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Why termite kings and queens are monogamous: Scientists uncover surprising answer - Phys.org
science 2026/01/29 19:00:12

Why termite kings and queens are monogamous: Scientists uncover surprising answer - Phys.org

Termites are among the most successful animals on Earth, forming vast societies that can number in the millions. But how did such complex social systems evolve from solitary ancestors that looked much like today’s cockroaches?

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NASA's Juno spacecraft spots the largest volcanic eruption ever seen on Jupiter's moon Io - Space
science 2026/01/29 19:00:00

NASA's Juno spacecraft spots the largest volcanic eruption ever seen on Jupiter's moon Io - Space

“What makes the event even more extraordinary is that it did not involve a single volcano, but multiple active sources.”

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Scientists Unearthed a 500,000-Year-Old Tool in England, and Cracked a Decades-Old Mystery - Indian Defence Review
science 2026/01/29 18:30:00

Scientists Unearthed a 500,000-Year-Old Tool in England, and Cracked a Decades-Old Mystery - Indian Defence Review

Buried for 500,000 years, this enigmatic object is forcing researchers to rethink early human capabilities.

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From metabolism to disease: Mitochondria's hidden signaling networks unveiled - Phys.org
science 2026/01/29 18:11:25

From metabolism to disease: Mitochondria's hidden signaling networks unveiled - Phys.org

The structural and functional characteristics of mitochondria shape their role as signaling organelles, with far-reaching effects regarding immune responses, inflammatory processes, and diseases. A research team led by Professor Konstanze F. Winklhofer at the…

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Strange Bright Lines on Mercury Suggest It's Not 'Dead' After All - ScienceAlert
science 2026/01/29 18:01:38

Strange Bright Lines on Mercury Suggest It's Not 'Dead' After All - ScienceAlert

The smallest planet in our Solar System may be hiding a big secret.

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Curiosity Just Lit Up Mars At Night And Revealed A Never-Before-Seen Side Of The Red Planet - The Daily Galaxy
science 2026/01/29 17:45:00

Curiosity Just Lit Up Mars At Night And Revealed A Never-Before-Seen Side Of The Red Planet - The Daily Galaxy

Curiosity switched on its lights during the Martian night, capturing a rare view that is forcing scientists to look at the Red Planet in a new way.

The Daily Galaxy --Great Discoveries Channel
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