German study finds 99% rise in insects after reduced mowing at 45 grassland sites
Underwater sound system kept grey seals away from swimmers at German beach
A tiny shift exposes a cold brown dwarf masquerading as an early galaxy
A faint red object spotted by the James Webb Space Telescope originally appeared to offer a possible glimpse of the universe
Portugals Corvo Island goes dark to save thousands of young seabirds
Using sentimental possessions makes them more meaningful, study finds
Consumers often protect their sentimentally valuable possessions by storing them away, which precludes them from being used. Across five studies, research from the University of Missouri-St. Louis and the University of Oregon shows that usage of sentimentally valuable objects increases their sentimental value.
Study reveals concerning trends in global mental health
A survey of 50,000 people across 92 countries finds global mental health may be languishing, including in the wealthiest countries, and especially among young people, who in previous generations had comparatively higher levels of mental health.
Queensland tests AI cameras trained to detect crocodiles in murky waterways
Prospect union secures access agreement with Google in latest big tech win
The union will be able to connect with Google workers and speak about the benefits of unionization
NCSC warns UK firms could face a torrent of AI-powered cyber attacks
Critical national infrastructure organizations need to take advantage of the help available, and invest a great deal more
OpenAI hires former US Army secretary for national security role
OpenAI has appointed former U.S. Army secretary Dan Driscoll to a newly created role focused on advancing the use of artificial intelligence in national security, the company said on Monday.
Phantom Blade Zero Sold 4 Million Copies In Just 3 Days
Phantom Blade Zero has sold 4 million copies within its first 72 hours, marking a major milestone for developer S-Game. The action game has quickly built a large player base, with its fast-paced combat and wuxia-inspired setting drawing attention across PC
More European supermarkets hit by suspected cyber attack
More than 40 stores have been affected across seven countries as experts warn thousands more internet-exposed systems remain vulnerable
What is memory poisoning and who is at risk?
Researchers are warning that AI is at risk from memory poisoning. How do attacks work, and how should firms respond to the threat?
New squid family named after Poseidon found in sperm whale's stomach
UK storm surges have far-flung, global climate connections
Where a storm surge strikes along a stretch of U.K. coastline is decided by global climate patterns in the Atlantic, Arctic and even further afield
Microbes at the end of the Earth: Antarctica
When we think about Antarctica, many people imagine penguins, seals and whales. However, the majority of Antarctica
Gas inside us could fight wound infections, moth study shows
A gas naturally produced by our own bodies could one day help treat skin and wound infections, potentially offering a new approach alongside conventional antibiotics.
Improved snow model captures Northeast
Mountain snow in the Northeast is different. The region
Telltale furrows: What the Baltic Sea seafloor reveals about bottom trawling
To what extent does bottom trawling impact the seafloor of the Baltic Sea
Stem cells in deep sleep may point to a secret reserve for lifelong blood renewal
Researchers at the German Cancer Research Center (DKFZ) and the HI-STEM Stem Cell Institute have discovered a group of particularly long-lived blood stem cells in mice. These cells remain in a dormant state for an exceptionally long time while retaining their ability to generate new blood cells. This newly discovered cell population may be responsible for sustaining blood regeneration and immune defense throughout a mouse
How competing reproductive needs shaped the evolution of liverworts
Liverworts reproduce through a life cycle involving two distinct stages. First, sperm fertilize eggs in the presence of water, producing embryos that develop into spore-producing structures called sporophytes. These structures then produce spores that can disperse and grow into new liverwort plants.
Arctic plant roots may play key role in climate change
A new review involving researchers at Ume
Canada can develop infrastructure and protect biodiversity
Nearly 200 countries recently came together in Armenia for the 2026 United Nations Biodiversity Conference to review progress toward halting and reversing biodiversity loss. Many of these governments will soon convene again in Turkey to discuss efforts to tackle climate change at COP31.
Why large dogs age faster than small ones, and other October research highlights
Plus invisible tattoos, medieval skeleton gets an ID, trapping a single antimatter particle, and more.
Deep-sea mussels trade tidal rhythms for a 24-hour cycle in the lab
Hydrothermal vents lie in perpetual darkness in the depths of the ocean, yet the cells of the vent mussel Bathymodiolus azoricus, which lives 1,700 meters (5,600 feet) below the surface, follow a 24-hour rhythm in the laboratory.
Impact of deep-sea mining on seafloor ecosystem still evident 44 years later
Little is known about the long-term effects of deep-sea mining on the organic matter that supports life on the seafloor. However, as interest in mining the deep sea for rare metals grows, there is concern that disturbing the seabed could affect the ecosystems of the deep ocean.
