NASA has selected Iceland as the most "lunar-like" location on Earth to train astronauts for the Artemis II mission, humanity’s first crewed lunar journey in over 50 years. The country’s volcanic terrain mirrors the Moon's surface, helping astronauts refine skills for navigating and collecting samples in lunar-like conditions. This training prepares the crew for future lunar exploration.

NASA chooses Iceland as training ground for Artemis II mission

Researchers have recently discovered a new fish species called the Grumpy Dwarfgoby or Sueviota aethon in the Red Sea. The species was first identified near Saudi Arabia's Farasan banks, a reef area in the sea. The rare fish is characterised by its large canine teeth and a perpetually "grumpy" expression. They use their large canines to seize small prey.

New fish species 'grumpy dwarfgoby' discovered in Red Sea

India's Cabinet has approved the Chandrayaan-4 mission, which aims to land on Moon, collect soil samples, and return them to Earth. This mission builds on the Chandrayaan-3 success, which landed a lander and rover on the Moon. Additionally, the Cabinet greenlit a Venus orbiter mission, the next phase of Gaganyaan, development of Indian space station, and a next-generation launch vehicle.


Chandrayaan-4, aiming to bring lunar soil, gets nod from Cabinet

A study by Queen's University Belfast suggested that eating more flavonoid-rich foods, like berries, tea, red wine, and dark chocolate, can lower dementia risk by 28%. Flavonoids, found in plant foods, offer antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and anti-cancer benefits. The research indicated that 6 extra servings of these foods daily may also improve cognitive function and reduce chronic disease risk.

Having berries, red wine & tea may reduce risk of dementia: Study

Metformin, an inexpensive diabetes drug, slows ageing in male monkeys, particularly in their brain, as per a new study. Researchers found metformin slowed the biological ageing of lungs, kidneys, liver, skin and the brain's frontal lobe and also restrained chronic inflammation. Notably, the finding raises the possibility that the medication could one day be used to delay ageing in humans.

Common diabetes drug Metformin slows ageing in monkeys: Study

A study published in JAMA Network Open has found microplastics in olfactory bulb, the brain's smell centre, for the first time. Researchers discovered microplastics in 8 of 15 autopsied adults from Germany and Brazil. These particles, prevalent in the air, were likely breathed in by the deceased individuals over their lifetimes, suggesting a potential link to neurological disorders like dementia.

Microplastic could enter human brain just from breathing: Study

A study has found 3,601 chemicals from food packaging in human bodies, with around 100 deemed "high concern" for health. This includes PFAS, known for various health issues, and bisphenol A, a hormone disruptor banned from baby bottles. Additionally, phthalates, linked to infertility, were also found, while the effects of oligomers, another plastic byproduct detected, remain poorly understood.

Over 3,600 toxins from food packaging detected in humans: Study 

Electric eels, part of order Gymnotiformes, generate electricity using specialised muscle cells called electrocytes. These cells, located in three organs - the main organ, Hunter's organ, and Sach's organ - allow eels to produce electric shocks. When triggered, electrocytes release impulses by creating a voltage difference, with some generating up to 860 volts, far exceeding a standard UK socket.

What are electric eels and how can they generate electricity?

Billionaire Elon Musk recently said, "One of these days, a large comet will hit Earth and destroy almost all life, as has happened many times in the past." "Eventually, the Sun will expand enough to boil the oceans and destroy all life," he added. Musk further said that "either become a spacefaring civilisation or dying are the only two choices".

Become a spacefaring civilisation or die: Musk on 'only choices when large comet hits Earth'

A research team, led by NHS Blood and Transplant scientists in South Gloucestershire and supported by the University of Bristol, has discovered a blood group called MAL. "The team identified the genetic background of the previously known but mysterious AnWj blood group antigen, thus allowing identification and treatment of rare patients lacking this blood group," NHS said in a release.