Category : Search result: planetary science


Moon Drifting Away From Earth Each Year

Groundbreaking research reveals the Moon is gradually spiralling away from Earth at 3.8cm per year, a phenomenon that will fundamentally alter our planet's environment and the length of our day over millions of years.

British Scientists Create CRISPR-Edited Super Horses

Groundbreaking research from the UK uses CRISPR gene-editing technology to create horses with significantly improved muscle growth and running endurance, revolutionising equine sports and veterinary science.

Moon and Saturn's Celestial Rendezvous This Week

Stargazers are in for a treat as the nearly full Moon glides past the magnificent ringed planet Saturn in a stunning night sky display. Our guide tells you when and where to watch this astronomical event from the UK.

NASA's InSight Lander finds mysterious molten blobs on Mars

New seismic data from NASA's Mars InSight mission has revealed a baffling mystery deep beneath the Elysium Planitia region. Scientists have discovered massive subterranean 'blobs' of molten rock, a finding that challenges our fundamental understanding of

Physicists Reveal The Secret Formula For The Perfect Pint

Scientists from the University of Huddersfield have cracked the code on pouring the ideal pint of Guinness. Discover the exact 45-degree angle and two-part pour technique to achieve the perfect creamy head every time.

Earth's Wobbly Orbit Alters Sun's Distance, Scientists Find

Groundbreaking research from the University of Galway and the University of Arizona uncovers how cyclical changes in Earth's orbit and axial tilt directly impact the amount of solar energy we receive, with profound implications for understanding long-term

Arctic Ice Melt Slows Unexpectedly, Baffling Scientists

In a startling twist that challenges climate models, researchers discover a mysterious slowdown in Arctic sea ice melt, prompting a urgent scientific quest for answers in the face of rising global temperatures.

Brian Cox: UK Science Cuts a 'Catastrophic Failure'

Renowned physicist Brian Cox delivers a scathing critique of the UK government's science funding, warning of a 'catastrophic failure of ambition' that threatens to dismantle Britain's world-leading research reputation.

Meanwhile on Earth: French sci-fi explores dark alien ethics

A profound and unsettling French science fiction film forces audiences to confront humanity's darkest impulses when faced with extraterrestrial visitors. This cerebral thriller explores the terrifying moral abyss of first contact.

Arctic Sea Ice Melt Slows, Baffling Scientists

In a surprising twist for climate science, the rapid melt of Arctic sea ice has shown a significant and unexpected slowdown over the past decade, challenging existing models and forcing a major rethink of our understanding of the polar region's future.

Circular Motion Review: A World Spinning Out of Control

Delve into Alex Foster's breathtaking debut novel, 'Circular Motion', a high-concept thriller where the Earth's rotation accelerates, hurtling society towards chaos. A masterful blend of climate fiction and human drama.

Royal Society criticised over trans entrants for women's award

The Royal Society faces a major backlash and accusations of 'erasing women' after its prestigious award for women in science was opened to biological males who identify as female. Supreme Court judge Lady Haldane is at the centre of the storm.

Oxford Scientists Date The 'True Cross' In Historic Finding

A stunning scientific analysis of a purported fragment of the True Cross from the Crucifixion of Jesus Christ has revealed its true age, challenging centuries of Christian tradition and belief. Oxford University researchers deliver their verdict.

The 'Double Breath' Technique to Fall Asleep in Seconds

Struggling to switch off? A revolutionary breathing method, backed by science, promises to quiet your mind and induce deep sleep almost instantly. Discover the simple trick that's changing nights for insomniacs across the UK.

Page 1 of 4