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<p>The brains of psychopaths are different from a normal person, a study has found. Certain specifications in their brain are not the same as most people, and this could be a contributing factor in making them psychopaths. People diagnosed with the conditions are often known to exhibit violent behaviour that can sometimes border on the extreme. Psychopaths are not always apparent to the world. Such people can have sudden outbursts. Sometimes their behaviour can prove to be harmful to others. Researchers from German and American universities used the Julich-Brain Atlas to identify specific brain structures in such people to understand their link with antisocial behaviour. They identified distinct neural networks pointing at structural brain differences in psychopaths. The study was carried out by scientists from Forschungszentrum Jülich, RWTH Aachen University, Heinrich-Heine-University Düsseldorf, Georg-August University (Germany), and the University of Pennsylvania on 39 men diagnosed with psychopathy. Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/science/having-too-many-bad-dreams-you-might-be-ageing-faster-than-others-1752574255678"><strong>'Our sleeping brains...': Too many bad dreams? You might be ageing faster than others</strong></a></p><h2><strong>Brain regions of psychopaths are not same as regular people</strong></h2><p>The researchers analysed their structural MRI scans and compared them to a control group with matching key characteristics. They used the Psychopathy Check-List (PCL-R) tool to look at two primary components: interpersonal-affective traits (factor 1) and lifestyle-antisocial behaviour (factor 2). Individuals with higher scores on factor 2 are known to have antisocial tendencies. The study found that such people had reduced volumes in several brain regions, like the basal ganglia, thalamus and basal forebrain, along with a similar occurrence in parts of the brainstem (pons), cerebellum, and cortical regions. All these brain regions are responsible for helping a person regulate their emotions, impulse control and social behaviour. Factor 1 traits, such as pathological lying and lack of empathy, had weaker associations.</p><h2><strong>Who is a psychopath?</strong></h2><p>When the two groups were compared, a significant reduction in total brain volume was noted in the psychopathy group. The major difference in volume was seen in the right subiculum, a part of the hippocampus involved in memory. Scientists concluded that there was a strong neurobiological link between antisocial behaviour and reduced brain volume across widespread regions. The latest research builds on the neuropsychobiological correlates of aggression. A more in-depth study of the same will be carried out by the universities at Heidelberg and Frankfurt next year.&nbsp;<br>&nbsp;</p>

Who is a psychopath? What makes a person a psychopath? Scientists studied the brains of such people and tried to figure out why they acted the way they did, and what makes them antisocial. They found that their brains were different from a regular person.

The brains of psychopaths are different from a normal person, a study has found. Certain specifications in their brain are not the same as most people, and this could be a contributing factor in making them psychopaths. People diagnosed with the conditions are often known to exhibit violent behaviour that can sometimes border on the extreme. Psychopaths are not always apparent to the world. Such people can have sudden outbursts. Sometimes their behaviour can prove to be harmful to others. Researchers from German and American universities used the Julich-Brain Atlas to identify specific brain structures in such people to understand their link with antisocial behaviour. They identified distinct neural networks pointing at structural brain differences in psychopaths. The study was carried out by scientists from Forschungszentrum Jülich, RWTH Aachen University, Heinrich-Heine-University Düsseldorf, Georg-August University (Germany), and the University of Pennsylvania on 39 men diagnosed with psychopathy. Also Read: 'Our sleeping brains...': Too many bad dreams? You might be ageing faster than others Brain regions of psychopaths are not same as regular people The researchers analysed their structural MRI scans and compared them to a control group with matching key characteristics. They used the Psychopathy Check-List (PCL-R) tool to look at two primary components: interpersonal-affective traits (factor 1) and lifestyle-antisocial behaviour (factor 2). Individuals with higher scores on factor 2 are known to have antisocial tendencies. The study found that such people had reduced volumes in several brain regions, like the basal ganglia, thalamus and basal forebrain, along with a similar occurrence in parts of the brainstem (pons), cerebellum, and cortical regions. All these brain regions are responsible for helping a person regulate their emotions, impulse control and social behaviour. Factor 1 traits, such as pathological lying and lack of empathy, had weaker associations. Who is a psychopath? When the two groups were compared, a significant reduction in total brain volume was noted in the psychopathy group. The major difference in volume was seen in the right subiculum, a part of the hippocampus involved in memory. Scientists concluded that there was a strong neurobiological link between antisocial behaviour and reduced brain volume across widespread regions. The latest research builds on the neuropsychobiological correlates of aggression. A more in-depth study of the same will be carried out by the universities at Heidelberg and Frankfurt next year.

<p>Who is a psychopath? What makes a person a psychopath? Scientists studied the brains of such people and tried to figure out why they acted the way they did, and what makes them antisocial. They found that their brains were different from a regular person's.</p>

What makes a person PSYCHOPATH? Scientists reveal the problem with their brain

<p>Climate change is making storms on the US East Coast stronger and more destructive, a study has found. The nor’easters bring terrible rain, snow and flooding to this part of the US between September and April. Climate pollution is supercharging these storms, creating life-threatening conditions on this coast. Nor’easters are formed because of the clash between cold Arctic air from the north and warmer, moist air from the Atlantic Ocean. The US East Coast has witnessed some terrible storms over the last few decades, so much so that their names are equally scary as the havoc they wreaked. One such storm was the “Storm of the Century” in March 1993. Packing winds that blew at more than 100 mph, the storm dumped almost 60 inches of snow and killed more than 200 people. Another was the “Snowmageddon” in 2010 that affected Pennsylvania, Maryland, Virginia and West Virginia, killing 41 people. The destruction was also huge, and people went without power for days. Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/trending/ice-age-formation-created-earth-largest-waterfall-that-is-under-ocean-1752557890521"><strong>11,500-year-old formation set off Earth's largest waterfall that is invisible to human eye</strong></a></p><h2><strong>Scientist stuck in Snowmageddon had a light-bulb moment</strong></h2><p>One of the authors of the study, Michael Mann, a climate scientist at the University of Pennsylvania, found himself stuck in Snowmageddon at a hotel room in Philadelphia. For three days, he could not go anywhere, and this led him to wonder about the link between global warming and the storms on the East Coast. As Earth warms, the number of nor’easters is expected to go down since the temperature contrast would be less to fuel the storms. This is because the Arctic is heating up faster than the rest of the Northern Hemisphere. While the number of storms in a warming world is often a point of focus in scientific studies, the intensity has often been ignored, Mann said. Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/trending/scientists-reveal-ghost-under-oman-forcibly-changed-india-s-direction-40-million-years-ago-1752313684421"><strong>Why is India where it is? Because 'ghost' force under Oman pushed it 40 million years ago</strong></a></p><h2><strong>Storms had become stronger in 85 years</strong></h2><p>To try and understand how storms had changed over the years, Mann and his team pulled out historical data from between 1940 and 2025, and used a cyclone tracking algorithm to analyse the behaviour of nor’easters. A total of 900 such storms were listed in the atlas, and they found that the maximum windspeed of the most intense nor’easters had increased by around 6 per cent since 1940. Considering the length of the period was 85 years, this change might look minor. However, on the ground, that equates to a 20 per cent increase in the storm’s destructive potential, Mann said. “That’s substantial.” The study was published Monday in the Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Mann says the intensifying storms can be blamed on "basic physics". Oceans and air are becoming warmer, leading to more evaporation, adding moisture to the atmosphere. This leads to the dumping of more rain and snow. Mann has warned that current estimates for floods on the East Coast are highly underestimated. “Nor’easters have been neglected, and that’s another contribution to increased coastal risk that we haven’t really been focusing on enough,” Mann added. Experts call for better preparedness, especially among coastal communities on the East Coast, as storms become stronger.<br>&nbsp;</p>

Storms on the US East Coast, also known as nor’easters, are becoming stronger every year. There have been the "Snowmageddon” and the “Storm of the Century”, which are a result of climate change. Scientists have warned of a dramatic escalation in storms in the coming years. 

Climate change is making storms on the US East Coast stronger and more destructive, a study has found. The nor’easters bring terrible rain, snow and flooding to this part of the US between September and April. Climate pollution is supercharging these storms, creating life-threatening conditions on this coast. Nor’easters are formed because of the clash between cold Arctic air from the north and warmer, moist air from the Atlantic Ocean. The US East Coast has witnessed some terrible storms over the last few decades, so much so that their names are equally scary as the havoc they wreaked. One such storm was the “Storm of the Century” in March 1993. Packing winds that blew at more than 100 mph, the storm dumped almost 60 inches of snow and killed more than 200 people. Another was the “Snowmageddon” in 2010 that affected Pennsylvania, Maryland, Virginia and West Virginia, killing 41 people. The destruction was also huge, and people went without power for days. Also Read: 11,500-year-old formation set off Earth's largest waterfall that is invisible to human eye Scientist stuck in Snowmageddon had a light-bulb moment One of the authors of the study, Michael Mann, a climate scientist at the University of Pennsylvania, found himself stuck in Snowmageddon at a hotel room in Philadelphia. For three days, he could not go anywhere, and this led him to wonder about the link between global warming and the storms on the East Coast. As Earth warms, the number of nor’easters is expected to go down since the temperature contrast would be less to fuel the storms. This is because the Arctic is heating up faster than the rest of the Northern Hemisphere. While the number of storms in a warming world is often a point of focus in scientific studies, the intensity has often been ignored, Mann said. Also Read: Why is India where it is? Because 'ghost' force under Oman pushed it 40 million years ago Storms had become stronger in 85 years To try and understand how storms had changed over the years, Mann and his team pulled out historical data from between 1940 and 2025, and used a cyclone tracking algorithm to analyse the behaviour of nor’easters. A total of 900 such storms were listed in the atlas, and they found that the maximum windspeed of the most intense nor’easters had increased by around 6 per cent since 1940. Considering the length of the period was 85 years, this change might look minor. However, on the ground, that equates to a 20 per cent increase in the storm’s destructive potential, Mann said. “That’s substantial.” The study was published Monday in the Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences. Mann says the intensifying storms can be blamed on "basic physics". Oceans and air are becoming warmer, leading to more evaporation, adding moisture to the atmosphere. This leads to the dumping of more rain and snow. Mann has warned that current estimates for floods on the East Coast are highly underestimated. “Nor’easters have been neglected, and that’s another contribution to increased coastal risk that we haven’t really been focusing on enough,” Mann added. Experts call for better preparedness, especially among coastal communities on the East Coast, as storms become stronger.

<p>Storms on the US East Coast, also known as nor’easters, are becoming stronger every year. There have been the "Snowmageddon” and the “Storm of the Century”, which are a result of climate change. Scientists have warned of a dramatic escalation in storms in the coming years.&nbsp;</p>

Buckle up East Coasters! An even stronger 'storm of the century' is coming

<p>A Chinese satellite that has remained a mystery to scientists across the world vanished from radar after being launched almost a week ago. None of the space tracking systems could locate the mysterious satellite. Now, after six days, it has finally been spotted hovering in orbit, Gizmodo reported. Shiyan-28B has been found parked in an unusually low orbit, adding to the mystery around the satellite. While Beijing claims it is meant to test new technologies, its position in an unique inclination has led experts to debate its real purpose. Shiyan-28B 01 is part of China's experimental Shiyan series and was launched from the Xichang Satellite Launch Centre on July 3. China says the Shiyan mission has been designed to explore the space environment. Experts say that after being launched, a satellite normally shows up on space tracking systems in a day or two. But the Chinese satellite eluded detection for days. Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/science/voyager-1-at-one-light-day-spacecraft-to-hit-astonishing-milestone-after-49-years-1752561939383"><strong>Voyager 1 at one light-day: Spacecraft to reach unthinkable milestone after 49 years</strong></a></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>On July 9, it finally revealed itself. The U.S. Space Force’s Space Domain Awareness unit saw Shiyan-28B 01 six days after its launch. Astrophysicist Jonathan McDowell wrote on X that the Chinese satellite was located in a 794 by 796 kilometre orbit with an 11-degree inclination. At the time of the launch, the Chinese satellite was expected to be tilted at a 35-degree inclination relative to Earth’s equator. However, now it is lying in an unusually low orbit. McDowell says that this unique position suggests that the rocket changed direction midway through ascent, and its second stage performed three burns to reduce inclination. Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/trending/scientists-reveal-ghost-under-oman-forcibly-changed-india-s-direction-40-million-years-ago-1752313684421"><strong>Why is India where it is? Because 'ghost' force under Oman pushed it 40 million years ago</strong></a><br>&nbsp;</p><h2><strong>China is racing ahead of everyone with its space mission</strong></h2><p>According to SpaceNews, China has never used such a low-inclination orbit before. So what was the purpose of this sudden change during descent, and why does it seek to fulfil in this low inclination is not clear. Its current inclination suggests that the satellite will pass over parts of the South China Sea and the Indian Ocean. The usual regional monitoring or communication tests could be the primary aim of the satellite. China has been zinging ahead in space by leaps and bounds. Recently, two Chinese satellites performed a docking manoeuvre for an orbital refuelling experiment. This can keep the satellite in orbit for a longer time. The country has also announced its plans to retrieve samples from Mars, an area where &nbsp;NASA is still lagging. China has often carried out secretive manoeuvres in orbit in an effort to evade scrutiny. NASA is watching China's latest satellite and what it aims to achieve with it.&nbsp;</p>

China launched a satellite on July 3, and it did not show up on space tracking systems until July 9. Scientists in other countries are worried about this satellite, whose purpose is not clear. It is hanging extremely low, leaving the West wondering about Shiyan-28B.

A Chinese satellite that has remained a mystery to scientists across the world vanished from radar after being launched almost a week ago. None of the space tracking systems could locate the mysterious satellite. Now, after six days, it has finally been spotted hovering in orbit, Gizmodo reported. Shiyan-28B has been found parked in an unusually low orbit, adding to the mystery around the satellite. While Beijing claims it is meant to test new technologies, its position in an unique inclination has led experts to debate its real purpose. Shiyan-28B 01 is part of China's experimental Shiyan series and was launched from the Xichang Satellite Launch Centre on July 3. China says the Shiyan mission has been designed to explore the space environment. Experts say that after being launched, a satellite normally shows up on space tracking systems in a day or two. But the Chinese satellite eluded detection for days. Also Read: Voyager 1 at one light-day: Spacecraft to reach unthinkable milestone after 49 years On July 9, it finally revealed itself. The U.S. Space Force’s Space Domain Awareness unit saw Shiyan-28B 01 six days after its launch. Astrophysicist Jonathan McDowell wrote on X that the Chinese satellite was located in a 794 by 796 kilometre orbit with an 11-degree inclination. At the time of the launch, the Chinese satellite was expected to be tilted at a 35-degree inclination relative to Earth’s equator. However, now it is lying in an unusually low orbit. McDowell says that this unique position suggests that the rocket changed direction midway through ascent, and its second stage performed three burns to reduce inclination. Also Read: Why is India where it is? Because 'ghost' force under Oman pushed it 40 million years ago China is racing ahead of everyone with its space mission According to SpaceNews, China has never used such a low-inclination orbit before. So what was the purpose of this sudden change during descent, and why does it seek to fulfil in this low inclination is not clear. Its current inclination suggests that the satellite will pass over parts of the South China Sea and the Indian Ocean. The usual regional monitoring or communication tests could be the primary aim of the satellite. China has been zinging ahead in space by leaps and bounds. Recently, two Chinese satellites performed a docking manoeuvre for an orbital refuelling experiment. This can keep the satellite in orbit for a longer time. The country has also announced its plans to retrieve samples from Mars, an area where NASA is still lagging. China has often carried out secretive manoeuvres in orbit in an effort to evade scrutiny. NASA is watching China's latest satellite and what it aims to achieve with it.