Magnetic nanocomposites could help shrink the components that power computer chips
When you think about making computer chips better, you probably think about transistors. My colleagues and I focused on a less visible part of the problem: the components that deliver power to those transistors. A chip needs more than electricity. It needs electricity supplied at the right voltage, with fluctuations kept under control. Making the hardware that does this smaller is an important challenge
A research team wanted to better understand how the forces between particles inside a material change. They discovered that by confining one-dimensional classical spin chains inside a mirror box cavity with light, they could force these magnetic particles to organize and undergo a phase transition. Their work provides the simplest exactly solvable examples showing that light can create new phase transitions with materials.
European flounder can complete whole life cycle in freshwater
Most flounders sampled in Lake Pulmanki in northern Finland had spent their entire lives in freshwater. The study provides the first evidence of the species living entirely in freshwater. The work is published in Evolution.
Industrialization reshapes gut microbes, from bacterial communities to their DNA, studies find
The totality of bacteria, viruses and fungi that exist in and on a multicellular organism forms its natural microbiome. The interactions between the body and these microorganisms significantly influence the host organism
Are we overfertilizing our fields? Researchers challenge conventional soil testing
A new study led by Dr. Shikma Zaarur of the Hebrew University of Jerusalem, in collaboration with Dr. Ran Erel of the Agricultural Research Organization
Molecular dinitrogen anions pave the way for low-temperature ammonia synthesis
While ammonia (NH
According to science, you may be more likely to gain respect and status by helping others
Human intelligence is still a bit of an enigma. Researchers have some ideas about why advanced intelligence evolved in humans, but they have not come to a conclusive answer. One prominent idea is that intelligence serves a social function. In their new study, a group of researchers led by Jonathan Egeland reports additional evidence supporting this idea. According to their research, published in the journal Evolution and Human Behavior, greater intelligence seems to garner more respect, but only when it
Day after quitting as Punjab MLAs, 3 AAP rebels come into BJP fold
Humanoid AI connects walking and object handling without demonstrations of complete task sequences
A humanoid AI system has been developed that learns jointly from separately collected locomotion and object-manipulation data to perform multiple stages of a task in sequence.
Reservoir, human activity impact Ravi River
What does a healthy river look like? For most of us, an obvious answer would involve two aspects: water flowing through a channel and green vegetation along its banks. However, in reality, a river
From wild to mild: Friendly foxes show changes in brain region
Scientists studying the neurology of tame foxes identified changes in a part of the brain that has previously been associated with aggression, according to a new paper that compared the brains of domesticated, aggressive and wild foxes. The changes occurred in an area at the base of the brain called the ventromedial hypothalamus, which is known to drive aggression, control decisions related to energy use and play an important role in maternal instincts and social behaviors in mice.
Govt listening to voices of concern in equity mkts: FM Nirmala Sitharaman
A large-capacity industrial chiller capable of providing cooling at temperatures of
Hyundai hydrogen car update: fuel-cell costs, how tighter rules could raise hybrid prices, and what it means for US drivers.
Ultrashort laser pulses can slice lab-grown diamond along useful crystal plane
More than just a precious gemstone for jewelry, diamond has properties that make it attractive for several next-generation, high-performance technologies. Its high thermal conductivity can help move heat away from semiconductor devices, while its wide bandgap is promising for high-power electronics. Moreover, its transparency in the visible light range makes diamond useful for demanding optical applications.
RNA-protein interactions could lead to new coronavirus drug targets
A study co-led by a University of California, Riverside, biomedical scientist has identified new targets for coronavirus antiviral drugs, including treatments that may be less vulnerable to the rapid evolution of these viruses.
Historical records reveal the bitter truth about 17th-century Transylvania
For roughly five centuries from about 1300, Europe experienced periods of unusually cold weather and extreme conditions collectively known as the Little Ice Age. Transylvania, a historical region in modern-day Romania, was also affected, but information about just how severe things were had been scattered in old town records, church logs, travelogs and administrative and monastic diaries.
Cricket-Nearly 8.4 million ticket requests received for India and Pakistan's 2027 World Cup clash
Nearly 8.4
Fighting accent bias is everyone
People who speak with an accent know it can lead to discrimination. It can cost them in job interviews, at work and in everyday exchanges. But what they usually have to go on is anecdote: their own experiences and those of people they know.
