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The James Webb Space Telescope has spotted the oldest black hole in the universe that was born only a second after the Big Bang. Black holes typically form after the death of a star, but in this case, the black hole defies all explanation, as at this time, no stars and galaxies existed. For decades, astronomers have talked about primordial black holes that have only existed on paper till now. These hypothetical primordial black holes were born immediately after the universe was formed. There was no supernova since 13.8 billion years ago there were no stars as the universe was still in its nascent stage. They are extremely dense pockets of subatomic matter that could be the size of a billion times of mass of the sun, a planet, or simply an atom. No one knows for sure since they have never been observed. Previously, the JWST has seen unexpected very large early galaxies, which some scientists think can only be explained due to the existence of primordial black holes.Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/trending/interstellar-object-3i-atlas-grows-visible-tail-in-live-gemini-images-1757049928075">Interstellar object 3I/ATLAS grows visible tail in live Gemini images. So, it's a comet?</a>&nbsp; The latest findings, published in a new study that is yet to be peer reviewed, have once again brought to the fore these cosmic structures. This could be yet best proof yet or primordial black holes. Study coauthor Roberto Maiolino, a cosmologist at the University of Cambridge, told The Guardian, "This black hole is nearly naked," adding that it was formed without any galaxy. The black holes discovered by the team is nothing but a "little red dot" dubbed QSO1. JWST first saw several such red dots when it started operations over four years ago. They were calculated to have been born one billion years after the Big Bang. However, there has been contention over what these red dots are. Astronomers have believed that these are extremely compact galaxies and extremely bright since they are visible this far. Or, they think the dots could be active supermassive black holes feeding.Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/science/nasa-s-james-webb-telescope-discovers-tiny-new-moon-orbiting-uranus-1757150537547">NASA’s James Webb Telescope discovers tiny new moon orbiting Uranus</a>&nbsp;<h2>Black hole could be 50 million times heavier than the Sun</h2>But the authors of the new study state that there are no galaxies in that corner of the universe. They used gravitational lensing to spot the speed at which matter is moving around it. The process involves using the gravity of an object in the foreground as a magnifying glass. This helped them deduce that this black hole is likely the mass of 50 million suns. It also contains twice as much mass as its surroundings. "This is in stark contrast with what we observe in our local universe, where the black holes at the centre of galaxies [like the Milky Way] are about a thousand times less massive than their host galaxy," Maiolino told the Guardian. The proof cited for the lack of stars in this region is the lack of heavier elements in the surrounding region. Maiolino wrote in another paper that only hydrogen and helium exist around the black hole, the first elements to have emerged after the Big Bang. The heavier elements were only formed when stars died. He says, this suggests 'that the black hole resides in lonely, starless territory."

The oldest black hole in the universe is as old as the universe itself. Scientists say it was born without a supernova right after the Big Bang. But, is it possible for black holes to form without a dying star? Such black holes have been theorised to be primordial black holes.

The James Webb Space Telescope has spotted the oldest black hole in the universe that was born only a second after the Big Bang. Black holes typically form after the death of a star, but in this case, the black hole defies all explanation, as at this time, no stars and galaxies existed. For decades, astronomers have talked about primordial black holes that have only existed on paper till now. These hypothetical primordial black holes were born immediately after the universe was formed. There was no supernova since 13.8 billion years ago there were no stars as the universe was still in its nascent stage. They are extremely dense pockets of subatomic matter that could be the size of a billion times of mass of the sun, a planet, or simply an atom. No one knows for sure since they have never been observed. Previously, the JWST has seen unexpected very large early galaxies, which some scientists think can only be explained due to the existence of primordial black holes. Also Read: Interstellar object 3I/ATLAS grows visible tail in live Gemini images. So, it's a comet? The latest findings, published in a new study that is yet to be peer reviewed, have once again brought to the fore these cosmic structures. This could be yet best proof yet or primordial black holes. Study coauthor Roberto Maiolino, a cosmologist at the University of Cambridge, told The Guardian, "This black hole is nearly naked," adding that it was formed without any galaxy. The black holes discovered by the team is nothing but a "little red dot" dubbed QSO1. JWST first saw several such red dots when it started operations over four years ago. They were calculated to have been born one billion years after the Big Bang. However, there has been contention over what these red dots are. Astronomers have believed that these are extremely compact galaxies and extremely bright since they are visible this far. Or, they think the dots could be active supermassive black holes feeding. Also Read: NASA’s James Webb Telescope discovers tiny new moon orbiting Uranus Black hole could be 50 million times heavier than the Sun But the authors of the new study state that there are no galaxies in that corner of the universe. They used gravitational lensing to spot the speed at which matter is moving around it. The process involves using the gravity of an object in the foreground as a magnifying glass. This helped them deduce that this black hole is likely the mass of 50 million suns. It also contains twice as much mass as its surroundings. "This is in stark contrast with what we observe in our local universe, where the black holes at the centre of galaxies [like the Milky Way] are about a thousand times less massive than their host galaxy," Maiolino told the Guardian. The proof cited for the lack of stars in this region is the lack of heavier elements in the surrounding region. Maiolino wrote in another paper that only hydrogen and helium exist around the black hole, the first elements to have emerged after the Big Bang. The heavier elements were only formed when stars died. He says, this suggests 'that the black hole resides in lonely, starless territory."

The oldest black hole in the universe is as old as the universe itself. Scientists say it was born without a supernova right after the Big Bang. But, is it possible for black holes to form without a dying star? Such black holes have been theorised to be primordial black holes.

Oldest black hole can fit 50 million suns and was born with the Big Bang — 'Lonely and naked'

In what could turn out to be a boon for cancer patients, A mRNA-based vaccine has been developed that has demonstrated 100% efficacy and safety in clinical trials. The Enteromix vaccine in its clinical trials helped patients with large tumours by reducing their size and destroying the cancer.&nbsp;According to Russia Today (RT) the vaccine is now only awaiting a final approval from the Ministry of Health for its rollout.&nbsp;All about the vaccine development&nbsp;Developed by Russia, Enteromix is the first cancer vaccine based on the same mRNA technology platform successfully deployed in COVID-19 vaccines. The vaccine, a next-generation immunotherapy solution is designed to specifically target and eliminate cancer cells with precision - giving new hope to millions of cancer patients globally.&nbsp;Enteromix is a intramuscular injection and has already entered early clinical use at several oncology centers in Russia.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/lifestyle/gordon-ramsay-reveals-he-has-skin-cancer-urges-everyone-to-use-sunscreen-1756717408593">Gordon Ramsay reveals he has skin cancer, urges everyone to use sunscreen</a>&nbsp;Notably, the vaccine is a tailored approach to cancer therapy unlike the traditional approach of chemotherapy or radiation, as it is personalised for each patient.&nbsp;Another important aspect of the vaccine is that it did not report any serious side effects during trial on patients.&nbsp;The Russian Ministry of Health’s National Medical Research Radiological Centre in collaboration with the Engelhardt Institute of Molecular Biology (EIMB) of the Russian Academy of Sciences (RAS) has developed the drug.&nbsp;Who can benefit from Enteromix ?&nbsp;Patients with lung, breast, colorectal, or pancreatic cancers can also benefit from it. High-risk patients with hereditary cancer syndromes (e.g., BRCA1/2) and those with chemotherapy-resistant cancers can take the vaccine.&nbsp;Immunocompromised patients unable to tolerate traditional therapies are other group of people who can look towards the vaccine for treatment.&nbsp;After successful trial the vaccine now only awaits regulatory clearance from the Russian government.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;

The cancer vaccine, Enteromix is the first cancer vaccine based on the same mRNA technology platform successfully deployed in COVID-19 vaccines.

In what could turn out to be a boon for cancer patients, A mRNA-based vaccine has been developed that has demonstrated 100% efficacy and safety in clinical trials. The Enteromix vaccine in its clinical trials helped patients with large tumours by reducing their size and destroying the cancer. According to Russia Today (RT) the vaccine is now only awaiting a final approval from the Ministry of Health for its rollout. All about the vaccine development Developed by Russia, Enteromix is the first cancer vaccine based on the same mRNA technology platform successfully deployed in COVID-19 vaccines. The vaccine, a next-generation immunotherapy solution is designed to specifically target and eliminate cancer cells with precision - giving new hope to millions of cancer patients globally. Enteromix is a intramuscular injection and has already entered early clinical use at several oncology centers in Russia. Also Read: Gordon Ramsay reveals he has skin cancer, urges everyone to use sunscreen Notably, the vaccine is a tailored approach to cancer therapy unlike the traditional approach of chemotherapy or radiation, as it is personalised for each patient. Another important aspect of the vaccine is that it did not report any serious side effects during trial on patients. The Russian Ministry of Health’s National Medical Research Radiological Centre in collaboration with the Engelhardt Institute of Molecular Biology (EIMB) of the Russian Academy of Sciences (RAS) has developed the drug. Who can benefit from Enteromix ? Patients with lung, breast, colorectal, or pancreatic cancers can also benefit from it. High-risk patients with hereditary cancer syndromes (e.g., BRCA1/2) and those with chemotherapy-resistant cancers can take the vaccine. Immunocompromised patients unable to tolerate traditional therapies are other group of people who can look towards the vaccine for treatment. After successful trial the vaccine now only awaits regulatory clearance from the Russian government.

The cancer vaccine, Enteromix is the first cancer vaccine based on the same mRNA technology platform successfully deployed in COVID-19 vaccines.

Cancer immunotherapy breakthrough: Russian vaccine Enteromix demonstrates 100 per cent efficacy in trials, ready for rollout

September sky events 2025: Skygazers have plenty to look forward to in September. There is the 82-minute Blood Moon, which will be red in colour, several conjunctions, oppositions and also the String of Pearls events. 

September sky Blood Moon: Skygazers have plenty to look forward to in September. There is the 82-minute Blood Moon, which will be red in colour, several conjunctions, oppositions and also the String of Pearls events.&nbsp;

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Blood Moon tonight: The Moon will turn dark red on the night of September 7. This occurs due to a phenomenon known as Rayleigh scattering. It will occur as the last total lunar eclipse of 2025 takes place. Where will the Blood moon be visible?

