devised increasingly sophisticated ways to test whether these machines are truly harnessing quantum effects
Germany to send more Patriot missiles to Ukraine, warns of stepped-up Russian winter attacks
Nepal glacier saw exceptional heat before collapse caused deadly floods: Researcher
The mountain section whose collapse triggered fatal floods in Nepal and China on Aug. 26 had experienced unprecedented heat for the time of year, meteorological data analyzed by a researcher show.
Compulsory grammar tests in England
For more than a decade, children in Year 6
Sea ice creates hidden highways for young Antarctic krill
New research shows that larval Antarctic krill could be carried far from their birthplace by drifting sea ice, linking distant ecosystems in ways conventional models may miss.
Coal minister assures power plants of full supplies as rains subside
Coal minister G. Kishan Reddy said that coal output and supplies would improve as the rains subside. Speaking to reporters on Tuesday, the minister said about 100 million tonnes of coal was at mine pitheads or in transit, while thermal power plants held about 23.7 million tonnes.
Marine heat waves boost coastal CO
Marine heat waves are a consequence of climate change and are increasingly altering marine and coastal regions worldwide. An international study led by the Helmholtz-Zentrum Hereon now shows that many coastal seas absorb more CO
Superfluid qubit could help scale up quantum computers
Superfluid helium could offer a new way to tackle one of the biggest challenges in scaling up quantum computers, say researchers from the University of Surrey. The research team has introduced a conceptual design for a new type of qubit that could be much less vulnerable to errors.
First national map reveals where Ireland
The first national map of Ireland
CPI urges state govt to Withdraw Order on kidney transplants immediately
Communist Party of India (CPI) National Control Commission chairman K Narayana Sunday demanded the immediate withdrawal of the Telangana governments Government Order on kidney transplants, warning that it could lead to exploitation of poor and ...
India's 7.8 GDP growth gives world fresh hope amid turbulent times: PM Modi
India's economy grew by 7.8 per cent in the April-June quarter despite a challenging global environment, Prime Minister Narendra Modi said on Tuesday, calling the growth rate as a source of fresh hope for the...
Plateau pikas, long considered pests, can help livestock eat well
Small mammals called plateau pikas are often treated as pests because they compete with livestock for food, but research from China shows they can improve the quality of vegetation for grazing yaks.
A photon that challenges Einstein: According to current physics, it should never have reached Earth
How did a photon survive a journey of more than 2 billion light-years when, according to known physics, it should have been absorbed long before reaching Earth? This is the question at the heart of a new study by Giorgio Galanti (INAF) and Marco Roncadelli (INFN), accepted for publication in Physical Review Letters.
Big supernova dataset challenges dark energy theory
The most comprehensive catalog of exploding white dwarf stars ever assembled has revealed new clues about dark energy, the mysterious force driving the universe
Distracted dog walkers may be putting wildlife and livestock at risk, study finds
Dog walkers distracted by their phones, conversations or other demands can fail to notice their pets defecating, disturbing wildlife or approaching livestock, according to new research from the University of Surrey.
Not so long ago, we thought the ocean was an inexhaustible resource. There would always be plenty more fish in the sea.
Woman Eats Burrito In 30 Seconds, Sets Guinness World Record
Woman manages to finish the Mexican delight in just 30.75 seconds.
Anti-AfD protests sweep Germany as far right closes in on two more states
Super-resolution imaging reveals details inside living cells
A new fluorescence microscopy technique that generates super-resolution images from a single camera exposure could help researchers study rapid movements within cells that are difficult to capture with existing methods.
Working with anglers to save England
I spent six days on a small fishing boat in the middle of the English Channel in July trying to catch a thresher shark. The weather was fickle, even at the height of summer. My colleague, ecologist Lucy Hawkes, and I were with two anglers who probably hold more experience of Channel thresher sharks than anyone alive. Between us, we caught nothing.