Stars make oxygen for small galaxies, but they lose most of it
Scientists examining data collected by NASA
Blood chemistry reveals why some animals bleed blue, green or purple
Whether it
Anthropic Ahead of IPO: $17 Billion in Revenue and a $23 Billion Loss in Q3 2026
Set Trending Topics as a preferred source on Google. Anthropic generated more revenue in a single quarter than in the entire first half of the year, []
Anthropic vor IPO: 17 Milliarden Dollar Umsatz und 23 Milliarden Dollar Verlust in Q3 2026
Trending Topics auf Google als bevorzugte Nachrichtenquelle festlegen. Anthropic hat in einem Quartal mehr Umsatz gemacht als im gesamten ersten Halbjahr, und trotzdem 23 Milliarden Dollar []
Qatari mediators travel to Tehran for talks on potential US-Iran deal, source says
Qatari mediators traveled to Tehran on Monday night for talks with Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi on a potential US-Iran deal, an official briefed on the talks said. Under discussion is a version of the draft US-Iran deal that has been under negot
Zero-sugar drinks hit the sweet spot as sales double for PepsiCo and Coca-Cola in Sept qtr
During the July-September 2026 quarter, consumer demand for zero-sugar and low-sugar beverages significantly increased across India. PepsiCo reported that sales of its low-sugar drinks doubled, while Coca-Cola also experienced similar gains. Higher sugar prices this year prompted many consumers to shift away from sugary drinks. Companies are prioritizing the production of low-sugar beverages to meet the rising market demand.
Web host Squarespace lays off 19% of its employees
The website builder said that the job losses are part of a broader restructuring of its organization.
A genome contains all of the DNA of every living organism, but its contents don
MP Liquor Death: Congress Leader's Confession Sparks Row
Rahul Jaiswal, detained in connection with a police officer's death during an illicit liquor crackdown in Madhya Pradesh, has reportedly admitted to Congress party association and managing a liquor shop. The incident involved SHO Dilip Puri being run over by a truck smuggling illicit liquor. Police have detained two others, Keram Singh Changod and Vijay Rao. The case has sparked a political war of words between Congress and BJP, with BJP alleging Congress involvement in the illegal trade.
SAD govt to reserve tender quota for Made in Punjab goods: Sukhbir
Most of our measures of a key cognitive process don
A big study with very little beyond negative results still gets published.
Delhi witnesses AQI spike ahead of Diwali; GRAP II kicks in
According to the air quality forecast provided by IMD/IITM, Delhi's overall air quality is likely to stay in the 'Very Poor' category in the coming days, the CAQM said, urging government agencies as well as citizens to take appropriate measures to address the air pollution menace.
Gujarat Artist Shaheena Gandhi Gifts Unique Agate Artwork to PM Modi
Vadodaras Shaheena Gandhi presents a stunning agate artwork to PM Modi, celebrating national unity and her artistic journey. Gujarat Artist Shaheena Gandhi Gifts Unique Agate Artwork to PM Modi
Cough, allergy, headache: AQI takes a toll across NCR
GDA to fine schools that flout 25% RTE quota rules
An international research team led by Curtin University has for the first time uncovered unequivocal evidence of fossilized red blood cells and amino acids of collagen, reshaping our understanding of fossil preservation and molecular longevity in deep time.
Martian polar crater ice shifts with seasonal frost
Mars shares many landforms and weather patterns with Earth, including changing seasons, volcanoes, canyons, dust storms, dust devils and water ice. Another feature that Earth and Mars share is polar ice caps. These are among each planet
Scientists build whole-Earth simulation to help find life on other planets
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Zombies have taken many forms in popular culture. In Michael Jackson
Study reveals how coral-associated bacteria help corals survive extreme heat
A new study from NYU Abu Dhabi has revealed how coral-associated bacteria help corals withstand extreme heat by producing steroid hormones that strengthen their immune response.
Supermarket freezers in several European countries hit by apparent cyberattacks
Supermarkets in Sweden, Belgium, Luxembourg, Ireland and Estonia were hit Monday by problems with freezers and fridges that apparently were caused by cyberattacks, forcing some to dispose of ruined food.
Apple robot backed by CEO John Ternus may have hefty price tag and limited uses.
Experiment supports theoretical foundation for potentially more error-resistant quantum computing
One approach to making information storage in quantum computing less prone to errors is known as topological quantum computing. It relies on special quantum states that are expected to be more resistant to local disturbances.
Czech court acquits and releases Chinese man accused of spying, news agency says
A Prague court ruled on
Govt, aided school heads warned against collecting fee for exams, question paper
A CRISPR gene boost reduces seizures and strengthens muscles in mice
Some genetic diseases leave cells without a crucial protein. One possible treatment is to persuade genes already inside those cells to work harder, but the necessary machinery can be difficult to deliver, especially when researchers want to target several genes at once. A new compact CRISPR system devised by Hainan Zhang of the Shanghai Institute of Materia Medica, Chinese Academy of Sciences, and colleagues fits those instructions into a single viral delivery package.
