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Earliest galaxies found ‘on our cosmic doorstep’
Some of the earliest galaxies to form in the Universe are sitting on our cosmic doorstep,…
Wheat gene map to help ‘feed the world’
Researchers are set to develop higher yield wheat varieties requiring less water after making a gene…
Ancient Egyptian mummification ‘recipe’ revealed
Forensic examination of a mummy shows the original ancient Egyptian embalming recipe, scientists say.
New pesticides ‘may have risks for bees’
Attempts to find a new generation of pesticides to replace neonicotinoids have been dealt a potential…
Star Trek saga casts new Spock actor Ethan Peck
How will Ethan Peck compare to Leonard Nimoy and other actors who've played the pointy-eared science…
Mystery Russian satellite’s behaviour raises alarm in US
Official says "there is no way to verify" what object is and whether or not it…
Footage suggests basking sharks use Scottish seas for courtship
Scientists collected footage showing basking sharks being "sociable" with each other off the coast of Mull.
Hot weather reveals hidden history to archaeologists
The UK heatwave has been good for aerial archaeologists spotting hidden treasures in the dry fields.