The world's largest aircraft, the Antonov AN-225, has been destroyed during Russia's invasion of Ukraine, Ukrainian authorities said.
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Senin, 28 Februari 2022
"The birds and the bees." Meaning and origin of the phrase
The birds and the bees is a story parents tell their children to deflect the question "Where do babies come from?" The phrase refers to the talk about sex.
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What is engineering?
Engineering is the application of science and math to solve problems. Here we explore the different types of engineering.
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Pleistocene epoch: The last ice age
The Pleistocene epoch lasted from about 2.6 million to 11,700 years ago and included the last ice age, when glaciers and giant megafauna dominated the landscape.
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How did 'Molotov cocktails' get their name?
Molotov cocktails — improvised, handheld firebombs — are emblematic of civil unrest and revolution.
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Pterodactyl, pteranodon & other prehistoric predators
Flying reptiles ruled the skies for millions of years.
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Minggu, 27 Februari 2022
When a rogue rocket hits the moon March 4, NASA orbiter will hunt for its crater grave
The Lunar Reconnaissance Orbiter won't be in view during impact time, but may have a follow-up plan to identify the crater grave on the moon.
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11 of the most haunted places in the US
You don’t need to believe in ghosts to enjoy a ghost story.
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When a rogue rocket hits the moon March 4, NASA orbiter will hunt for its crater grave
The Lunar Reconnaissance Orbiter won't be in view during impact time, but may have a follow-up plan to identify the crater grave on the moon.
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China says moonbound rocket stage was not from 2014 lunar mission: Report
Chang'e-5 T1 'completely burned up' in Earth's atmosphere shortly after launch, officials said.
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Should we kill every mosquito on Earth?
Not every mosquito species carries viruses that are deadly to humans, so should we kill all or just some mosquitoes?
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Largest shock wave in the universe is '60 times larger than the Milky Way,' new study finds
Astronomers captured detailed images of the largest shock wave in the known universe, emitting from the merging galaxy cluster Abell 3667
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Jumat, 25 Februari 2022
Ukrainian scientists leave international climate report committee, amid safety fears
The Russian invasion of Ukraine has led top Ukrainian scientists to withdraw from final approvals of a landmark climate report.
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4th search for aliens near Milky Way's center comes up empty
A hunt for signs of extraterrestrial technology near the center of the Milky Way has found no evidence of alien civilization.
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NASA's Artemis 1 moon mission, 1st flight of new megarocket, won't launch until May
An April launch is no longer possible for Artemis 1, which will send an uncrewed Orion capsule around the moon using a huge Space Launch System megarocket.
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Ultraprecise atomic clock experiments confirm Einstein's predictions about time
With one of the world's most precise atomic clocks, physicists have observed time dilation, confirming Einstein's theory of relativity.
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Japan earthquake & tsunami of 2011: Facts and information
Facts and information about the March 11, 2011, earthquake and tsunami that struck Japan.
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Kamis, 24 Februari 2022
Do air purifiers help with dust?
Do air purifiers help with dust and are they worth it?
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What is cyber warfare?
Criminals spies, hackers and viruses: How the battles of the future will be fought across the internet
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Heavy fighting has broken out near Chernobyl power plant, Ukraine’s president says
An accidental strike on the region's sensitive nuclear storage facility could lead to radiation contamination across Europe
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Turn your tablet into a classroom with these Osmo Little Genius Starter Kit deals
Osmo’s clever tablet add-ons are ideal for little learners, and the iPad and Fire tablet options are on sale at Amazon.
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Was King John really the worst monarch in England's history?
Inside All About History 114: Was the maligned monarch really the monster history remembers.
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NATO: Organization, mission and members
NATO is an alliance of 30 member states, each with a pledge to protect other members if attacked.
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Can you use an electric toothbrush with braces?
Can you use an electric toothbrush with braces? We ask the experts how to maintain your daily dental routine with braces
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Scientists say planetary intelligence is real, but Earth doesn't qualify yet
A new study exploring planetary intelligence has revealed the key steps planets, including Earth, must take to become fully intelligent.
