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Best Gaming Laptops of 2024: Asus TUF Gaming A14, Alienware m16 R2, and More
The gaming laptops market in India has seen steady growth in the last few years and is poised to continue growing in the years to come. In 2024, gamers who were looking for a gaming laptop had plenty of options to choose from. Brands such as Alienware, Asus, Acer, HP, and Lenovo upgraded some models with the latest chipset and graphics and launched...
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Some Squirrels Are Ruthless Predators That Devour Meat: Study
California ground squirrels, usually known for their plant-based diet, have been observed hunting and eating voles in the first recorded instance of the species preying on live vertebrates, according to new research.
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Scientists Discover Alien-Like Predator In Ocean's Depth, Call It 'Darkness'
The discovery of D. camanchaca is groundbreaking not only because of its predatory nature but also because it represents a newly identified genus.
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Pregnant Great White Shark Killed in Queensland to Aid in Scientific Research
An 18-foot pregnant great white shark was killed on a Queensland drumline in August. This marks the largest white shark caught by the state’s Shark Control Program since its inception in 1962. While her death is a conservation setback, researchers are using samples from her body to study the species’ biology, reproductive patterns, and environm...
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James Webb Telescope Breaks Record with Discovery of Early Galaxies Dating 200 Million Years After Big Bang
The James Webb Space Telescope has spotted five galaxy candidates dating back to 200 million years after the Big Bang. These findings could transform our understanding of early cosmic evolution. Discovered via gravitational lensing, these galaxies, if confirmed, predate known formations and offer vital insights into the universe’s infancy. Scient...
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Baleen Whales’ Hearing Tested for the First Time, Scientists Discover New Capabilities
Juvenile minke whales were temporarily captured in a Norwegian study to investigate their hearing. Results published in Science showed that baleen whales detect ultrasonic frequencies, possibly aiding in predator evasion. This breakthrough, despite ethical debates, could influence ocean noise regulation. Critics raised concerns about stress and har...
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Ava, Cute Golden Tigress From Thailand, Becomes Viral Sensation
Zoo authorities describe Ava is playful and sociable and is friendly towards children, in stark contrast with its predator image.
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Researchers Find Evidence of the Oldest Alphabetic Writing in Human History in Syria
Clay cylinders bearing alphabetic inscriptions have been discovered in a 2400 BCE tomb at Tell Umm-el Marra, Syria. The find challenges prior beliefs about the origin and timeline of alphabetic writing, previously thought to have emerged around 1900 BCE in Egypt. The artefacts, unearthed by Johns Hopkins University researchers, include Early Bronze...
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Saber-Toothed Kitten Preserved for 37,000 Years Found in Siberian Ice
A saber-toothed kitten, frozen in Siberian permafrost for 37,000 years, has provided an unprecedented look at the extinct predator Homotherium latidens. Unearthed near the Arctic Circle, the well-preserved cub retains soft brown fur, intact whiskers, sharp claws, and footpads, offering unique insights into its anatomy. Radiocarbon dating revealed t...
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123 Bodies Found in England's Ancient Leicester Cathedral: What You Need to Know
In Leicester, archaeologists uncovered a mass burial pit containing 123 bodies, dating back to the early 12th century. The cause of death remains unclear, though theories point to famine or pestilence. Radiocarbon dating revealed the bodies predated the Black Death, further deepening the mystery. The find offers a glimpse into medieval life and dea...
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Fossils of Dinosaur With Armoured Plate and Bony Spikes Found, Could Withstand Impacts From Car Crash
Borealopelta markmitchelli, an armoured dinosaur from the Early Cretaceous, possessed highly durable keratin armour. A recent study reveals that its armour was capable of withstanding impacts equivalent to modern car crashes. This robust structure, a thick keratin sheath over bony plates, likely served both for predator protection and for combat am...
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Worlds Largest Oceanic Predator-Prey Event Recorded Off Norway Coast
Scientists have witnessed what they believe to be the largest oceanic predation event ever observed off the coast of Norway.
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Animals Fear Humans More Than Lions In South Africa's Wild: Study
Over 10,000 recordings showed that 95% of animals reacted more strongly to human sounds than lion roars, challenging the belief that animals would habituate to humans in non-hunting environments.
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Record-Breaking Marine Predation Event Provides Insights into Ocean Ecosystems
In a groundbreaking observation, scientists have recorded the largest marine predation event ever documented, offering unprecedented insights into ocean ecosystem dynamics. Using advanced sonar technology, researchers tracked interactions between capelin, a small forage fish, and their primary predator, cod, as part of a massive, coordinated predat...
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Bhoot Chaturdashi: All About West Bengal's Version Of Halloween
Bhoot Chaturdashi predates Diwali in West Bengal and was traditionally practiced as a night of protection, remembrance and spiritual cleansing.