<p>China launched a satellite on July 3, and it did not show up on space tracking systems until July 9. Scientists in other countries are worried about this satellite, whose purpose is not clear. It is hanging extremely low, leaving the West wondering about Shiyan-28B.</p>

Chinese satellite lost to the world reveals itself hanging in an extremely strange orbit

<p>Nightmares are often ignored as just a bad dream. Just like one has happy dreams, the creepy and scary ones are also seen as part of the game. However, a study has now found that nightmares might not just be a one-night thing, but can affect the person having them in the long run. Researchers from the European Academy of Neurology last month said in Helsinki that people who have frequent bad dreams age faster biologically. They said that their bodies underwent more wear and tear and suffered from "significantly accelerated biological ageing" when compared to another person of the same age who did not have nightmares as frequently. Dr Abidemi Otaiku, PhD, a clinical research fellow in the Department of Brain Sciences at Imperial College London, revealed the results that are a part of a health study in the US. A total of &nbsp;2,429 children aged eight to 10 and 183,012 adults aged 26 to 86 participated in the study on nightmares.&nbsp;</p><h2><strong>Nightmares age you faster</strong></h2><p>Otaiku noted that adults who had nightmares three or more times a week had a higher chance of dying before the age of 70. Shockingly, the frequency of nightmares emerged to be a stronger predictor of premature death than smoking, obesity, and poor nutrition. Otaiku admitted that "people with nightmares do have a higher number of chronic conditions," but even when these factors were removed, " the link between nightmares and premature death remained significant." Otaiku has been diving into the study of nightmares and their potential impact on our health for a long time. One of his earlier studies found a link between older adults having nightmares and developing Parkinson’s and dementia. Those who reported having nightmares once a week were twice as likely to develop Parkinson’s, and four times as likely to develop dementia in the next decade. In children aged between 7 and 11, frequent nightmares indicated cognitive decline by the age of 50.</p><h2><strong>Stress hormone and poor sleep quality</strong></h2><p>Other studies also found similar effects of nightmares on human health, which led Otaiku to carry out an in-depth study into the extent of the link. He wanted to understand whether faster ageing because of nightmares was causing health problems. He found that this was certainly the case, as displayed by the telomeres or the DNA sequences. This is because nightmares seem real to our brains. “Our sleeping brains cannot distinguish dreams from reality. That’s why nightmares often wake us up … because our fight-or-flight response has been triggered. This stress reaction can be even more intense than anything we experience while awake," Otaiku said in a press release. When we have nightmares, our body releases the stress hormone cortisol. Besides this, overnight cellular restoration is also affected because of poor sleep quality.&nbsp;</p>

Frequent nightmares not only disturb your sleep but also affect your health. Bad dreams can impact you in the real world because the brain thinks that everything happening in the nightmare is real. This ages you faster and can lead to several diseases.  

Nightmares are often ignored as just a bad dream. Just like one has happy dreams, the creepy and scary ones are also seen as part of the game. However, a study has now found that nightmares might not just be a one-night thing, but can affect the person having them in the long run. Researchers from the European Academy of Neurology last month said in Helsinki that people who have frequent bad dreams age faster biologically. They said that their bodies underwent more wear and tear and suffered from "significantly accelerated biological ageing" when compared to another person of the same age who did not have nightmares as frequently. Dr Abidemi Otaiku, PhD, a clinical research fellow in the Department of Brain Sciences at Imperial College London, revealed the results that are a part of a health study in the US. A total of 2,429 children aged eight to 10 and 183,012 adults aged 26 to 86 participated in the study on nightmares. Nightmares age you faster Otaiku noted that adults who had nightmares three or more times a week had a higher chance of dying before the age of 70. Shockingly, the frequency of nightmares emerged to be a stronger predictor of premature death than smoking, obesity, and poor nutrition. Otaiku admitted that "people with nightmares do have a higher number of chronic conditions," but even when these factors were removed, " the link between nightmares and premature death remained significant." Otaiku has been diving into the study of nightmares and their potential impact on our health for a long time. One of his earlier studies found a link between older adults having nightmares and developing Parkinson’s and dementia. Those who reported having nightmares once a week were twice as likely to develop Parkinson’s, and four times as likely to develop dementia in the next decade. In children aged between 7 and 11, frequent nightmares indicated cognitive decline by the age of 50. Stress hormone and poor sleep quality Other studies also found similar effects of nightmares on human health, which led Otaiku to carry out an in-depth study into the extent of the link. He wanted to understand whether faster ageing because of nightmares was causing health problems. He found that this was certainly the case, as displayed by the telomeres or the DNA sequences. This is because nightmares seem real to our brains. “Our sleeping brains cannot distinguish dreams from reality. That’s why nightmares often wake us up … because our fight-or-flight response has been triggered. This stress reaction can be even more intense than anything we experience while awake," Otaiku said in a press release. When we have nightmares, our body releases the stress hormone cortisol. Besides this, overnight cellular restoration is also affected because of poor sleep quality.

<p>Frequent nightmares not only disturb your sleep but also affect your health. Bad dreams can impact you in the real world because the brain thinks that everything happening in the nightmare is real. This ages you faster and can lead to several diseases. &nbsp;</p>

'Our sleeping brains...': Too many bad dreams? You might be ageing faster than others

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Voyager 1 was launched in 1977, and after 49 years of travelling, it will reach a milestone in space that was once thought unachievable. The spacecraft is still going strong, and in 2026, it will make yet another record, one of light-day proportions. 

Voyager 1, the spacecraft that took off from Earth in 1977 and is today careening through the vast expanse of interstellar space, is gearing up to reach a historic point in the universe. In November 2026, Voyager 1 will become the first man-made spacecraft to travel to a mark that is one light-day from Earth - a point light takes an entire day to reach from our planet. NASA's spacecraft is still going strong even after 48 years. It has accomplished several milestones in this time, and the one set to occur in 2026 will be the highlight of its space journey. Right now, Voyager 1 is around 24 billion kilometres from Earth and travelling at a speed of 61,195 kilometres per hour. That's slow in space, but still effective for Voyager. It is the most distant human-made object from Earth. One of its many aims is to encounter alien life. In preparation for that day, the Voyager is carrying a Golden Record with a message from humans. Also Read: Voyager spacecraft crossed 'wall of fire' to reach interstellar space. What is it? Voyager 1 and the wall of fire In 2026, Voyager 1 will be 25.9 billion kilometres from Earth. If light is beamed from Earth towards Voyager at this point, it will take exactly 24 hours to reach it. It would be a defining moment in human space exploration and its journey so far in exploring the expanse of the universe. The momentous occasion is still over a year away, but scientists are already eagerly preparing for it. Voyager 1 and Voyager 2 have achieved several important points in space and also shed light on the planets in the solar system as they visited them on their way to outer space. When the Voyager probes reached the heliopause, the edge of the heliosphere, they encountered temperatures of 54,000-90,000 degrees Fahrenheit. This point is also called the “wall of fire” because of the extreme temperatures. Despite the high heat, they survived and, as per NASA, Voyager 1 reached the interstellar boundary in 2012. After it crossed the heliosphere, the protective bubble of solar wind, it started sending data about outer space. Also Read: NASA fixes a 21-year-old fault aboard Voyager 1 that no one thought could ever be solved Till when will Voyager 1 work? Voyager 1 also made crucial discoveries at Jupiter and Saturn, where it found new moons and rings of the two planets. It photographed Jupiter in January 1979 and, in March, made its closest flyby of the planet at a distance of about 349,000 kilometres. Next was Saturn and Voyager 1, the ringed planet, in November 1980, with the closest approach on November 12, 1980. NASA is doing all it can to keep it going for as many years as possible. The spacecraft is expected to remain strong until the 2030s at least, after which its systems will die down. Recently, the space agency managed to revive thrusters aboard the Voyager 1 spacecraft that stopped working in 2004. There is a range of scientific instruments on board Voyager 1 that help it send back data from interstellar space. To increase its life, many of its instruments have been turned off to conserve power. Voyager 1 has proven that it is a marvellous feat designed by humans, having endured radiation and the harsh environment of space.

<p>Voyager 1 was launched in 1977, and after 49 years of travelling, it will reach a milestone in space that was once thought unachievable. The spacecraft is still going strong, and in 2026, it will make yet another record, one of light-day proportions.&nbsp;</p>

Voyager 1 at one light-day: Spacecraft to reach unthinkable milestone after 49 years

<p>Earth's largest waterfall is hiding in the ocean. The Denmark Strait cataract is buried inside Arctic waters and stretches over 11,500 feet. In comparison, the Niagara Falls, comprising three parts, has its highest point measuring only 181 feet. Angel Falls, located in Venezuela, has a height of 3,212 feet and is the highest waterfall in the world. Yet, it dwarfs in front of the Denmark Strait, which, despite being gigantic, is not visible. The humongous fall has a mighty descent, but no one has ever heard its roar. It does not even release a mist to signal its presence. This waterfall lies between Iceland and Greenland and starts thousands of feet below the surface. The Denmark Strait cataract was discovered decades ago by testing the temperature and salinity profiles through the channel. It follows completely different principles from waterfalls found on land that form when rivers spill over cliffs. The Denmark Strait is a submarine cascade which is a result of the denser, colder water gushing in from the Nordic Sea. As it crashes downward into the Atlantic Ocean, it quickly spreads, with over 3.2 million cubic meters of water flowing per second. This is way more than the Amazon River’s flow into the Atlantic. Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/trending/scientists-reveal-ghost-under-oman-forcibly-changed-india-s-direction-40-million-years-ago-1752313684421"><strong>Why is India where it is? Because 'ghost' force under Oman pushed it 40 million years ago</strong></a></p><p>&nbsp;</p><h2><strong>The Last Ice Age carved the ridge 11,500 years ago</strong></h2><p>The plunge happens because of a submerged ridge left behind by glaciers during the Last Ice Age. This happened roughly 17,500 to 11,500 years ago. Over the years, glacial debris, volcanic eruptions and continuous currents have hardened it. As the water falls over it, a massive waterfall is created, which is nothing humans can even imagine. The Denmark Strait cataract is not simply the world's largest waterfall. Its presence miles under the ocean plays a crucial role in regulating the world's climate. As the world heats up, scientists warn that this waterfall could also undergo changes, triggering alterations in weather across the world. The channelling of cold water from the Nordic Sea into the Atlantic supports a process known as the Atlantic Meridional Overturning Circulation (AMOC). It is what dictates the weather patterns across the world by distributing heat and nutrients to all parts of the world. The ocean life would be very different without it, as would the low temperatures of Europe, and the marine life thriving in the world's oceans. In short, this undersea waterfall is vital to how the world functions. Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/science/is-a-rogue-planet-roaming-in-the-solar-system-dwarf-planet-sedna-2076-1752223198472"><strong>Scientists in race against time to reach outer world planet roaming in our solar system in 2076</strong></a></p><p>&nbsp;</p><h2><strong>Climate change and impact on Earth'</strong>s largest waterfall</h2><p>However, climate change is threatening the Denmark Strait cataract also. The warming Arctic waters could affect the salinity and temperature of the ocean water that flows into this portion of the ocean. This could upset the waterfall's flow, slowing it down or changing it entirely. If this happens, weather patterns will be altered, ocean temperatures would go up, and hurricanes would get stronger and might even veer off on unknown paths. Marine scientist Anna Sanchez Vidal highlights one place which is already feeling the effects of changes on the undersea waterfall. “A good example is on the Catalan coast, where the decrease in the number of tramontane days in winter in the Gulf of Lion and north of the Catalan coast is causing a weakening of this oceanographic process, which is decisive in regulating the climate and has a great impact on deep ecosystems,” she says.&nbsp;</p>

Not Niagara Falls, not Angel Falls, but the worlds largest waterfall is one that humans cannot even see, and will never in their lifetime. The secret waterfall might be hidden, yet it impacts how Earth functions. Where is the worlds largest waterfall? 

Earth's largest waterfall is hiding in the ocean. The Denmark Strait cataract is buried inside Arctic waters and stretches over 11,500 feet. In comparison, the Niagara Falls, comprising three parts, has its highest point measuring only 181 feet. Angel Falls, located in Venezuela, has a height of 3,212 feet and is the highest waterfall in the world. Yet, it dwarfs in front of the Denmark Strait, which, despite being gigantic, is not visible. The humongous fall has a mighty descent, but no one has ever heard its roar. It does not even release a mist to signal its presence. This waterfall lies between Iceland and Greenland and starts thousands of feet below the surface. The Denmark Strait cataract was discovered decades ago by testing the temperature and salinity profiles through the channel. It follows completely different principles from waterfalls found on land that form when rivers spill over cliffs. The Denmark Strait is a submarine cascade which is a result of the denser, colder water gushing in from the Nordic Sea. As it crashes downward into the Atlantic Ocean, it quickly spreads, with over 3.2 million cubic meters of water flowing per second. This is way more than the Amazon River’s flow into the Atlantic. Also Read: Why is India where it is? Because 'ghost' force under Oman pushed it 40 million years ago The Last Ice Age carved the ridge 11,500 years ago The plunge happens because of a submerged ridge left behind by glaciers during the Last Ice Age. This happened roughly 17,500 to 11,500 years ago. Over the years, glacial debris, volcanic eruptions and continuous currents have hardened it. As the water falls over it, a massive waterfall is created, which is nothing humans can even imagine. The Denmark Strait cataract is not simply the world's largest waterfall. Its presence miles under the ocean plays a crucial role in regulating the world's climate. As the world heats up, scientists warn that this waterfall could also undergo changes, triggering alterations in weather across the world. The channelling of cold water from the Nordic Sea into the Atlantic supports a process known as the Atlantic Meridional Overturning Circulation (AMOC). It is what dictates the weather patterns across the world by distributing heat and nutrients to all parts of the world. The ocean life would be very different without it, as would the low temperatures of Europe, and the marine life thriving in the world's oceans. In short, this undersea waterfall is vital to how the world functions. Also Read: Scientists in race against time to reach outer world planet roaming in our solar system in 2076 Climate change and impact on Earth's largest waterfall However, climate change is threatening the Denmark Strait cataract also. The warming Arctic waters could affect the salinity and temperature of the ocean water that flows into this portion of the ocean. This could upset the waterfall's flow, slowing it down or changing it entirely. If this happens, weather patterns will be altered, ocean temperatures would go up, and hurricanes would get stronger and might even veer off on unknown paths. Marine scientist Anna Sanchez Vidal highlights one place which is already feeling the effects of changes on the undersea waterfall. “A good example is on the Catalan coast, where the decrease in the number of tramontane days in winter in the Gulf of Lion and north of the Catalan coast is causing a weakening of this oceanographic process, which is decisive in regulating the climate and has a great impact on deep ecosystems,” she says.

<p>Not Niagara Falls, not Angel Falls, but the world's largest waterfall is one that humans cannot even see, and will never in their lifetime. The secret waterfall might be hidden, yet it impacts how Earth functions. Where is the world's largest waterfall?&nbsp;</p>

World's largest waterfall is 11,500 feet high. Yet, you cannot see it. Here's why

<p>The company that brought back 'Game of Thrones' dire wolves now has plans to bring back from extinction a giant 12-foot-tall bird. Just a few months back, in April, Colossal Biosciences announced that it had brought back from the dead a wolf whose haunting howl hadn't been heard on Earth in over 12,500 years. Hidden from curious gawkers and media, somewhere on this planet roam three majestic dire wolves that are nothing short of a miracle, especially given that the last member of their species died out more than 12,500 years ago. The company behind this de-extinction has now set its sights on "Moa" a flightless 12ft (3.66 m) tall bird that once roamed New Zealand.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><h2><strong>What is a moa? Can bringing it back from the dead threaten humans?</strong></h2><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Moa, as mentioned above, was a flightless bird that once ranged across New Zealand. However, it was hunted to extinction by humans around 600 years ago. The giant bird, as per estimates, stood up to 12 ft (3.6 m) tall and weighed somewhere around 230 kg (500 lbs).</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>The bird, however large it may be, does not pose humans any threat. According to the National Institutes of Health (NIH) it was primarily a herbivore and ate leaves, fruits or fibrous materials from trees and shrubs. It must be noted that bringing it back would have implications, positive ones. The giant bird was what is known as a cornerstone species. It's grazing and browsing actually helped prune and shape the jungle flora where it lived. Moreover, moas were also prolific spreaders of seeds from the plants they ate.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Their extinction also relates to the extinction of Haast's eagle, which almost exclusively hunted the moa. While de-extinction of the moa would not automatically bring back Haast's eagle, it could help at least partly restore the primal New Zealand woodlands.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><h2><strong>How will Colossal Biosciences bring back the moa from dead?</strong></h2><h2>&nbsp;</h2><p>Colossal Biosciences will bring back the giant bird exactly how it achieved the extinction of dire wolves: with the help of ancient DNA, cloning and gene-editing technology. As per a Time report, the company is working in collaboration with Ngāi Tahu Research Center, a group that was founded in 2011 to foster intellectual development and conduct scientific studies for and by the Ngāi Tahu tribe of the Indigenous Māori people to achieve Moa's de-extinction.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>According to Ben Lamm, CEO and co-founder of Colossal, "This is completely a Māori initiative". He added that "We feel like the Colossal team is an extension of the research center and the Māori." Meanwhile, Ngāi Tahu archaeologist Kyle Davis, who is working on the moa de-extinction project, reminisced that Moa is one of "those iconic species that feature in our tribal mythology, our storytelling, are very near and dear to us".</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>After the Moa, Colossal Biosciences also wants to bring back species like the Tasmanian Tiger, the Dodo bird and the Wooly mammoth.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p>

Somewhere on this planet roam three majestic dire wolves that are nothing short of a miracle, especially given that the last member of their species died out more than 12,500 years ago. The company behind this de-extinction has now set its sights on "Moa" a flightless 12ft (3.66 m) tall bird.