Blood Moon tonight: The Moon will turn dark red on the night of September 7. This occurs due to a phenomenon known as Rayleigh scattering. It will occur as the last total lunar eclipse of 2025 takes place. Where will the Blood moon be visible?

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Researchers at the University of Bath have developed a simple brainwave test that could detect Alzheimer’s disease years before symptoms appear. The test takes just three minutes and requires no invasive procedures or complex equipment.&nbsp;According to the university’s study, published in Alzheimer’s Research &amp; Therapy, the method works by measuring a person’s brain activity while they watch a series of flashing images on a screen. This process records how the brain responds to visual information and can highlight early signs of the disease.&nbsp;Dr George Stothart, the lead researcher, said this could bring “peace of mind” to millions of families by allowing early diagnosis and treatment planning.<h2>How the Test Works</h2>Alzheimer’s disease often develops slowly, with changes in the brain starting 10 to 15 years before memory loss and confusion appear.&nbsp;In this new approach, electrodes placed on the scalp capture electrical signals from the brain. People taking the test simply sit back and focus on a screen while the data is recorded.&nbsp;Researchers explained that people with early Alzheimer’s show subtle differences in their brainwave patterns. The test can detect these differences without requiring participants to answer questions or perform tasks, making it ideal for older adults or those already showing mild symptoms.&nbsp;<h2>Why Early Detection Matters</h2>Early diagnosis is crucial for managing Alzheimer’s, a disease that affects over 55 million people worldwide, according to the World Health Organization (WHO).&nbsp;If identified early, patients can begin medication, make lifestyle changes, and plan for future care. Families also benefit by understanding what to expect and seeking support sooner.&nbsp;Dr Stothart added that this passive test is simple and affordable, meaning it could one day be part of routine health checks. More trials are planned to confirm its accuracy and determine how it can be rolled out in hospitals and clinics.&nbsp;<h2>A Step Forward in Alzheimer’s Research</h2>While there is currently no cure for Alzheimer’s, breakthroughs like this give hope that better care and treatments are possible.&nbsp;The University of Bath team believes that combining this brainwave test with other screening tools could transform how doctors diagnose and treat the condition worldwide.

A simple three‑minute brainwave test, called Fastball, may flag early memory decline linked to alzheimer’s years before symptoms appear. It works in homes using eeg while viewing flashing images. Read on to see how this breakthrough could change early detection.

Researchers at the University of Bath have developed a simple brainwave test that could detect Alzheimer’s disease years before symptoms appear. The test takes just three minutes and requires no invasive procedures or complex equipment. According to the university’s study, published in Alzheimer’s Research & Therapy, the method works by measuring a person’s brain activity while they watch a series of flashing images on a screen. This process records how the brain responds to visual information and can highlight early signs of the disease. Dr George Stothart, the lead researcher, said this could bring “peace of mind” to millions of families by allowing early diagnosis and treatment planning. How the Test Works Alzheimer’s disease often develops slowly, with changes in the brain starting 10 to 15 years before memory loss and confusion appear. In this new approach, electrodes placed on the scalp capture electrical signals from the brain. People taking the test simply sit back and focus on a screen while the data is recorded. Researchers explained that people with early Alzheimer’s show subtle differences in their brainwave patterns. The test can detect these differences without requiring participants to answer questions or perform tasks, making it ideal for older adults or those already showing mild symptoms. Why Early Detection Matters Early diagnosis is crucial for managing Alzheimer’s, a disease that affects over 55 million people worldwide, according to the World Health Organization (WHO). If identified early, patients can begin medication, make lifestyle changes, and plan for future care. Families also benefit by understanding what to expect and seeking support sooner. Dr Stothart added that this passive test is simple and affordable, meaning it could one day be part of routine health checks. More trials are planned to confirm its accuracy and determine how it can be rolled out in hospitals and clinics. A Step Forward in Alzheimer’s Research While there is currently no cure for Alzheimer’s, breakthroughs like this give hope that better care and treatments are possible. The University of Bath team believes that combining this brainwave test with other screening tools could transform how doctors diagnose and treat the condition worldwide.

A simple three‑minute brainwave test, called Fastball, may flag early memory decline linked to alzheimer’s years before symptoms appear. It works in homes using eeg while viewing flashing images. Read on to see how this breakthrough could change early detection.

3-minute Fastball test may detect Alzheimer’s years before symptoms

Researchers at Columbia Engineering have developed a new technique that uses DNA and water to create self-assembling 3D structures. This method could transform how we build microscopic electronics and medical devices in the future.&nbsp;The study, published in Nature, shows how DNA molecules can act as a type of natural building block. When placed in water, these molecules automatically arrange themselves into complex 3D shapes, similar to how living cells naturally organise.&nbsp;Lead researcher Professor Oleg Gang said this approach could “redefine how we manufacture at the smallest scale,” offering a simpler and more sustainable alternative to traditional nanotechnology methods.&nbsp;<h2>How DNA 3D Printing Works</h2>In regular 3D printing, machines add layers of material step-by-step to form a design. This new method works differently.&nbsp;According to the Columbia Engineering team, the process uses DNA strands programmed with specific instructions. When combined with water, these strands naturally lock into place, forming a pre-designed structure without external machines.&nbsp;The result is a self-assembling process that happens on a microscopic level. The team demonstrated this by creating small electronic components that could one day be used in devices like sensors, flexible electronics, and even medical implants.&nbsp;<h2>Why This Discovery Matters</h2>This innovation could significantly reduce the cost and complexity of building nanoscale technology.&nbsp;As reported by VoxelMatters, using DNA and water makes the process environmentally friendly and energy-efficient. It also opens doors for breakthroughs in medicine, such as tiny drug delivery systems or diagnostic tools that can work inside the human body.&nbsp;However, researchers note that this technology is still in its early stages. Further testing is needed before it can be scaled up for commercial use.&nbsp;Professor Gang added that combining biology with engineering could “help bridge the gap between natural processes and man-made technology.”

Scientists at Columbia Engineering have invented a new way to build tiny 3D structures using DNA and water. This self-assembling technique could revolutionize nanotechnology, making microscopic electronics and medical devices cheaper, greener, and easier to produce.

Researchers at Columbia Engineering have developed a new technique that uses DNA and water to create self-assembling 3D structures. This method could transform how we build microscopic electronics and medical devices in the future. The study, published in Nature, shows how DNA molecules can act as a type of natural building block. When placed in water, these molecules automatically arrange themselves into complex 3D shapes, similar to how living cells naturally organise. Lead researcher Professor Oleg Gang said this approach could “redefine how we manufacture at the smallest scale,” offering a simpler and more sustainable alternative to traditional nanotechnology methods. How DNA 3D Printing Works In regular 3D printing, machines add layers of material step-by-step to form a design. This new method works differently. According to the Columbia Engineering team, the process uses DNA strands programmed with specific instructions. When combined with water, these strands naturally lock into place, forming a pre-designed structure without external machines. The result is a self-assembling process that happens on a microscopic level. The team demonstrated this by creating small electronic components that could one day be used in devices like sensors, flexible electronics, and even medical implants. Why This Discovery Matters This innovation could significantly reduce the cost and complexity of building nanoscale technology. As reported by VoxelMatters, using DNA and water makes the process environmentally friendly and energy-efficient. It also opens doors for breakthroughs in medicine, such as tiny drug delivery systems or diagnostic tools that can work inside the human body. However, researchers note that this technology is still in its early stages. Further testing is needed before it can be scaled up for commercial use. Professor Gang added that combining biology with engineering could “help bridge the gap between natural processes and man-made technology.”

Scientists at Columbia Engineering have invented a new way to build tiny 3D structures using DNA and water. This self-assembling technique could revolutionize nanotechnology, making microscopic electronics and medical devices cheaper, greener, and easier to produce.

How DNA 3D printing could transform nanotechnology and medicine

NASA’s James Webb Space Telescope (JWST) has detected a new moon orbiting Uranus, adding to the planet’s already fascinating collection of natural satellites. &nbsp;According to <a href="https://science.nasa.gov/blogs/webb/2025/08/19/new-moon-discovered-orbiting-uranus-using-nasas-webb-telescope/">NASA’s official release</a>, the discovery was made during a survey aimed at studying Uranus’ atmosphere and ring system. The faint object was identified through detailed infrared images captured by Webb’s powerful cameras.&nbsp;This marks a rare finding, as Uranus’ moons are difficult to detect because of their small size and distance from Earth. The newly found moon brings the total count of Uranian moons to 28.&nbsp;<h2>Why This Discovery Matters</h2>Scientists say this discovery will help them understand how Uranus and its moons formed billions of years ago.&nbsp;Dr Mark Showalter, a planetary scientist involved in the study, explained that detecting such a small moon shows the “unprecedented sensitivity” of the Webb telescope. The moon appears to be only a few kilometres across, making it one of the smallest in Uranus’ system.&nbsp;The new moon’s orbit also provides clues about the planet’s complex gravitational interactions. Researchers will continue observing it to learn more about its composition and movement.&nbsp;<h2>Naming the New Moon</h2>Following tradition, Uranus’ moons are named after characters from the works of William Shakespeare and Alexander Pope.&nbsp;Once the discovery is confirmed by the International Astronomical Union (IAU), the new moon will receive an official name. Previous Uranian moons have names such as Titania, Oberon, and Miranda, all drawn from Shakespeare’s plays.&nbsp;NASA scientists say they expect the naming process to be completed later this year, after further observations.&nbsp;The Webb telescope continues to reveal new details about our solar system, from distant galaxies to hidden moons. This latest discovery highlights how advanced space technology is helping scientists explore worlds that were once out of reach.

NASA’s James Webb Space Telescope has found a tiny new moon orbiting Uranus, raising the total moons to 28. This discovery reveals Uranus’ complex gravitational system and shows Webb’s unmatched sensitivity, opening new paths for exploring our solar system’s distant worlds.