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Russian military could target satellites in Ukraine conflict, NRO chief warns: report
Commercial and government satellites could be targets of the Russian military as it seeks advantage in Ukraine, the head of the U.S. National Reconnaissance Office said.
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China rover spots strange glass spheres on far side of the moon
The spheres likely came from superheated silicate rock.
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Three weeks pregnant: what to expect
In the third week of pregnancy, there won't be any major outward changes in a woman's body, but some pregnancy symptoms may have started.
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Do you really need a colon cleanse?
A colon cleanse is all the rage among wellness buffs. But health experts say that they aren't helpful and can actually be dangerous.
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10 Most Unhealthy Foods to Eat
Processed foods like junk foods are everywhere. Excessive and unhealthy amounts of fats, salt and sugar, might give your health devastating effects.
We’ve listed below the 10 most unhealthy foods. These should be taken in moderation to avoid undesirable effects to your health.
1. Fried Desserts
You should avoid those deep-fried desserts especially those coated in batter and high in sugar and fats....
Rabu, 23 Februari 2022
Tonga underwater volcano eruption shattered two records
The eruption triggered nearly 590,000 lightning strikes.
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Ancient Egyptian cache of mummification supplies unearthed
Archaeologists have unearthed an ancient Egyptian cache of embalming supplies for mummification in Abusir.
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Save £160 with this Garmin Tacx Boost Indoor Bike Trainer deal
The cheapest price we’ve seen on this piece of tech that lets you ride your bike indoors.
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Mysterious new substance possibly discovered inside Earth's core
Scientists recreated core behavior using powerful computer simulations.
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What is the Ark of the Covenant?
The Ark of the Covenant is said to have magical powers and that it vanished 2,600 years ago, but according to some stories, it may not appear again until the end times.
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Selasa, 22 Februari 2022
Is mouthwash necessary?
Is mouthwash necessary and what is the best way to use it? We’ve asked experts to weigh in on the topic
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James Webb Space Telescope will study Milky Way's flaring supermassive black hole
The James Webb Space Telescope will study the weirdly flickering black hole at the heart of our galaxy, the Milky Way.
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Physicists get closer than ever to measuring the elusive neutrino
Scientists used a 200-ton "neutrino scale" to measure the elusive particles.
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Body after birth: 18 post-pregnancy changes to look out for
Pregnancy transforms the body, and some of these changes remain after birth.
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Why do you usually eat the same thing for breakfast?
Researchers found that people are more likely to seek variety for lunch and dinner, while eating the same thing for breakfast day after day.
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5,000-year-old chalk sculpture discovered in grave of three Neolithic children
The 5,000-year-old chalk sculpture was unearthed in a grave in Britain, positioned above the head of one of the children.
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Senin, 21 Februari 2022
SpaceX launches 46 Starlink satellites, lands Falcon 9 rocket for 100th time
SpaceX launched nearly four dozen satellites and landed the returning rocket Monday (Feb. 21).
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How many teeth do humans have?
Just how many teeth do humans have? We take a bite out of the science to help you digest the facts.
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Which teeth come in first?
Which teeth come in first? We look at what to expect when children are teething
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Underground Railroad secrets revealed with drones, lasers and radar
Archaeologists and historians have uncovered new clues about the Underground Railroad and the people who risked their lives to escape enslavers in 19th-century America.
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How did doctors perform surgery before modern anesthesia?
The history of anesthesia in surgery was grisly, painful and occasionally very dubious.
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Cosmonaut brains get 'rewired' in space, scientists find
Scientists show how cosmonaut brains adapt to space, almost becoming "rewired" during missions.
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Paramecium: Characteristics, biology and reproduction
Paramecia are single-celled protists that are naturally found in aquatic habitats.
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Inflation could hit your mental health as much as your wallet, psychologists say
High inflation rates will likely increase anxiety and stress, especially for those who live paycheck-to-paycheck.
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Minggu, 20 Februari 2022
Are there any giant animals humans haven't discovered yet?
It's hard to imagine we could miss creatures the size of elephants roaming the planet, but are there any giant animals humans haven't discovered?
