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Flowering plants, also known as angiosperms, are a cornerstone of Earth’s ecosystems and are essential for human survival. They include a diverse range of plant life, from crops such as corn, wheat, rice, and potatoes, to trees like maple, oak, apple, and cherry, as well as flowers such as roses, tulips, daisies, and dandelions. Even…

Blue whales, the largest creatures on Earth, have long fascinated researchers with their sheer size, elusive behavior, and complex migration patterns. However, due to extensive commercial whaling activities, blue whale populations experienced a significant decline of up to 97%. Today, blue whales are listed as endangered on the IUCN Red List of Threatened Species. A…

Malaria cases have been on the rise in recent years, with a recorded 249 million cases in 2022, an increase of five million from the previous year. Africa continues to be the most affected region, with 94% of cases and 95% of deaths worldwide. However, there is hope on the horizon with the rollout of…

China has launched its Shenzhou-18 spacecraft, marking another significant milestone in its ambitious space program. The spacecraft, carrying a three-member crew, lifted off from the Jiuquan Satellite Launch Center in northwestern China on April 25, 2023, and is expected to reach the Tiangong space station six-and-a-half hours after liftoff (1). This mission is part of…

Introduction: Recent studies have highlighted the potential dangers of using certain skincare products, including keratin-based hair-straightening products and fairness creams. In a recent study published in Kidney International, researchers from Kerala, India, have linked the use of fairness creams to nephrotic syndrome, a condition characterized by high levels of proteinuria. The Study: The study, titled…

The global incidence of Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD), comprising Ulcerative Colitis and Crohn’s Disease, has become a significant concern for medical professionals. The complex immune-mediated diseases are characterized by inflammation, differentiating them from Irritable Bowel Syndrome, which is predominantly non-inflammatory. Jonathan Leighton, President at the American College of Gastroenterology, U.S., highlights the challenges in diagnosing…

Have you ever wondered how different cultures and languages name and express numbers? In this article, we will explore various numbering systems, unusual ways to express large numbers, and even touch on the interesting history of a counting horse. 1. Uncommon Number Parts While most of us are familiar with fractions such as an octant…

Over the past 25 years, the ozone hole above Antarctica has been shrinking, but recent research shows that it has been persisting for an unusually long time, lasting into December during the crucial period of new plant growth and peak breeding season for penguins and seals. This prolonged existence of the ozone hole allows more…

Introduction: Palaeontologists from Argentina have recently announced the discovery of a new medium-sized herbivorous dinosaur, Chakisaurus Nekul, that once lived about 90 million years ago during the Late Cretaceous period in present-day Patagonia. This new species of dinosaur was discovered in the Pueblo Blanco Natural Reserve, an area rich in fossils located in the southern…

Elon Musk’s artificial intelligence (AI) startup, xAI, is set to raise $6 billion in a new funding round, valuing the company at $18 billion, according to a report by The Information. The funding round will see participation from high-profile investors, including Sequoia Capital, Future Ventures, Valor Equity Partners, and Gigafund. The funding will support Musk’s…