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    Reham Atya

    Reham Atya

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    Reham Atya holds a Ph.D. in Physical Chemistry and is a scientific writer and translator dedicated to making complex science accessible. Her work has appeared in various scientific journals and cultural platforms like Aljazeera.net.

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    'Everything we found shattered our expectations': Archaeologists discover 1st astronomical observatory from ancient Egypt

    This first ancient Egyptian observatory discovered in modern times showcases advanced knowledge of astronomy and its profound link to the Egyptians' spiritual and ritualistic practices.

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      Two endangered female sharks found to be reproducing asexually in the absence of males in what appears to be a vital survival mechanism amid declining male populations.

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