Space science
The Solar System is far more complex than we think.
As the only highly intelligent life form in the Solar System, humans have existed on Earth for 5 million years.
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A 'second moon' made of gold appears in the heart of the Earth?
These massive structures, resembling two submerged continents rising from the Earth's core, have baffled scientists for years and may be ancient gold and platinum.
Space science
New speed limits for the most extreme collisions in the universe.
Researchers have identified a new speed limit for the most extreme collisions in the universe.
Space science
The Big Bang theory has collapsed; what will happen to the universe?
Renowned plasma physicist and astronomer Eric Lerner shocked the scientific community by claiming that the Big Bang never happened.
Space science
The Moon is gradually moving away from Earth: When will it disappear?
Scientists have calculated what will happen in the future, taking into account the fact that the Moon is moving further and further away from Earth, and is also causing…
Space science
The Mechazilla machine revealed: Mysterious technology helps SpaceX easily 'capture' rockets hovering in mid-air.
Starship's fifth test flight confirmed that Mechazilla is not just a new landing method, but also the key to unlocking a future of reusable rockets.
History
Barbary Slaves: Tragic Fates of White People
To this day, the West remains ashamed of its history of the African slave trade and abuse. From the 15th to the 19th centuries, they subjected 12.8 million Black people…
Biology
The flower is beautiful, but when it withers, it transforms into a terrifying skull.
Those vibrant flowers are beautiful only when they are fresh, but once they wither, their appearance becomes somewhat frightening...
Biology
Loài cây ra toàn trái độc nhưng thân lại là 'mỏ vàng' trị giá bạc triệu, người Việt mua về để cầu tài lộc
Giống cây này còn chia làm cây đực và cây cái, chỉ cây cái mới có thể ra quả.
Biology
Orchid praying mantis - a ruthless killer in a beautiful guise.
Just like a beautiful flower, including the effect of its petals fluttering in the wind, the orchid mantis is truly a killer.
Biology
The world's oldest tree is about to be officially recognized.
A giant tree that has survived for thousands of years in a forest in southern Chile is about to be recognized as the world's oldest tree.
Animal world
Giant pigeons unexpectedly reappear after 140 years of 'disappearance'.
An expedition to Papua New Guinea has captured the first photos and videos of the black-necked pigeon in 140 years.
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Why can a small tugboat pull a ship 1,000 times larger?
The powerful propulsion system combined with the submerged hull design allows the tug to move giant ships.
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Why does the clear case turn yellow after a period of use?
Clear cases for tech devices often turn yellow after a long period of use.
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Scientists determine when humans should leave Earth as the atmosphere runs out of oxygen
At that time, humans and most other life forms that depend on oxygen for survival have almost no chance of survival on Earth.