2025-05-22
ALMA measures evolution of monster barred spiral galaxy
A research team led by Shuo Huang (NAOJ and Nagoya University) has observed a massive and extremely active barred spiral galaxy in the early universe with ALMA and the James Webb Space Telescope. They found that compared to modern galaxies, this monster galaxy has important similarities in shape and differences in the gas motion.
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Study reveals dietary shift of native New Zealand gulls
When you think of gulls in Auckland you probably picture a large black-backed pirate, swooping down to snatch hot chips at the beach. That bird is the karoro—the Southern black-backed gull (Larus dominicanus). While often overlooked, new research is revealing just how remarkable these birds really are.
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Locals, young men and children in most danger during flooding
With an estimated 50,000 people warned to prepare for isolation across New South Wales' Mid North Coast and Hunter regions, experts are reminding residents that entering floodwaters often poses the most significant risk to life.
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An extreme cousin for Pluto? Possible dwarf planet discovered at solar system's edge
A small team led by Sihao Cheng, Martin A. and Helen Chooljian Member in the Institute for Advanced Study's School of Natural Sciences, has discovered an extraordinary trans-Neptunian object (TNO), named 2017 OF201, at the edge of our solar system.
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How modern dog ownership has redefined family and parenting
Birth rates are declining worldwide, while dog parenting practices are gaining popularity. What does this growing "furry children" trend reveal about our societies?
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Sound recordings from healthy reefs boost coral settlement on artificial structures
Coral reefs are vital to marine biodiversity, but their livelihood is under threat due to climate instability and the impacts of human activities.
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'Strange' star pulses detected in search for extraterrestrial intelligence
A retired researcher has detected an unusual pulse in the light of nearby stars while looking for signs of extraterrestrial intelligence. Aliens are one possible explanation for the strange signal, but as with every other unexplained space phenomenon, it's probably not aliens.
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How outdoor sports can support youth as they navigate climate change
As climate change continues to impact the way we interact with our planet, it's critical to consider ways we can encourage youth to participate in climate action initiatives.
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Drones with AI help farmers optimize nitrogen fertilizer use
A new University of Florida study published in HortScience shows how drones can do more than just take aerial pictures and videos—they can help farmers grow better hemp by seeing the health of their crops with some artificial intelligence assistance.
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Expanded viral immunity in cholera bacteria linked to large-scale outbreaks in Latin America
Cholera bacteria aren't just battling antibiotics and public health measures—they are also constantly under attack from bacteriophages (phages), viruses that infect and kill bacteria. These viruses don't just influence individual infections; they can make or break entire epidemics. In fact, certain bacteriophages are thought to limit the size and duration of cholera outbreaks by killing off Vibrio cholerae, the bacterium behind the disease.
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Titan's mysterious wobbling atmosphere is like a gyroscope, new research suggests
The puzzling behavior of Titan's atmosphere has been revealed by researchers at the University of Bristol for the first time. By analyzing data from the Cassini-Huygens mission, a joint venture between NASA, the European Space Agency (ESA), and the Italian Space Agency, the team have shown that the thick, hazy atmosphere of Saturn's largest moon doesn't spin in line with its surface, but instead wobbles like a gyroscope, shifting with the seasons.
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House Passes Megabill Slashing Environmental Protections
Early on 22 May, the U.S. House of Representatives passed a massive GOP-backed bill that seeks to push forward President Trump’s domestic policy agenda. Within the bill’s 1082 pages are sweeping repeals of regulations that defend the environment, mitigate climate change, and protect public health.
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