Space science
Habitable planet appeared next to Earth, but met with disaster
Scientists have found a possible explanation for how a mass extinction occurred on a planet that NASA, ESA and many other space agencies believe must have life.
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Space science
NASA opens the lid of the asteroid sample box that was stuck for months
Two jammed locks that prevented NASA from retrieving priceless asteroid samples have finally opened after a months-long process.
Space science
Two Saturn moons crashed into each other and broke apart, creating a mystery?
One of the most puzzling structures in the Solar System may have been created by a collision of two icy moons orbiting Saturn.
Space science
NASA begins opening extraterrestrial capsule, risk of strange bacteria entering?
Scientists were thrilled when they opened the asteroid sample container of the OSIRIS-REx probe.
History
Decoding the origin of mangosteen - the fruit that is causing a stir on social networks because of its unique salad dish
Recently, mangosteen chicken salad has become a phenomenon, 'stirring up' the online community, making many people curious about the origin of mangosteen, known as the '…
Animal world
How does a sheep deal with its wool if it is not sheared by humans?
If humans didn't shear their sheep, how would they manage their own wool?
Animal world
The truth behind the mysterious ape that can hunt and eat lions in Africa
There are rumors that in Africa there is a mysterious ape species also known as the Bili ape, they are giant in size, extremely ferocious, and can hunt and eat lions.
Animal world
The largest animals that lived in the desert, still exist today
Deserts are extremely dry and are one of the harshest habitats on the planet.
Animal world
Besides humans, what animal has basically no natural enemies?
Life on Earth has a history of development and evolution of 3.8 billion years. On Earth, there are millions of species, without exception, all species are in large food…
Animal world
The animal with the 'world champion' bite, 117 times stronger than humans: No one can hunt them!
To hunt large prey, the jaws of this animal evolved over time to have a powerful bite.
Animal world
The mystery of the tiny animal that can live up to 100 years old, eating no more than 10 times
This little creature can live up to 100 years without eating too many times. What's the secret?
Animal world
In some cases, this is the animal that can kill lions in the wild.
Lions and tigers are always considered the kings of beasts, however in the wild there are still animals that can take the lives of lions.
Discover science
Why can submarines dive and surface?
Have you ever wondered why submarines can dive and surface at will despite weighing tens of thousands of tons?
Discover science
Explaining why human ancestors used to eat each other before evolving into what we are today
Is it true that in ancient times, people ate other people's flesh to avoid harm?
Discover science
Why are national flags rarely purple?
Although each country's flag has different colors and shapes, you will hardly find any place that uses purple flags.