The company that brought back 'Game of Thrones' dire wolves now has plans to bring back from extinction a giant 12-foot-tall bird. Just a few months back, in April, Colossal Biosciences announced that it had brought back from the dead a wolf whose haunting howl hadn't been heard on Earth in over 12,500 years. Hidden from curious gawkers and media, somewhere on this planet roam three majestic dire wolves that are nothing short of a miracle, especially given that the last member of their species died out more than 12,500 years ago. The company behind this de-extinction has now set its sights on "Moa" a flightless 12ft (3.66 m) tall bird that once roamed New Zealand. What is a moa? Can bringing it back from the dead threaten humans? Moa, as mentioned above, was a flightless bird that once ranged across New Zealand. However, it was hunted to extinction by humans around 600 years ago. The giant bird, as per estimates, stood up to 12 ft (3.6 m) tall and weighed somewhere around 230 kg (500 lbs). The bird, however large it may be, does not pose humans any threat. According to the National Institutes of Health (NIH) it was primarily a herbivore and ate leaves, fruits or fibrous materials from trees and shrubs. It must be noted that bringing it back would have implications, positive ones. The giant bird was what is known as a cornerstone species. It's grazing and browsing actually helped prune and shape the jungle flora where it lived. Moreover, moas were also prolific spreaders of seeds from the plants they ate. Their extinction also relates to the extinction of Haast's eagle, which almost exclusively hunted the moa. While de-extinction of the moa would not automatically bring back Haast's eagle, it could help at least partly restore the primal New Zealand woodlands. How will Colossal Biosciences bring back the moa from dead? Colossal Biosciences will bring back the giant bird exactly how it achieved the extinction of dire wolves: with the help of ancient DNA, cloning and gene-editing technology. As per a Time report, the company is working in collaboration with Ngāi Tahu Research Center, a group that was founded in 2011 to foster intellectual development and conduct scientific studies for and by the Ngāi Tahu tribe of the Indigenous Māori people to achieve Moa's de-extinction. According to Ben Lamm, CEO and co-founder of Colossal, "This is completely a Māori initiative". He added that "We feel like the Colossal team is an extension of the research center and the Māori." Meanwhile, Ngāi Tahu archaeologist Kyle Davis, who is working on the moa de-extinction project, reminisced that Moa is one of "those iconic species that feature in our tribal mythology, our storytelling, are very near and dear to us". After the Moa, Colossal Biosciences also wants to bring back species like the Tasmanian Tiger, the Dodo bird and the Wooly mammoth.

<p>Somewhere on this planet roam three majestic dire wolves that are nothing short of a miracle, especially given that the last member of their species died out more than 12,500 years ago. The company behind this de-extinction has now set its sights on "Moa" a flightless 12ft (3.66 m) tall bird.</p>

Scientists who 'de-extincted' dire wolf now want to bring back from dead THIS 12ft tall bird

<p>After NASA astronauts Sunita Williams and Butch Wilmore's 8 days space journey turned into a 286-day ordeal following their spacecraft suffering propulsion failures, forcing National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) to keep them aboard the International Space Station (ISS) until a safe return in 2025, everyone would be considering their journey as the longest time in space on a single mission of the all time. But, there are several astronauts whose number of days in space on a single mission is more than Sunita's.</p><p>From record-holder Valeri Polyakov to Andrew Morgan, there are several astronauts who resisted gravity for a number of months. So, here is the list of the top 10 astronauts who spent the longest time in space on a single mission.</p><p><strong>Watch: Shubhanshu Shukla and Axiom crew to return to Earth</strong></p><p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/videos/shubhanshu-shukla-and-axiom-crew-to-return-to-earth-1752484467578/embed">https://www.wionews.com/videos/shubhanshu-shukla-and-axiom-crew-to-return-to-earth-1752484467578/embed</a></p><p>&nbsp;</p><h3>1. Valeri Polyakov (437 days)</h3><p>The Russian cosmonaut secured the top post for spending the longest time in space, and holding the record for the longest single spaceflight. Polyakov remained 437 days aboard the Mir space station from January 8, 1994, to March 22, 1995. According to a report by the New Mexico Museum of Space History, he conducted 25 experiments on the effects of long-duration space travel, orbiting the Earth over 7,000 times before returning.</p><h3>2. Sergei Avdeyev (379 days)</h3><p>Sergei spent an impressive 379 days in space aboard the Mir space station between August 13, 1998, and August 28, 1999, during the Mir EO-17 and EO-18 missions. His stay was extended unexpectedly due to adjustments in another crew member’s schedule.</p><h3>3. Frank Rubio (371 days)</h3><p>NASA astronaut Frank Rubio set a new US spaceflight record by spending 371 consecutive days aboard the International Space Station (ISS). Originally planned as a six-month mission, but the duration was extended after a coolant leak on the Soyuz MS-22 spacecraft, which launched on September 21, 2022 and returned on September 27, 2023.</p><h3>4. Vladimir Titov and Musa Manarov (365 days)</h3><p>Musa Manarov and Vladimir Titov became the first humans to completely orbit around the sun while in space by spending 365 days, 22 hours, and 38 minutes in orbit from December 1987 to December 1988.</p><h3>5. Mark Vande Hei (355 days)</h3><p>He spent 355 days aboard the ISS, whose mission began on April 9, 2021, with Oleg Novitskiy and Pyotr Dubrov, and landed on Earth on March 30, 2022. He orbited Earth 5,680 times and travelled over 150 million miles during his mission. Amid the space mission, he also researched muscle loss and space farming, including growing chile peppers in microgravity.</p><h3>6. Scott Kelly and Mikhail Kornienko (340 days)</h3><p>Russian cosmonaut Mikhail Kornienko and NASA astronaut Scott Kelly completed a historic 340-day mission aboard the ISS in 2016. The “One-Year Mission” was launched on March 27, 2015, via Soyuz TMA-16M, focusing on human adaptation to space, conducting over 400 experiments on radiation, weightlessness, and isolation. Their findings in the 340 days of the space mission helped shape the plans of the NASA for Mars exploration.</p><h3>7. Christina Koch (328 days)</h3><p>Christina Koch, the NASA astronaut, spent her 328 days in space, began her space journey aboard Soyuz MS-12 on March 14, 2019, and completed on February 6, 2020, via Soyuz MS-13. She worked on cutting-edge research, including biological 3D printing and pharmaceutical studies, and finished six spacewalks, including the first all-female spacewalks, totalling 42 hours and 15 minutes.</p><h3>8. Peggy Whitson (289 days)</h3><p>Whitson spent 289 days aboard the ISS from November 17, 2016, to September 3, 2017, achieving the record for the longest single spaceflight by a woman at the time. She also holds the record for the most cumulative days in space, with a total of 675 days across multiple missions.</p><h3>9. Sunita Williams and Barry “Butch” Wilmore (286 days)</h3><p>NASA astronauts Sunita Williams and Barry Butch Wilmore completed an unplanned nine-month stay aboard the International Space Station (ISS), returning safely to Earth on Wednesday, March 19, 2025. Initially scheduled for a brief mission in June 2024, their trip was extended due to propulsion issues with their Boeing Starliner spacecraft. They ultimately made their return via the Crew-9 Dragon capsule, landing off the coast of Florida.</p><h3>10. Andrew Morgan (272 days)</h3><p>NASA astronaut Andrew Morgan spent a total of 272 days aboard the ISS, completing 4,352 orbits of Earth and travelling approximately 115 million miles. His mission involved significant scientific work across biology, Earth observation, and technological innovation. Morgan also carried out seven spacewalks, including crucial repairs on the Alpha Magnetic Spectrometer, an instrument vital to dark matter studies.</p><p>&nbsp;</p>

This article highlights a list of the top 10 astronauts with their groundbreaking missions in space who have contributed significantly to our understanding of the universe, extraterrestrial activities, and have also paved the way for future deep-space exploration.
 

After NASA astronauts Sunita Williams and Butch Wilmore's 8 days space journey turned into a 286-day ordeal following their spacecraft suffering propulsion failures, forcing National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) to keep them aboard the International Space Station (ISS) until a safe return in 2025, everyone would be considering their journey as the longest time in space on a single mission of the all time. But, there are several astronauts whose number of days in space on a single mission is more than Sunita's. From record-holder Valeri Polyakov to Andrew Morgan, there are several astronauts who resisted gravity for a number of months. So, here is the list of the top 10 astronauts who spent the longest time in space on a single mission. Watch: Shubhanshu Shukla and Axiom crew to return to Earth https://www.wionews.com/videos/shubhanshu-shukla-and-axiom-crew-to-return-to-earth-1752484467578/embed 1. Valeri Polyakov (437 days) The Russian cosmonaut secured the top post for spending the longest time in space, and holding the record for the longest single spaceflight. Polyakov remained 437 days aboard the Mir space station from January 8, 1994, to March 22, 1995. According to a report by the New Mexico Museum of Space History, he conducted 25 experiments on the effects of long-duration space travel, orbiting the Earth over 7,000 times before returning. 2. Sergei Avdeyev (379 days) Sergei spent an impressive 379 days in space aboard the Mir space station between August 13, 1998, and August 28, 1999, during the Mir EO-17 and EO-18 missions. His stay was extended unexpectedly due to adjustments in another crew member’s schedule. 3. Frank Rubio (371 days) NASA astronaut Frank Rubio set a new US spaceflight record by spending 371 consecutive days aboard the International Space Station (ISS). Originally planned as a six-month mission, but the duration was extended after a coolant leak on the Soyuz MS-22 spacecraft, which launched on September 21, 2022 and returned on September 27, 2023. 4. Vladimir Titov and Musa Manarov (365 days) Musa Manarov and Vladimir Titov became the first humans to completely orbit around the sun while in space by spending 365 days, 22 hours, and 38 minutes in orbit from December 1987 to December 1988. 5. Mark Vande Hei (355 days) He spent 355 days aboard the ISS, whose mission began on April 9, 2021, with Oleg Novitskiy and Pyotr Dubrov, and landed on Earth on March 30, 2022. He orbited Earth 5,680 times and travelled over 150 million miles during his mission. Amid the space mission, he also researched muscle loss and space farming, including growing chile peppers in microgravity. 6. Scott Kelly and Mikhail Kornienko (340 days) Russian cosmonaut Mikhail Kornienko and NASA astronaut Scott Kelly completed a historic 340-day mission aboard the ISS in 2016. The “One-Year Mission” was launched on March 27, 2015, via Soyuz TMA-16M, focusing on human adaptation to space, conducting over 400 experiments on radiation, weightlessness, and isolation. Their findings in the 340 days of the space mission helped shape the plans of the NASA for Mars exploration. 7. Christina Koch (328 days) Christina Koch, the NASA astronaut, spent her 328 days in space, began her space journey aboard Soyuz MS-12 on March 14, 2019, and completed on February 6, 2020, via Soyuz MS-13. She worked on cutting-edge research, including biological 3D printing and pharmaceutical studies, and finished six spacewalks, including the first all-female spacewalks, totalling 42 hours and 15 minutes. 8. Peggy Whitson (289 days) Whitson spent 289 days aboard the ISS from November 17, 2016, to September 3, 2017, achieving the record for the longest single spaceflight by a woman at the time. She also holds the record for the most cumulative days in space, with a total of 675 days across multiple missions. 9. Sunita Williams and Barry “Butch” Wilmore (286 days) NASA astronauts Sunita Williams and Barry Butch Wilmore completed an unplanned nine-month stay aboard the International Space Station (ISS), returning safely to Earth on Wednesday, March 19, 2025. Initially scheduled for a brief mission in June 2024, their trip was extended due to propulsion issues with their Boeing Starliner spacecraft. They ultimately made their return via the Crew-9 Dragon capsule, landing off the coast of Florida. 10. Andrew Morgan (272 days) NASA astronaut Andrew Morgan spent a total of 272 days aboard the ISS, completing 4,352 orbits of Earth and travelling approximately 115 million miles. His mission involved significant scientific work across biology, Earth observation, and technological innovation. Morgan also carried out seven spacewalks, including crucial repairs on the Alpha Magnetic Spectrometer, an instrument vital to dark matter studies.

<p>This article highlights a list of the top 10 astronauts with their groundbreaking missions in space who have contributed significantly to our understanding of the universe, extraterrestrial activities, and have also paved the way for future deep-space exploration.<br>&nbsp;</p>

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<p>Scientists have revealed that an underground phenomenon in Oman changed the direction of India millions of years ago. Our country could have ended up in an altogether different place if it weren't for a "ghost" plume discovered under Oman. A magma plume is caught thick portion of Earth's crust and the upper part of the mantle under the Salma Plateau. The age of this plateau and the plume revealed how India landed where it is today. The plume is trapped and cannot trigger volcanic activity. However, a study has found that the pressure created by this plume shifted the trajectory of the Indian tectonic plate after it collided with Eurasia tens of millions of years ago. Oman's Salma Plateau is up to 6,600 feet high. Lead author of the study, Simone Pilia, a geophysicist and assistant professor at King Fahd University of Petroleum and Minerals in Saudi Arabia, told Live Science that this plateau likely formed because of the ghost plume. Although some scientists also attribute it to the bending of Earth's crust created by the Makran subduction zone off the coasts of Pakistan and Iran. This plume presented itself during seismic studies, when the sound waves that travel through the Earth at different speeds were captured by several stations in Oman. The data revealed the plume was alive under the Salma plateau. Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/science/is-a-rogue-planet-roaming-in-the-solar-system-dwarf-planet-sedna-2076-1752223198472"><strong>Scientists in race against time to reach outer world planet roaming in our solar system in 2076</strong></a><br>&nbsp;</p><h2><strong>Ghost plume under Oman moved India to where it is today</strong></h2><p>The research was published in the journal Earth and Planetary Science Letters. Named the Dani plume, Pilai says that the uplift in this region of Oman proves that the plume is active. He says it is the first clear example of an amagmatic "ghost" plume, a name used for plumes that don't trigger volcanic eruption. Most mantle plumes trigger eruptions in the middle of oceanic plates. However, the one in Oman is trapped in continental plates - it can neither rise nor undergo decompression melting because these plates have a thicker crust and upper mantle. Pilai says that just because there are no volcanic eruptions, it doesn't mean there are no plumes under continental plates. There are no volcanic eruptions, but they can still result in changes in the topography of a region. Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/trending/scientists-detect-more-evidence-of-underground-city-in-egypt-this-time-under-great-sphinx-1752127738821"><strong>Claims of underground city under pyramids get a boost as scientists detect secret chambers under Great Sphinx</strong></a></p><p>Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/trending/is-an-underwater-volcano-getting-ready-to-erupt-in-andaman-warning-issued-as-earthquakes-rock-thailand-myanmar-and-nicobar-1751628746437"><strong>Is an underwater volcano getting ready to erupt in Andaman? Warning issued as dozens of earthquakes rock Thailand, Myanmar and Nicobar</strong></a></p><h2><strong>Salma Plateau in Oman and its link to India</strong></h2><p>The Salma Plateau is 40 million years old, which means that the Dani plume also dates back to around the same time. This is the time when a collision between the Indian and Eurasian plates occurred, and Pilia was left wondering if they could be related in some way. The two plates collided somewhere near Oman, after which they moved northward to their current positions. The researchers reconstructed the trajectory of the Indian plate. The results revealed that it changed direction slightly between 40 million and 25 million years ago. Pilai said that the "shear stress produced by the plume was the reason for the change in azimuth [angle] of the Indian plate." Magma plumes have been known to change the direction of tectonic plates, but only now has the movement of the Indian plate been tied to a specific plume.&nbsp;<br>&nbsp;</p>

How did India get to its present location? Could it have been somewhere else if history were different? A study has found that something under Oman changed Indias trajectory 40 million to 25 million years ago. A ghost plume pushed India and changed it forever.    

