Earth's Inner Core's Gravitational Tug Alters Day Length, Study Finds
Scientists identified a gravitational interaction between the planet's solid inner core and its mantle that can change the speed of Earth's rotation.
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Ancient Disease Traces Found in 1,000-Year-Old Religious Text
Researchers discovered DNA of the sheep pox virus in the parchment of the York Gospels, revealing the pathogen's long history.
Brunettes May Have an Unfair Advantage in Perceived Attractiveness, Study Suggests
Darker hair and high-contrast backgrounds can make facial skin appear more even, influencing perceptions of health and attractiveness.
Ancient DNA Found in 1,000-Year-Old Gospel Reveals Sheep Disease History
Traces of sheeppox virus DNA discovered in the York Gospels offer new insights into the evolution of the livestock pathogen.
Floating 'Scarecrows' with Giant Eyes Used to Deter Seagulls from Fishing Nets
A new study reveals that simple deterrents, like floating buoys with looming eyes and predator-shaped kites, significantly reduce seabird bycatch.
Rare Bog Grass Moth Discovered in North Wales Nature Reserve
Conservationists express surprise at finding the elusive species in Gwynedd.
Voice Analysis Could Reveal Biological Age and Cognitive Decline, Study Suggests
Machine learning tool analyzes hundreds of vocal features to estimate age and identify potential health concerns.
Astronomers Detect Potential Planet in Habitable Zone of Hottest Star Yet
The celestial body, if confirmed, would be the first planet discovered orbiting such a scorching star.
Orionid Meteor Shower Peaks This Week, Offering Spectacle of Halley's Comet Debris
The annual celestial event, caused by Earth passing through dust from Halley's Comet, is expected to produce up to 20 meteors per hour under ideal conditions.