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Best Gaming Laptops of 2024: Asus TUF Gaming A14, Alienware m16 R2, and More
The gaming laptops market in India has seen steady growth in the last few years and is poised to continue growing in the years to come. In 2024, gamers who were looking for a gaming laptop had plenty of options to choose from. Brands such as Alienware, Asus, Acer, HP, and Lenovo upgraded some models with the latest chipset and graphics and launched...
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Some Squirrels Are Ruthless Predators That Devour Meat: Study
California ground squirrels, usually known for their plant-based diet, have been observed hunting and eating voles in the first recorded instance of the species preying on live vertebrates, according to new research.
-
Scientists Discover Alien-Like Predator In Ocean's Depth, Call It 'Darkness'
The discovery of D. camanchaca is groundbreaking not only because of its predatory nature but also because it represents a newly identified genus.
-
Pregnant Great White Shark Killed in Queensland to Aid in Scientific Research
An 18-foot pregnant great white shark was killed on a Queensland drumline in August. This marks the largest white shark caught by the state’s Shark Control Program since its inception in 1962. While her death is a conservation setback, researchers are using samples from her body to study the species’ biology, reproductive patterns, and environm...
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James Webb Telescope Breaks Record with Discovery of Early Galaxies Dating 200 Million Years After Big Bang
The James Webb Space Telescope has spotted five galaxy candidates dating back to 200 million years after the Big Bang. These findings could transform our understanding of early cosmic evolution. Discovered via gravitational lensing, these galaxies, if confirmed, predate known formations and offer vital insights into the universe’s infancy. Scient...
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Baleen Whales’ Hearing Tested for the First Time, Scientists Discover New Capabilities
Juvenile minke whales were temporarily captured in a Norwegian study to investigate their hearing. Results published in Science showed that baleen whales detect ultrasonic frequencies, possibly aiding in predator evasion. This breakthrough, despite ethical debates, could influence ocean noise regulation. Critics raised concerns about stress and har...
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Ava, Cute Golden Tigress From Thailand, Becomes Viral Sensation
Zoo authorities describe Ava is playful and sociable and is friendly towards children, in stark contrast with its predator image.
-
Researchers Find Evidence of the Oldest Alphabetic Writing in Human History in Syria
Clay cylinders bearing alphabetic inscriptions have been discovered in a 2400 BCE tomb at Tell Umm-el Marra, Syria. The find challenges prior beliefs about the origin and timeline of alphabetic writing, previously thought to have emerged around 1900 BCE in Egypt. The artefacts, unearthed by Johns Hopkins University researchers, include Early Bronze...
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Saber-Toothed Kitten Preserved for 37,000 Years Found in Siberian Ice
A saber-toothed kitten, frozen in Siberian permafrost for 37,000 years, has provided an unprecedented look at the extinct predator Homotherium latidens. Unearthed near the Arctic Circle, the well-preserved cub retains soft brown fur, intact whiskers, sharp claws, and footpads, offering unique insights into its anatomy. Radiocarbon dating revealed t...
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123 Bodies Found in England's Ancient Leicester Cathedral: What You Need to Know
In Leicester, archaeologists uncovered a mass burial pit containing 123 bodies, dating back to the early 12th century. The cause of death remains unclear, though theories point to famine or pestilence. Radiocarbon dating revealed the bodies predated the Black Death, further deepening the mystery. The find offers a glimpse into medieval life and dea...
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Fossils of Dinosaur With Armoured Plate and Bony Spikes Found, Could Withstand Impacts From Car Crash
Borealopelta markmitchelli, an armoured dinosaur from the Early Cretaceous, possessed highly durable keratin armour. A recent study reveals that its armour was capable of withstanding impacts equivalent to modern car crashes. This robust structure, a thick keratin sheath over bony plates, likely served both for predator protection and for combat am...
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Worlds Largest Oceanic Predator-Prey Event Recorded Off Norway Coast
Scientists have witnessed what they believe to be the largest oceanic predation event ever observed off the coast of Norway.
-
Animals Fear Humans More Than Lions In South Africa's Wild: Study
Over 10,000 recordings showed that 95% of animals reacted more strongly to human sounds than lion roars, challenging the belief that animals would habituate to humans in non-hunting environments.
-
Record-Breaking Marine Predation Event Provides Insights into Ocean Ecosystems
In a groundbreaking observation, scientists have recorded the largest marine predation event ever documented, offering unprecedented insights into ocean ecosystem dynamics. Using advanced sonar technology, researchers tracked interactions between capelin, a small forage fish, and their primary predator, cod, as part of a massive, coordinated predat...
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Bhoot Chaturdashi: All About West Bengal's Version Of Halloween
Bhoot Chaturdashi predates Diwali in West Bengal and was traditionally practiced as a night of protection, remembrance and spiritual cleansing.