NASA’s James Webb Space Telescope (JWST) has detected a new moon orbiting Uranus, adding to the planet’s already fascinating collection of natural satellites. According to NASA’s official release, the discovery was made during a survey aimed at studying Uranus’ atmosphere and ring system. The faint object was identified through detailed infrared images captured by Webb’s powerful cameras. This marks a rare finding, as Uranus’ moons are difficult to detect because of their small size and distance from Earth. The newly found moon brings the total count of Uranian moons to 28. Why This Discovery Matters Scientists say this discovery will help them understand how Uranus and its moons formed billions of years ago. Dr Mark Showalter, a planetary scientist involved in the study, explained that detecting such a small moon shows the “unprecedented sensitivity” of the Webb telescope. The moon appears to be only a few kilometres across, making it one of the smallest in Uranus’ system. The new moon’s orbit also provides clues about the planet’s complex gravitational interactions. Researchers will continue observing it to learn more about its composition and movement. Naming the New Moon Following tradition, Uranus’ moons are named after characters from the works of William Shakespeare and Alexander Pope. Once the discovery is confirmed by the International Astronomical Union (IAU), the new moon will receive an official name. Previous Uranian moons have names such as Titania, Oberon, and Miranda, all drawn from Shakespeare’s plays. NASA scientists say they expect the naming process to be completed later this year, after further observations. The Webb telescope continues to reveal new details about our solar system, from distant galaxies to hidden moons. This latest discovery highlights how advanced space technology is helping scientists explore worlds that were once out of reach.

NASA’s James Webb Space Telescope has found a tiny new moon orbiting Uranus, raising the total moons to 28. This discovery reveals Uranus’ complex gravitational system and shows Webb’s unmatched sensitivity, opening new paths for exploring our solar system’s distant worlds.

NASA’s James Webb Telescope discovers tiny new moon orbiting Uranus

A beautiful and rare celestial event called a total lunar eclipse will occur on the night of September 7 and 8, 2025. During this time, the Moon will turn a deep red or orange colour, which is why it’s often called a ‘red blood’ moon. People across Asia, Australia, Europe, and parts of Africa will be able to see it if the sky is clear.<h2>When and where to watch</h2>The eclipse will reach its full stage at 2:41 am IST on September 7. This full phase, called totality, will last for about 82 minutes.&nbsp;Here are the local times when you can see the full eclipse in different cities:<ol><li>Mumbai: 11:00 pm to 12:22 am</li><li>Bangkok: 12:30 am to 1:52 am</li><li>Beijing, Hong Kong, Perth: 1:30 am to 2:52 am</li><li>Tokyo: 2:30 am to 3:52 am</li><li>Sydney: 3:30 am to 4:52 am</li><li>London: From 7:30 pm local time (the moon is already rising in eclipse)</li></ol>It is expected that about 77 per cent of the world’s people will be able to see the full eclipse.<h2>What happens during the total eclipse?</h2>The eclipse begins when the Moon moves into Earth’s light shadow, called the penumbra, and then into the darker shadow, called the umbra. As the Moon moves deeper into this shadow, it slowly becomes dark and then turns a reddish colour.&nbsp;This red colour appears because sunlight bends through Earth’s atmosphere and reaches the Moon. Dust, pollution, and clouds in the air can change how dark or bright the red looks.<h2>Can the eclipse be watched with the naked eye?</h2>The eclipse is safe to watch with your naked eyes. You don’t need any glasses or special tools. However, binoculars or a small telescope can help you see the Moon more clearly.&nbsp;This eclipse is also special because it happens just a few days before the Moon comes closest to Earth. This makes the Moon look slightly bigger and brighter than usual.

A total lunar eclipse will occur on September 7-8, 2025, turning the Moon into a red blood moon. This rare event will be visible across large parts of Asia, Europe, Australia, and Africa. 

A beautiful and rare celestial event called a total lunar eclipse will occur on the night of September 7 and 8, 2025. During this time, the Moon will turn a deep red or orange colour, which is why it’s often called a ‘red blood’ moon. People across Asia, Australia, Europe, and parts of Africa will be able to see it if the sky is clear. When and where to watch The eclipse will reach its full stage at 2:41 am IST on September 7. This full phase, called totality, will last for about 82 minutes. Here are the local times when you can see the full eclipse in different cities: Mumbai: 11:00 pm to 12:22 am Bangkok: 12:30 am to 1:52 am Beijing, Hong Kong, Perth: 1:30 am to 2:52 am Tokyo: 2:30 am to 3:52 am Sydney: 3:30 am to 4:52 am London: From 7:30 pm local time (the moon is already rising in eclipse) It is expected that about 77 per cent of the world’s people will be able to see the full eclipse. What happens during the total eclipse? The eclipse begins when the Moon moves into Earth’s light shadow, called the penumbra, and then into the darker shadow, called the umbra. As the Moon moves deeper into this shadow, it slowly becomes dark and then turns a reddish colour. This red colour appears because sunlight bends through Earth’s atmosphere and reaches the Moon. Dust, pollution, and clouds in the air can change how dark or bright the red looks. Can the eclipse be watched with the naked eye? The eclipse is safe to watch with your naked eyes. You don’t need any glasses or special tools. However, binoculars or a small telescope can help you see the Moon more clearly. This eclipse is also special because it happens just a few days before the Moon comes closest to Earth. This makes the Moon look slightly bigger and brighter than usual.

A total lunar eclipse will occur on September 7-8, 2025, turning the Moon into a red blood moon. This rare event will be visible across large parts of Asia, Europe, Australia, and Africa.&nbsp;

Total lunar eclipse 2025: Blood moon to light up skies across Asia, Europe and more on THIS date

Archaeologists have found the earliest evidence of humans living through the Ice Ages, dating back to 700,000 years ago. This time period was one of northern Europe’s most extreme ice ages, and researchers say that they have proof that humans lived in Britain at this time. The discovery was made during excavations done at Old Park along the River Stour in Canterbury, Kent. The Cambridge University archaeologists published their findings in Nature Ecology and Evolution. Their findings show that an early human species, named Homo heidelbergensis, resided in the region between 712,000 and 621,000 years ago. This species is believed to be the ancestor of Neanderthals. Upon digging up the area, the researchers came across the oldest human records in northern Europe. This comprised thousands of stone tools buried in sands and gravels.Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/trending/scientist-finds-earliest-evidence-that-rig-veda-verses-influenced-civilisations-outside-india-1755591662063">Scientist finds earliest evidence that Rig Veda verses influenced civilisations outside India</a>Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/trending/-time-just-stopped-scientists-stumble-upon-8-500-year-old-world-deep-inside-the-sea-1756268735827">'Time just stopped' — Scientists stumble upon 8,500-year-old world deep inside the sea</a><h2>Humans lived in Britian at the height of Anglian glaciation</h2>The Anglian glaciation was European prehistory’s most severe ice age. Several similar artefacts have been found in Canterbury since the 1920s, but when fresh excavations started in 2020, the archaeologists came across even older sediments. The lower layers of gravel showed early occupation by the species. Meanwhile, the deposits that dated to around 440,000 years ago, from the Anglian glaciation, revealed sharp flint tools buried deep within the gravel. Scientists think that they were produced at this site, not reached here through natural forces. Considering the way they were found, they think the tools were produced during the glaciation. The residents then buried them to prevent them from being damaged by erosion.<h3>Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/trending/unknown-harappan-settlement-discovered-in-thar-desert-for-the-first-time-1753948649708">Unknown Harappan settlement discovered in Thar desert for the first time</a></h3><h3>Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/trending/1-400-year-old-plaque-upends-long-held-beliefs-about-christianity-in-the-7th-and-8th-centuries-1755687563510">1,400-year-old plaque upends long-held belief about Christianity in the 7th and 8th centuries</a></h3>&nbsp;The discovery disputes earlier research that showed that Britain was uninhabitable during the Ice Age and other coldest periods. Scientists have always thought that only when the region got warmer did people start inhabiting Britain. But the latest discovery has proved that this was not the case. It has also raised questions about how they managed to survive in such extreme conditions. Plant remains found at the site date back to earlier researchers who showed the area as a cold grassland during this Ice Age. Extinct rhinoceroses and horses lived here, although they could have migrated for a few seasons and then left. The study authors think that these humans most likely covered themselves with animal skins and followed migrating herds to survive. Whatever they did, archaeologists say that it shows how resilient early humans were since surviving the Anglian glaciation would have required social cooperation and immense knowledge about the environment, building shelters and making clothes.

Britain was inhabited by humans at the height of the Ice Age 700,000 years ago, a finding that has thwarted the previous belief that the region was uninhabitable. Scientists are now wondering how this species managed to survive the extreme cold in Britain.

Archaeologists have found the earliest evidence of humans living through the Ice Ages, dating back to 700,000 years ago. This time period was one of northern Europe’s most extreme ice ages, and researchers say that they have proof that humans lived in Britain at this time. The discovery was made during excavations done at Old Park along the River Stour in Canterbury, Kent. The Cambridge University archaeologists published their findings in Nature Ecology and Evolution. Their findings show that an early human species, named Homo heidelbergensis, resided in the region between 712,000 and 621,000 years ago. This species is believed to be the ancestor of Neanderthals. Upon digging up the area, the researchers came across the oldest human records in northern Europe. This comprised thousands of stone tools buried in sands and gravels. Also Read: Scientist finds earliest evidence that Rig Veda verses influenced civilisations outside India Also Read: 'Time just stopped' — Scientists stumble upon 8,500-year-old world deep inside the sea Humans lived in Britian at the height of Anglian glaciation The Anglian glaciation was European prehistory’s most severe ice age. Several similar artefacts have been found in Canterbury since the 1920s, but when fresh excavations started in 2020, the archaeologists came across even older sediments. The lower layers of gravel showed early occupation by the species. Meanwhile, the deposits that dated to around 440,000 years ago, from the Anglian glaciation, revealed sharp flint tools buried deep within the gravel. Scientists think that they were produced at this site, not reached here through natural forces. Considering the way they were found, they think the tools were produced during the glaciation. The residents then buried them to prevent them from being damaged by erosion. Also Read: Unknown Harappan settlement discovered in Thar desert for the first time Also Read: 1,400-year-old plaque upends long-held belief about Christianity in the 7th and 8th centuries The discovery disputes earlier research that showed that Britain was uninhabitable during the Ice Age and other coldest periods. Scientists have always thought that only when the region got warmer did people start inhabiting Britain. But the latest discovery has proved that this was not the case. It has also raised questions about how they managed to survive in such extreme conditions. Plant remains found at the site date back to earlier researchers who showed the area as a cold grassland during this Ice Age. Extinct rhinoceroses and horses lived here, although they could have migrated for a few seasons and then left. The study authors think that these humans most likely covered themselves with animal skins and followed migrating herds to survive. Whatever they did, archaeologists say that it shows how resilient early humans were since surviving the Anglian glaciation would have required social cooperation and immense knowledge about the environment, building shelters and making clothes.