ED Takes AP Liquor Scam Accused Eshwar Into Two-Day Custody
Eshwar Kiran Kumar Reddy, a close associate of prime accused Kasireddy Rajasekhar Reddy, will be questioned over his alleged financial dealings.
Ian Bremmer On India-US Ties: 'Promise Of Strategic Partnership Has Been Squandered'
Ian Bremmer, Founder, Eurasia Group, says India has shown a willingness to stand up to Washington on trade and Russia policy, while arguing that recent US policy shifts have raised questions about the reliability and long-term direction of the India-US strategic partnership.
MP Carla Lockhart quits DUP in Drumcree row
Lockhart had called for the DUP to remove First Minister Michelle O'Neill from office.
Magnitude 3.1 Earthquake Hits Kishtwar in Jammu Kashmir
SRINAGAR: An earthquake of magnitude 3.1 struck Jammu and Kashmirs Kishtwar district late Monday evening, according to seismic data. The tremor was recorded at 10:56 pm (IST), at a depth of five kilometres below the earths surface. The epicentre was located in the Kishtwar region at latitude 33.292 North and longitude 75.893 East. There were []
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Bring aquatic action to your LEGO cityscape with this Police Boat Chase set down at $28
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Rs 310 cr loan case: NCLT brings Madhapur land into Butta Infra liquidation estate
KMC commissioner joins queue, orders more birth certificate counters
Hundreds of cops gather at PHQ, demand security at police stations, court complexes
Scientists have discovered that lysosomes, structures traditionally viewed as the cell
400,000-year-old fossilized termite nests named after Little Karoo town
University of Cape Town (UCT) researchers recently named a series of approximately 400,000-year-old fossilized underground nests of an extinct termite species after Calitzdorp, the Little Karoo town near which they were found. In October 2026, the research team returned to the town to donate a poster documenting their discovery to the Calitzdorp Museum, helping to connect local communities with the region
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IISc develops 3D-printed model to study how cancer drugs penetrate tumours
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MP: Govt official, two constables suspended over negligence in illegal liquor case
Digital Desk | Bhopal, Nov 2 (IANS) The Excise Department has suspended Assistant District Excise Officer Amar Singh Vaghel with immediate effect for alleged negligence in monitoring and inspection related to the illegal transportation of liquor in Khategaon, Dewas district of Madhya Pradesh. According to a press note, Vaghel, who was posted in the Timarni circle of Harda district, has been suspended following the prima facie discovery of lapses in the discharge of his duties and supervision. The Excise Commissioner has also suspended two constables Arun Kumre and Krishnapal Singh Dodiyar in connection with the same incident. In a related action, the Collector of Harda has suspended the licences of three liquor shops in Timarni operated by licensee Patendra Jaiswal. The shops are located on Sodalpur Road, in Rahatgaon and on Harda Road, the press note said. The suspensions come in the wake of a serious incident involving the illegal transportation of liquor in the Khategaon area of Dewas district. Officials said the action was taken after preliminary findings pointed to negligence in monitoring and inspection duties that allowed the illegal activity to take place. The Excise Department has emphasised that strict action will continue against any official found lacking in the performance of duties related to the prevention of illegal liquor trade. The suspensions of the Assistant District Excise Officer and the two constables have been ordered with immediate effect. Further investigation into the matter is underway. Authorities are examining the sequence of events and the extent of supervisory lapses that may have contributed to the incident. The suspension of the three liquor shop licences in Timarni is also part of the administrative response to the case. Officials stated that the department remains committed to curbing the illegal liquor trade and ensuring accountability at all levels. Additional action, if required, will be taken based on the ongoing inquiry.
A detailed environmental data analysis by Hindustan Times has revealed that a sharp surge in evening stubble burning across Punjab and Haryanaoccurring after daytime satellite passeswas the primary driver behind Delhis air quality plunging into the very poor category on Monday, November 2, 2026. While the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) recorded a 24-hour average [] The post Evening Stubble Burning Missed by NASA Satellite Drove Delhis Severe Air Quality Dip: HT Data Analysis appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
CubeSat achieves challenging laser link to ground
Despite the complexity of the operation, ERMIS-3, an 8U CubeSat developed by the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens, has established a link with an optical ground station, marking an important step in validating optical communications on small satellites. The demonstration, supported by the European Space Agency (ESA) and achieved using optical terminals developed by Lithuanian company Astrolight, happened only weeks after the satellite
