Earth's spin is about to pick up speed, making some days shorter than usual. This change is due to the moon's position relative to Earth. On three specific days in the coming months, the moon's gravitational pull will cause Earth to rotate faster, making each day up to 1. 51 milliseconds shorter. N
A new space traveler has caught the attention of astronomers. This visitor, named 3I/ATLAS, is the third interstellar object ever spotted in our solar system. It was first seen on July 1, 2025, by a telescope in Chile. The object's unusual path quickly revealed it wasn't bound by our sun's gravity,
A huge comet, Bernardinelli-Bernstein, is making waves in the solar system. It's not just its size that's impressive—it's also acting in ways that surprise scientists. This comet, one of the largest ever found, is releasing jets of carbon monoxide gas, and it's doing this while still very far from t
In the rugged North Himalayan foothills, a special kind of cow has been quietly thriving. The Belahi cattle, a newly recognized breed, are not your average cows. They've been roaming and grazing freely, adapting to the tough conditions of the Shivalik range for generations. These cows are like the s
Plants are getting creative to survive droughts. As the world heats up, dry spells are becoming more common and harsher. Scientists are studying how plants handle these tough times. They're looking at how plants use their inner workings to stay alive when water is scarce. One big focus is on the pl
In the world of biofuel production, breaking down plant material is a big challenge. Scientists have been working on ways to make this process more efficient. One promising approach involves using enzymes from a heat-loving fungus called Rasamsonia emersonii. This fungus naturally produces enzymes
Scientists have been curious about how the shape of molecules influences their behavior. Specifically, they want to understand how changes in the length-to-width ratio of molecules can lead to the formation of different phases, known as mesophases. This is important because these phases have unique
The Milky Way, our cosmic home, has always been a source of fascination. Recently, scientists have been buzzing about a strange sign detected in our galaxy. This sign, known as PML, is not your typical neon light or a flashy billboard. Instead, it's a subtle hint hidden in the vast expanse of space.
Enkephalins are like the brain's own painkillers. They help with pain relief, reward, and dealing with stress. But tracking them in real-time has been tough because they appear and disappear quickly and are present in tiny amounts. Scientists have come up with a clever way to study these enkephalin
Medical tools can easily get infected by germs and mold. This is a big problem. Scientists have been working on special coatings to stop these infections. But, they often miss the mold part. Now, a new coating is here. It uses two special molecules: sulfobetaine and borneol. Together, they make a st