Britain was inhabited by humans at the height of the Ice Age 700,000 years ago, a finding that has thwarted the previous belief that the region was uninhabitable. Scientists are now wondering how this species managed to survive the extreme cold in Britain.

Shocking discovery reveals early humans endured Britain’s harshest Ice Age 700,000 years ago

We all know that the Sun is superhot. But the solar flares it releases are millions of times hotter than our star. A study has revealed just how hot the solar plasma can get. The discovery has solved a 50-year mystery.

We all know that the Sun is superhot. But the solar flares it releases are millions of times hotter than our star. A study has revealed just how hot the solar plasma can get. The discovery has solved a 50-year mystery.

60,000,000°C: That's how hot solar flares can get. Meanwhile, the Sun is a measly 15,000,000°C

A telescope in Chile has likely captured evidence that 3I/ATLAS is a comet. The discovery made by the Gemini South at Cerro Pachón can put to rest all questions about the interstellar visitor, which has been a hot topic of debate among scientists since it was first seen.

A telescope in Chile has likely captured evidence that 3I/ATLAS is a comet. The discovery made by the Gemini South at Cerro Pachón can put to rest all questions about the interstellar visitor, which has been a hot topic of debate among scientists since it was first seen.

Has a telescope in Chile captured evidence that 3I/ATLAS is a comet?

Can a black hole eat Earth? Are we at risk of being sucked in by the dark cosmic structure? Black holes are an enigma in the universe, and one of the most dangerous and powerful creations. What would happen if a black hole came near Earth? 

Can a black hole eat Earth? Are we at risk of being sucked in by the dark cosmic structure? Black holes are an enigma in the universe, and one of the most dangerous and powerful creations. What would happen if a black hole came near Earth?&nbsp;

Gaia BH1 or Sagittarius A* - Is Earth at risk of being swallowed by a black hole?

New images of the interstellar object 3I/ATLAS are finally showing a visible cometary tail, putting at least some speculation about the visitor to an end. However, several questions remain unanswered about the object that has captivated the imagination of astronomers across the world. Observations made by the &nbsp;Gemini Multi-Object Spectrograph (GMOS) on Gemini South at Cerro Pachón in Chile have revealed a cometary tail and a glowing coma. The discovery was made during a public outreach initiative organised by NSF NOIRLab, in which it connects people with scientists to generate interest in scientific experiments. The session conducted on August 27 revealed that the object was starting to show signs of a comet, with a broad coma, which is a cloud of gas and dust that forms around the comet’s icy nucleus as it gets closer to the Sun.The tail spans about 1/120th of a degree in the sky in pointing away from the Sun. The new images present a much clearer view of 3I/ATLAS as compared to the other photos taken till now.&nbsp;The presence of a tail and a coma is likely to put to rest all speculation about 3I/ATLAS and whether it is a comet or a new kind of cosmic object. The new photos also reduce the weight of claims made by Harvard scientist Avi Loeb, who thinks the interstellar object could be an alien spaceship. He had cited the lack of a clear tail as evidence that 3I/ATLAS is not a comet. Loeb also presented a bunch of other details to claim that it was a spacecraft sent by an advanced civilisation. Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/trending/is-3i-atlas-not-alone-scientist-says-invisible-probe-may-be-racing-ahead-and-could-strike-mars-1756785567924">Is 3I/ATLAS not alone? Scientist says an invisible ‘probe’ racing ahead of it could strike Mars</a>Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/trending/harvard-scientist-calls-on-world-leaders-to-prepare-common-plan-on-alien-attack-1755064546960">3I/ATLAS and its 'intent': Harvard scientist calls on world leaders to prepare for an alien attack</a><h2>A Q&amp;A session led to the discovery of a tail on 3I/ATLAS</h2>Students from Hawai‘i and La Serena, Chile, remotely joined the Gemini South control room and followed the observations on 3I/ATLAS in real time. The other purpose of the session was to gather data on the comet’s spectrum. This feature of the comet refers to the wavelengths of light that it emits, and can tell about the comet's composition. This information will be valuable to know how the comet changes as it makes its way through the solar system. "We were excited to see the growth of the tail, suggesting a change in the particles from the previous Gemini images, and we got our first glimpse of the chemistry from the spectrum," said Karen Meech, astronomer at the University of Hawai‘i Institute for Astronomy, and leader of the program. Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/trending/wake-up-call-for-humanity-scientist-wants-3i-atlas-to-be-alien-spaceship-here-s-why-1756095787834">'Wake-up call for humanity’: Scientist wants 3I/ATLAS to be alien spaceship — Here’s why</a>&nbsp;<h2>Debate over interstellar visitor</h2>Interstellar object 3I/ATLAS was discovered on July 1, 2025, and instantly became an object of fascination among astronomers. They noticed that it was on a strange trajectory, which meant it had come from outer space. 3I/ATLAS is only the third interstellar object to enter our solar system, after ʻOumuamua in 2017 and Comet 2I/Borisov in 2019. It is travelling at a staggering speed of 210,000 km/hour. It will come close to Mars on October 3, and later the Sun, providing the perfect opportunity to study the strange visitor.&nbsp;

3I/ATLAS is finally growing a tail: New photos of interstellar object 3I/ATLAS show a visible tail spreading in the opposite direction of the Sun. The observations were made during a public educational session. Can we finally agree 3I/ATLAS is an interstellar comet? 

New images of the interstellar object 3I/ATLAS are finally showing a visible cometary tail, putting at least some speculation about the visitor to an end. However, several questions remain unanswered about the object that has captivated the imagination of astronomers across the world. Observations made by the Gemini Multi-Object Spectrograph (GMOS) on Gemini South at Cerro Pachón in Chile have revealed a cometary tail and a glowing coma. The discovery was made during a public outreach initiative organised by NSF NOIRLab, in which it connects people with scientists to generate interest in scientific experiments. The session conducted on August 27 revealed that the object was starting to show signs of a comet, with a broad coma, which is a cloud of gas and dust that forms around the comet’s icy nucleus as it gets closer to the Sun. The tail spans about 1/120th of a degree in the sky in pointing away from the Sun. The new images present a much clearer view of 3I/ATLAS as compared to the other photos taken till now. The presence of a tail and a coma is likely to put to rest all speculation about 3I/ATLAS and whether it is a comet or a new kind of cosmic object. The new photos also reduce the weight of claims made by Harvard scientist Avi Loeb, who thinks the interstellar object could be an alien spaceship. He had cited the lack of a clear tail as evidence that 3I/ATLAS is not a comet. Loeb also presented a bunch of other details to claim that it was a spacecraft sent by an advanced civilisation. Also Read: Is 3I/ATLAS not alone? Scientist says an invisible ‘probe’ racing ahead of it could strike Mars Also Read: 3I/ATLAS and its 'intent': Harvard scientist calls on world leaders to prepare for an alien attack A Q&A session led to the discovery of a tail on 3I/ATLAS Students from Hawai‘i and La Serena, Chile, remotely joined the Gemini South control room and followed the observations on 3I/ATLAS in real time. The other purpose of the session was to gather data on the comet’s spectrum. This feature of the comet refers to the wavelengths of light that it emits, and can tell about the comet's composition. This information will be valuable to know how the comet changes as it makes its way through the solar system. "We were excited to see the growth of the tail, suggesting a change in the particles from the previous Gemini images, and we got our first glimpse of the chemistry from the spectrum," said Karen Meech, astronomer at the University of Hawai‘i Institute for Astronomy, and leader of the program. Also Read: 'Wake-up call for humanity’: Scientist wants 3I/ATLAS to be alien spaceship — Here’s why Debate over interstellar visitor Interstellar object 3I/ATLAS was discovered on July 1, 2025, and instantly became an object of fascination among astronomers. They noticed that it was on a strange trajectory, which meant it had come from outer space. 3I/ATLAS is only the third interstellar object to enter our solar system, after ʻOumuamua in 2017 and Comet 2I/Borisov in 2019. It is travelling at a staggering speed of 210,000 km/hour. It will come close to Mars on October 3, and later the Sun, providing the perfect opportunity to study the strange visitor.

3I/ATLAS is finally growing a tail: New photos of interstellar object 3I/ATLAS show a visible tail spreading in the opposite direction of the Sun. The observations were made during a public educational session. Can we finally agree 3I/ATLAS is an interstellar comet?&nbsp;

Interstellar object 3I/ATLAS grows visible tail in live Gemini images. So, it's a comet?

