Rare seven-arm octopus found on Scottish beach
A rare deep-sea seven-arm octopus, a creature of up to four metres, was discovered on a Scottish beach. Marine biologists hail the 'incredible find'. Read the full story.
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Orbital Changes Drove Cambrian Explosion, Study Reveals
New research reveals how Earth's orbital shifts drove oxygen pulses that fueled the Cambrian explosion's bizarre lifeforms 500 million years ago. Discover the cosmic connection to evolution.
Giant 'Doom' Oarfish Washes Up on Tasmanian Beach
A rare three-metre giant oarfish, famed in Japanese folklore as a herald of disaster, was found on a Tasmanian beach. Scientists confirm there's no link to earthquakes.
Moss spores survive 9 months on ISS exterior
Scientists discover moss spores endured 9 months in space on the ISS exterior, with 86% surviving. This resilience could revolutionise oxygen generation and soil formation for future space colonies.
Plant shoots toxic liquid 1.5m in insect arms race
Discover how the Bursera plant squirts deadly chemicals to defend itself and the ingenious beetles that have learned to disarm it over millions of years. Explore this fascinating evolutionary battle.
Neanderthals and Humans Kissed, Oxford Study Finds
Groundbreaking research from the University of Oxford suggests Neanderthals likely kissed both each other and early modern humans, challenging perceptions of ancient relationships.
Humpback whale's clever remora removal technique filmed
Groundbreaking underwater footage reveals the astonishing moment a humpback whale demonstrates sophisticated problem-solving skills to dislodge stubborn remora fish in a never-before-seen marine behaviour.
Carnivorous 'Death Ball' Sponge Found in Ocean Depths
Scientists uncover a trove of bizarre new species in Antarctica's deep waters, including a flesh-eating sponge that rolls across the seafloor like a macabre tumbleweed.
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