A man in his 90s has been found guilty of a brutal crime that happened over half a century ago. Ryland Headley, now 92, was 34 when he attacked and killed Louisa Dunne, a 75-year-old woman, in her own home back in June 1967. This case is notable for being the longest-running cold case in the UK to e
Plants have a clever way of managing their DNA. They use special proteins called REM transcription factors and a helper protein named GDE1 to direct tiny RNA molecules to specific spots on the DNA. These RNA molecules act like guides, helping to add chemical tags called methyl groups to the DNA. Thi
People often think of genetics as just about DNA, but math plays a huge role too. Over the last few decades, new math ideas have helped scientists understand our genes better. These advances are not just cool; they are changing how we study genes, evolution, and even crime scenes. One big area is f
In Texas, being near a crime can be as dangerous as committing it. Ruben Gutierrez knows this well. He's been on death row for over two decades, convicted for a murder he admits he helped plan but insists he didn't commit. The state argues that his involvement in the robbery makes him equally respon
The courtroom drama continues as lawyers dive into the serious allegations against Sean Combs, better known as Diddy. The focus right now is on the kidnapping aspect tied to the racketeering charges. Two key witnesses, Cassie Ventura and Capricorn Clark, are at the center of this part of the case.
A mysterious skull, affectionately named the dragon man, has puzzled experts for ages. This ancient relic, dating back 146, 000 years, was first uncovered in Harbin, China, during the 1930s. For a long time, scientists believed it might represent a brand-new species of early humans. However, recent
The Dragon Man skull, a giant human-like cranium, was first unearthed in 1933 by a worker in Harbin City, China. The skull was later donated to science in 2018. This skull is massive, with a long, low braincase, a prominent brow ridge, a broad nose, and large eyes. It was initially classified as a n
Duck plague virus (DPV) is a serious threat to waterfowl, causing a deadly disease in ducks, geese, and other wild birds. This virus has a clever way of replicating inside its hosts. One key player in this process is a protein called pUL42. This protein is part of the virus's DNA polymerase, which i
Gastrointestinal stromal tumors, or GISTs, are a type of tumor that can grow in the digestive system. These tumors can occur in both dogs and humans. They are often linked to changes, or mutations, in a gene called KIT. Scientists took samples from 55 cases of canine GISTs. They looked for spec
The long-beaked echidna was thought to be gone forever. This creature had not been seen in over 60 years. It was assumed to be extinct. However, recent findings have proven otherwise. This species of egg-laying mammal has been confirmed to be alive and well. The discovery was made in the Cyclop