Scientists have revealed that an underground phenomenon in Oman changed the direction of India millions of years ago. Our country could have ended up in an altogether different place if it weren't for a "ghost" plume discovered under Oman. A magma plume is caught thick portion of Earth's crust and the upper part of the mantle under the Salma Plateau. The age of this plateau and the plume revealed how India landed where it is today. The plume is trapped and cannot trigger volcanic activity. However, a study has found that the pressure created by this plume shifted the trajectory of the Indian tectonic plate after it collided with Eurasia tens of millions of years ago. Oman's Salma Plateau is up to 6,600 feet high. Lead author of the study, Simone Pilia, a geophysicist and assistant professor at King Fahd University of Petroleum and Minerals in Saudi Arabia, told Live Science that this plateau likely formed because of the ghost plume. Although some scientists also attribute it to the bending of Earth's crust created by the Makran subduction zone off the coasts of Pakistan and Iran. This plume presented itself during seismic studies, when the sound waves that travel through the Earth at different speeds were captured by several stations in Oman. The data revealed the plume was alive under the Salma plateau. Also Read: Scientists in race against time to reach outer world planet roaming in our solar system in 2076 Ghost plume under Oman moved India to where it is today The research was published in the journal Earth and Planetary Science Letters. Named the Dani plume, Pilai says that the uplift in this region of Oman proves that the plume is active. He says it is the first clear example of an amagmatic "ghost" plume, a name used for plumes that don't trigger volcanic eruption. Most mantle plumes trigger eruptions in the middle of oceanic plates. However, the one in Oman is trapped in continental plates - it can neither rise nor undergo decompression melting because these plates have a thicker crust and upper mantle. Pilai says that just because there are no volcanic eruptions, it doesn't mean there are no plumes under continental plates. There are no volcanic eruptions, but they can still result in changes in the topography of a region. Also Read: Claims of underground city under pyramids get a boost as scientists detect secret chambers under Great Sphinx Also Read: Is an underwater volcano getting ready to erupt in Andaman? Warning issued as dozens of earthquakes rock Thailand, Myanmar and Nicobar Salma Plateau in Oman and its link to India The Salma Plateau is 40 million years old, which means that the Dani plume also dates back to around the same time. This is the time when a collision between the Indian and Eurasian plates occurred, and Pilia was left wondering if they could be related in some way. The two plates collided somewhere near Oman, after which they moved northward to their current positions. The researchers reconstructed the trajectory of the Indian plate. The results revealed that it changed direction slightly between 40 million and 25 million years ago. Pilai said that the "shear stress produced by the plume was the reason for the change in azimuth [angle] of the Indian plate." Magma plumes have been known to change the direction of tectonic plates, but only now has the movement of the Indian plate been tied to a specific plume.

<p>How did India get to its present location? Could it have been somewhere else if history were different? A study has found that something under Oman changed India's trajectory 40 million to 25 million years ago. A ghost plume pushed India and changed it forever. &nbsp; &nbsp;</p>

Why is India where it is? Because 'ghost' force under Oman pushed it 40 million years ago

<p>As Indian Air Force Group Captain and astronaut Shubhanshu Shukla prepares to return to Earth, his farewell message from the International Space Station (ISS) captured pride, gratitude and a vision for India’s future in space. Concluding the Axiom‑4 mission, Shukla addressed colleagues and audiences back home, reflecting on an extraordinary journey, India’s rising ambition in space exploration and the shared spirit that made it possible. “It has been an incredible journey,” Shukla said. “It has been made amazing and incredible because of the people who are involved.” Expressing thanks to ISRO, NASA, Axiom Space, and Indian researchers and students, he added, “Going back, I carry a lot of memories and learnings.” Emphasising the collaborative nature of the mission, Shukla noted, “All of us come from different parts of the world for one mission – it’s incredible.”</p><p>&nbsp;</p><h2><strong>'Today’s India looks fearless and proud'</strong></h2><p>&nbsp;</p><p>In a powerful and patriotic message delivered in hindi, on how modern India appears from space, Shukla said, “Aaj ka Bharat space se mahatvakanshi dikhta hai, aaj ka Bharat nidar dikhta hai, aaj ka Bharat confident dikhta hai, aaj ka Bharat garv se poorn dikhta hai, aaj ka Bharat abhi bhi sare jahan se achha dikhta hai. Jald hi mulaqat hoti hai..”(Today’s India looks ambitious, fearless, confident and full of pride, and still appears better than anywhere else in the world.)&nbsp;</p><p>His words , ‘sare jahan se achha’ echoed Rakesh Sharma’s iconic 1984 reply from space, creating a symbolic link between India’s space legacy and its bold future. “Our journey is still very long,” he added, hinting that India’s real story in space exploration has only just begun.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Shukla stressed on the mission’s scientific goals, educational outreach and the sense of wonder that space travel brings. “We have done a lot of science, outreach, and always looked out on Earth, it seems magical to me,” he said.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><h2><strong>Collaboration beyond borders</strong></h2><p>Peggy Whitson, Ax-4 commander, praised the camaraderie and professional spirit of the ISS crew. Hungarian astronaut Tibor Kapu said, “We came with a purpose and made a lot of things happen – science, amazing pictures of Earth, funny videos, and made a lot of people proud on the ground. We made friends in space, shared inside jokes, and we did it because we are people collaborating in space in the name of science.”</p>

Thanking ISRO, NASA, Axiom Space, Indian researchers and students, he added, “Going back, I carry a lot of memories and learnings.” Highlighting the team spirit on board, he remarked, “All of us come from different parts of the world for one mission – it’s incredible.”

As Indian Air Force Group Captain and astronaut Shubhanshu Shukla prepares to return to Earth, his farewell message from the International Space Station (ISS) captured pride, gratitude and a vision for India’s future in space. Concluding the Axiom‑4 mission, Shukla addressed colleagues and audiences back home, reflecting on an extraordinary journey, India’s rising ambition in space exploration and the shared spirit that made it possible. “It has been an incredible journey,” Shukla said. “It has been made amazing and incredible because of the people who are involved.” Expressing thanks to ISRO, NASA, Axiom Space, and Indian researchers and students, he added, “Going back, I carry a lot of memories and learnings.” Emphasising the collaborative nature of the mission, Shukla noted, “All of us come from different parts of the world for one mission – it’s incredible.” 'Today’s India looks fearless and proud' In a powerful and patriotic message delivered in hindi, on how modern India appears from space, Shukla said, “Aaj ka Bharat space se mahatvakanshi dikhta hai, aaj ka Bharat nidar dikhta hai, aaj ka Bharat confident dikhta hai, aaj ka Bharat garv se poorn dikhta hai, aaj ka Bharat abhi bhi sare jahan se achha dikhta hai. Jald hi mulaqat hoti hai..”(Today’s India looks ambitious, fearless, confident and full of pride, and still appears better than anywhere else in the world.) His words , ‘sare jahan se achha’ echoed Rakesh Sharma’s iconic 1984 reply from space, creating a symbolic link between India’s space legacy and its bold future. “Our journey is still very long,” he added, hinting that India’s real story in space exploration has only just begun. Shukla stressed on the mission’s scientific goals, educational outreach and the sense of wonder that space travel brings. “We have done a lot of science, outreach, and always looked out on Earth, it seems magical to me,” he said. Collaboration beyond borders Peggy Whitson, Ax-4 commander, praised the camaraderie and professional spirit of the ISS crew. Hungarian astronaut Tibor Kapu said, “We came with a purpose and made a lot of things happen – science, amazing pictures of Earth, funny videos, and made a lot of people proud on the ground. We made friends in space, shared inside jokes, and we did it because we are people collaborating in space in the name of science.”

<p>Thanking ISRO, NASA, Axiom Space, Indian researchers and students, he added, “Going back, I carry a lot of memories and learnings.” Highlighting the team spirit on board, he remarked, “All of us come from different parts of the world for one mission – it’s incredible.”</p>

‘India looks ambitious from space’: Indian astronaut Shubhanshu Shukla’s message before returning home

<p>The July Full Moon is over, but there are several more cosmic events awaiting stargazers. You can catch three meteor showers this month, whether you are in the Northern or Southern Hemisphere. Alpha Capricornids, Perseids meteor shower and Southern Delta Aquariids will be visible in the night sky at different times in July. The meteor showers will peak on a few dates, which will range between July and August. Some of these originate from well-known comets. Here is when to watch the meteor showers.&nbsp;</p><h2><strong>Alpha Capricornids meteor shower</strong></h2><p>The <strong>Alpha Capricornids</strong>,<strong> </strong>a modest meteor shower, will begin on July 12. It originates in the constellation Capricorn. The frequency of the falling meteors is less, although the shower itself is quite bright. This meteor shower will peak on the nights of July 29 to 30. The Alpha Capricornids are remnants of the short-period comet 169/NEAT. Not a lot of meteors are visible even at their peak, but still, for stargazers, this is an opportunity to catch a cosmic spectacle that dates back millions of years. Each hour, only about five meteors can be seen at the peak of the shower. However, the brightness of the meteor will surprise you. Ideally, to see a meteor shower, one needs to be in a place with minimal light pollution. However, the Alpha Capricornids are very bright and can be seen in places with light pollution. The Moon's waxing crescent phase during its peak will create the best conditions to see the meteor shower. The best time to see the Alpha Capricornids is after 10 pm. Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/trending/unusually-large-orange-full-moon-greets-earthlings-why-was-the-moon-orange-1752290985842"><strong>Unusually large orange full moon greets Earthlings. Why was the moon orange?</strong></a></p><p>&nbsp;</p><h2><strong>Perseids Meteor Shower</strong></h2><p>The <strong>Perseids Meteor Shower</strong> is a very well-known meteor shower and the star of the summer season. The meteors will start becoming visible in mid-July and will continue well into August. The Perseids meteor shower will peak from August 12 to 13. The shower originates from Comet Swift-Tuttle, which takes a whopping 133 years to complete one orbit of the Sun. It generates a high number of meteors per hour that can be easily seen at its peak. Perseids produce 5-75 meteors every hour. However, it is best viewed under dark conditions and in places with minimal light pollution. The meteor shower will continue throughout August. This year, its peak will coincide with a waxing gibbous Moon, making the conditions to view them unsuitable. The best time to watch the Perseids will be after midnight.</p><h2><strong>Southern Delta Aquariids</strong></h2><p>The <strong>Southern Delta Aquariids </strong>will also grace the night sky in the second half of July. The first appearance will be around July 18. The Southern Delta Aquariids are remnants of the short-period comet 96P/Macholz. The meteor shower will reach its peak on July 29 and 30. The Southern Delta Aquariids originate in the constellation Aquarius. The number of meteors produced per hour isn't a lot, with only 25-30 visible. But, it produced a lot many meteors in 1977 and 2003. So, it can surprise you once again. These meteors are different from others because they leave a trail behind, making them a fascinating cosmic wonder. The viewing conditions would be ideal because of the waxing crescent Moon that will set early.&nbsp;</p>

Meteor showers in July: Three meteor showers will be visible in the night sky in July. Stargazers have the perfect opportunity to look at the meteors raining down from the sky. These are remnants of comets that are orbiting the sun.

The July Full Moon is over, but there are several more cosmic events awaiting stargazers. You can catch three meteor showers this month, whether you are in the Northern or Southern Hemisphere. Alpha Capricornids, Perseids meteor shower and Southern Delta Aquariids will be visible in the night sky at different times in July. The meteor showers will peak on a few dates, which will range between July and August. Some of these originate from well-known comets. Here is when to watch the meteor showers. Alpha Capricornids meteor shower The Alpha Capricornids, a modest meteor shower, will begin on July 12. It originates in the constellation Capricorn. The frequency of the falling meteors is less, although the shower itself is quite bright. This meteor shower will peak on the nights of July 29 to 30. The Alpha Capricornids are remnants of the short-period comet 169/NEAT. Not a lot of meteors are visible even at their peak, but still, for stargazers, this is an opportunity to catch a cosmic spectacle that dates back millions of years. Each hour, only about five meteors can be seen at the peak of the shower. However, the brightness of the meteor will surprise you. Ideally, to see a meteor shower, one needs to be in a place with minimal light pollution. However, the Alpha Capricornids are very bright and can be seen in places with light pollution. The Moon's waxing crescent phase during its peak will create the best conditions to see the meteor shower. The best time to see the Alpha Capricornids is after 10 pm. Also Read: Unusually large orange full moon greets Earthlings. Why was the moon orange? Perseids Meteor Shower The Perseids Meteor Shower is a very well-known meteor shower and the star of the summer season. The meteors will start becoming visible in mid-July and will continue well into August. The Perseids meteor shower will peak from August 12 to 13. The shower originates from Comet Swift-Tuttle, which takes a whopping 133 years to complete one orbit of the Sun. It generates a high number of meteors per hour that can be easily seen at its peak. Perseids produce 5-75 meteors every hour. However, it is best viewed under dark conditions and in places with minimal light pollution. The meteor shower will continue throughout August. This year, its peak will coincide with a waxing gibbous Moon, making the conditions to view them unsuitable. The best time to watch the Perseids will be after midnight. Southern Delta Aquariids The Southern Delta Aquariids will also grace the night sky in the second half of July. The first appearance will be around July 18. The Southern Delta Aquariids are remnants of the short-period comet 96P/Macholz. The meteor shower will reach its peak on July 29 and 30. The Southern Delta Aquariids originate in the constellation Aquarius. The number of meteors produced per hour isn't a lot, with only 25-30 visible. But, it produced a lot many meteors in 1977 and 2003. So, it can surprise you once again. These meteors are different from others because they leave a trail behind, making them a fascinating cosmic wonder. The viewing conditions would be ideal because of the waxing crescent Moon that will set early.

<p>Meteor showers in July: Three meteor showers will be visible in the night sky in July. Stargazers have the perfect opportunity to look at the meteors raining down from the sky. These are remnants of comets that are orbiting the sun.</p>

Stargazing in July: Watch three meteor showers, including one that originates from comet with 133-year orbit cycle

<p>Why is the moon orange tonight? Millions of people across the world were surprised to see the colour of the full moon that rose in the sky this week. This was because of the position of the Moon as part of a phenomenon that happens after 18.6 years. The Moon illusion made the lunar body appear unusually large as it sat at the horizon. July's full moon hung extremely low and was exactly opposite to the Sun. It mirrored the Sun's position. The Sun reached its highest point in the sky for the year during the summer solstice. So while the Sun was at its highest point, the Moon was at its lowest point. The sun's gravity dragged the moon's tilted orbit into its most extreme inclination relative to Earth's celestial equator. Because of being so close to the horizon, the Moon travelled from southeast to southwest without ever rising higher than about 20 degrees in altitude. Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/trending/july-full-moon-an-optical-illusion-will-make-the-moon-appear-abnormally-large-here-s-why-1751956916280"><strong>July Full Moon: An optical illusion will make the moon appear abnormally large. Here's why</strong></a></p><p>&nbsp;</p><h2><strong>Why was the Moon orange tonight?</strong></h2><p>There is also a major lunar standstill going on. At this point, the Moon rises at its most extreme northern point in the sky and sets in the greatest southern position. Its position wouldn't change much in the coming months, which is why it is said to be at a "standstill." This occurrence in the life cycle of the Moon is also the reason for its bright yellow or orange appearance. Earth's atmosphere scatters its light in a different way at this position. When at this point on the horizon, the Moon's light travels through more of our atmosphere. The blue light scatters, and the longer wavelengths, like red and orange, pass through. This gives Moon the appearance of an orange, yellow or rusty red body. Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/july-full-moon-2025-when-and-where-to-watch-the-buck-moon-today-why-it-s-special-1752051376650"><strong>July Full Moon 2025: When and where to watch the 'Buck Moon' today — Why it's special</strong></a></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>The Moon also appeared extremely large, but that was also simply because of its position. NASA explains that each time the Moon is close to this horizon, it appears bigger. This is only an illusion. "When we observe the Moon near the horizon, it often looks HUGE – whether it's peeking over the shoulder of a distant mountain, rising out of the sea, hovering behind a cityscape, or looming over a thicket of trees," NASA wrote in a blog post. "But here's the thing: it's all in your head. Really. The Moon's seeming bigness is an actual illusion, rather than an effect of our atmosphere or some other physics," it added.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>July's full moon is also known as Buck Moon because this is the time of the year when male deer grow its full antlers. The velvet antler growth, called antlerogenesis, reaches its peak and becomes more prominent. It is also called Thunder Moon as some parts of the US witness summer thunderstorms in July.&nbsp;</p>

Orange moon tonight: July full moon rose in the sky this week and brought with it a pleasant surprise. The moon was orange in colour and appeared extremely large. NASA says the size is only an illusion, and the reason it was orange was because of its low-hanging position.  