India's e-commerce moves beyond discounts towards AI, customer relevance
Industry leaders say unified commerce, faster fulfilment and more responsive supply chains will shape the next phase of growth as consumer behaviour evolves
Five young orangutans rescued from Odishas Balasore district
Forest officials suspect the apes, not native to India, may have been abandoned after a botched attempt to transport them; investigation underway
Police sensitise border residents against terror, infiltration, narco threats in J-K's Poonch
Jammu, Sep 8: Jammu and Kashmir Police on Tuesday held a security awareness meeting with residents of villages along the Line of Control (LoC) in Poonch district, urging them to remain alert and promptly report any suspicious movement or activity from across the border. The Police Community Partnership Group (PCPG) meeting was held at Zero Line in Balakote area of Mendhar sector, under the supervision of Additional Superintendent of Police, Poonch, Ajay Sharma with the objective of strengthening Police-Public coordination, enhancing community participation in security matters and addressing the genuine grievances of the border population, a police spokesperson said. During the meeting, he said the local residents, particularly those from border villages, were sensitised about prevailing security challenges and the importance of remaining vigilant against infiltration, terrorist and anti-national activities, narco-trafficking and other criminal activities. They were advised to promptly report any suspicious persons, vehicles, objects or unusual activities to the Police and security agencies, the spokesperson said. He said the threat of narcotics and narco-trafficking was discussed, with residents urged to share credible information regarding drug-related activities. They were also sensitised about cyber frauds, including fake social-media accounts, phishing links, OTP/PIN frauds and fraudulent banking transactions, and advised to exercise caution during online transactions. Residents raised issues regarding access to border villages, security checks, installation of Smart Fence and the recurring menace of wild boars damaging agricultural crops, the spokesperson said. He said the concerns were heard patiently and it was assured that genuine issues would be taken up with the concerned authorities for appropriate redressal while keeping security requirements in view. The meeting concluded on a positive note, with residents assuring full cooperation to the Police and security forces in maintaining peace, security and harmony along the Zero Line and border areas of Balakote, the spokesperson said.
Government moving towards providing free online coaching under India's best teachers: PM Modi
Prime Minister Narendra Modi announced free online coaching for competitive exams. This initiative aims to reduce financial burdens on students' families. The government will oversee this coaching arrangement with top teachers. Education policy is being reshaped to include skills alongside degrees. Youth are urged to prioritize achieving a developed India by 2047.
Emami's BoroPlus expands into baby-care segment with FromMaa range
The launch comes as India's baby-care market, estimated at over Rs 40,000 crore, witnesses robust growth; the range will be available on e-commerce platforms
What students gain and lose as AI chatbots take over parts of university teaching
Universities are increasingly introducing artificial intelligence (AI) teaching tools into classrooms.
Saif Ali Khan opens up on Haiwaan's intense action scene: I had to lie down for two days
Saif Ali Khan is set to explore a different kind of action role in Haiwaan. The actor plays a visually impaired character in the upcoming film, but his character is still involved in a physically demanding fight sequence. Saif revealed that his character is trained in martial arts and faces a brutal situation before fighting back. In the scene, his character is tortured, kicked and slapped before eventually retaliating against those attacking him. The sequence was reportedly filmed without body doubles, CGI or extensive camera tricks, giving it a raw and realistic feel. Stunt choreographer Silva designed the action sequence, which involved broken glass and damaged furniture. Saif admitted that filming the scene was physically exhausting and that he needed to rest for two days after completing it. Speaking with Pinkvilla, Saif Ali Khan explained, It's a scene with a great build-up because the characters torture and bash up my character, kicking and slapping him. As an audience, you want him to retaliate, which he eventually does. I thought I was alright but I was exhausted because that is how intense the action scene was. It wasn't CGI or harness-backed action scenes; the fight scene is just raw. It was really lots of fun to perform. He further recalled the challenges involved in filming the sequence, saying, Silva really choreographed that fight, and there were no special effects added to it, there were no duplicates. There's very little fakery in these scenes. The room has broken glass everywhere. It was very raw and kind of violent, and it was utterly exhausting because after that I had to lie down for two days. Interestingly, the Haiwaan team did not conduct any separate workshops or special training sessions for the action sequences. Instead, Saif rehearsed the fight with Silva before filming. The actor recalled how the set was left with broken glass from photo frames and damaged cupboards after the sequence. While the cast managed to avoid major injuries, Saif noted that minor cuts and bruises were part of the demanding shoot. According to Saif, the action sequence works because it is closely connected to the story. His character is subjected to mistreatment, creating a situation where the audience is expected to root for him to fight back. He also credited Silva for choreographing and executing the sequence effectively. Haiwaan marks Saif Ali Khan's first collaboration with director Priyadarshan. The film also reunites Saif with Akshay Kumar after 18 years. Also Read : Saif Ali Khan joins Magnum by Safari as brand ambassador; luggage brand unveils new association
Man posing as PMO official among 2 held at Modi's event venue
A 24-year-old man, impersonating a PMO official, and his armed 'bodyguard' were detained at a high-security venue in Mumbai where Prime Minister Narendra Modi was scheduled to attend an event. The duo was intercepted due to suspicious behaviour, and a firearm was recovered from the bodyguard.
