Category: Science
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You’re a true genius if you can spot all 16 houses in this tricky brainteaser
Brainteasers and other types of brain puzzles are a great way to stretch the mind and push one of the…
Spectacular fossil site shines light on the twilight of the dinosaurs
Palaeontologists working in South America have found a “spectacular fossil site” which is shining a light on life in the…
A loo with a view! Sneak peek of the toilet on board space balloon
A loo with a view! Space Perspective gives a sneak peek at the toilet on board its balloon that will…
Scientists find humour ISN'T a dealbreaker when finding 'the one'
You’re having a laugh! Humour ISN’T a dealbreaker when finding ‘the one’ – and trying too hard to be funny…
4,000-Year-Old Board Game Called 58 Holes Discovered in Azerbaijan
Board games are coming back … and not just Millennial Monopoly, which has no rental properties so you’re forced to park…
NASA to fly rockets into Moon’s shadow during Saturday’s eclipse for study
NASA is set to launch a trio of rockets during tomorrow’s “Ring of Fire” solar eclipse in order to study…
'Ring of Fire' eclipse will appear TOMORROW -Here is how to see it
Rare ‘Ring of Fire’ solar eclipse will appear TOMORROW: Here is how and when to see the 2023 celestial wonder…
World’s grimmest exorcisms that inspired films – from priest to ‘devil’ child
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Neanderthals hunted cave lions with wooden spears some 48,000 years ago
Neanderthals hunted big cats with wooden spears as early as 48,000 years ago — and may have used the animal’s…
Lasers could be used to help lay roads across the surface of the Moon
Roads could be laid on the Moon by using lasers to melt lunar soil into a more solid, layered substance…
Musician who played with Barbra Streisand has seen 'UFO mummies'
EXCLUSIVE: I’ve handled the Mexican ‘UFO mummies’ that set the world alight last month – I don’t think they’re aliens,…
NASA shows off biggest asteroid sample for first time — and it contains water
NASA has released the first public images of the biggest-ever sample collected from an asteroid — with early analyses revealing…
Watch NASA unveil first sample from asteroid Bennu
NASA unveils first analysis of world-ending asteroid Bennu that could crash into Earth in next 150 years NASA is set…
Brit released by Taliban had ‘best adventure’ watching Barbie with ‘best mates’
A British "danger tourist" who was finally released after eight months with the Taliban described his "best adventure yet" with…
Coin tosses are NOT 50/50 – how to boost chance of choosing right side
Heads or tails? Coin tosses are NOT 50/50, scientists say – here’s how to boost your chance of choosing the…
Bloke who became ‘dog’ plays Nintendo and convinces rivals he’s ‘real’
A bloke has spent over £12,500 on an elaborate lifelike border collie costume so that he can live his life…
AI chatbot reportedly promotes underage sex, investigation finds
Chai Ai app linked to the suicide of a Belgian man this year is also promoting underage sex, suicide and…
You’re a true genius if you solve this tricky exit brainteaser in 12 seconds
Brainteasers are a great way to push the mind to its limits and keep one of the body’s most important…
Alexa users trust the Amazon device because they see it as human
Alexa users trust the Amazon device because they see it as human rather than a machine, study finds Researchers found…
UK’s heaviest man almost sent to London Zoo as too big for hospital X-ray
Doctors trying to treat Britain's heaviest man contemplated sending him to London Zoo for an X-ray, but changed their minds…
How and when to see Draconid Meteor Shower from the UK
Draconid Meteor Shower peaks tonight: How and when to see shooting stars from the UK The Draconid Meteor Shower can…
‘Trash can of the cell’ responsible for spreading cancer, new study warns
Long thought of as the “trash can of the cell”, a tiny organelle released amid cellular division is actually packed…
I'm a Wi-Fi expert – here's an incredible trick to boost your signal
Need a Wi-Fi boost? Expert reveals how a device you likely have around the house can increase signal A tech…
Ex-Apple worker reveals why some iPhone users should avoid iOS update
I was an ex-Apple employee – this is why you should NOT get the latest iOS update if you have…
China has re-written the Bible to reject the West and ‘tighten grip on country’
The Chinese government has been busy re-writing the Bible to strengthen its grip on religion in the country. It was…
Woman whose body was paraded around on back of Hamas pick-up truck identified
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Archaeologists crack mystery of ancient Maya after 7,000-year-old remains found
Mexican temple discovered containing tomb of ancient Mayan king The Maya have fascinated historians for centuries, a civilisation that lived…
Dog or monster? Snap leaves Twitter users questioning their eyes
An action shot of a dog jumping in the water has been compared to ‘Edward Scissorpaws’ and called ‘haunting’ by…
Spooked couple spot ‘ghost’ in fried egg as ghoul meddles in morning fry up
A fry up horror show led one couple to believe they had spotted a ghost in their eggs. The eerie…
90s AI Yearbook trend takes over TikTok – how to try it
This 90s AI Yearbook trend is taking over TikTok – here’s how to give your photos the retro treatment New…
Amazon is quietly shutting down a popular app for music fans
Amazon is quietly shutting down a popular app in a service shake-up that will affect hundreds of music fans The…
Mont Blanc is shrinking: Mountain loses 7.28ft in height in two years
Mont Blanc is SHRINKING: Mountain has lost 7.28ft in height over the last two years as rising temperatures melt the…
Elle Brooke responds to horny fan asking to ‘buy her toenail clippings’
Elle Brooke has responded to a horny fan's frankly bizarre request for her toenail clippings. Yesterday (Wednesday, October 4) the…
Only 1 percent of people can spot the baby panda hiding among the students
Test your eyesight with our latest animal optical illusion brainteaser. The fun activity will definitely put your mind to the…
The £350 Google Pixel 2 smartwatch can tell you if you're stressed
The new £350 Google Pixel 2 smartwatch that can tell you if it’s time to stop stressing Pixel Watch 2…
Popular sleep meds don’t actually give you a better night’s rest, expert warns
Commonly used sleep aids do not actually give you a better night’s slumber but instead just sedate you — which…
Revealed: The 20 countries with the highest risk of flooding
Revealed: The 20 countries with the highest number of towns and cities at risk of deadly flooding – so, is…
Woman is praised for 'genius' AI hack to help her in a job interview
Woman is praised for ‘genius’ AI hack to help her in a job interview – as viewers joke she ‘deserves…
Factory worker put ring pulls and plastic gloves in food for Nando’s
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NASA plans to build a HOUSE on the moon by 2040
NASA plans to build HOUSE on the moon by 2040 that could be the first off-Earth ‘Airbnb’ for civilians NASA…