Why is the moon orange tonight? Millions of people across the world were surprised to see the colour of the full moon that rose in the sky this week. This was because of the position of the Moon as part of a phenomenon that happens after 18.6 years. The Moon illusion made the lunar body appear unusually large as it sat at the horizon. July's full moon hung extremely low and was exactly opposite to the Sun. It mirrored the Sun's position. The Sun reached its highest point in the sky for the year during the summer solstice. So while the Sun was at its highest point, the Moon was at its lowest point. The sun's gravity dragged the moon's tilted orbit into its most extreme inclination relative to Earth's celestial equator. Because of being so close to the horizon, the Moon travelled from southeast to southwest without ever rising higher than about 20 degrees in altitude. Also Read: July Full Moon: An optical illusion will make the moon appear abnormally large. Here's why Why was the Moon orange tonight? There is also a major lunar standstill going on. At this point, the Moon rises at its most extreme northern point in the sky and sets in the greatest southern position. Its position wouldn't change much in the coming months, which is why it is said to be at a "standstill." This occurrence in the life cycle of the Moon is also the reason for its bright yellow or orange appearance. Earth's atmosphere scatters its light in a different way at this position. When at this point on the horizon, the Moon's light travels through more of our atmosphere. The blue light scatters, and the longer wavelengths, like red and orange, pass through. This gives Moon the appearance of an orange, yellow or rusty red body. Also Read: July Full Moon 2025: When and where to watch the 'Buck Moon' today — Why it's special The Moon also appeared extremely large, but that was also simply because of its position. NASA explains that each time the Moon is close to this horizon, it appears bigger. This is only an illusion. "When we observe the Moon near the horizon, it often looks HUGE – whether it's peeking over the shoulder of a distant mountain, rising out of the sea, hovering behind a cityscape, or looming over a thicket of trees," NASA wrote in a blog post. "But here's the thing: it's all in your head. Really. The Moon's seeming bigness is an actual illusion, rather than an effect of our atmosphere or some other physics," it added. July's full moon is also known as Buck Moon because this is the time of the year when male deer grow its full antlers. The velvet antler growth, called antlerogenesis, reaches its peak and becomes more prominent. It is also called Thunder Moon as some parts of the US witness summer thunderstorms in July.

<p>Orange moon tonight: July full moon rose in the sky this week and brought with it a pleasant surprise. The moon was orange in colour and appeared extremely large. NASA says the size is only an illusion, and the reason it was orange was because of its low-hanging position. &nbsp;</p>

Unusually large orange full moon greets Earthlings. Why was the moon orange?

<p>Astronomers are preparing to study a dwarf planet that last came near Earth 11,000 years ago. Sedna is moving closer to the Sun, and this has intrigued experts who are eager to learn about the distant dwarf planet. However, even if they manage to send a probe to Sedna, they would not be able to see the results in their lifetime. This is because it will reach its closest point to the Sun in 2076. Another problem is that even at this distance, it would be almost three times the distance Neptune is from the Sun. Despite the several hurdles, scientists are determined to study Sedna. But again, there is one more problem - human technology to travel through space. A spacecraft will have to traverse more than 11 billion kilometres of cold, icy space to reach Sedna.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Right now, humans don't have the technology to shoot through space in a desired frame of time. Even reaching Mars with current methods and the best trajectory would take 7 to 10 months. Even if humans manage to upgrade their technology to cut down on the travel time, it would take 42.5 days to reach the Red Planet at the speed of 80,467 km/hr. Is studying Sedna even possible in this scenario? The year 2076 is still 51 years away, so if humans wish to peer into Sedna, the work should start today. The window Sedna stays near the Sun would be tiny, so scientists also need to ensure that they get there right on time. Also Read:&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><h2><strong>Dwarf planet Sedna has a strange orbit&nbsp;</strong></h2><p>Sedna is an icy world with a weird orbit. It was first spotted in 2003 and shocked astronomers. While Pluto stays in the Kuiper Belt, Sedna has a stretched-out ellipse. It goes as far as 937 astronomical units (AU) from the Sun, or 937 times the distance Earth is from the Sun. At its closest point, it reaches about 76 AU. This has led scientists to speculate that Sedna might not have originated in our solar system. Initially, it looked like a member of the Oort Cloud, the outermost boundary of the solar system. However, its strange characteristics have triggered the possibility that it is a rogue interstellar planet which got caught in our star system billions of years ago.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Dr. Elena Ancona of Politecnico di Bari and her team carried out a study in Sedna and released the results in a study this year. They are of the view that if Sedna is an exoplanet, then it warrants a scientific study. This is the best chance to explore a world that is not from the solar system. “If confirmed, Sedna would represent the first known exoplanetary body accessible to in situ investigation,” she said. “The mere possibility of accessing exoplanetary material at such close range provides strong justification for a dedicated mission.”</p>

Scientists want to study a distant world in the solar system that is classified as a dwarf planet. But some experts think it could be an exoplanet that the solar system caught several years ago. Sedna will come close to Sun in 2076, but not close enough.

Astronomers are preparing to study a dwarf planet that last came near Earth 11,000 years ago. Sedna is moving closer to the Sun, and this has intrigued experts who are eager to learn about the distant dwarf planet. However, even if they manage to send a probe to Sedna, they would not be able to see the results in their lifetime. This is because it will reach its closest point to the Sun in 2076. Another problem is that even at this distance, it would be almost three times the distance Neptune is from the Sun. Despite the several hurdles, scientists are determined to study Sedna. But again, there is one more problem - human technology to travel through space. A spacecraft will have to traverse more than 11 billion kilometres of cold, icy space to reach Sedna. Right now, humans don't have the technology to shoot through space in a desired frame of time. Even reaching Mars with current methods and the best trajectory would take 7 to 10 months. Even if humans manage to upgrade their technology to cut down on the travel time, it would take 42.5 days to reach the Red Planet at the speed of 80,467 km/hr. Is studying Sedna even possible in this scenario? The year 2076 is still 51 years away, so if humans wish to peer into Sedna, the work should start today. The window Sedna stays near the Sun would be tiny, so scientists also need to ensure that they get there right on time. Also Read: Dwarf planet Sedna has a strange orbit Sedna is an icy world with a weird orbit. It was first spotted in 2003 and shocked astronomers. While Pluto stays in the Kuiper Belt, Sedna has a stretched-out ellipse. It goes as far as 937 astronomical units (AU) from the Sun, or 937 times the distance Earth is from the Sun. At its closest point, it reaches about 76 AU. This has led scientists to speculate that Sedna might not have originated in our solar system. Initially, it looked like a member of the Oort Cloud, the outermost boundary of the solar system. However, its strange characteristics have triggered the possibility that it is a rogue interstellar planet which got caught in our star system billions of years ago. Dr. Elena Ancona of Politecnico di Bari and her team carried out a study in Sedna and released the results in a study this year. They are of the view that if Sedna is an exoplanet, then it warrants a scientific study. This is the best chance to explore a world that is not from the solar system. “If confirmed, Sedna would represent the first known exoplanetary body accessible to in situ investigation,” she said. “The mere possibility of accessing exoplanetary material at such close range provides strong justification for a dedicated mission.”

<p>Scientists want to study a distant world in the solar system that is classified as a dwarf planet. But some experts think it could be an exoplanet that the solar system caught several years ago. Sedna will come close to the Sun in 2076, but not close enough.</p>

Scientists in race against time to reach outer world planet roaming in our solar system in 2076

India’s astronaut, Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla, conducted seven (7) key research experiments during his mission aboard the International Space Station (ISS) as part of the Axiom-4 mission

<p>India’s astronaut, Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla, conducted seven (7) key research experiments during his mission aboard the International Space Station (ISS) as part of the Axiom-4 mission</p>

Space Farming to Brain Studies: What India’s Astronaut Shubhanshu Shukla Researched on the ISS

<p>In the US, millions of flies will be dropped from planes. No, it's not a biological weapon. It's a method to fight the spread of New World screwworms, a parasitic flesh-eating larva of the Cochliomyia hominivorax fly species. Once eradicated from the US, these flies are spreading again in the US, having come from Latin America. And scientists and lawmakers are worried about millions of dollars of damage the flies can cause to livestock industry. The way out? Airdropping more of these flies. Doesn't make sense? Read on:</p><h2>How deadly are the New World Screworms?</h2><p>The larvae of New World Screwworm flies can infest wounds in warm-blooded animals like cattle, horses, pets, and even humans. The medical term for infestation of an animal by a maggot is myiasis. &nbsp;Once the flies lay eggs on open wounds of animals, the maggots will 'slowly eat them alive,' said Dr Phillip Kaufman of Texas A&amp;M University in a report on CNN.</p><h2>New World screwworm infections have been spreading in Americas</h2><p>The New World screwworms have been spreading in an outbreak that started in early 2023. It started from Latin America, winding through Panama, Costa Rica, Nicaragua, Honduras, Guatemala, Belize and El Salvador. It reached southern Mexico in November, and is slowly affecting animals across the US border in Texas.</p><p>The Panama–United States Commission for the Eradication and Prevention of Screwworm Infestation in Livestock, or COPEG, listed more than 35,000 New World screwworm infestations, 83 per cent of which were on cows.<br><br><a href="https://www.wionews.com/videos/lovebugs-swarm-south-korea-causing-nuisance-for-residents-1751430622605/embed">https://www.wionews.com/videos/lovebugs-swarm-south-korea-causing-nuisance-for-residents-1751430622605/embed</a></p><h2>Screworms were eradicated in the US, but coming back</h2><p>The flies vs flies method was used for the first time by the US in the 1960s and 1970s to eradicate screwworms. This eventually helped reduce the population of srewworms and eradicate them.</p><p>In june, 80 US lawmakers warned in a letter that hundreds of millions of more sterile flies are needed to fight the New World screwworms.</p><p>The USDA, the country's drug regulator, announced plans to open a US fly factory near the Texas-Mexico border and renovate an old facility in Mexico, said the CNN report.</p><h2>How are the sterile flies produced?</h2><p>The mass-production of sterile male flies is done by sending gamma rays to the pupae to make them impotent. These flies are not harmful to humans or animals. The sterilised male flies are dispersed to mate with wild females, who then lay unfertilised eggs. “The female fly finds a living host, lands on its wound, and will lay up to 200 to 300 eggs... they immediately start burrowing and feeding on the tissue.” Kauffman told CNN.</p><p>The dispersal of these impotent male flies is done trhough temperature-controlled containers from planes, targeting rural areas, said the CNN report.</p><p>The COPEG facility currently produces about 100 million sterile flies weekly.</p><h2>The fly vs fly plan will cost millions</h2><p>The US facility for mass production of sterile flies will be located at Moore Air Base in Hidalgo County, Texas. This will cost $8.5 million even as lawmakers estimate the overall fly factory project at around $300 million. The USDA, meanwhile, is investing around $21 million to upgrade the Mexican plant by late 2025, said the report.</p>

The New World screwworms have been spreading in an outbreak that started in early 2023. It started from Latin America, winding through Panama, Costa Rica, Nicaragua, Honduras, Guatemala, Belize and El Salvador. 

In the US, millions of flies will be dropped from planes. No, it's not a biological weapon. It's a method to fight the spread of New World screwworms, a parasitic flesh-eating larva of the Cochliomyia hominivorax fly species. Once eradicated from the US, these flies are spreading again in the US, having come from Latin America. And scientists and lawmakers are worried about millions of dollars of damage the flies can cause to livestock industry. The way out? Airdropping more of these flies. Doesn't make sense? Read on: How deadly are the New World Screworms? The larvae of New World Screwworm flies can infest wounds in warm-blooded animals like cattle, horses, pets, and even humans. The medical term for infestation of an animal by a maggot is myiasis. Once the flies lay eggs on open wounds of animals, the maggots will 'slowly eat them alive,' said Dr Phillip Kaufman of Texas A&M University in a report on CNN. New World screwworm infections have been spreading in Americas The New World screwworms have been spreading in an outbreak that started in early 2023. It started from Latin America, winding through Panama, Costa Rica, Nicaragua, Honduras, Guatemala, Belize and El Salvador. It reached southern Mexico in November, and is slowly affecting animals across the US border in Texas. The Panama–United States Commission for the Eradication and Prevention of Screwworm Infestation in Livestock, or COPEG, listed more than 35,000 New World screwworm infestations, 83 per cent of which were on cows. https://www.wionews.com/videos/lovebugs-swarm-south-korea-causing-nuisance-for-residents-1751430622605/embed Screworms were eradicated in the US, but coming back The flies vs flies method was used for the first time by the US in the 1960s and 1970s to eradicate screwworms. This eventually helped reduce the population of srewworms and eradicate them. In june, 80 US lawmakers warned in a letter that hundreds of millions of more sterile flies are needed to fight the New World screwworms. The USDA, the country's drug regulator, announced plans to open a US fly factory near the Texas-Mexico border and renovate an old facility in Mexico, said the CNN report. How are the sterile flies produced? The mass-production of sterile male flies is done by sending gamma rays to the pupae to make them impotent. These flies are not harmful to humans or animals. The sterilised male flies are dispersed to mate with wild females, who then lay unfertilised eggs. “The female fly finds a living host, lands on its wound, and will lay up to 200 to 300 eggs... they immediately start burrowing and feeding on the tissue.” Kauffman told CNN. The dispersal of these impotent male flies is done trhough temperature-controlled containers from planes, targeting rural areas, said the CNN report. The COPEG facility currently produces about 100 million sterile flies weekly. The fly vs fly plan will cost millions The US facility for mass production of sterile flies will be located at Moore Air Base in Hidalgo County, Texas. This will cost $8.5 million even as lawmakers estimate the overall fly factory project at around $300 million. The USDA, meanwhile, is investing around $21 million to upgrade the Mexican plant by late 2025, said the report.

<p>The New World screwworms have been spreading in an outbreak that started in early 2023. It started from Latin America, winding through Panama, Costa Rica, Nicaragua, Honduras, Guatemala, Belize and El Salvador.&nbsp;</p>

Fly vs Fly: Millions of flies will rain down from planes on America. And no, it's not a biological weapon attack

<p>A significant earthquake swarm was detected beneath Mount Rainier in Washington State, marking the most intense seismic activity in the area since 2009. Over 300 earthquakes have occurred since the early hours of Tuesday. But experts claim there is no need to panic yet. "Currently, there is no indication that the level of earthquake activity is cause for concern," the United States Geological Survey (USGS) explained, "Earthquakes are too small to be felt at the surface and will likely continue for several days. There would be no damage caused by such small events."&nbsp;</p><p>There had been widespread scientific interest and public curiosity around the swarms of earthquakes. Swarms are cluster of earthquakes that happens in rapid succession, with less than a minute apart. The volcano had been active for a really long time; however, the most recent volcanic eruption was 500-600 years ago.&nbsp;</p><p>“Right now, this swarm is still within what we consider normal background levels of activity at Mount Rainier,” said USGS, "Based on our observations, we think the most likely cause of the earthquakes is water moving around the crust above the magma chamber."</p><p>"The volcano is not 'due' for an eruption, and we do not see any signs of a potential eruption at this time," assured USGS.</p><h2>Seismic Activity Overview</h2><p>The earthquake swarm began around 1:29 a.m. PDT on July 8 and continues as of the time of this report. The recorded tremor magnitude ranges from the lowest 1.0 to the highest 2.3, occurring at depths of 2 to 6 kilometres from the volcano's summit. The USGS says that even if it is nothing to be worked up about, the seismic activity has not yet crossed the 2009 event, both by energy release and the number of earthquakes detected. The 2009 earthquake swarm resulted in more than 1,000 earthquakes, and the largest was of a 2.3 magnitude. According to the Cascades Volcano Observatory, about nine earthquakes per month are common at Mount Rainier.</p>

Over 300 earthquakes have occurred at Mount Rainier in Washington State, Washington. This was the largest earthquake swarm since 2009. 