Using the smartphone while on the toilet is not a smart move. Medical professionals have often raised an alarm over this practice, saying that this is not healthy and can lead to physical problems. A study has now revealed that people who use their devices in the toilet are at a 50 per cent higher risk of developing haemorrhoids. This is based on an analysis of 125 people who were asked whether they take their phones inside the toilet. Two-thirds of them admitted that they scrolled through their phones while pooping. Such people also spent more time on the commode. &nbsp;Trisha Pasricha at Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Centre in Boston, Massachusetts, carried out the study along with a team of doctors. They asked 125 people over the age of 45 scheduled to have colonoscopies to answer questions about their toilet habits, general health and physical activities. They used the data and their colonoscopy images to see if they had haemorrhoids and whether the time spent on their phones in the toilet had an effect.&nbsp;<h2>Smartphone users are at a higher risk of haemorrhoids&nbsp;</h2>Pasricha said two-thirds of the participants said they used their smartphones in the toilet. According to the study, 37 per cent of them said they spent more than 5 minutes using the facilities, as compared to just seven per cent of those who didn’t use their device there. But the participants weren't aware that their phone time was increasing their toilet time. As far as haemorrhoids were concerned, they found that smartphone use on the toilet is associated with a 46 per cent greater risk of developing the disease since such people spend more time finishing their business.Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/trending/lab-grown-kidney-survives-34-weeks-israeli-hospital-seeks-more-funding-from-china-1756110145129">Lab-grown kidney survives 34 weeks, Israeli hospital seeks more funding from China</a>Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/scientists-find-cause-of-one-of-the-world-s-most-common-cancers-1754677758885">Scientists find cause of one of the world’s most common cancers, ignite hope</a>&nbsp;This study was conducted on people 45 and older. Pasricha is sure that if the same were done with young college students, "we’re going to find almost nobody who doesn’t bring their smartphone into the loo." To be perfectly sure of the connection between using a smartphone in the toilet and developing haemorrhoids, the team will carry out an intervention study where participants will be told not to use their phones in the toilet. This will help confirm whether and how much are the two related.Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/trending/ditch-10k-target-7k-steps-daily-for-good-health-here-s-what-a-study-just-discovered-1753425534755">Ditch 10K, target 7k steps daily for good health. Here's what a study just discovered</a><h2>Straining does not cause haemorrhoids</h2>Meanwhile, the team dismissed a common notion about haemorrhoids - that straining causes it. The study noted that there is very limited evidence to establish a link between the two. The study done by Pasricha and her team states that spending more time on the toilet seat is a bigger risk factor.

Smartphones have reached the toilets. In fact, there are so many people who do not enter the toilet without their phones. But, is it a healthy practice? Doctors say it can lead to several health problems.

Using the smartphone while on the toilet is not a smart move. Medical professionals have often raised an alarm over this practice, saying that this is not healthy and can lead to physical problems. A study has now revealed that people who use their devices in the toilet are at a 50 per cent higher risk of developing haemorrhoids. This is based on an analysis of 125 people who were asked whether they take their phones inside the toilet. Two-thirds of them admitted that they scrolled through their phones while pooping. Such people also spent more time on the commode. Trisha Pasricha at Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Centre in Boston, Massachusetts, carried out the study along with a team of doctors. They asked 125 people over the age of 45 scheduled to have colonoscopies to answer questions about their toilet habits, general health and physical activities. They used the data and their colonoscopy images to see if they had haemorrhoids and whether the time spent on their phones in the toilet had an effect. Smartphone users are at a higher risk of haemorrhoids Pasricha said two-thirds of the participants said they used their smartphones in the toilet. According to the study, 37 per cent of them said they spent more than 5 minutes using the facilities, as compared to just seven per cent of those who didn’t use their device there. But the participants weren't aware that their phone time was increasing their toilet time. As far as haemorrhoids were concerned, they found that smartphone use on the toilet is associated with a 46 per cent greater risk of developing the disease since such people spend more time finishing their business. Also Read: Lab-grown kidney survives 34 weeks, Israeli hospital seeks more funding from China Also Read: Scientists find cause of one of the world’s most common cancers, ignite hope This study was conducted on people 45 and older. Pasricha is sure that if the same were done with young college students, "we’re going to find almost nobody who doesn’t bring their smartphone into the loo." To be perfectly sure of the connection between using a smartphone in the toilet and developing haemorrhoids, the team will carry out an intervention study where participants will be told not to use their phones in the toilet. This will help confirm whether and how much are the two related. Also Read: Ditch 10K, target 7k steps daily for good health. Here's what a study just discovered Straining does not cause haemorrhoids Meanwhile, the team dismissed a common notion about haemorrhoids - that straining causes it. The study noted that there is very limited evidence to establish a link between the two. The study done by Pasricha and her team states that spending more time on the toilet seat is a bigger risk factor.

Smartphones have reached the toilets. In fact, there are so many people who do not enter the toilet without their phones. But, is it a healthy practice? Doctors say it can lead to several health problems.

Your smartphone can give you haemorrhoids: Experts caution, don't spend more than...

Mars is hiding pieces of planets that formed in the early solar system, perfectly preserved for billions of years. A study has found that deep inside the red planet are several mysterious blobs which belong to ancient "protoplanets" that failed to grab a place in our system. The revelation was made when they were going through Marsquake data collected by NASA's InSight lander. It monitored tremors beneath the Martian surface from 2018 until 2022 until it went off due to a dust storm. As they saw vibrations under the Martian surface, they came across dense lumps that were different from the surrounding material. They are approximately four kilometres in size and were discovered at various depths within Mars' mantle. The temperatures here can reach a whopping 1,500 degrees Celsius, yet the blobs had held together.&nbsp;Study lead author Constantinos Charalambous, a planetary scientist at Imperial College London, said in a NASA statement, "We've never seen the inside of a planet in such fine detail and clarity before." It is a "mantle studded with ancient fragments." Further analysis of the size and depth of the structures showed that they crashed into Mars nearly 4.5 billion years ago, around the time our solar system was being born. These rocks are likely bodies that could have gone on to become fully formed planets had they not been disturbed by the chaotic cosmic occurrences that were going on at the time.Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/trending/is-3i-atlas-not-alone-scientist-says-invisible-probe-may-be-racing-ahead-and-could-strike-mars-1756785567924">Is 3I/ATLAS not alone? Scientist says an invisible ‘probe’ racing ahead of it could strike Mars</a>&nbsp;These blobs were uncovered purely by accident. The researchers were actually studying Marsquakes when they noticed that some signals took longer to pass through parts of the mantle than others. They traced the path of these signals and came across regions that were denser than the surrounding rock. This meant that they did not originate there but were intruders that forcefully made their way in. This discovery also proves that the interiors of Mars are not active. On Earth, tectonic movement causes earthquakes. But on Mars, no subduction occurs, meaning the mantle stays in its place. Because no melting happens inside Mars, these blobs have survived for billions of years. Charalambous says, if something like this ever existed on Earth, they would have been erased.Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/science/earth-s-oceans-multiplied-by-140-trillion-monstrous-water-body-found-swirling-around-a-quasar-releasing-energy-of-1-000-trillion-suns-1756210553646">Largest body of water ever found is not present on Earth, but...</a> &nbsp;<h2>How do Marsquakes occur?</h2>If Mars has no tectonic plates and no similar activity, then how do quakes occur? This is largely because of landslides, cracking rocks or meteoroid impacts that regularly happen on Mars. InSight had gathered data on Marsquakes, and scientists used it to identify a giant underground ocean last year. &nbsp;

The interiors of Mars have chunks and blobs of ancient rocks that could have developed to form planets. The discovery was made when scientists were scanning through the data of NASA's InSight lander. How did they manage to remain the same for over 4.5 billion years?

Mars is hiding pieces of planets that formed in the early solar system, perfectly preserved for billions of years. A study has found that deep inside the red planet are several mysterious blobs which belong to ancient "protoplanets" that failed to grab a place in our system. The revelation was made when they were going through Marsquake data collected by NASA's InSight lander. It monitored tremors beneath the Martian surface from 2018 until 2022 until it went off due to a dust storm. As they saw vibrations under the Martian surface, they came across dense lumps that were different from the surrounding material. They are approximately four kilometres in size and were discovered at various depths within Mars' mantle. The temperatures here can reach a whopping 1,500 degrees Celsius, yet the blobs had held together. Study lead author Constantinos Charalambous, a planetary scientist at Imperial College London, said in a NASA statement, "We've never seen the inside of a planet in such fine detail and clarity before." It is a "mantle studded with ancient fragments." Further analysis of the size and depth of the structures showed that they crashed into Mars nearly 4.5 billion years ago, around the time our solar system was being born. These rocks are likely bodies that could have gone on to become fully formed planets had they not been disturbed by the chaotic cosmic occurrences that were going on at the time. Also Read: Is 3I/ATLAS not alone? Scientist says an invisible ‘probe’ racing ahead of it could strike Mars These blobs were uncovered purely by accident. The researchers were actually studying Marsquakes when they noticed that some signals took longer to pass through parts of the mantle than others. They traced the path of these signals and came across regions that were denser than the surrounding rock. This meant that they did not originate there but were intruders that forcefully made their way in. This discovery also proves that the interiors of Mars are not active. On Earth, tectonic movement causes earthquakes. But on Mars, no subduction occurs, meaning the mantle stays in its place. Because no melting happens inside Mars, these blobs have survived for billions of years. Charalambous says, if something like this ever existed on Earth, they would have been erased. Also Read: Largest body of water ever found is not present on Earth, but... How do Marsquakes occur? If Mars has no tectonic plates and no similar activity, then how do quakes occur? This is largely because of landslides, cracking rocks or meteoroid impacts that regularly happen on Mars. InSight had gathered data on Marsquakes, and scientists used it to identify a giant underground ocean last year.

The interiors of Mars have chunks and blobs of ancient rocks that could have developed to form planets. The discovery was made when scientists were scanning through the data of NASA's InSight lander. How did they manage to remain the same for over 4.5 billion years?