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Jumat, 18 Februari 2022
Three galaxies are tearing each other apart in stunning new Hubble telescope image
A Hubble Space Telescope image shows a stunning triple galaxy merger in the constellation Cancer.
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Insulin resistance: Risk factor for heart disease and diabetes
Insulin resistance is a condition where the body's cells don't properly respond to the hormone insulin, which tells cells to take in blood sugar and use it for fuel.
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Record-breaking winds blast Europe in the worst storm in decades
Although the storm is severe, scientists caution against linking it with climate change.
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Metal detectorist finds medieval gold brooch with supernatural inscriptions
A medieval gold brooch unearthed in England contains religious and magical inscriptions in Latin and Hebrew.
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What is Faraday's law of induction?
Faraday’s law of induction describes how an electric current produces a magnetic field and, conversely, how a changing magnetic field generates an electric current in a conductor.
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Skull of 'armless' meat-eating dinosaur discovered
Researchers in Argentina have found the skull of a previously unknown abelisaurid dinosaur.
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Mount Etna is erupting and astronauts are watching it from space
The Sicilian volcano is 'smoking' and 'spitting lava,' one astronaut reports.
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Brown recluse spiders: Facts, bites & symptoms
Here's what to know about brown recluse spiders and how to avoid getting bitten by them.
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A third person has been cured of HIV, scientists report
She received stem cells from umbilical cord blood.
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Kamis, 17 Februari 2022
A newborn died of Lassa fever in the UK, two other family members ill
Three cases of Lassa fever were recently confirmed in the U.K., for the first time since 2009. One of the patients — a newborn — has died.
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Orcas: Facts about killer whales
Orcas, or killer whales, are the largest of the dolphin family.
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How to help your baby sleep better
Is your baby struggling to sleep? From feeding schedules to what creates the perfect sleeping environment, find out how to help your baby sleep better
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Stressed about 'cost of living crisis'? 10 simple ways to ease anxiety and depression
Many of the science-backed strategies to manage anxiety and depression are deceptively simple.
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Rabu, 16 Februari 2022
Apple Watch Series 7 review
In this hands-on review of the Apple Watch Series 7, we outline the wearable's pros and cons—and investigate the latest features.
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Creating 'universal' transplant organs: New study moves us one step closer.
The technique will soon be tested in a clinical trial.
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How to help your baby sleep better
Is your baby struggling to sleep? From feeding schedules to what creates the perfect sleeping environment, find out how to help your baby sleep better
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9 out of 10 ticks in this Pennsylvania park carried a potentially fatal neurological virus
Pennsylvania officials spotted a worrisome concentration of ticks carrying a severe tick-borne disease in a single park. Is this an anomaly or part of a larger trend?
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Does sleeping burn calories?
Does sleeping burn calories? Our team of sleep experts and nutritionists provides the answers
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Home workout deals: Save 33% on exercise bikes, treadmills, weights and more at Argos
Argos is a great place to grab a bargain on fitness equipment.
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Properties of Matter: Gases
Gases are a state of matter with no fixed shape or volume. They have a lower density than solids and liquids.
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Selasa, 15 Februari 2022
Rat snake facts
Rat snakes are medium-to-large, nonvenomous snakes that kill by constriction. Recent research has complicated the taxonomic classification of rat snakes.
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What is crude oil?
Here's the science behind how crude oil forms and how experts locate and extract it.
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'Killer' Cretaceous croc devoured a dinosaur as its last meal
About 95 million years ago, a massive crocodilian named Confractosuchus sauroktonos gulped down a young dinosaur. Scientists recently described the fossil croc, which had a partly-digested dinosaur in its belly.
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How to see February's Snow Moon this week
Here's how to catch February's Snow Moon.
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What are the largest impact craters on Earth?
What does it take for an asteroid to make a dent on Earth, and which known impact events have left the biggest craters?
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Senin, 14 Februari 2022
Monkeys: Facts about the largest group of primates
Monkeys are a large group of primates spread around the world with many unique families, species and types, from mini marmosets to massive mandrills.