A significant earthquake swarm was detected beneath Mount Rainier in Washington State, marking the most intense seismic activity in the area since 2009. Over 300 earthquakes have occurred since the early hours of Tuesday. But experts claim there is no need to panic yet. "Currently, there is no indication that the level of earthquake activity is cause for concern," the United States Geological Survey (USGS) explained, "Earthquakes are too small to be felt at the surface and will likely continue for several days. There would be no damage caused by such small events." There had been widespread scientific interest and public curiosity around the swarms of earthquakes. Swarms are cluster of earthquakes that happens in rapid succession, with less than a minute apart. The volcano had been active for a really long time; however, the most recent volcanic eruption was 500-600 years ago. “Right now, this swarm is still within what we consider normal background levels of activity at Mount Rainier,” said USGS, "Based on our observations, we think the most likely cause of the earthquakes is water moving around the crust above the magma chamber." "The volcano is not 'due' for an eruption, and we do not see any signs of a potential eruption at this time," assured USGS. Seismic Activity Overview The earthquake swarm began around 1:29 a.m. PDT on July 8 and continues as of the time of this report. The recorded tremor magnitude ranges from the lowest 1.0 to the highest 2.3, occurring at depths of 2 to 6 kilometres from the volcano's summit. The USGS says that even if it is nothing to be worked up about, the seismic activity has not yet crossed the 2009 event, both by energy release and the number of earthquakes detected. The 2009 earthquake swarm resulted in more than 1,000 earthquakes, and the largest was of a 2.3 magnitude. According to the Cascades Volcano Observatory, about nine earthquakes per month are common at Mount Rainier.

<p>Over 300 earthquakes have occurred at Mount Rainier in Washington State, Washington. This was the largest earthquake swarm since 2009. However, it's not due for eruption anytime soon, say experts.&nbsp;</p>

Over 300 earthquake detected at Mount Rainier, Washington, biggest since 2009

<p>NASA’s Parker Solar Probe has taken the closest images ever from the Sun, capturing eerie waves just 3.8 million miles from the solar surface. These photos show the Sun in a new light and can help scientists better understand the Sun’s influence across the solar system. The new images will also offer insights into events that affect Earth. The shots show solar wind flowing through our star's atmosphere. “Parker Solar Probe has once again transported us into the dynamic atmosphere of our closest star,” Nicky Fox, associate administrator, Science Mission Directorate at NASA Headquarters in Washington, said. “We are witnessing where space weather threats to Earth begin, with our eyes, not just with models." He added that the latest data can help "improve our space weather predictions to ensure the safety of our astronauts and the protection of our technology here on Earth and throughout the solar system." Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/science/earth-is-unknowingly-sending-signals-to-alien-civilisations-200-light-years-away-1752059769260"><strong>Earth is unknowingly sending signals into space revealing our location to aliens</strong></a><br>&nbsp;</p><h2><strong>Watch the Parker Solar Probe video here</strong></h2>

<p>These photos were taken late last year when the Parker probe made its closest approach to the Sun on December 24, 2024. The probe brushed past the Sun’s outer atmosphere, called the corona. In doing so, it collected data with an array of scientific instruments, including the Wide-Field Imager for Solar Probe, or WISPR. Solar winds can be clearly seen in the photos, which are nothing but a constant stream of electrically charged particles released by the Sun that whip the entire solar system. The material and magnetic currents ejected by the Sun hit Earth and other planets. Here, they not only produce beautiful auroras, but a strong wave can affect power grids and disrupt communications. Scientists have been working to learn more about the solar winds, and looking directly at the point where the solar wind originates can offer a peek into how this happens in the Sun. Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/science/is-a-rogue-planet-roaming-in-the-solar-system-dwarf-planet-sedna-2076-1752223198472"><strong>Is a rogue exoplanet roaming in the solar system? The answer cannot be revealed before 2076</strong></a></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>“In these images, we’re seeing the Coronal Mass Ejections (CMEs) basically piling up on top of one another,” said Angelos Vourlidas, the WISPR instrument scientist at the Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Laboratory. Vourlidas and his team are behind the design, construction and operation of the spacecraft. “We’re using this to figure out how the CMEs merge together, which can be important for space weather.” Coronal Mass Ejections can prove dangerous to several systems on Earth. Not only this, but they can also impact the astronauts in space. As NASA prepares to send humans to the Moon and beyond, it is important to know the hazards of CMEs and how to safeguard the astronauts. They can also speed up charged particles and mix magnetic fields, which can prove dangerous to astronauts and satellites. The telescopes in orbit and on Earth can also be impacted.&nbsp;</p>

NASA has shared a video and photo of solar winds flowing through the Sun's corona from an extremely close distance. Coronal Mass Ejections impact Earth and other planets, and can prove dangerous to astronauts. Parker probe findings can heko understand Sun’s influence across the solar system.

NASA’s Parker Solar Probe has taken the closest images ever from the Sun, capturing eerie waves just 3.8 million miles from the solar surface. These photos show the Sun in a new light and can help scientists better understand the Sun’s influence across the solar system. The new images will also offer insights into events that affect Earth. The shots show solar wind flowing through our star's atmosphere. “Parker Solar Probe has once again transported us into the dynamic atmosphere of our closest star,” Nicky Fox, associate administrator, Science Mission Directorate at NASA Headquarters in Washington, said. “We are witnessing where space weather threats to Earth begin, with our eyes, not just with models." He added that the latest data can help "improve our space weather predictions to ensure the safety of our astronauts and the protection of our technology here on Earth and throughout the solar system." Also Read: Earth is unknowingly sending signals into space revealing our location to aliens Watch the Parker Solar Probe video here

<p>NASA has shared a video and photo of solar winds flowing through the Sun's corona from an extremely close distance. Coronal Mass Ejections impact Earth and other planets, and can prove dangerous to astronauts. Parker probe findings can heko understand Sun’s influence across the solar system.</p>

NASA Parker probe captures solar winds flowing through Sun's corona in eerie video. Watch

<p>Ancient Greek mathematician Archimedes believed that the Sun's energy could be harnessed to build a death ray. He is thought to have built one as well. But experts think it was only a mythical object. A teenager intrigued by his idea actually managed to create one. Brenden Sener of London, Ontario, studied Archimedes' principles and has attempted to bring the ancient device to life several times. He has also won awards for his attempt to build the death ray. Sener said in his 2024 paper published in the Canadian Science Fair Journal that he has shown that “the principle behind the Archimedes Death Ray is certainly possible." The death ray remains a mythical object, and no evidence has ever been found that it was real. However, Sener believes the death ray existed in ancient times. He has even won several awards for building one.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>“The historical descriptions of the use of the death ray in ancient Syracuse are plausible,” even though "no archaeological evidence of the Archimedes death ray has been found besides what is recorded in the books of ancient philosophers," Sener said. The death ray finds mention in an account of the battle of Syracuse that ran from 214 to 212 BC. Historical texts suggest that the device was used to set approaching Roman ships on fire from 1,000 feet away. The teenager says that the ancient death ray was made up of large concave mirrors, which were placed in such a way that they could focus the Sun’s rays onto a single focal point. This is how a deadly ray was released, destroying objects at a distance. Sener took inspiration from the texts and used a heat lamp and four concave mirrors to build his own death ray that hit a point on a piece of cardboard. He says the ancient device likely used mirrors or highly polished shields, Popular Mechanics reported. Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/trending/secret-of-the-mysterious-structures-near-norway-has-finally-been-unravelled-1752219252921"><strong>Secret of the mysterious structures near Norway has finally been revealed</strong></a><br>&nbsp;</p><h2><strong>Others who tried building the Archimedes death ray</strong></h2><p>Sener isn't the first person to explore the concept behind Archimedes' death ray. Sener wrote in his paper that the MythBusters series from the Discovery Channel also tested different ways a death ray could have worked. They built a device and tried to attack an object in three different scenarios. CNN reported that in 2005, a group of students from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) created a death ray which burned a boat on the first attempt. However, their second attempt to hit the boat failed. Sener's other attempt to recreate Archimedes' concepts included a screw that helped move water. He told CNN, "Archimedes was so ahead of his time with his inventions."&nbsp;<br>&nbsp;</p>

Ancient Greek mathematician Archimedes is believed to have built a death ray that was used to burn enemy ships. A teenager believes it was real, while most other experts think it was merely mythical. The teen boy built it.

Ancient Greek mathematician Archimedes believed that the Sun's energy could be harnessed to build a death ray. He is thought to have built one as well. But experts think it was only a mythical object. A teenager intrigued by his idea actually managed to create one. Brenden Sener of London, Ontario, studied Archimedes' principles and has attempted to bring the ancient device to life several times. He has also won awards for his attempt to build the death ray. Sener said in his 2024 paper published in the Canadian Science Fair Journal that he has shown that “the principle behind the Archimedes Death Ray is certainly possible." The death ray remains a mythical object, and no evidence has ever been found that it was real. However, Sener believes the death ray existed in ancient times. He has even won several awards for building one. “The historical descriptions of the use of the death ray in ancient Syracuse are plausible,” even though "no archaeological evidence of the Archimedes death ray has been found besides what is recorded in the books of ancient philosophers," Sener said. The death ray finds mention in an account of the battle of Syracuse that ran from 214 to 212 BC. Historical texts suggest that the device was used to set approaching Roman ships on fire from 1,000 feet away. The teenager says that the ancient death ray was made up of large concave mirrors, which were placed in such a way that they could focus the Sun’s rays onto a single focal point. This is how a deadly ray was released, destroying objects at a distance. Sener took inspiration from the texts and used a heat lamp and four concave mirrors to build his own death ray that hit a point on a piece of cardboard. He says the ancient device likely used mirrors or highly polished shields, Popular Mechanics reported. Also Read: Secret of the mysterious structures near Norway has finally been revealed Others who tried building the Archimedes death ray Sener isn't the first person to explore the concept behind Archimedes' death ray. Sener wrote in his paper that the MythBusters series from the Discovery Channel also tested different ways a death ray could have worked. They built a device and tried to attack an object in three different scenarios. CNN reported that in 2005, a group of students from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) created a death ray which burned a boat on the first attempt. However, their second attempt to hit the boat failed. Sener's other attempt to recreate Archimedes' concepts included a screw that helped move water. He told CNN, "Archimedes was so ahead of his time with his inventions."

<p>Ancient Greek mathematician Archimedes is believed to have built a death ray that was used to burn enemy ships. A teenager believes it was real, while most other experts think it was merely mythical. The teen boy built it.</p>

Myth or real? Archimedes DEATH RAY burned ships 1,000 feet away. A teenager recreated it

<p>Indian astronaut Shubhanshu Shukla, who is nearing the end of his 14-day mission aboard the International Space Station (ISS), is preparing to begin his return journey on July 14. Just days before departure, Shukla brought a touch of India to orbit by sharing Gajar ka halwa, a traditional carrot-based dessert specially adapted for space by ISRO and DRDO. The treat was the highlight of a modest yet memorable meal shared with fellow Axiom Mission 4 (Ax-4) crewmates, as shown in photos from the orbiting laboratory. The evening of food and conversation offered a glimpse into the quieter moments of life aboard the ISS, where astronauts from around the world come together not only for science, but to celebrate culture and companionship far from Earth.</p><h2><strong>The Crew</strong></h2><p>&nbsp;</p><p>The Ax-4 crew comprises Shukla, Peggy Whitson, former NASA astronaut and Axiom Space’s director of human spaceflight, Slawosz Uznanski-Wisniewski from Poland, and Tibor Kapu from Hungary under the HUNOR programme. The mission launched on June 25 from Kennedy Space Centre, Florida, and docked at the ISS a day later after a 28-hour journey.&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Astronaut Jonny Kim, reflecting on the gathering, shared, “One of the most unforgettable evenings I’ve experienced on this mission was sharing a meal with new friends, Ax-4, aboard the International Space Station. We swapped stories and marvelled at how people from diverse backgrounds and nations came together to represent humanity in space.”</p><p>&nbsp;</p><h2><strong>A special menu in microgravity</strong></h2><p>&nbsp;</p><p>The evening’s menu highlighted the diversity of the crew. Appetisers included rehydrated shrimp cocktails and crackers, while the main course offered chicken and beef fajitas.</p><p>&nbsp;</p>

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<p>&nbsp;</p><p>Such meals go beyond nutrition, they strengthen camaraderie among astronauts from different nations. NASA’s Steve Stitch, Manager of the Commercial Crew Program, noted in a press briefing that the Ax-4 crew would prepare to undock on July 14, after the high beta period, a time when the ISS experiences prolonged sunlight, complicating thermal control.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><h2><strong>A journey across sunrises</strong></h2><p>&nbsp;</p><p>During their stay, Shukla and his fellow astronauts have witnessed 230 sunrises and travelled nearly one million kilometres in orbit. The inclusion of Indian cuisine on the ISS symbolises the growing international collaboration in space exploration, while also recognising the importance of cultural familiarity for astronaut well-being. As Ax-4 concludes, such gatherings leave a lasting mark, proving that even in orbit, a simple dessert can bring people together.<br>&nbsp;</p>

The evening of food and conversation offered a glimpse into the quieter moments of life aboard the ISS, where astronauts from around the world come together not only for science, but to celebrate culture and companionship far from Earth.

Indian astronaut Shubhanshu Shukla, who is nearing the end of his 14-day mission aboard the International Space Station (ISS), is preparing to begin his return journey on July 14. Just days before departure, Shukla brought a touch of India to orbit by sharing Gajar ka halwa, a traditional carrot-based dessert specially adapted for space by ISRO and DRDO. The treat was the highlight of a modest yet memorable meal shared with fellow Axiom Mission 4 (Ax-4) crewmates, as shown in photos from the orbiting laboratory. The evening of food and conversation offered a glimpse into the quieter moments of life aboard the ISS, where astronauts from around the world come together not only for science, but to celebrate culture and companionship far from Earth. The Crew The Ax-4 crew comprises Shukla, Peggy Whitson, former NASA astronaut and Axiom Space’s director of human spaceflight, Slawosz Uznanski-Wisniewski from Poland, and Tibor Kapu from Hungary under the HUNOR programme. The mission launched on June 25 from Kennedy Space Centre, Florida, and docked at the ISS a day later after a 28-hour journey. Astronaut Jonny Kim, reflecting on the gathering, shared, “One of the most unforgettable evenings I’ve experienced on this mission was sharing a meal with new friends, Ax-4, aboard the International Space Station. We swapped stories and marvelled at how people from diverse backgrounds and nations came together to represent humanity in space.” A special menu in microgravity The evening’s menu highlighted the diversity of the crew. Appetisers included rehydrated shrimp cocktails and crackers, while the main course offered chicken and beef fajitas.

<p>The evening of food and conversation offered a glimpse into the quieter moments of life aboard the ISS, where astronauts from around the world come together not only for science, but to celebrate culture and companionship far from Earth.</p>

Shrimp cocktails, fajitas and 'Gajar ka halwa': Shubhanshu Shukla’s special dinner aboard ISS ahead of homecoming

Earth has some truly breathtaking alien world destinations that will make you question, "Is this place real?" These seven jaw-dropping destinations blur the line between reality and fiction.

<p>Earth has some truly breathtaking alien world destinations that will make you question, "Is this place real?" These seven jaw-dropping destinations blur the line between reality and fiction.</p>

These 7 surreal places on Earth that look straight out of  Sci-Fi movie sets

<p>Caves in South Korea are teeming with a dragon-like creature, although it is completely blind. These creepy-crawlies are four new species discovered by Kyung–Hoon Jeong, a researcher at Jeonbuk National University, in different caves. The creatures belong to the dragon pseudoscorpion family and are arthropods, only about 1-3mm long. The term dragon is used for them because of their gigantic jaws that resemble those of "dragons in ancient mythology,” Kyung–Hoon Jeong told BBC. Their mouths are known as chelicerae in scientific terms and are used to capture prey. Despite having a dragon feature, the peculiar thing about these species is that they are blind. This is because of their habitat. Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/trending/scientists-stumbled-upon-four-jet-black-eggs-20-000-feet-below-ocean-they-turned-out-to-be-1752050826299"><strong>Scientists stumbled upon four pitch-black eggs 20,000 feet below ocean. They turned out to be...</strong></a></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>The critters live in completely dark places in the caves, and so they do not have a need to see anything. Hence, they do not have visionary powers. The same is true for their colour. Because they never leave the caves, their bodies have no need to adapt to withstand the harsh rays of the sun. This leads to them having a pale colour. The newly discovered species found in the South Korean caves are believed to only exist here. However, most dragon-like pseudoscorpions are not native to South Korea, and one particular species has been found almost everywhere. The only exception is Antarctica. Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/trending/scientists-detect-more-evidence-of-underground-city-in-egypt-this-time-under-great-sphinx-1752127738821"><strong>Scientists detect secret chambers and staircase under Great Sphinx, adding to evidence for lost city</strong></a></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>South Korea has nearly 1,000 caves, and most of them are yet to be explored. Kyung–Hoon believes several species of pseudoscorpion, unknown to scientists, inhabit these caves. However, the challenge in discovering them lies in the fact that the changing climate is also affecting these caves and the species that live in them. Researchers say it is important to better understand the caves’ biodiversity in order to protect the pseudoscorpions and other critters crawling in them. More research and expeditions need to be carried out at these caves to discover the other species that have been living in them but remain a secret.&nbsp;</p>

South Korean caves are bristling with creatures that remain to be discovered. Four species of a particular dragon critter have been found in different caves. Scientists are calling for more expeditions to the over 1,000 caves in the country. 

