Survival secrets revealed: How Denisovans thrived on top of the world
Jul 4, 2024New research on Denisovans, an ancient human group, from Baishiya Karst Cave, China, has revealed their adaptability in the harsh Tibetan plateau environment for over 100,000 years. Led by Frido Welker, the study used protein signatures to identify animal bones, including a Denisovan rib. DNA sequences matched those from Siberia's Denisova Cave, suggesting a broader range across Asia. Ongoing excavations continue to uncover Denisovan life and interactions with their environment.
NASA's Hubble Space Telescope: Discovering the universe's wonders
Jul 4, 2024NASA's Hubble Space Telescope reveals distant galaxies, star lifecycles, HP Tau in Taurus, exoplanets, a triple-star system, protoplanetary disks, Hubble Ultra Deep Field, dark energy, black holes, gamma-ray bursts, and our nearly 14-billion-year-old universe, transforming cosmic understanding and captivating space enthusiasts.
World's 'oldest computer' followed lunar calendar to track astronomical events: Study
Jul 4, 2024The Antikythera mechanism, an ancient artifact that dates back to the second century BC, making it the world's "oldest computer", was discovered in pieces in a shipwreck in the Aegean Sea in 1901. It utilized gears and dials to track ancient astronomical events, such as solar eclipses and planetary movements.
Aliens or just balloons? Unveiling the mysteries behind UFOs
Jul 3, 2024Mexican journalist José Jaime Maussan's controversial mummy presentation and Nasa's Nelson's call for evidence ignited the UFO debate, contrasting with researcher Fierro's skepticism. The ongoing US UFO program controversy and lack of evidence in recent reports add fuel to the extraterrestrial speculation.
Why Earth has one moon: Unravelling the cosmic mystery
Jul 3, 2024Exploring Earth's unique Moon unveils secrets of planetary formation, cosmic collisions, and lunar science advancements, shedding light on Earth's solitary celestial companion.
International Asteroid day: What happened on June 30, 1908?
Jun 30, 2024International Asteroid Day, observed on June 30, commemorates the 1908 Tunguska event in Siberia, where an asteroid explosion flattened 830 square miles of forest. Established by the UN in 2016, this day raises awareness about asteroid impact threats and promotes planetary defense efforts. NASA’s Planetary Defense Coordination Office (PDCO) monitors Near-Earth Objects and develops mitigation technologies. The successful Double Asteroid Redirection Test (DART) mission demonstrated asteroid deflection, showcasing humanity’s ability to prevent potential future impacts.
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