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6 strangest hearts in the animal kingdom
Hearts have become iconic symbols of Valentine's Day, but when it comes to hearts in the real world, one size doesn't fit all — particularly in the animal kingdom.
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What are protists?
Protists are one of the six kingdoms of life. They are simple eukaryotic microorganisms that do not fall into the plant, animal, bacteria or fungus groups.
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7 theories on the origin of life
From lightning to space rocks, here are ideas for how the first life on Earth came to be.
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Ancient surgical implant or modern-day fake? Peru skull leaves mystery.
A cone-shaped skull with a possible metal implant could represent some of the earliest evidence from Peru of a surgical implant. Or it could be a modern-day fake.
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430-year-old ninja weapons possibly identified
Artifacts found in Japan may be ninja weapons, including several that look like they were the forerunners to the well-known throwing star.
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Pineapple: Nutrition facts and health benefits
Spiny on the outside, sweet on the inside, pineapples are one fantastic fruit.
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Mermaids & mermen: Facts & legends
Mermaids — legendary half-human, half marine creatures — have fascinated people for centuries and inspired many "sightings."
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Minggu, 13 Februari 2022
Here's what will happen when SpaceX rocket crashes into the moon
A SpaceX rocket is on a collision course with the moon. Here's what will happen after the lunar crash.
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Mysteries of Stephen Hawking's doodle-filled blackboard may finally be solved
A new museum exhibit hopes to uncover the secrets behind the doodles, in-jokes and coded messages on a blackboard that Stephen Hawking kept for more than 35 years.
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Why do cats and dogs rub their butts on the floor?
Here's why your cat or dog might be rubbing its butt on the floor.
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Sabtu, 12 Februari 2022
10 Most Bizarre Phobias
You might think that you already know weird phobias, but these lists of unusual phobias will surprise you and blow your mind.
1. Optophobia
If there is an award for most bothersome phobia, optophobia will definitely get this award. Optophobia is the fear of opening eyes. This simple act seems as easy as breathing for most people, yet this is a nightmare for people who have optophobia. Fortunately,...
Jumat, 11 Februari 2022
Fitbit Charge 5 review
We got hands-on with the Fitbit Charge 5, testing it features and accuracy.
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Garmin Fenix 7 Sapphire Solar review
In this hands-on review of the Garmin Fenix 7 Sapphire Solar watch, we break down the new features and test out the gadget's accuracy.
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1st images from NASA's James Webb Space Telescope just released
The team behind NASA's James Webb Space Telescope released some of the first images from the much-anticipated observatory on Friday (Feb. 11).
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NASA captures stunning, first of a kind images of Venus' surface
The stunning images show scorching hot continents, plains and plateaus
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1,500-year-old Roman 'flower pot' was actually a port-o-potty
The preserved eggs of a human intestinal parasite prove that a fifth century Roman pot was used as a toilet.
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How do solar panels work?
Solar panels convert sunlight into electricity, providing an alternative, renewable energy source
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Kamis, 10 Februari 2022
The 'weirdest wonder' of evolution had an even weirder cousin, new study finds
Scientists reexamined the fossil of a strange Cambrian sea creature and found that it is related to the 'weird wonder' Opabinia.
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'Invisible' earthquake caused mysterious 2021 tsunami, scientists find
Scientists argue that we need to build better monitoring systems to spot earthquakes of this type.
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Ebola can linger in brain fluid and trigger deadly relapse, monkey study suggests
Ebola can lurk in fluid-filled cavities in the brain.
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1.5 million-year-old fossil rewrites 'Out of Africa' theory
A new analysis of a 1.5 million-year-old human vertebra found in Israel suggests that ancient human relatives dispersed out of Africa in multiple waves.
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Achoo! Respiratory illness gave young 'Dolly' the dinosaur flu-like symptoms
Hacking coughs, uncontrollable sneezing, high fevers and pounding headaches can make anyone miserable — even a dinosaur.
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Massive methane leaks mapped from space
Using satellite data, scientists have mapped massive methane plumes caused by human activities around the world.
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Rabu, 09 Februari 2022
Fusion experiment smashes record for generating energy, takes us a step closer to a new source of power
The Joint European Torus fusion experiment in the U.K. has set a new record for generating energy.
