Space science
Shocking discovery about the Earth's 'tail'
Not only does Earth have an extremely long tail where the Sun cannot shine, it also uses it to transform another celestial body.
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New map of dark matter strengthens Einstein's general theory of relativity
Dark matter is difficult to detect, but is slowly becoming clear with human evidence.
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Chilling discovery of cosmic object that almost brought the Earth to 'apocalypse'
Many other planets 160 light years away are not as lucky as Earth, being hit by similar objects.
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Why are 76% of rich people introverts?
According to scientific research, introverts are more likely to achieve great things.
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Why does veganism still increase cholesterol?
Experts say the calorie difference between a vegan diet and a meat-based keto diet can increase bad cholesterol.
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Why do pilots and flight attendants always wear different seat belts than passengers?
Many people may not know that flight crew members use a different seat belt system than passengers.
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Why does the bottom of a soft drink bottle have a 5-petal flower shape?
The 5-petal flower design of the bottom of the soft drink and carbonated water bottle helps disperse pressure, increase stiffness, and support the bottle to stand firmly.
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Why can desert cats eat poisonous snakes without getting poisoned?
In the vast desert there is a mysterious creature that arouses much curiosity. It has a slender body and agile limbs, and is endowed with perfect intelligence to blend i…
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Vietnam's cliff-side Buddha statue: Why surpass Leshan Giant Buddha to break the world record?
When this Shakyamuni Buddha statue is completed, this will be
Oceanography
Scientists puzzled by mysterious 'golden egg' found at the bottom of the deep sea, unclear what this object is
According to researchers, in the context that two-thirds of life forms in the deep oceans are not fully understood by humans, this latest discovery could mark an excitin…
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NASA selects partners to explore Saturn's moon Titan
NASA has announced a $256.6 million contract with SpaceX, giving the company the responsibility of launching its Dragonfly propeller lander to Titan, Saturn's largest mo…
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Did humanity just witness its first space battle?
Earlier this week, Israel's Arrow 2 missile system reportedly intercepted and destroyed a ballistic missile on a trajectory outside the Earth's atmosphere.
Biology
The animal is the size of a grain of sand but is ranked stronger than an elephant.
Many people still think that big animals are brave. However, scientists have announced that the small insect below tops the list of the world's strongest species.
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Which planet is the largest in the Solar System?
It is the fifth planet from the Sun and the oldest of the planets.