Scientists from the University of Cambridge have provided perhaps the most convincing evidence yet that life beyond our planet could be a reality. While studying the atmosphere of exoplanet K2-18b, they have detected the presence of molecules that on Earth are created exclusively by the activities of simple organisms.
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How alligators are reviving the Florida Everglades
In the heart of Florida's Everglades, American alligators (Alligator mississippiensis) play a key role as "ecosystem engineers." Their ability to change the landscape has a fundamental impact on the biodiversity and health of this unique wetland environment.
Searching for Alien Technological Traces: The Dyson Sphere Hypothesis and a Recent Discovery
Astronomers have discovered seven stars that exhibit unusual infrared radiation that could indicate the presence of Dyson spheres—hypothetical megastructures that could be the work of advanced alien civilizations. The findings open up new possibilities in the search for extraterrestrial life and raise a number of exciting questions about whether we are truly alone in the universe. Read on to find out what next steps scientists plan to take to verify these amazing discoveries.
Secrets of the Winchcombe meteorite revealed by new analysis
A meteorite that landed in a sheep field was repeatedly broken and reassembled on its journey through space, according to scientists. The latest analysis of the Winchcombe meteorite suggests that water may have played a role in its violent odyssey.
First record of a spotless giraffe in the wild
Two incredible events have recently taken place on the African continent – the discovery of spotless giraffe calves. After reporting last month about a giraffe in an American zoo that was born without the characteristic spots, we are now witnessing another discovery of a spotless giraffe, this time in the wild.