Caves in South Korea are teeming with a dragon-like creature, although it is completely blind. These creepy-crawlies are four new species discovered by Kyung–Hoon Jeong, a researcher at Jeonbuk National University, in different caves. The creatures belong to the dragon pseudoscorpion family and are arthropods, only about 1-3mm long. The term dragon is used for them because of their gigantic jaws that resemble those of "dragons in ancient mythology,” Kyung–Hoon Jeong told BBC. Their mouths are known as chelicerae in scientific terms and are used to capture prey. Despite having a dragon feature, the peculiar thing about these species is that they are blind. This is because of their habitat. Also Read: Scientists stumbled upon four pitch-black eggs 20,000 feet below ocean. They turned out to be... The critters live in completely dark places in the caves, and so they do not have a need to see anything. Hence, they do not have visionary powers. The same is true for their colour. Because they never leave the caves, their bodies have no need to adapt to withstand the harsh rays of the sun. This leads to them having a pale colour. The newly discovered species found in the South Korean caves are believed to only exist here. However, most dragon-like pseudoscorpions are not native to South Korea, and one particular species has been found almost everywhere. The only exception is Antarctica. Also Read: Scientists detect secret chambers and staircase under Great Sphinx, adding to evidence for lost city South Korea has nearly 1,000 caves, and most of them are yet to be explored. Kyung–Hoon believes several species of pseudoscorpion, unknown to scientists, inhabit these caves. However, the challenge in discovering them lies in the fact that the changing climate is also affecting these caves and the species that live in them. Researchers say it is important to better understand the caves’ biodiversity in order to protect the pseudoscorpions and other critters crawling in them. More research and expeditions need to be carried out at these caves to discover the other species that have been living in them but remain a secret.

<p>South Korean caves are bristling with creatures that remain to be discovered. Four species of a particular dragon critter have been found in different caves. Scientists are calling for more expeditions to the over 1,000 caves in the country.&nbsp;</p>

South Korean caves are teeming with creatures with dragon-like features. They are completely blind

<p>In the recent past, Delhi-NCR has been witnessing a series of seismic activities with multiple moderate quakes. However, in the past, the National Capital Region experienced multiple high quakes that resulted in the killing and injuring of several people. So, does Delhi lie among the high-risk areas where an earthquake of high magnitude could bring more casualties in future than the previous one?</p><p>Basically, the national capital area, which is a part of the North region, is located in zone IV, which is considered as fairly high seismicity where the general occurrence of earthquakes is of 5-6 magnitude, a few of magnitude 6-7 and occasionally of 7-8 magnitude. So, the seismic activities in North India, including the Himalayas, are due to the collision of the Indian plate with the Eurasian plate. This is a continuous process occurring for the last 50 million years.</p><p>In the past, five earthquakes of Richter Magnitude between 5.5-6.7 have occurred in the UT of Delhi or close to it since 1720 AD. The most tragic earthquake was witnessed on 10 October 1956, of a Magnitude of 6.7, in which 23 persons were killed in Bulandshahr and some were injured in Delhi. The next was of M6.0 earthquake on 27 August 1960 near Delhi, wherein about 50 persons in Delhi were injured, and an earthquake near Moradabad on 15 August 1966 killed 14 persons in Delhi.</p><h3>Should Delhi be prepared for a big Earthquake in future?</h3><p>The National Disaster Management Authority revealed in 2019 that Delhi falls in Zone IV of India's seismic map, which poses a high risk of quakes in the region due to the presence of the Delhi-Haridwar Ridge, a geological structure that coincides with the extension of the Aravali Mountain belt under the Ganga basin. The report added that major Indian cities, from Delhi to Shimla, are at high risk.</p><p>Seismologists speculated that the next big earthquake in the Himalayan region will be highly destructive, impacting the landmass, and affecting more than 300 million people. The Himalayan earthquake is extremely dangerous based on the land setting, with urban infrastructure being more susceptible to violent shaking amid the quake.</p><p>In addition, Delhi Development Authority confirmed that two major lineaments known as Delhi-Haridwar ridge and Delhi-Moradabad faults pass through the territory, both having the potential of generating earthquakes of magnitude up to MSK VIII level which will be quite probable in the Delhi territory. And, the normal depth coming a disaster could be 30 km.</p><h3>How much damage will the big Earthquake in Delhi cause?</h3><p>Based on Vulnerability Atlas of India (1997) report, 6.5 per cent of houses in Delhi have high damage risk, and 85.5 per cent of houses have moderate damage risk. This means a good number of houses are prone to disaster with the potential of several casualties. The report also adds that a vast number of multistorey reinforced concrete buildings in Delhi, especially those with open ground floors designed for vehicle parking, could pose a serious risk during a powerful earthquake.</p><p>The city is currently undergoing rapid infrastructure development, with numerous bridges, flyovers, and metro lines under construction. While newer transport systems are designed to be earthquake-resistant, older structures have been retrofitted to improve their seismic resilience.</p><h3>Way ahead</h3><p>A major earthquake in the national capital, a key hub for commerce and industry, would have far-reaching economic and political consequences, impacting not just Delhi’s residents but the entire nation.</p><p>Addressing this risk demands immediate and comprehensive discussion. The approach must be multidisciplinary, involving technical training, institutional capacity building, creation of technical guidelines, strengthening of legal and enforcement frameworks, and raising public awareness about earthquake preparedness.</p>

Based Vulnerability Atlas of India (1997) report, 6.5 per cent of houses in Delhi have high damage risk, and 85.5 per cent of houses have moderate damage risk. A vast number of multistorey reinforced concrete buildings in Delhi could pose a serious risk during the quake.

In the recent past, Delhi-NCR has been witnessing a series of seismic activities with multiple moderate quakes. However, in the past, the National Capital Region experienced multiple high quakes that resulted in the killing and injuring of several people. So, does Delhi lie among the high-risk areas where an earthquake of high magnitude could bring more casualties in future than the previous one? Basically, the national capital area, which is a part of the North region, is located in zone IV, which is considered as fairly high seismicity where the general occurrence of earthquakes is of 5-6 magnitude, a few of magnitude 6-7 and occasionally of 7-8 magnitude. So, the seismic activities in North India, including the Himalayas, are due to the collision of the Indian plate with the Eurasian plate. This is a continuous process occurring for the last 50 million years. In the past, five earthquakes of Richter Magnitude between 5.5-6.7 have occurred in the UT of Delhi or close to it since 1720 AD. The most tragic earthquake was witnessed on 10 October 1956, of a Magnitude of 6.7, in which 23 persons were killed in Bulandshahr and some were injured in Delhi. The next was of M6.0 earthquake on 27 August 1960 near Delhi, wherein about 50 persons in Delhi were injured, and an earthquake near Moradabad on 15 August 1966 killed 14 persons in Delhi. Should Delhi be prepared for a big Earthquake in future? The National Disaster Management Authority revealed in 2019 that Delhi falls in Zone IV of India's seismic map, which poses a high risk of quakes in the region due to the presence of the Delhi-Haridwar Ridge, a geological structure that coincides with the extension of the Aravali Mountain belt under the Ganga basin. The report added that major Indian cities, from Delhi to Shimla, are at high risk. Seismologists speculated that the next big earthquake in the Himalayan region will be highly destructive, impacting the landmass, and affecting more than 300 million people. The Himalayan earthquake is extremely dangerous based on the land setting, with urban infrastructure being more susceptible to violent shaking amid the quake. In addition, Delhi Development Authority confirmed that two major lineaments known as Delhi-Haridwar ridge and Delhi-Moradabad faults pass through the territory, both having the potential of generating earthquakes of magnitude up to MSK VIII level which will be quite probable in the Delhi territory. And, the normal depth coming a disaster could be 30 km. How much damage will the big Earthquake in Delhi cause? Based on Vulnerability Atlas of India (1997) report, 6.5 per cent of houses in Delhi have high damage risk, and 85.5 per cent of houses have moderate damage risk. This means a good number of houses are prone to disaster with the potential of several casualties. The report also adds that a vast number of multistorey reinforced concrete buildings in Delhi, especially those with open ground floors designed for vehicle parking, could pose a serious risk during a powerful earthquake. The city is currently undergoing rapid infrastructure development, with numerous bridges, flyovers, and metro lines under construction. While newer transport systems are designed to be earthquake-resistant, older structures have been retrofitted to improve their seismic resilience. Way ahead A major earthquake in the national capital, a key hub for commerce and industry, would have far-reaching economic and political consequences, impacting not just Delhi’s residents but the entire nation. Addressing this risk demands immediate and comprehensive discussion. The approach must be multidisciplinary, involving technical training, institutional capacity building, creation of technical guidelines, strengthening of legal and enforcement frameworks, and raising public awareness about earthquake preparedness.

<p>Based Vulnerability Atlas of India (1997) report, 6.5 per cent of houses in Delhi have high damage risk, and 85.5 per cent of houses have moderate damage risk. A vast number of multistorey reinforced concrete buildings in Delhi could pose a serious risk during the quake.</p>

Massive earthquake likely to hit Delhi in future? Here's what disaster management authority says

<p>A magnitude of 4.4 earthquake jolted Delhi-NCR on Thursday morning, with the epicentre located in the Jhajjar district of Haryana, 51 kilometres west of Delhi. The tremor occurred at 9:04 am IST at a depth of 10 km, with coordinates 28.63°N latitude and 76.68°E longitude, according to the National Centre for Seismology. In Haryana, cities include Gurugram, Rohtak, Dadri and Bahadurgarh which has experienced the tremor. In addition, residents of Meerut and Shamli in western Uttar Pradesh also felt the quake.</p><p>The earthquake shaken buildings in the city, prompting residents to rush outdoors, however, no immediate damage or injuries were reported following the quake. Meanwhile, the National Disaster Response Force (NDRF) came up with an advisory following the earthquake, directing people not to panic, run outside and take the stairs instead of lifts.</p><h3>Why earthquakes so often in Delhi?</h3><p>Earthquakes in the national capital is so frequent because this region lies at the junction of several tectonic plates and fault lines that contribute to risk of big seismic activities. According to the Delhi Disaster Management Authority (DDMA), Delhi comes under seismic zone IV on the Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) seismic zoning map, an area of "fairly high seismicity", where quakes of magnitude 5-6 are mostly common. The authority also noted that an earthquakes measuring 7-8 on the Richter Scale can also occur in tis zone where it could lead to potential damage.</p><p>The next key factor of frequent quake in Delhi is because this region is proximity to the Himalayas and the continuous tectonic collision between the Indian plate and the Eurasian plate has created the this mountain range to generates seismic waves that travel southward towards Delhi. And, the ongoing tectonic activity in the Himalayan region has results in frequent tremors in the northern plains, including the Delhi-NCR region, according to a report in Times of India.</p><p>There are several fault lines lies near Delhi, which includes the prominent Mahendragarh-Dehradun Fault (MDF) and the Delhi-Hardwar Ridge Fault. Movements along these faults cause seismic events causing tremor in the national capital. These fault lines have been majorly responsible for moderate earthquakes in the history of the region.</p><p>Delhi has experienced multiple moderate quakes in the past. In 2020, the national capital experienced at least three quakes above 3.0 magnitude followed by multiple aftershocks. Since 1720, Delhi has seen at least five major Earthquakes with the magnitude above 5.5 on the Richter scale.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p>

There are several fault lines lies near Delhi, which includes the prominent Mahendragarh-Dehradun Fault (MDF) and the Delhi-Hardwar Ridge Fault. Movements along these faults cause seismic events causing tremor in the national capital. 

A magnitude of 4.4 earthquake jolted Delhi-NCR on Thursday morning, with the epicentre located in the Jhajjar district of Haryana, 51 kilometres west of Delhi. The tremor occurred at 9:04 am IST at a depth of 10 km, with coordinates 28.63°N latitude and 76.68°E longitude, according to the National Centre for Seismology. In Haryana, cities include Gurugram, Rohtak, Dadri and Bahadurgarh which has experienced the tremor. In addition, residents of Meerut and Shamli in western Uttar Pradesh also felt the quake. The earthquake shaken buildings in the city, prompting residents to rush outdoors, however, no immediate damage or injuries were reported following the quake. Meanwhile, the National Disaster Response Force (NDRF) came up with an advisory following the earthquake, directing people not to panic, run outside and take the stairs instead of lifts. Why earthquakes so often in Delhi? Earthquakes in the national capital is so frequent because this region lies at the junction of several tectonic plates and fault lines that contribute to risk of big seismic activities. According to the Delhi Disaster Management Authority (DDMA), Delhi comes under seismic zone IV on the Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) seismic zoning map, an area of "fairly high seismicity", where quakes of magnitude 5-6 are mostly common. The authority also noted that an earthquakes measuring 7-8 on the Richter Scale can also occur in tis zone where it could lead to potential damage. The next key factor of frequent quake in Delhi is because this region is proximity to the Himalayas and the continuous tectonic collision between the Indian plate and the Eurasian plate has created the this mountain range to generates seismic waves that travel southward towards Delhi. And, the ongoing tectonic activity in the Himalayan region has results in frequent tremors in the northern plains, including the Delhi-NCR region, according to a report in Times of India. There are several fault lines lies near Delhi, which includes the prominent Mahendragarh-Dehradun Fault (MDF) and the Delhi-Hardwar Ridge Fault. Movements along these faults cause seismic events causing tremor in the national capital. These fault lines have been majorly responsible for moderate earthquakes in the history of the region. Delhi has experienced multiple moderate quakes in the past. In 2020, the national capital experienced at least three quakes above 3.0 magnitude followed by multiple aftershocks. Since 1720, Delhi has seen at least five major Earthquakes with the magnitude above 5.5 on the Richter scale.

<p>There are several fault lines lies near Delhi, which includes the prominent Mahendragarh-Dehradun Fault (MDF) and the Delhi-Hardwar Ridge Fault. Movements along these faults cause seismic events causing tremor in the national capital.&nbsp;</p>

Why does Delhi experience frequent Earthquakes? All you need to know

<p><br>Mystery around the discovery of an ancient city under the Egyptian pyramids continues to intensify. The two scientists who revealed earlier this year that they had found massive chambers and towers under the Pyramid of Khafre, now say that there is a colossal vertical shaft and two chambers below the Sphinx. They spoke about their latest scans at the Cosmic Summit in North Carolina. The researchers said that the Giza Plateau is hiding a vast subterranean complex, as revealed by new scans, Mail Online reported. They believe this hints at the existence of a massive underground city. According to their findings, a spiral-like staircase descends from the centre of the Sphinx's base. There are two square structures underneath - one at 2,000 feet and another at 4,000 feet - and the staircase goes down to these chambers.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><h2><strong>Eight vertical cylinder-shaped structures under pyramid</strong></h2><p>What started with one pyramid now extends to all three pyramids in Giza. This suggests that an extensive city lies under the pyramids, with chambers, staircases, pillars and more. Armando Mei, an Egyptologist and co-author of the study, said, "The discovery proves that the Giza Plateau was engineered long before the dynastic era, possibly around 36,400 BCE, as my research suggests." In March, the two scientists from Italy and Scotland said that sonar scans showed a city spanning more than 6,500 feet, and 10 times larger than the pyramids. They reportedly found eight vertical cylinder-shaped structures extending more than 2,100 feet below the pyramid, and more unknown structures 4,000 feet deeper. Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/scientists-detect-huge-city-under-the-giza-pyramids-in-egypt-8880016"><strong>Scientists detect huge city under Giza pyramids in Egypt. Not possible, experts say</strong></a></p><p>Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/trending/another-lost-city-detected-under-egyptian-pyramid-by-scientists-bu-it-says-expert-1749609642375"><strong>Another city detected under Egyptian pyramid by scientists who found Khafre towers</strong></a></p><h2><strong>Great Sphinx is hiding pillars, staircase and chambers</strong></h2><p>The team created 3D maps by analysing radar signals and timing them based on their bounce back. The maps revealed hidden subsurface structures under the pyramids. "Our geophysical surveys beneath the Great Sphinx uncovered pillar-like formations remarkably similar to those beneath the Khafre and Menkaure pyramids," Filippo Biondi from the University of Strathclyde in Scotland said. The findings are yet to be published in a journal to be peer reviewed, which they plan on doing in 2026. "Even more compelling, our tomographic imaging revealed two large chambers nearly 2,000 feet below the surface," Biondi added. The two chambers under the Sphinx measure 131 feet by 131 feet and seem to be connected by the shaft. Another revelation is the network of hidden structures below the surface that could be a part of the vast underground city. The scientists believe this entire city could be equal to the entire Giza Plateau in size. Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/trending/scientist-suggests-egyptian-pyramids-were-ancient-ports-built-near-a-nile-branch-that-disappeared-1750248323757"><strong>Scientist suggests Egyptian pyramids were 'ancient ports', built near a Nile branch that disappeared</strong></a></p><p>Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/science-tech/20000-year-old-labyrinth-with-3000-rooms-lies-under-egypt-pyramid-9012892"><strong>20,000-year-old labyrinth with 3,000 rooms lies under Egypt pyramid, centuries-old claim resurfaces</strong></a></p><h2><strong>Apocalypse destroyed the ancient Egyptian city?</strong></h2><p>The pyramids of Giza are believed to have been built 4,500 years ago. However, if the theory of a sophisticated, vast, ancient city is proven, then the whole history of Egypt changes. Some researchers say that an ancient advanced civilisation was wiped off 12,000 years ago by a flood triggered by an asteroid or comet impact. The pyramids are the only components that exist from that society. There are three pyramids - Khufu, Khafre and Menkaure - in the Giza complex built on the west bank of the Nile River in the name of pharaohs. Khufu is the oldest one and is also known as the Great Pyramid. It is 480ft tall and 750ft wide at its base. Khafre is the middle pyramid.<br>&nbsp;</p>

A vast ancient city believed to have been wiped off by an asteroid lies under the Egyptian pyramids. Scientists who first found it in sonar scans in March, and then more signs of structures later, have now discovered a shaft and chambers under the Sphinx. 

