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The Hindu

SpaceX’s Starship returns from orbit and is captured by launch pad arms in a dramatic first

SpaceX expects to begin launching Starships from Florida’s Kennedy Space Center within the next few months

Times of India

2 Infants buried in Peru about 1,600 years ago; one had a rare fatal birth defect called cyclopia

In southern Peru, archaeologists uncovered the remains of two infants buried together, one exhibiting cyclopia. Genetic analysis confirmed that the infant with cyclopia had trisomy 13, a chromosomal condition. Their burial in a single ceramic vessel reveals in

Times of India

Researchers track Carnaby's cockatoos in Western Australia; find native habitat helps in conservation

Urbanization is significantly impacting the habitats of Carnaby's cockatoos in Western Australia. Research indicates that these birds are forced to travel longer distances in search of food across divided landscapes. Even minor patches of native vegetation pla

Times of India

Scientists scooped 11 endangered alpine spiny crayfish from a Victorian creek after bushfires

In January 2026, bushfires in Victoria threatened the alpine spiny crayfish, prompting a rescue effort by scientists. The 11 crayfish were taken to Snobs Creek conservation hatchery to recover after being rescued from dangerous waters. They faced various chall

Times of India

When people entered a cave in Chiapas, Mexico, in 2012, they found 165 human skulls

In a remarkable discovery, a total of 165 human skulls was unearthed in a cave located in Chiapas, Mexico, shedding light on ancient Mesoamerican rituals. Dating back around 1,000 years to the Early Postclassic period, these remains included notably women and

Times of India

Pacific survey finds 15 breeding seabird species, 132 turtle nests and two unusual fish observations

Researchers have unveiled the rich marine biodiversity of the isolated atolls of Bikar and Bokak in the Marshall Islands. Their exploration discovered robust populations of seabirds and active green sea turtle nesting grounds. Additionally, they identified a w

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Bat Skulls Shrink Over Decades: Malagasy flying fox skulls are 6% smaller; commercial hunting may contribute

Studies show that the skulls of Malagasy flying foxes have become about six percent smaller over the past few decades. This reduction in size is likely attributed to factors such as commercial hunting and habitat loss due to deforestation. The decrease in larg

Times of India

A 'yellow brick road' beneath the Pacific Ocean traced to ancient volcanic activity

Times of India

Two new Amazon howler monkey species found after 84 years; camera traps capture bridge crossing

Scientists have identified two previously unknown howler monkey species in the Amazon rainforest through genetic research, 84 years after the last new species was described. The study highlights the region’s hidden biodiversity and the threat posed by deforest