Volodymyr Zelenskyy says US envoys have 'very good' ideas to end Russia's war on Ukraine
Ukrainian President Zelenskyy welcomed constructive peace suggestions from US envoys, expressing his eagerness to converse with President Trump about defense strategies. Conversely, Russia claims it is on the brink of a military victory in Ukraine. After a short-lived weekend truce, both countries have resumed intense aerial bombardments, resulting in civilian casualties and serious infrastructure destruction in both Kyiv and Moscow.
JWST finds extreme star-forming galaxies masquerading as faint quasars
A new study finds that two early-universe objects thought to be faint quasars are actually extraordinarily luminous galaxies powered by bursts of star formation. James Webb Space Telescope observations of the galaxies, seen when the universe was less than a billion years old, reveal signatures of extremely massive stars, including some potentially more than 200 times the mass of the sun. The paper outlining this discovery was posted to the arXiv preprint server on Aug. 18.
What is the Anker 'smart display charger' and what does that screen even do?
Anker's new smart display plug-in wall chargers might be small, but they actually do a lot more than just tell you how fast they're charging your devices.
'Rumours of mobile jammers at Satya Niketan site false': Cops slam AAP's claims
'Some Powerful, Big Egos': Vaughan Points 'only Issue' In Pietersen's Selection As England Mentor
New Delhi: Former England captain Michael Vaughan reacted to former batter Kevin Pietersen taking on the role of England's white-ball mentor, but cautioned about the only issue he saw in the shock announcement. In a surprising move, Pietersen was named a 'specialist mentor' for the white-ball sides, which will see the South Africa-born work with the English team through to the World Cup in southern Africa. Vaughan believed that Pietersen would do a eally good job but cautioned about ego issues, given that the English coaching staff included some bigwigs. The one thing that I know from Kevin Pietersen and my time playing and captaining him, he was an ultra professional, a brilliant player, world class, Vaughan told BBC Radio 5. Hes done a bit of mentoring with Delhi in the IPL. Hes passionate about the game. The only issue I have is that there are some quite powerful, big egos within that coaching set-up. I dont see any other team in the world that has such a famous, if you like, coaching set-up. Baz McCullum, Kevin Pietersen, weve got Stephen Fleming in the Test team, you add into that Marcus Trescothick. There are some really big names. Im not saying its a bad thing, Im just interested to know the dynamic down the line. In terms of knowledge and what he can pass on to the players, I have absolutely no doubt that hell do a really good job, he added. Meanwhile, former England fast bowler James Anderson was also taken aback by the Pietersen appointment but felt he can provide the team with knowledge in big games. Im not saying its a bad thing, Im just interested to know the dynamic down the line. In terms of knowledge and what he can pass on to the players, I have absolutely no doubt that hell do a really good job, he added. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories As a player, he trained as hard as anyone, both fitness-wise and skills-wise, but he had that ability to go on the field and have that flair. He was a winner. He just wanted to win; he wanted to score big runs in big games. He loved the big occasion, and hopefully that can rub off on the guys who might not have experienced a World Cup before, he added. Article Source: IANS
'Naraz Fufa Ji Now Has Work': PM Modi Takes Veiled Swipe At Congress In Gujarat
Prime Minister Narendra Modi took a fresh swipe at the Congress, referring to the party as Naraaz Fufa during the NaMo for Viksit Bharat event in Vadodara, Gujarat.PM Modi said some people could never be happy with Indias progress while highlighting the development of the Dedicated Freight Corridor and its role in strengthening Indias logistics network.He also spoke about a double-stack freight train carrying cargo equivalent to more than 250 trucks and highlighted the benefits of reducing logistics costs, fuel consumption and pressure on road transport.