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Wari leaders used hallucinogen to keep followers loyal 1,200 years ago, archaeologists say
Researchers found evidence of a psychoactive substance during excavations in the town of Quilcapampa in Peru.
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Geomagnetic storm sends 40 SpaceX satellites plummeting to Earth
The satellites were hit by the storm just one day after launch.
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Creepy, big-eyed cockroach discovered trapped in amber from 100 million years ago
This Cretaceous-era cockroach was active during the day and has eyes to prove it.
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Artificial snow at Winter Olympics stands out in striking satellite image
A new image from the Landsat 8 satellite shows the contrast of artificial snow against an otherwise snowless mountain at the Winter Olympics in China.
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Astronomers watched a dead planet smash into a dead star for first time ever
Scientists detected X-ray flashes coming from a white dwarf 45 light-years away, finally proving that dead stars gobble up dead planets.
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240 million-year-old 'crocodile beast' was one of the largest of its kind
A newly described archosaur that lived 240 million years ago in what is now Tanzania had "'powerful jaws and large knife-like teeth."
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Fight or flight: The sympathetic nervous system
The sympathetic nervous system activates the "fight-or-flight" response, quickly readying the body to handle dangerous or stressful situations.
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Selasa, 08 Februari 2022
Ancient trees form bloodlines that bolster forests for thousands of years
Ancient trees, some close to 1,000 years old, may have a big impact on the forests where they grow.
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How COVID-19 sent energy prices soaring in the UK
The COVID-19 pandemic is one of the primary reasons for the recent upward trajectory of gas prices. Here's how.
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3 paralyzed men can walk again after getting electrode implant
The device will now be tested in a large-scale trial.
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300-year-old Arctic sponges feast on the corpses of their decaying, extinct neighbors
Sponges that are hundreds of years old live and thrive atop layers of dead animals in the Arctic Ocean. They survive in the low-nutrient water by feeding off extinct creatures' remains, which bacteria help them to digest.
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Empirical evidence: A definition
Empirical evidence is information that is acquired by observation or experimentation and is used to prove or disprove a hypothesis.
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Senin, 07 Februari 2022
Mt. Everest's highest glacier lost 2,000 years worth of ice since the 1990s
The highest glacier on Mount Everest is losing ice at an alarming rate, new research finds.
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Pet hamsters sparked a coronavirus outbreak in Hong Kong
A pet shop worker was the first to be infected.
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What is the second law of thermodynamics?
The Second Law of Thermodynamics says, in simple terms, entropy always increases. This principle explains, for example, why you can't unscramble an egg.
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Rogue black hole spotted on its own for the first time
Astronomers may have for the first time detected and measured the mass of an isolated stellar-mass black hole, a new study finds.
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NASA asteroid detector 'looks up' to scan entire sky every 24 hours
The addition of two southern hemisphere telescopes will enable ATLAS to do full sky scans.
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Ice age mammoth, woolly rhino and hyena bones uncovered in English town
The remains are expected to be placed in a local museum.
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Mystery lineages of coronavirus are popping up in NYC sewage
A cluster of coronavirus lineages with unknown origins has popped up in the New York City sewers, raising questions about whether and how new variants are evolving.
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You can see the SpaceX Falcon 9 booster on a collision course with the moon in a live webcast today
A SpaceX Falcon 9 booster will crash into the moon on March 4, and you can track the rogue rocket during live webcasts on Feb. 7 and Feb.
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What happens when a plane makes an emergency landing?
Here's what pilots need to be prepared for in case they need to make an emergency landing.
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Minggu, 06 Februari 2022
What's the oldest mountain range in the world? (How about the youngest?)
Geologists have dated mountains all over the world, allowing them to discover some of the oldest and youngest ranges on the planet.
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Sabtu, 05 Februari 2022
Could the moon ever be pushed from orbit, like in 'Moonfall'?
What would it take to dislodge the moon from its orbit and send it on a collision course with Earth?
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Watch thousands of 'vinegar eels' swarm through a water droplet in amazing new video
The microscopic nematodes known as vinegar eels move together in a strange synchronized swimming routine, new research videos show.
