Tag: Discovery
Revealing the Surprising Youth of Jupiter’s Great Red Spot
Jupiter's Great Red Spot is a well-known feature in our Solar System. It is a massive vortex of winds with speeds reaching up to 400 kilometers per hour, wider than Earth's diameter. The reddish...
Uncovering a Lost Civilization’s Alphabet on Social Media: A Fascinating Discovery
A fascinating discovery has been made in Spain, where a sequence of letters from an ancient alphabet was found on a slate slab unearthed at an archaeological site. This finding is closely related to...
Unveiling the Science of a Black Hole Awakening and Covid Avoidance: Weekly Podcast
Ian Sample and science correspondent Hannah Devlin delve into the latest science news in this week's podcast. They cover a range of topics, from a fascinating glimpse of a black hole awakening to a...
Neanderthal Child with Down Syndrome Rewrites Human Compassion History
The common belief that Neanderthals were unintelligent beings is being disproven by new research. Evidence suggests that they were skilled hunters, tool makers, and possibly even provided medical care. A recent study has shed...
Uncovering the Source of High-Energy Neutrinos: Latest Discoveries
Active supermassive black holes in the hearts of galaxies may be responsible for producing high-energy neutrinos, according to recent discoveries made by two independent teams using data from the IceCube neutrino observatory in Antarctica....
Unraveling the Mysteries of Science: A Guide to Understanding Quanta Magazine
The universe is a vast and complex place, filled with mysteries that scientists and philosophers alike have pondered for centuries. The success of mathematics in describing the universe has been a key factor in...
Ancient Swiss Bridge Collapse Uncovered Celtic Sacrifice Victims: Study Findings
A bridge collapse in Switzerland 2,000 years ago revealed a mysterious scene of human and animal remains entangled in the wreckage, sparking a debate among archaeologists. The discovery of 20 human skeletons, along with...
Preserving Exquisite Fossils: Trilobite Pompeii in Volcanic Ash
Trilobites, ancient arthropods that roamed the Earth hundreds of millions of years ago, have left behind a wealth of fossils that continue to intrigue scientists today. Despite centuries of study, certain aspects of trilobite...