Weird ‘harmless’ microbes may play a pivotal role in colorectal cancer
Single-celled organisms called archaea aren't generally thought to cause human disease, but one species has been implicated in colorectal cancer
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SpaceX is launching Blue Ghost and Resilience landers to the moon
Two companies, Firefly Aerospace and ispace, are aiming to make the second and third successful private landings on the moon…
Ancient plant artefact reveals humanity’s epic journey to Australia
We know that modern humans took one of two routes to first reach Australia, and now an ancient chunk of…
Largest volcanic eruption in recorded history happened 7300 years ago
The Kikai-Akahoya eruption of an underwater volcano off the coast of Japan ejected enough material to fill Lake Tahoe twice,…
6 things to look out for during the total solar eclipse
A total solar eclipse is a unique experience. From shadow bands to the sun’s majestic corona and pinkish prominences, here’s…
Biden executive order: How the US is trying to tame AI
US president Joe Biden has announced an executive order that establishes ambitious guidelines on safety and security for artificial intelligence,…
Gene therapy delivered into the brain could treat alcohol misuse
Rhesus monkeys that drank the equivalent of several units of alcohol a day when it was offered to them reduced…
Your body wash may make you more attractive to mosquitoes
Better understanding the ingredients in personal care products that ward off the insects may lead to more effective mosquito repellents
Pneumatic computer uses pressure instead of electricity
A computer chip made of glass and silicone holds liquids that move from one side of the chip to the…
Flash floods sweep through vital sanctuary for Australian animals
Wildlife carers fostering some of Australia’s most precious animals have had to rescue them one by one from rising waters…