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Research points to 'holes' in Darwin's theory of evolution
A new study shows that Darwinian evolution could have happened up to four times faster, based on analyzes of genetic variation.
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China finds uranium at 'unexpected' depths
China's nuclear authorities say their team has discovered rich uranium deposits at new depths, calling it a breakthrough for national security.
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Convention on weapons used in war
Humanity has gone through countless wars for thousands of years, on the battlefield even though the head is falling and bleeding, there are still certain conventions tha…
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Why can humans talk but apes can't?
Humans have a unique sequence of two amino acids in the FOXP2 gene located on chromosome 7. This gene FOXP2 regulates the development of brain structures important for v…
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Humans are inhaling a whole new class of substances in the air
Danish scientists have identified highly reactive compounds called organic hydrotrioxides, which can have unpredictable effects on humans.
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This little mouse could hold the key to a future medical revolution!
Few mammals have the ability to regenerate severed organs and heal other severe injuries without scarring, but a small African rodent can.
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A group of Chinese scholars proposed to destroy Elon Musk's Starlink
Chinese researchers have just proposed that the country needs to destroy billionaire Elon Musk's Starlink satellites.
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Build a factory to produce 13,700 tons of artificial meat per year
Good Meat Company will build a factory with 10 of the largest bioreactors in the world to grow meat, each with a capacity of 250,000 liters.
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Bold idea: Growing grapes in the driest desert in the world
In the heart of Chile's Atacama desert - the driest place in the world - Hector Espindola is doing an unexpected job, running a grape farm.
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Why do people see mountains in the distance blue?
Although purple light is the light with the shortest wavelength, blue light is the light that people see most when looking away from the mountains.
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The toughest course in the US military environment, where real-life 'Aquamans' are born
This is said to be the most difficult course of the US military, to practice the ability to dive and perform missions under high pressure.
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Successful synthesis of 'miracle materials' invented 60 years ago
For decades, scientists have been trying to synthesize a new allotrope of carbon, called graphyne, but they have not succeeded until now.
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Visit the world's first nuclear crypt, where 6,500 tons of radioactive waste will rest for 100,000 years
The foundation beneath Onkalo has been stable for at least the past 1 billion years. Geologists say the area won't experience any more earthquakes until the next ice age.
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What if it rained in every corner of the Earth at the same time for a year?
This theory has actually happened before on Earth, and in fact rain has been falling for over 1 million years.
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Are men or women more prone to jealousy?
Men are highly possessive, so it's easier to get jealous than women, or are women the ones who get jealous more? A new study has found the answer.