Mystery around the discovery of an ancient city under the Egyptian pyramids continues to intensify. The two scientists who revealed earlier this year that they had found massive chambers and towers under the Pyramid of Khafre, now say that there is a colossal vertical shaft and two chambers below the Sphinx. They spoke about their latest scans at the Cosmic Summit in North Carolina. The researchers said that the Giza Plateau is hiding a vast subterranean complex, as revealed by new scans, Mail Online reported. They believe this hints at the existence of a massive underground city. According to their findings, a spiral-like staircase descends from the centre of the Sphinx's base. There are two square structures underneath - one at 2,000 feet and another at 4,000 feet - and the staircase goes down to these chambers. Eight vertical cylinder-shaped structures under pyramid What started with one pyramid now extends to all three pyramids in Giza. This suggests that an extensive city lies under the pyramids, with chambers, staircases, pillars and more. Armando Mei, an Egyptologist and co-author of the study, said, "The discovery proves that the Giza Plateau was engineered long before the dynastic era, possibly around 36,400 BCE, as my research suggests." In March, the two scientists from Italy and Scotland said that sonar scans showed a city spanning more than 6,500 feet, and 10 times larger than the pyramids. They reportedly found eight vertical cylinder-shaped structures extending more than 2,100 feet below the pyramid, and more unknown structures 4,000 feet deeper. Also Read: Scientists detect huge city under Giza pyramids in Egypt. Not possible, experts say Also Read: Another city detected under Egyptian pyramid by scientists who found Khafre towers Great Sphinx is hiding pillars, staircase and chambers The team created 3D maps by analysing radar signals and timing them based on their bounce back. The maps revealed hidden subsurface structures under the pyramids. "Our geophysical surveys beneath the Great Sphinx uncovered pillar-like formations remarkably similar to those beneath the Khafre and Menkaure pyramids," Filippo Biondi from the University of Strathclyde in Scotland said. The findings are yet to be published in a journal to be peer reviewed, which they plan on doing in 2026. "Even more compelling, our tomographic imaging revealed two large chambers nearly 2,000 feet below the surface," Biondi added. The two chambers under the Sphinx measure 131 feet by 131 feet and seem to be connected by the shaft. Another revelation is the network of hidden structures below the surface that could be a part of the vast underground city. The scientists believe this entire city could be equal to the entire Giza Plateau in size. Also Read: Scientist suggests Egyptian pyramids were 'ancient ports', built near a Nile branch that disappeared Also Read: 20,000-year-old labyrinth with 3,000 rooms lies under Egypt pyramid, centuries-old claim resurfaces Apocalypse destroyed the ancient Egyptian city? The pyramids of Giza are believed to have been built 4,500 years ago. However, if the theory of a sophisticated, vast, ancient city is proven, then the whole history of Egypt changes. Some researchers say that an ancient advanced civilisation was wiped off 12,000 years ago by a flood triggered by an asteroid or comet impact. The pyramids are the only components that exist from that society. There are three pyramids - Khufu, Khafre and Menkaure - in the Giza complex built on the west bank of the Nile River in the name of pharaohs. Khufu is the oldest one and is also known as the Great Pyramid. It is 480ft tall and 750ft wide at its base. Khafre is the middle pyramid.

<p>A vast ancient city believed to have been wiped off by an asteroid lies under the Egyptian pyramids. Scientists who first found it in sonar scans in March, and then more signs of structures later, have now discovered a shaft and chambers under the Sphinx.&nbsp;</p>

Claims of underground city under pyramids get a boost as scientists detect secret chambers under Great Sphinx

<p>Earth is floating in a vast void in space, according to new findings. Not only our planet, but the entire Milky Way galaxy could be sitting inside a mysterious giant hole in space, astronomers have claimed. The research will be presented at the Royal Astronomical Society’s National Astronomy Meeting (NAM) in Durham, UK. The study, led by Indo-British scientist Indranil Banik, states that this theory could also be a possible explanation for the Hubble tension, EarthSky reported. If it holds true, then the age of our universe could also change. Right now, it is estimated to be 13.8 billion years old. Banik states that the theory of Earth sitting in a void is backed by the sound waves from the early universe, also known as "the sound of the Big Bang." Hubble tension remains a huge problem in astronomy.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><h2><strong>What is the Hubble Tension?</strong></h2><p>Proposed by Edwin Hubble in 1929, the Hubble constant was used to express the rate of expansion of the Universe. This rate has been observed to be increasing. Astronomers observe the distance of celestial objects and how fast they are moving away from us to know how fast the universe is expanding. But, the problem is that when measurements of the distant, early Universe are compared to measurements of the nearby, more recent Universe, the former reveals a slower rate of expansion. This is called the Hubble tension, and some even call it the Hubble crisis. This is where Banik and his team bring in their new theory. Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/science/great-wall-of-universe-10-billion-light-years-cosmic-monster-detected-in-space-should-not-exist-1751950803162"><strong>GREAT WALL of universe: 10 billion light-years long cosmic monster detected in space should not exist</strong></a></p><p>&nbsp;</p><h2><strong>Indo-British scientist says it is highly likely we are in a void</strong></h2><p>Banik said, "A potential solution to this inconsistency is that our galaxy is close to the centre of a large, local void. It would cause matter to be pulled by gravity toward the higher-density exterior of the void, leading to the void becoming emptier with time. As the void is emptying out, the velocity of objects away from us would be larger than if the void were not there. This, therefore, gives the appearance of a faster local expansion rate." About the Hubble tension, Banik says that it is a "local phenomenon with little evidence that the expansion rate disagrees with expectations in the standard cosmology further back in time. So a local solution like a local void is a promising way to go about solving the problem." Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/science/scientists-use-nasa-s-tess-to-discover-super-earth-that-could-host-billions-is-toi-1846-b-humanity-s-next-home-1751872216783"><strong>Scientists use NASA's TESS to discover ‘super-earth’ that could host billions—Is TOI-1846 b humanity's next home?</strong></a></p><p>&nbsp;</p><h2><strong>Sound of the Big Bang&nbsp;</strong></h2><p>This would mean that Earth and our solar system are near the centre of a two-billion-light-year-wide void. The number of galaxies present in our local universe is lower than in neighbouring regions, which further backs the theory. But it goes against the standard model of cosmology, according to which matter should be more uniformly spread. But there is still something else that supports the idea of a void - the baryon acoustic oscillations (BAOs) – or the “sound of the Big Bang”. Banik said, "These sound waves travelled for only a short while before becoming frozen in place once the universe cooled enough for neutral atoms to form. They act as a standard ruler, whose angular size we can use to chart the cosmic expansion history." Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/science/interstellar-visitor-solar-system-is-only-the-third-other-two-objects-oumuamua-and-comet-with-huge-tail-1751518381560"><strong>Interstellar visitor spotted is only the third: One of the other two appeared to be an 'alien vessel'</strong></a></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Banik said that their model and measurements support the idea of Earth lying in a void. His team checked BAOs measurements from over the last 20 years, according to which, it is about 100 million times more likely that a void model exists than a void-free model. Researchers now plan to compare their local void model with other methods to learn more about the history of the universe’s expansion.&nbsp;</p>

A void in universe? Earth and the Milky Way are lying in a large void in space, a study has stated. Researchers backed it up with the sound of the Big Bang and the smaller number of galaxies near us. The void theory also solves the Hubble tension. 

Earth is floating in a vast void in space, according to new findings. Not only our planet, but the entire Milky Way galaxy could be sitting inside a mysterious giant hole in space, astronomers have claimed. The research will be presented at the Royal Astronomical Society’s National Astronomy Meeting (NAM) in Durham, UK. The study, led by Indo-British scientist Indranil Banik, states that this theory could also be a possible explanation for the Hubble tension, EarthSky reported. If it holds true, then the age of our universe could also change. Right now, it is estimated to be 13.8 billion years old. Banik states that the theory of Earth sitting in a void is backed by the sound waves from the early universe, also known as "the sound of the Big Bang." Hubble tension remains a huge problem in astronomy. What is the Hubble Tension? Proposed by Edwin Hubble in 1929, the Hubble constant was used to express the rate of expansion of the Universe. This rate has been observed to be increasing. Astronomers observe the distance of celestial objects and how fast they are moving away from us to know how fast the universe is expanding. But, the problem is that when measurements of the distant, early Universe are compared to measurements of the nearby, more recent Universe, the former reveals a slower rate of expansion. This is called the Hubble tension, and some even call it the Hubble crisis. This is where Banik and his team bring in their new theory. Also Read: GREAT WALL of universe: 10 billion light-years long cosmic monster detected in space should not exist Indo-British scientist says it is highly likely we are in a void Banik said, "A potential solution to this inconsistency is that our galaxy is close to the centre of a large, local void. It would cause matter to be pulled by gravity toward the higher-density exterior of the void, leading to the void becoming emptier with time. As the void is emptying out, the velocity of objects away from us would be larger than if the void were not there. This, therefore, gives the appearance of a faster local expansion rate." About the Hubble tension, Banik says that it is a "local phenomenon with little evidence that the expansion rate disagrees with expectations in the standard cosmology further back in time. So a local solution like a local void is a promising way to go about solving the problem." Also Read: Scientists use NASA's TESS to discover ‘super-earth’ that could host billions—Is TOI-1846 b humanity's next home? Sound of the Big Bang This would mean that Earth and our solar system are near the centre of a two-billion-light-year-wide void. The number of galaxies present in our local universe is lower than in neighbouring regions, which further backs the theory. But it goes against the standard model of cosmology, according to which matter should be more uniformly spread. But there is still something else that supports the idea of a void - the baryon acoustic oscillations (BAOs) – or the “sound of the Big Bang”. Banik said, "These sound waves travelled for only a short while before becoming frozen in place once the universe cooled enough for neutral atoms to form. They act as a standard ruler, whose angular size we can use to chart the cosmic expansion history." Also Read: Interstellar visitor spotted is only the third: One of the other two appeared to be an 'alien vessel' Banik said that their model and measurements support the idea of Earth lying in a void. His team checked BAOs measurements from over the last 20 years, according to which, it is about 100 million times more likely that a void model exists than a void-free model. Researchers now plan to compare their local void model with other methods to learn more about the history of the universe’s expansion.

<p>A void in universe? Earth and the Milky Way are lying in a large void in space, a study has stated. Researchers backed it up with the sound of the Big Bang and the smaller number of galaxies near us. The void theory also solves the Hubble tension.&nbsp;</p>

2-billion-light-year-wide cosmic void cocoons Earth and even the Milky Way

<p>Airport radars are tasked with detecting and tracking aircraft that are flying near an airport. However, a new study has found that they could also be revealing our location to aliens and advanced civilisations. The radars leak electromagnetic energy into space, which can be picked up by living beings as far as 200 light-years away. The study analysed what these signals appear like to extraterrestrials that could be present far away from us. This theory comes with two conditions. First, the alien civilisation should have state-of-the-art radio telescopes like Earth. Second, 200 light-years is how far humans can look to spot aliens with similar technology. The findings were revealed at the Royal Astronomical Society’s National Astronomy Meeting 2025 in Durham.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><h2><strong>Airport radars exposing our location to aliens 200 light-years away</strong></h2><p>The team simulated settings to understand what these radar signals would appear as from nearby stars such as Barnard’s Star and AU Microscopii after leaving Earth and spreading in space. The researchers found that the radio signal sent out by these radars is enough to be picked up by telescopes similar to those we have on Earth. Airport radars generate a combined radio signal of 2×1015 watts, which could be easily detected by telescopes that are the same as the Green Bank Telescope in West Virginia. They could be as far as 200 light-years from Earth, and would still be able to pick up these radar signals.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><h2><strong>Military radars are stronger</strong></h2><p>When it comes to military radar systems, the signals being sent out are even more powerful. Military radar systems are more focused and have an accumulated peak emission reaching about 1×1014 watts in a given field-of-view of the observer. The signals emitted by them will be a hundred times stronger from some points in interstellar space. They will also appear to be "clearly artificial" to anyone who has access to powerful radio telescopes.<br>The team concluded that radar signals on any planet could act as a universal sign of intelligent life.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><h2><strong>How humans and Earth appear to aliens</strong></h2><p>The study shows not only how we can learn about other civilisations in the universe, but also what our signals look like in space. Michael Garrett of the University of Manchester, a co-author of the paper, said, "By learning how our signals travel through space, we gain valuable insights into how to protect the radio spectrum for communications and design future radar systems. The methods developed for modelling and detecting these weak signals can also be used in astronomy, planetary defence and even in monitoring the impact of human technology on our space environment.<br>&nbsp;</p>

A major instrument at airports is revealing our location to aliens and other advanced civilisations in space. A study has noted that signals coming from Earth can be picked up as far as 200 light-years away. 

Airport radars are tasked with detecting and tracking aircraft that are flying near an airport. However, a new study has found that they could also be revealing our location to aliens and advanced civilisations. The radars leak electromagnetic energy into space, which can be picked up by living beings as far as 200 light-years away. The study analysed what these signals appear like to extraterrestrials that could be present far away from us. This theory comes with two conditions. First, the alien civilisation should have state-of-the-art radio telescopes like Earth. Second, 200 light-years is how far humans can look to spot aliens with similar technology. The findings were revealed at the Royal Astronomical Society’s National Astronomy Meeting 2025 in Durham. Airport radars exposing our location to aliens 200 light-years away The team simulated settings to understand what these radar signals would appear as from nearby stars such as Barnard’s Star and AU Microscopii after leaving Earth and spreading in space. The researchers found that the radio signal sent out by these radars is enough to be picked up by telescopes similar to those we have on Earth. Airport radars generate a combined radio signal of 2×1015 watts, which could be easily detected by telescopes that are the same as the Green Bank Telescope in West Virginia. They could be as far as 200 light-years from Earth, and would still be able to pick up these radar signals. Military radars are stronger When it comes to military radar systems, the signals being sent out are even more powerful. Military radar systems are more focused and have an accumulated peak emission reaching about 1×1014 watts in a given field-of-view of the observer. The signals emitted by them will be a hundred times stronger from some points in interstellar space. They will also appear to be "clearly artificial" to anyone who has access to powerful radio telescopes. The team concluded that radar signals on any planet could act as a universal sign of intelligent life. How humans and Earth appear to aliens The study shows not only how we can learn about other civilisations in the universe, but also what our signals look like in space. Michael Garrett of the University of Manchester, a co-author of the paper, said, "By learning how our signals travel through space, we gain valuable insights into how to protect the radio spectrum for communications and design future radar systems. The methods developed for modelling and detecting these weak signals can also be used in astronomy, planetary defence and even in monitoring the impact of human technology on our space environment.

<p>A major instrument at airports is revealing our location to aliens and other advanced civilisations in space. A study has noted that signals coming from Earth can be picked up as far as 200 light-years away.&nbsp;</p>

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