'We've never seen...' — Marsquakes reveal 4.5-billion-year-old structures embedded in the red planet

Scientists have painted a scary scenario according to which black holes can form inside planets and chew through them, ultimately wiping them off the universe, but not fully. According to a study, dark matter, the mysterious substance that fills most of the space in the universe, can create these black holes that will eat them from the inside. What will be left behind is a black hole about the size of the planet it consumed. The "doomsday" finding was published in &nbsp;Physical Review D on August 20. Can something like this happen with Earth? The researchers created a dark matter model which showed dark matter getting concentrated deep inside giant planets, collapsing to form tiny black holes which would then start growing and consume the entire planet. But this is only possible with dark matter particles that are heavy enough and don't annihilate. If scientists can find a planet-mass object, it would prove the existence of such a form of dark matter.Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/trending/scientist-says-humans-will-have-to-build-noah-s-ark-to-escape-extinction-fail-to-discover-1756899348625">Scientist says humans will have to build 'Noah's Ark' to escape extinction — 'Fail to discover...'</a>&nbsp;Dark matter accounts for around 85 per cent of the matter throughout the universe. It has never been seen, yet scientists say it exists, as that is the only way to explain the extremely strong gravity, which cannot be attributed to normal matter. Study authors say that there are several ways in which dark matter might persist. Identifying the behaviour of different candidates will help reveal more secrets about dark matter. One such dark matter would not self-annihilate. Phoroutan-Mehr and his colleague, astrophysicist Tara Fetherolf of UC Riverside, write in the paper that large, gaseous exoplanets can pull this dark matter in, where they sink and concentrate to form black holes. "In gaseous exoplanets of various sizes, temperatures, and densities, black holes could form on observable timescales, potentially even generating multiple black holes in a single exoplanet's lifetime," he explains.Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/trending/is-the-earth-s-core-leaking-gold-scientists-detect-precious-metals-rising-from-deep-interior-to-surface-1756891616574">Is the Earth’s core leaking Gold? Scientists detect precious metals rising from deep interior to surface</a>&nbsp;<h2>Dark matter that can turn into black holes should be present at the Milky Way's galactic centre</h2>Phoroutan-Mehr says such exoplanets will be the perfect place to look for superheavy dark matter particles. Cosmic regions that are believed to hold troves of dark matter, like our Milky Way's galactic centre, are where such exoplanets might reside, which might be inadvertently pulling it in, preparing the conditions for their own death. The biggest challenge humans face is that they lack the technology to detect such black holes. Suppose a black hole devours a planet the size of Jupiter from the inside, it would be only about 18.4 feet across. Detecting such a tiny black hole requires extremely sensitive instruments. The answer to the question whether Earth is at risk of attracting dark matter that turns into a black hole is - No. Only an exoplanet that is a gaseous body can do so. &nbsp;

Black holes can eat planets from the inside out. This might sound scary but scientists say that if they can find such planets in the universe that have been devoured by black holes, it would prove the existence of dark matter.

Scientists have painted a scary scenario according to which black holes can form inside planets and chew through them, ultimately wiping them off the universe, but not fully. According to a study, dark matter, the mysterious substance that fills most of the space in the universe, can create these black holes that will eat them from the inside. What will be left behind is a black hole about the size of the planet it consumed. The "doomsday" finding was published in Physical Review D on August 20. Can something like this happen with Earth? The researchers created a dark matter model which showed dark matter getting concentrated deep inside giant planets, collapsing to form tiny black holes which would then start growing and consume the entire planet. But this is only possible with dark matter particles that are heavy enough and don't annihilate. If scientists can find a planet-mass object, it would prove the existence of such a form of dark matter. Also Read: Scientist says humans will have to build 'Noah's Ark' to escape extinction — 'Fail to discover...' Dark matter accounts for around 85 per cent of the matter throughout the universe. It has never been seen, yet scientists say it exists, as that is the only way to explain the extremely strong gravity, which cannot be attributed to normal matter. Study authors say that there are several ways in which dark matter might persist. Identifying the behaviour of different candidates will help reveal more secrets about dark matter. One such dark matter would not self-annihilate. Phoroutan-Mehr and his colleague, astrophysicist Tara Fetherolf of UC Riverside, write in the paper that large, gaseous exoplanets can pull this dark matter in, where they sink and concentrate to form black holes. "In gaseous exoplanets of various sizes, temperatures, and densities, black holes could form on observable timescales, potentially even generating multiple black holes in a single exoplanet's lifetime," he explains. Also Read: Is the Earth’s core leaking Gold? Scientists detect precious metals rising from deep interior to surface Dark matter that can turn into black holes should be present at the Milky Way's galactic centre Phoroutan-Mehr says such exoplanets will be the perfect place to look for superheavy dark matter particles. Cosmic regions that are believed to hold troves of dark matter, like our Milky Way's galactic centre, are where such exoplanets might reside, which might be inadvertently pulling it in, preparing the conditions for their own death. The biggest challenge humans face is that they lack the technology to detect such black holes. Suppose a black hole devours a planet the size of Jupiter from the inside, it would be only about 18.4 feet across. Detecting such a tiny black hole requires extremely sensitive instruments. The answer to the question whether Earth is at risk of attracting dark matter that turns into a black hole is - No. Only an exoplanet that is a gaseous body can do so.

Black holes can eat planets from the inside out. This might sound scary, but scientists say that if they can find such planets in the universe that have been devoured by black holes, it would prove the existence of dark matter.

Cosmic cannibalism: Dark predators can enter planets, turn into black holes and devour them

After Voyager 1 and Voyager 2, NASA envisioned Voyager 3. But it never took off and was cancelled. There were several reasons for canning the third mission. Even though Voyager 3 was put in a box, scientists have proposed that it can do today.

After Voyager 1 and Voyager 2, NASA envisioned Voyager 3. But it never took off and was cancelled. There were several reasons for canning the third mission. Even though Voyager 3 was put in a box, scientists have proposed that it can do today.

What was the Voyager 3 mission that was scrapped? Why did it not take off?

NASA launched the Voyager 1 and Voyager 2 missions in 1977, on August 20 and September 5. There was a very specific reason for using this window for the launch, as a rare cosmic alignment was about to take place. 

NASA launched the Voyager 1 and Voyager 2 missions in 1977, on August 20 and September 5. There was a very specific reason for using this window for the launch, as a rare cosmic alignment was about to take place.&nbsp;

There is a reason why Voyager missions were launched in 1977, not before, not later

Interstellar object 3I/Atlas - Alien tech or comet? There are at least four orbiters hovering over Mars that can point their cameras towards 3I/Atlas when it flies past the red planet. Another mission sent to Jupiter can also help.

Interstellar object 3I/Atlas - Alien tech or comet? There are at least four orbiters hovering over Mars that can point their cameras towards 3I/Atlas when it flies past the red planet. Another mission sent to Jupiter can also help.

Four orbiters over Mars and a Jupiter mission can intercept 3I/Atlas before it slips away

How to know what interstellar object 3I/ATLAS is? Harvard scientist Avi Loeb has suggested a way to know whether it is a comet or an alien spaceship. His method can be employed in October when 3I/ATLAS gets close to Mars/

How to know what interstellar object 3I/ATLAS is? Harvard scientist Avi Loeb has suggested a way to know whether it is a comet or an alien spaceship. His method can be employed in October when 3I/ATLAS gets close to Mars/

What is 3I/Atlas? HiRISE camera aboard Mars Reconnaissance Orbiter can be used to reveal its true nature

Harvard scientist Avi Loeb has warned that there will come a day when humans will escape to space to ensure their survival. He said in an interview that a major catastrophe will force them to build a "Noah's Ark" to escape death and tragedy and start afresh in space. &nbsp;The scientist also warned humans against assuming that they are the most intelligent civilisation in the universe. In an interview he shared on his blog, Loeb talked about how "humans are good at maintaining their ignorance by avoiding the collection of contradicting facts". He called out those scientists who do not believe in exploring "virgin territories", and says this is why humans will "fail to discover architectural constructions by extraterrestrial intelligence." Loeb is fascinated with extraterrestial life and says humans are only acquainted with the "real estate" on Earth, even though there is "much more real estate on objects in outer space."Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/trending/is-3i-atlas-not-alone-scientist-says-invisible-probe-may-be-racing-ahead-and-could-strike-mars-1756785567924">Is 3I/ATLAS not alone? Scientist says an invisible ‘probe’ racing ahead of it could strike Mars</a>&nbsp;<h2>Loeb warns humans should be open to the idea of extraterrestrial life, says 3I/Atlas could be alien spaceship</h2>Loeb said, "Aside from being vast, cosmic space and time offer extreme living conditions that extend well beyond our terrestrial experiences." He basically believes that there is a lot out there in interstellar space that humans are not aware of, waiting to be explored. However, for that to happen, they will need to keep an open mind and believe that alien life is possible. He seems to be referring to doubts raised over his claims that 3I/Atlas, the interstellar object racing towards the inner solar system, could be an alien spaceship. Earlier, he had stated that if aliens ever came to Earth and saw humans dismissing that they could exist, they would instantly put Earthlings at the bottom of the intelligence table in the cosmos.Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/trending/asteroid-2025-qd8-hurtling-towards-earth-will-come-eerily-close-this-week-does-it-pose-a-threat-1756887051367">Asteroid 2025 QD8 hurtling towards Earth will come eerily close this week. Does it pose a threat?</a>&nbsp;Meanwhile, talking about human extinction in the future, Loeb talked about a bleak scenario for mankind in which they are on the brink of being wiped off the face of Earth. This is when they will build something akin to Noah's Ark. It would not float on water, but fly in space to ensure the survival of the species. What could kill all humans? According to Loeb, it could be any global catastrophe, such as climate change, AI, an asteroid strike or even alien technology. &nbsp;

Humans are at risk of going extinct, either from climate change, AI, asteroid impact or a comet, and may be even aliens, according to a scientist. When this day comes, they will need to build a “Noah's Ark” for space to ensure we live on.