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The deep seafloor is filled with entire branches of life yet to be discovered
The ocean floor is filled with undiscovered evolutionary lineages that help to regulate Earth's climate, a new global study of DNA in deep-ocean sediments finds.
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Rare Byzantine swords found in medieval stronghold
Experts have described two swords from the Byzantine Empire that have unusual designs.
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Jumat, 04 Februari 2022
Facts about donkeys
Donkeys, also called burros and asses, are found throughout the world. They look a lot like their cousins, but have long, floppy ears and tend to be stockier than horses or zebras.
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Man hallucinates and 'hears God' while on antibiotics. What happened?
A man who had never taken antibiotics before ended up with a case of mania after taking medication for bacterial pneumonia.
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Kamis, 03 Februari 2022
How to do a squat with resistance bands
Ever wondered how to do a squat with resistance bands? We talk to the experts
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Newfound variant of HIV progresses to AIDS faster and may be more transmissible
Standard treatments work equally well against the variant.
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Super sensitive to B.O.? Maybe blame your genes
Armpit B.O. smells stronger to those with certain gene variants.
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What are the effects of global warming?
Here's a look at the far-reaching consequences of global warming.
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Amazfit GTR 3 review
The Amazfit GTR 3 is a great value smartwatch that offers all the health and fitness tracking you need, without compromising on style or functionality.
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Mathematician cracks 150-year-old chess problem
The n-queens problem had stumped mathematicians for more than a century.
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Indian culture: Customs and traditions
India is one of the world's oldest and most diverse cultures. Here is an overview of Indian customs and traditions.
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Rabu, 02 Februari 2022
What is magnetism? Facts about magnetic fields and magnetic force
Magnetism is a force of nature produced by moving electric charges.
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What is thermodynamics?
Thermodynamics is the branch of physics that deals with the relationships between heat and other forms of energy.
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One nasal droplet's worth of coronavirus is enough to make you sick
Researchers infected volunteers with the coronavirus for a new study.
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Top 10 things that make humans special
Here are 10 things that make humans special when compared with the rest of the animal kingdom.
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What is biology?
Broadly speaking, biology is the study of life.
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This may be one of the oldest Buddhist temples ever discovered
An ancient temple dating from the early centuries of Buddhism has been unearthed in the Swat region of Pakistan.
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Killer whales spotted for the first time killing blue whales
Killer whales can hunt and kill blue whales, according to three documented episodes in Australia.
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Robotic sub will explore underside of Greenland's glaciers in a first
An upcoming submarine study of the underside of Greenland's glaciers will reveal how much melt these rivers of ice are likely to contribute to sea-level rise.
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Selasa, 01 Februari 2022
Lightning bolt breaks record for longest ever recorded
Storms in the U.S. and Uruguay set new records for longest lightning bolt and longest-duration lightning flash.
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Cat brains are shrinking, and it's all humans' fault
Researchers compared the skulls of domesticated house cats to the skulls of their closest wild ancestor, and found that cat brains are definitely shrinking.
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These 4 risk factors may increase your chance of long COVID, study hints
Several of these factors can be screened for in a patient's blood.
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What is the zeroth law of thermodynamics?
The zeroth law of thermodynamics states that if two bodies are each in thermal equilibrium with some third body, then they are also in equilibrium with each other.
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The first life on Earth depended on a deadly poisonous gas, study suggests
Toxic hydrogen cyanide gas, used in chemical weapons today, may have been involved in the early stages of life's evolution, a new study suggests.
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1,400-year-old remains of headless horse and rider discovered in Germany
The skeletal remains of a man buried 1,400 years ago near a headless horse have been discovered in Germany. But who was he?
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Inside All About Space issue 126: Complete guide to exoplanets
Inside the latest issue of All About Space is our complete guide to exoplanets where we peer into the most extreme alien worlds and hunt for Earth 2.0.
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6 simple machines: Making work easier
Humans have invented six devices that combine to make work easier. These six simple machines are the wheel and axle, the lever, the inclined plane, the pulley, the screw and the wedge.
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