The expansion of our universe may be slowing down. What does that mean for dark energy?
As if dark energy weren’t already mysterious and baffling enough, new research suggests that this unknown force may…
‘The ultimate free Uber around the sea’: suckerfish find dream solution to transport woes | Environment
The clutch of remora fish are holding on tight, but collectively release their grip just as the humpback…
Mysterious ‘crashes’ on Moon’s surface: Japanese astronomer captures bright flashes visible from Earth |
Mysterious crash recorded on Moon by astronomer (Photo: @dfuji1/X) Mystery and fascination have always been a part of…
Little penguins re-establish breeding grounds on NSW far south coast
A small colony of little penguins, once extinct in a town on the NSW far south coast, is…
Green lights found in 385m-deep sea cave in Japan. They’ve never been seen before
A new species of bioluminescent coral has been found in a deep-sea cave near Minamidaito Island in southern…
Universe expansion may be slowing, not accelerating, study suggests | Astronomy
Astronomers have cast doubt on a Nobel prize-winning theory that the expansion of the universe is accelerating, suggesting…
Snoozing sloths and dazzling bees: Close-up Photographer of the Year 2025 shortlist revealed
The shortlist for Close-up Photographer of the Year (CUPOTY) 2025 has been announced – and there are some truly…
Seasonal Depression May Have ‘Overlooked’ Cause
As the days become shorter and nights get longer, many brace for the winter blues. But what actually causes them?  For decades,…
The Ocean Is Holding In a ‘Burp’ of Devastating Proportions
Here’s what you’ll learn when you read this story: The ocean is doing its best to soak up…
The Milky Way arcs over the Very Large Telescope photo of the day for Nov. 5, 2025
High atop the arid plateaus of Chile’s Atacama Desert, one of humanity’s most powerful astronomical instruments peers into…
Why Don’t We Ride Zebras?
Every now and then on the Internet, people will ask the question, “If we ride around on horses,…
Sabotage, betrayal, secrecy… and recycling
Phil SimScotland political correspondent Getty Images It could have been a dry legal debate about drinks container recycling,…