Harvard scientist Avi Loeb has warned that there will come a day when humans will escape to space to ensure their survival. He said in an interview that a major catastrophe will force them to build a "Noah's Ark" to escape death and tragedy and start afresh in space. The scientist also warned humans against assuming that they are the most intelligent civilisation in the universe. In an interview he shared on his blog, Loeb talked about how "humans are good at maintaining their ignorance by avoiding the collection of contradicting facts". He called out those scientists who do not believe in exploring "virgin territories", and says this is why humans will "fail to discover architectural constructions by extraterrestrial intelligence." Loeb is fascinated with extraterrestial life and says humans are only acquainted with the "real estate" on Earth, even though there is "much more real estate on objects in outer space." Also Read: Is 3I/ATLAS not alone? Scientist says an invisible ‘probe’ racing ahead of it could strike Mars Loeb warns humans should be open to the idea of extraterrestrial life, says 3I/Atlas could be alien spaceship Loeb said, "Aside from being vast, cosmic space and time offer extreme living conditions that extend well beyond our terrestrial experiences." He basically believes that there is a lot out there in interstellar space that humans are not aware of, waiting to be explored. However, for that to happen, they will need to keep an open mind and believe that alien life is possible. He seems to be referring to doubts raised over his claims that 3I/Atlas, the interstellar object racing towards the inner solar system, could be an alien spaceship. Earlier, he had stated that if aliens ever came to Earth and saw humans dismissing that they could exist, they would instantly put Earthlings at the bottom of the intelligence table in the cosmos. Also Read: Asteroid 2025 QD8 hurtling towards Earth will come eerily close this week. Does it pose a threat? Meanwhile, talking about human extinction in the future, Loeb talked about a bleak scenario for mankind in which they are on the brink of being wiped off the face of Earth. This is when they will build something akin to Noah's Ark. It would not float on water, but fly in space to ensure the survival of the species. What could kill all humans? According to Loeb, it could be any global catastrophe, such as climate change, AI, an asteroid strike or even alien technology.

Humans are at risk of going extinct, either from climate change, AI, asteroid impact or a comet, and may be even aliens, according to a scientist. When this day comes, they will need to build a “Noah's Ark” for space to ensure we live on.

Scientist says humans will have to build 'Noah's Ark' to escape extinction — 'Fail to discover...'

In a recent scientific development at the University of Gottingen in Germany, it was revealed that precious metals like gold and ruthenium are coming out from deep inside the Earth to its surface through volcanic activity. Chemical signatures depicting traces of core material in the eruptions have been detected by the scientists after studying lava from Hawaiian volcanoes such as Kīlauea and Lo‘ihi.&nbsp;The study suggests that only tiny amounts make it to the surface, but it is speculated that the core of the Earth contains up to 30 billion tons of gold, worth roughly €2.77 trillion. That means small leaks through the eruption provide a glimpse into the richest and most inaccessible layers of the planet, according to a report by TOI.&nbsp;The research also includes a vast quantity of gold that the core of the Earth includes. The trace amounts that reach the surface in lava flows offer scientists a rare view into the deepest layers of the planet. “We’re talking about traces, not nuggets,” says Matthias Willbold, a co-author of the study.<h3>Current technology is inefficient for mining: scientists&nbsp;</h3>These findings indicated to the researchers that current technology is not efficient enough to mine the core of the Earth, but it helps in understanding the planet's composition and the processes shaping its interior over billions of years.&nbsp;In order to discover these deep-Earth materials, scientists focused on ocean island basalts, volcanic rocks formed by hot mantle plumes rising from near the core of the Earth. Another metal, Ruthenium, a metal densely found in the core, acts as a chemical fingerprint.&nbsp;Elevated levels of the 100Ru isotope in lava signify that a fraction of less than 0.3 per cent of core material can reach the surface. This provides strong and clear evidence that the core is not completely isolated from the rest of the planet, as was earlier believed.

The scientific study suggests that only tiny amounts make it to the surface, but it is speculated that the core of the Earth contains up to 30 billion tons of gold, worth roughly €2.77 trillion. 

In a recent scientific development at the University of Gottingen in Germany, it was revealed that precious metals like gold and ruthenium are coming out from deep inside the Earth to its surface through volcanic activity. Chemical signatures depicting traces of core material in the eruptions have been detected by the scientists after studying lava from Hawaiian volcanoes such as Kīlauea and Lo‘ihi. The study suggests that only tiny amounts make it to the surface, but it is speculated that the core of the Earth contains up to 30 billion tons of gold, worth roughly €2.77 trillion. That means small leaks through the eruption provide a glimpse into the richest and most inaccessible layers of the planet, according to a report by TOI. The research also includes a vast quantity of gold that the core of the Earth includes. The trace amounts that reach the surface in lava flows offer scientists a rare view into the deepest layers of the planet. “We’re talking about traces, not nuggets,” says Matthias Willbold, a co-author of the study. Current technology is inefficient for mining: scientists These findings indicated to the researchers that current technology is not efficient enough to mine the core of the Earth, but it helps in understanding the planet's composition and the processes shaping its interior over billions of years. In order to discover these deep-Earth materials, scientists focused on ocean island basalts, volcanic rocks formed by hot mantle plumes rising from near the core of the Earth. Another metal, Ruthenium, a metal densely found in the core, acts as a chemical fingerprint. Elevated levels of the 100Ru isotope in lava signify that a fraction of less than 0.3 per cent of core material can reach the surface. This provides strong and clear evidence that the core is not completely isolated from the rest of the planet, as was earlier believed.

The scientific study suggests that only tiny amounts make it to the surface, but it is speculated that the core of the Earth contains up to 30 billion tons of gold, worth roughly €2.77 trillion.&nbsp;

Is the Earth’s core leaking Gold? Scientists detect precious metals rising from deep interior to surface

NASA has said that an asteroid will make a close flyby of Earth on September 3. Asteroid 2025 QD8 will pass within 218,000 kilometres of Earth at 10:57 am ET. That's close, about 57 per cent of the average distance between Earth and the Moon. Will it pose a threat to our planet? NASA’s Jet Propulsion Laboratory (JPL) said in an alert that the asteroid will come quite close to Earth. However, it won't be a danger to us. But this is a chance to study an asteroid up close because of the eerily close distance it will be from us. Asteroid 2025 QD8 is &nbsp;71 feet wide and travelling at a speed of 45,000 kilometres per hour. The Virtual Telescope Project 2.0 will be hosting a livestream of the asteroid flyby using remotely controlled telescopes. You can catch the rock fly live in real time. Astronomers have already clicked some photos of the space rock.Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/trending/is-3i-atlas-not-alone-scientist-says-invisible-probe-may-be-racing-ahead-and-could-strike-mars-1756785567924">Is 3I/ATLAS not alone? Scientist says an invisible ‘probe’ racing ahead of it could strike Mars</a> Project founder and director Gianluca Masi caught the asteroid through the “Elana” telescope and captured a 120-second exposure of 2025 QD8. The 17-inch telescope observed the asteroid at a distance of 1.9 million kilometres. The image captured isn't much and only appears like the tip of a needle, as bright stars throng most of the image. This won't be 2025 QD8's last trip towards Earth, as several more rendezvous are set to occur in the coming years. European Space Agency’s Near-Earth Objects Coordination Centre said that it will keep showing up till the end of the century. Wednesday's encounter will be its closest ever to date based on its part records. The next time it will come this close will be in the year 2121. Its next visit is scheduled for 2038.Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/science/nasa-confirms-180-foot-asteroid-racing-at-39205-mph-to-fly-past-earth-on-this-date-1756368287821">NASA confirms 180-foot asteroid racing at 39,205 mph to fly past Earth</a> &nbsp;<h2>NASA Asteroid&nbsp;Warning 2025</h2> Asteroid 2025 QD8 is a near-Earth asteroid, one of over 40,000 that NASA has observed and recorded since 1980. All asteroids whose orbits bring them within 195 million kilometres of the Sun are classified as NEOs. Since they are constantly roaming around us, they make regular trips to Earth. NASA regularly observes these space rocks to be prepared in case any one of them poses a threat. The space agency and others around the world have been working on technology to intercept a dangerous asteroid. The DART mission, or the Double Asteroid Redirection Test, smashed into Dimorphos, an asteroid moonlet, successfully changing its path. Later studies showed that its shape had changed, and the impact had released massive amounts of debris, which could soon return to Earth as a meteor shower.

NASA asteroid tracker and warning 2025: Asteroid 2025 QD8 is hurtling towards Earth and will come extremely close this week. Does it pose a threat? Why does NASA study asteroids, and what can it do to fight asteroids?

NASA has said that an asteroid will make a close flyby of Earth on September 3. Asteroid 2025 QD8 will pass within 218,000 kilometres of Earth at 10:57 am ET. That's close, about 57 per cent of the average distance between Earth and the Moon. Will it pose a threat to our planet? NASA’s Jet Propulsion Laboratory (JPL) said in an alert that the asteroid will come quite close to Earth. However, it won't be a danger to us. But this is a chance to study an asteroid up close because of the eerily close distance it will be from us. Asteroid 2025 QD8 is 71 feet wide and travelling at a speed of 45,000 kilometres per hour. The Virtual Telescope Project 2.0 will be hosting a livestream of the asteroid flyby using remotely controlled telescopes. You can catch the rock fly live in real time. Astronomers have already clicked some photos of the space rock. Also Read: Is 3I/ATLAS not alone? Scientist says an invisible ‘probe’ racing ahead of it could strike Mars Project founder and director Gianluca Masi caught the asteroid through the “Elana” telescope and captured a 120-second exposure of 2025 QD8. The 17-inch telescope observed the asteroid at a distance of 1.9 million kilometres. The image captured isn't much and only appears like the tip of a needle, as bright stars throng most of the image. This won't be 2025 QD8's last trip towards Earth, as several more rendezvous are set to occur in the coming years. European Space Agency’s Near-Earth Objects Coordination Centre said that it will keep showing up till the end of the century. Wednesday's encounter will be its closest ever to date based on its part records. The next time it will come this close will be in the year 2121. Its next visit is scheduled for 2038. Also Read: NASA confirms 180-foot asteroid racing at 39,205 mph to fly past Earth NASA Asteroid Warning 2025 Asteroid 2025 QD8 is a near-Earth asteroid, one of over 40,000 that NASA has observed and recorded since 1980. All asteroids whose orbits bring them within 195 million kilometres of the Sun are classified as NEOs. Since they are constantly roaming around us, they make regular trips to Earth. NASA regularly observes these space rocks to be prepared in case any one of them poses a threat. The space agency and others around the world have been working on technology to intercept a dangerous asteroid. The DART mission, or the Double Asteroid Redirection Test, smashed into Dimorphos, an asteroid moonlet, successfully changing its path. Later studies showed that its shape had changed, and the impact had released massive amounts of debris, which could soon return to Earth as a meteor shower.

