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James Webb maps a surprisingly mature galaxy cluster

XLSSC 122, a massive and dense cluster observed more than 10 billion light-years away, appears far more evolved than its cosmic age should allow.

  • XLSSC 122 is a massive galaxy cluster observed more than 10 billion light-years away.
  • Its evolutionary maturity contradicts standard models of early cosmic structure formation.
  • James Webb delivers unprecedented infrared data for studying distant galaxy clusters.

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Two NASA astronauts spent seven hours fixing a robotic arm on the ISS

Jessica Meir and Chris Williams replaced a faulty joint on one of the International Space Station's robotic arms during a lengthy spacewalk.

  • Jessica Meir and Chris Williams worked for seven hours outside the ISS.
  • The pair replaced a faulty joint on one of the station's robotic arms.
  • Robotic arms are critical to ISS operations and cannot be left unserviced.

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'Green Boots' mystery on Everest edges closer to resolution

For decades, a frozen body at 8,500 metres has served as a landmark on Everest's northeast ridge. Its identity remains unconfirmed, but new research points ever more firmly to one man.

  • The body known as 'Green Boots' lies at 8,500 m on Everest's northeast ridge.
  • The leading identity candidate is Indian climber Tsewang Paljor, missing since 1996.
  • No official confirmation has ever been issued by the family or authorities.

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Oceans hit their hottest June on record at 20.98°C

Europe's Copernicus Marine Service confirmed a new all-time June ocean temperature record, as El Niño and long-term warming combine forces.

  • Ocean surface temperature reached 20.98°C in June 2026, an all-time record for the month.
  • El Niño combined with global warming drove the new thermal peak.
  • Copernicus warns 2026 could rank among the hottest years in recorded history.

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The black serval, Africa's near-invisible wild cat

A genetic mutation turns this medium-sized African wildcat into a hunter almost impossible to spot in dense vegetation.

  • The black serval is a melanistic variant of the African serval, with an almost entirely black coat.
  • It is found mainly in humid highland areas of Kenya and Tanzania, where dark camouflage is advantageous.
  • The serval has one of the highest hunting success rates of any wild cat, exceeding 50%.

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Amateur astronomer spots radio galaxy with an unknown structure

A radio galaxy found by a citizen scientist puzzles professionals: it emits a glowing arc and an elongated "arrow" never seen before.

  • An amateur discovered a radio galaxy with a completely unknown morphology.
  • The structure has two components: a bright arc and an elongated "arrow".
  • Astronomers have not agreed on an explanation for the unusual shape.

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Japan pays doctors to avoid prescribing antibiotics needlessly

A financial incentive program for physicians cut broad-spectrum antibiotic use by nearly 24% in children with viral infections.

  • Japanese doctors receive a financial bonus when they decline to prescribe antibiotics for viral infections in children.
  • Broad-spectrum antibiotic use dropped by nearly 24% after the programme was introduced.
  • Antimicrobial resistance is one of the most serious global public health threats, according to the WHO.

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Vesuvius-charred scrolls read after 2,000 years by AI

The Vesuvius Challenge project is using artificial intelligence to decode papyrus scrolls destroyed in the 79 AD eruption of Mount Vesuvius.

  • Two Vesuvius-charred papyri deciphered using artificial intelligence algorithms.
  • The manuscripts come from the Villa dei Papiri library in Herculaneum, destroyed in 79 AD.
  • The Vesuvius Challenge unites computer scientists and classicists from multiple countries.

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We live longer — but not necessarily better

Global longevity is rising, but many of those extra years are spent coping with chronic illness and dependency.

  • Global life expectancy keeps rising, but extra years often come with chronic disease.
  • Healthy life expectancy lags behind overall longevity gains.
  • Ageing populations are placing growing strain on health systems worldwide.

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NASA attempts unprecedented maneuver to save Swift telescope from atmospheric reentry

The Swift space observatory, launched in 2004, is slowly falling toward Earth's atmosphere. NASA is planning an unprecedented orbital boost to keep it alive.

  • Swift, launched in 2004, risks atmospheric reentry due to its continuously decaying orbit.
  • NASA is planning an unprecedented orbital correction using the telescope's own systems.
  • A successful maneuver could extend Swift's life by several years, averting its premature loss.

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