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• Strongest hints yet of biological activity outside the solar system April 17, 2025
  Astronomers have detected the most promising signs yet of a possible biosignature outside the solar system, although they remain cautious.
• Ever wonder why some meteor showers are so unpredictable? April 16, 2025
  Why do comets and their meteoroid streams weave in and out of Earth's orbit and their orbits disperse over time? Researchers show that this is not due to the random pull of the planets, but rather the kick they receive from a moving Sun.
• Cosmic twist: The universe could be spinning April 16, 2025
  A new study suggests the universe may rotate -- just extremely slowly. The finding could help solve one of astronomy's biggest puzzles.
• RoboBee comes in for a landing April 16, 2025
  A recently created RoboBee is now outfitted with its most reliable landing gear to date, inspired by one of nature's most graceful landers: the crane fly. The team has given their flying robot a set of long, jointed legs that help ease its transition from air to ground. The robot has also received an updated […]
• Sunscreen, clothes and caves may have helped Homo sapiens survive 41,000 years ago April 16, 2025
  A study suggests that Homo sapiens may have benefited from the use of ochre and tailored clothing during a period of increased UV light 41,000 years ago, during the Laschamps excursion.