NASA asteroid tracker and warning 2025 - Asteroid 2025 QD8 is hurtling towards Earth and will come extremely close this week. Does it pose a threat? Why does NASA study asteroids, and what can it do to fight asteroids?

Asteroid 2025 QD8 hurtling towards Earth will come eerily close this week. Does it pose a threat?

One problem that astronauts face in space is dealing with their dirty laundry, because so far, there is no mechanism to make washing clothes in space possible. But a team of Chinese scientists is now working on a solution. The team in Beijing claimed that it is making a compact, detergent-free washing machine that cleans clothes with mist and ozone using almost no water.&nbsp;Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/judge-declares-trump-s-use-of-troops-in-la-illegal-says-1756820767115">Judge declares Trump's use of troops in LA illegal, says…</a>&nbsp;The device under process is cube-shaped and is a bit larger than a carry-on suitcase and weighs 12kg (26lbs), the team that developed it from the China Astronaut Research and Training Centre said, South China Morning Post reported. They also claimed that the device uses only 400ml of water per cycle to clean up to 800 grams of clothing.&nbsp;Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/trending/watch-mysterious-black-bags-thrown-from-white-house-window-sparks-online-theories-1756811700563">WATCH | Mysterious black bags thrown from White House window sparks theories</a>&nbsp;One thing to note here is, the device does not use any detergent. It uses an ultra-fine mist through ultrasonic atomisation. Writing in the latest issue of Chinese Journal of Space Science, the researchers said their system could reduce the weight of clothing taken on missions.&nbsp;&nbsp;“For a 15-year station mission, a three-person crew would go through about 3,383kg of clothing,” the paper said.&nbsp;Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/vikram-chip-at-semicon-india-2025-india-fired-first-shot-in-global-chip-wars-here-is-why-it-s-not-just-another-science-story-1756812544584">India fired first shot in 'chip wars' with Vikram chip. Why Semicon 2025 matters</a>&nbsp;“Looking ahead to long-term stays on the moon or trips to Mars, developing on-board laundry technology will be crucial to reducing the huge amount of clothing that needs to be sent up from Earth," it added.&nbsp;&nbsp;Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/what-will-you-do-trump-putin-thumbs-his-nose-at-us-with-a-massive-china-gas-pipeline-deal-while-us-prez-punishes-india-1756807379169">What will you do, Trump? Putin thumbs his nose at US with a MASSIVE China gas pipeline deal, while US prez punishes India</a>&nbsp;

Have you ever thought about how astronauts do their laundry? They do not. Not yet, at least. But a team of Chinese scientists is making a washing machine that will work in space, and that too without detergent. 

One problem that astronauts face in space is dealing with their dirty laundry, because so far, there is no mechanism to make washing clothes in space possible. But a team of Chinese scientists is now working on a solution. The team in Beijing claimed that it is making a compact, detergent-free washing machine that cleans clothes with mist and ozone using almost no water. Also read: Judge declares Trump's use of troops in LA illegal, says… The device under process is cube-shaped and is a bit larger than a carry-on suitcase and weighs 12kg (26lbs), the team that developed it from the China Astronaut Research and Training Centre said, South China Morning Post reported. They also claimed that the device uses only 400ml of water per cycle to clean up to 800 grams of clothing. Also read: WATCH | Mysterious black bags thrown from White House window sparks theories One thing to note here is, the device does not use any detergent. It uses an ultra-fine mist through ultrasonic atomisation. Writing in the latest issue of Chinese Journal of Space Science, the researchers said their system could reduce the weight of clothing taken on missions. “For a 15-year station mission, a three-person crew would go through about 3,383kg of clothing,” the paper said. Also read: India fired first shot in 'chip wars' with Vikram chip. Why Semicon 2025 matters “Looking ahead to long-term stays on the moon or trips to Mars, developing on-board laundry technology will be crucial to reducing the huge amount of clothing that needs to be sent up from Earth," it added. Also read: What will you do, Trump? Putin thumbs his nose at US with a MASSIVE China gas pipeline deal, while US prez punishes India

Have you ever thought about how astronauts do their laundry? They don't. Not yet, at least. But a team of Chinese scientists is making a washing machine that will work in space, and that too without detergent.

How do astronauts do laundry? This team of Chinese scientists is making washing machine for humans in space

Interstellar object 3I/ATLAS unexpectedly brightened up even before it was officially observed. NASA's TESS spotted it in May, two months before Atlas. Within a month, its brightness shot up five times. Scientists say this is not common with comets. Could this be another anomaly?

Interstellar object 3I/ATLAS unexpectedly brightened up even before it was officially observed. NASA's TESS spotted it in May, two months before Atlas. Within a month, its brightness shot up five times. Scientists say this is not common with comets. Could this be another anomaly?

What is 3I/ATLAS up to? NASA detects sinister anomaly in interstellar object in precovery data

A high school student in France can time-travel, going back to the past and even the future. She is not taking the trip physically, but mentally. This phenomenon is known as hyperthymesia. The report, published in Neurocase, details how the girl can go back to the past, recalling everything in vivid detail, and also visit the future that was imaginary yet detailed. This happens because of an extremely rare condition that allows the person to piece together every detail from an incident that happened years ago, even packing in the emotional feelings at the time and how one smelled, looked and reacted. Researchers Valentina La Corte, Pascale Piolino, and Laurent Cohen from French institutions, such as the Paris Brain Institute and the Université Paris Cité, studied this young girl to understand how she does it, and its future applications. The 17-year-old has been referred to as TL in the study. She has always known that her memory is different from others. TL could mentally revisit past events, recounting the tiniest things in detail. However, no one believed her.&nbsp;TL has an autobiographical memory, which is the ability to travel through time and space and recall personal experiences and events. The researchers met TL, and she revealed some astounding things to them. She says her revisiting past memories is not random. Her internal world has boxes for different kinds of incidents, which are all compartmentalised. TL says her memories are "stored in a large, rectangular white room with a low ceiling." There are sections for family life, vacations, friends, school, her toys and more. There are tags with things she received from others, with the date she got it and the name of the person who gave it to her. She can even recall the emotions she and others would have felt at the time. While the events she connected with emotionally were in a white room, those linked to logic and academics were a "black memory" and needed effort to be recalled.Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/trending/is-gen-z-really-the-saddest-generation-new-study-finds-young-adults-are-unhappier-than-the-middle-aged-1756792796188">Is Gen Z really the saddest generation? New study finds young adults are unhappier than the middle-aged</a>&nbsp;<h2>Time-travelling girl has rooms in internal memory for different things</h2>TL even has three additional rooms in her internal world - a cold “pack ice” room to help her get rid of anger, an empty “problems room” for thinking and an uncomfortable “military room,” which was born out of guilt since her father used to be away for military service. To understand how TL's autobiographical memory functioned, she was given two tasks. She was told to recall events from her childhood and adolescence, and she revealed highly specific details. In the second task, the researchers analysed her ability to recall or imagine scenes from both the past and the future. She did wonderfully again, and her imagined future was also extremely detailed and felt real, and carried a strong feeling of “pre-experience". Scientists say such cases can help provide direction for future research.

A teenage girl in France can time-travel, going back to her past and the future. She has the strange ability to move across time and space and access specific memories in vivid detail, even recalling how something felt emotionally. Her future accounts feel very real. 

A high school student in France can time-travel, going back to the past and even the future. She is not taking the trip physically, but mentally. This phenomenon is known as hyperthymesia. The report, published in Neurocase, details how the girl can go back to the past, recalling everything in vivid detail, and also visit the future that was imaginary yet detailed. This happens because of an extremely rare condition that allows the person to piece together every detail from an incident that happened years ago, even packing in the emotional feelings at the time and how one smelled, looked and reacted. Researchers Valentina La Corte, Pascale Piolino, and Laurent Cohen from French institutions, such as the Paris Brain Institute and the Université Paris Cité, studied this young girl to understand how she does it, and its future applications. The 17-year-old has been referred to as TL in the study. She has always known that her memory is different from others. TL could mentally revisit past events, recounting the tiniest things in detail. However, no one believed her. TL has an autobiographical memory, which is the ability to travel through time and space and recall personal experiences and events. The researchers met TL, and she revealed some astounding things to them. She says her revisiting past memories is not random. Her internal world has boxes for different kinds of incidents, which are all compartmentalised. TL says her memories are "stored in a large, rectangular white room with a low ceiling." There are sections for family life, vacations, friends, school, her toys and more. There are tags with things she received from others, with the date she got it and the name of the person who gave it to her. She can even recall the emotions she and others would have felt at the time. While the events she connected with emotionally were in a white room, those linked to logic and academics were a "black memory" and needed effort to be recalled. Also Read: Is Gen Z really the saddest generation? New study finds young adults are unhappier than the middle-aged Time-travelling girl has rooms in internal memory for different things TL even has three additional rooms in her internal world - a cold “pack ice” room to help her get rid of anger, an empty “problems room” for thinking and an uncomfortable “military room,” which was born out of guilt since her father used to be away for military service. To understand how TL's autobiographical memory functioned, she was given two tasks. She was told to recall events from her childhood and adolescence, and she revealed highly specific details. In the second task, the researchers analysed her ability to recall or imagine scenes from both the past and the future. She did wonderfully again, and her imagined future was also extremely detailed and felt real, and carried a strong feeling of “pre-experience". Scientists say such cases can help provide direction for future research.

A teenage girl in France can time-travel, going back to her past and the future. She has the strange ability to move across time and space and access specific memories in vivid detail, even recalling how something felt emotionally. Her future accounts feel very real.&nbsp;

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