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China saves 2 doomed satellites with novel 'gravitational slingshot'

Matthew Williams published 28 April 25

Chinese engineers have rescued two satellites that were stuck in the wrong orbit using a novel 'gravitational slingshot' method.

An image of the Circinus West molecular cloud

Scientists spot 'dark nebula' being torn apart by rowdy infant stars

Brandon Specktor published 28 April 25

The National Science Foundation's Dark Energy Camera reveals a stunning glimpse into the 'dark nebula' known as the Circinus West molecular cloud, a region of space that's so dense with gas that light can't escape it.

A series of white military-style headstones are placed close to one another in the ground against a fence and bushes. A state historical marker is seen in the foreground.

Mass graves of Black Union soldiers slaughtered by Confederate guerrillas possibly identified in Kentucky

Kristina Killgrove published 28 April 25

Archaeologists have identified two potential mass graves of Black Union soldiers who were targeted by Confederate guerrillas in the Civil War.

a picture of the Cerro Uturuncu volcano

Mystery of Bolivian 'zombie' volcano finally solved

Jess Thomson published 28 April 25

Uturuncu, a dormant volcano in Bolivia, appeared to be getting ready to erupt following earthquakes and "sombrero" shaped deformation — scientists have now worked out what's going on beneath the surface.

A photo collage of hundreds of exoplanets

How many planets are in the universe?

Briley Lewis last updated 28 April 25

We currently know of more than 5,800 planets beyond the solar system, but we've only found the tiniest fraction of the exoplanets that astronomers think lie elsewhere in the universe.

A photograph of a researcher holding a crocodile in the Caribbean.

Two new crocodiles discovered in the Caribbean

Patrick Pester published 28 April 25

A crocodile DNA study has revealed two previously unknown Crocodylus species in the Caribbean. The crocodiles live on Cozumel and Banco Chinchorro, where they're threatened by human activities.

an animation of a T. rex running — What was the fastest dinosaur? Dinosaurs left behind clues about their maximum speeds, but do we know which dinosaur was the fastest?

a photo of a decorated drinking cup in the shape of a dog's head — Apulian rhyton: A 2,300-year-old Spartan-hound-shaped cup that was likely used at boozy bashes This dog-shaped vessel was likely used for pouring wine, oil or blood in ancient rituals in what is now Italy.

Abstract image of binary data emitted from AGI brain. — What is artificial superintelligence (ASI)? Our current AI systems may one day evolve into a superintelligent entity, but scientists aren't yet certain what this might look like and what the implications are.

Illustration of the earth and its oceans with different deep sea species that surround it, — The Mariana Trench is home to some weird deep sea fish, and they all have the same, unique mutations Deep-sea fish adapt to some of the most extreme conditions on Earth. New research analyzing their evolution finds the same mutation across fish species that have evolved on separate timelines — alongside human-made pollutants contaminating the deep sea.

A close-up view of a barred spiral galaxy. Two spiral arms reach horizontally away from the core in the centre, merging into a broad network of gas and dust which fills the image. This material glows brightest orange along the path of the arms, and is darker red across the rest of the galaxy. Through many gaps in the dust, countless tiny stars can be seen, most densely around the core. — Has the James Webb Space Telescope discovered a 'missing' supermassive black hole? (video) Using the James Webb Space Telescope, astronomers have discovered "smoking gun" evidence of a hidden feeding supermassive black hole in a distant spiral galaxy.

an image of the Eagle Nebula — Space photo of the week: Iconic 'Eagle Nebula' gets a major glow-up on Hubble's 35th anniversary One of the Hubble Space Telescope's most iconic images has been reprocessed using the latest techniques.

An illustration of a melting Earth with its ocean currents outlined — Atlantic ocean currents are weakening — and it could make the climate in some regions unrecognizable A warm blob of water in the North Atlantic is an ominous sign that a system of currents that regulate the planet's climate could be weakening.

Planet Earth

New technologies are helping to regrow Arctic sea ice

By Matilda Hay, Grist published 25 April 25

But should we use them?

Ghost forests are growing as sea levels rise

By Jude Coleman, Knowable Magazine published 25 April 25

As trees choked by saltwater die along low-lying coasts, marshes may move in — for better or worse, scientists are learning

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China uses 'gravitational slingshots' to save 2 satellites that were stuck in the wrong orbit for 123 days
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Scientists spot a 'dark nebula' being torn apart by rowdy infant stars — offering clues about our own solar system's past
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Mass graves of Black Union soldiers slaughtered by Confederate guerrillas possibly identified in Kentucky
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Mystery of Bolivian 'zombie' volcano finally solved
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Scientists discover 2 new species of crocodile hiding in plain sight

Space

an infrared view of a moon showing surface details through the haze of its atmosphere

There's liquid on Titan, Saturn's largest moon. But something's missing and scientists are confused

By Julian Dossett published 27 April 25

Scientists have long known that Saturn's largest moon, Titan, hosts rivers and seas of liquid methane. But it's strangely lacking in river deltas, a new study suggests.

a small orb circles a large burning orb while leaving a trail of fire in its wake

Astronomers discover doomed planet shedding a Mount Everest's worth of material every orbit, leaving behind a comet-like tail

By Victoria Corless published 26 April 25

Astronomers discovered a planet that orbits its star so closely that its surface is being scorched into magma and vaporizing into space.

archaeology

Mount Vesuvius behind the ruins of pompeii.

