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Nasa kicks-off first-ever ISS medical evacuation: Four astronauts return early; mission cut short by over a month

2,000-year-old Roman wine recreated by scientists and the taste surprises everyone

New research reveals ancient Roman wine was more complex and flavorful than previously thought. Studies of large clay jars, called dolia, show they acted as complete production units, influencing fermentation and aging. This suggests Roman wines possessed spicy, nutty notes and a range of colors, indicating a sophisticated winemaking industry.

Earths crust is slowly sinking beneath central Turkey, and scientists know why

5,000-year-old whale bones and harpoons from Brazil reveal the earliest evidence of organised whaling

7 readiness reviews, high stakes: Isro had prepped hard for PSLVs Jan 12 return

6,000-year-old walkie-talkie: Scientists revive prehistoric shells used for long-distance communication

Spanish archaeologists have revived the sound of 6,000-year-old Neolithic shell horns, capable of producing powerful notes exceeding 100 decibels. Discovered across various sites, these instruments suggest a sophisticated long-distance communication system for early farming communities, used in settlements, caves, and mines. The findings challenge previous assumptions about prehistoric wind instruments, highlighting their practical, rather than purely ceremonial, function.

Pluto takes 248 years to go around the Sun and it will complete its orbit in 2178

Pluto, once considered the ninth planet, was reclassified as a dwarf planet in 2006 because it shares its orbital path with other objects. Despite its demotion, this distant world continues to fascinate with its icy surface, thin atmosphere, and unique orbit. NASA's New Horizons mission revealed a surprisingly active and dynamic Pluto, offering clues about the solar system's formation.

ISROs PSLV-C62 mission: 7 key facts you need to know about the Anvesha spy satellite

The Great Pacific Garbage Patch is becoming home to some aquatic species

Scientists have discovered that plastic waste in the Pacific Ocean is now home to marine life. Coastal animals are unexpectedly surviving and even reproducing on floating debris. This new community, formed on plastic rafts, is altering ocean ecosystems. The findings reveal the high seas are not as empty as previously believed, being reshaped by human waste.

Highest honour: Indian-origin scientist Shri Kulkarni wins Royal Astronomical Societys Gold Medal

Indian-origin astrophysicist Shri Kulkarni has received the Royal Astronomical Society's Gold Medal, its highest honour, for revolutionizing time-domain astronomy. His groundbreaking work, from discovering millisecond pulsars to developing advanced sky-scanning instruments like ZTF, has transformed our understanding of the universe's dynamic nature. This prestigious award recognizes his immense contributions to astrophysics.