Pompeii quiz: How much do you know about the Roman town destroyed by Mount Vesuvius?

By Kristina Killgrove published 27 April 25

Is your knowledge of Pompeii strong enough to withstand our flow of questions?

5,000-year-old burial of elite woman with inlaid toucan's beak found in Peru

By Owen Jarus published 26 April 25

Archaeologists have found the remains of an elite woman who was buried with a variety of remarkable grave goods.

World of science

Health

Climate change is spoiling food faster, making hundreds of millions of people sick around the world

By Sanket Jain, Yale Climate Connections published 26 April 25

The World Health Organization estimates 600 million people a year already suffer from foodborne illnesses.

Viruses, Infections & Disease

a woman clutches her belly in pain

What are ovarian cysts?

By Jess Thomson published 26 April 25

Ovarian cysts are fluid-filled sacs that form on or inside the ovaries for a variety of reasons. Often, they disappear on their own, but sometimes, they can grow very large, burst or cause an ovary to twist.

Fertility, Pregnancy & Birth

A variety of running shoes are displayed in a shop under warm downlights

How are scientists making running shoes more sustainable, while still maintaining performance?

By Lou Mudge published 26 April 25

References Can running shoes ever be sustainable?

Animals

The fossilised hell ant.

'Hell ant' with scythe-like jaws may be oldest ant fossil ever discovered

By Jess Thomson published 24 April 25

Researchers have discovered a never-before-seen species of "hell ant" that lived 113 million years ago, making it the oldest ant fossil ever found.

Extinct species

A photograph of three baby western Santa Cruz Galápagos tortoises recently hatched at Philadelphia Zoo.

Zoo unveils babies of 100-year-old giant tortoise, 'Mommy'

By Patrick Pester published 24 April 25

Four adorable western Santa Cruz Galápagos tortoise babies are now on display at Philadelphia Zoo after their 100-year-old 'Mommy' reproduced for the first time.

Giant mosasaur discovered in Mississippi

By Patrick Pester published 24 April 25

Researchers may have discovered Mississippi's largest ever mosasaur after pulling a Cretaceous-aged fossil out of a riverbed south of Starkville.

Extinct species

Human Behavior

Lego Ideas Motorized Lighthouse

Best Lego sets for adults 2025: Science, nature & engineering sets for curious minds

By Kim Snaith last updated 13 March 25

From sets celebrating architecture and famous art to clever designs, these are the best Lego sets for adults.

Arts & Entertainment

Science at a crossroads: Dispatches from Friday's 'Stand Up for Science' rallies across the US

By Kristina Killgrove, Nicoletta Lanese published 8 March 25

Our science journalists reported on the Stand Up for Science rallies held in New York City and Raleigh, North Carolina.

What counts as a phobia?

By Stephanie Pappas published 4 March 25

Specific phobias are out-of-proportion fears to objects, animals or situations, and fortunately, they can be treated.

Physics & Mathematics

Mathematicians just solved a 125-year-old problem, uniting 3 theories in physics

By Jack Murtagh published 25 April 25

A breakthrough in Hilbert's sixth problem is a major step in grounding physics in math

Ghostly galaxy without dark matter baffles astronomers

By Sharmila Kuthunur published 25 April 25

Astronomers have stumbled upon yet another ghostly galaxy that appears to be devoid of dark matter, the elusive stuff that makes up most of the material universe.

Atomic structure, large collider, CERN concept.

'Beauty' particle discovered at world's largest atom smasher could unlock new physics

By Ben Turner published 19 April 25

Why matter dominates over antimatter in our universe has long been a major cosmic mystery to physicists. A new finding by the world's largest particle collider has revealed a clue.

Particle Physics

Chemistry

A cross-section of the new copper alloy, with the orange dots representing copper atoms, the yellow tantalum atoms, and the blue lithium atoms.

Scientists create ultra-tough copper alloy that is stronger than steel and can withstand temperatures of 1500 F

By Ben Turner published 23 April 25

The new super-strong copper alloy can be used to build better airplanes and spacecraft.

Plastic waste by the ocean

Scientists break down cheap plastic using the air — and turn it into something far more valuable

By Ben Turner published 22 March 25

Scientists developed a new method for breaking down one of the most common plastics to a byproduct that can be upcycled into more valuable materials.

Digital generated image of solar panel with purple -blue reflection.

Nanoparticle breakthrough could bring 'holy grail' of solar power within reach

By Ben Turner published 11 March 25

Digital generated image of solar panel with purple-blue reflection.

Technology

an illustration of a line of robots working on computers

AI can handle tasks twice as complex every few months

By Roland Moore-Colyer published 27 April 25

AIs can outperform humans easily on short tasks, but longer ones are the true hurdle to overcome before we can deem them to be truly intelligent systems.

Artificial Intelligence

An electric car being charged on a snowy winter day.

EVs could charge 500% faster in freezing weather after new discovery

By Ross Kelly published 24 April 25

New research shows how coating a battery with a razor-thin layer of lithium borate-carbonate can lead to a 500% boost in charging rates when temperatures fall below freezing.

Electric Vehicles

an abstract illustration with a futuristic cube in the middle and dots and lines of light around it

Scientists reveal the first operating system for quantum computers

By Peter Ray Allison published 23 April 25

QNodeOS is the world's first operating system designed for quantum computers and will enable connections between different types of quantum computers.

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