Halley's Comet May Be Misnamed, 11th-Century Monk First to Spot It
Research reveals an 11th-century monk recognized Halley's Comet's 76-year cycle centuries before Edmund Halley, raising questions about the famous comet's name.
Explore the latest breakthroughs and discoveries in the world of science. From space exploration and medical innovations to climate research and technology advancements, stay informed with cutting-edge developments that shape our understanding of the universe and improve our daily lives.
Research reveals an 11th-century monk recognized Halley's Comet's 76-year cycle centuries before Edmund Halley, raising questions about the famous comet's name.
A 13-year-old Austrian cow named Veronika uses sticks and brooms as tools to scratch herself, demonstrating sophisticated cognitive abilities that challenge...
Satellite data shows Antarctic ice loss accelerating faster than expected, threatening significant sea level rise. Coastal cities must urgently adapt...
A quantum lab's breakthrough in error correction enables continuous operation with 3,000 qubits for over 2 hours and below-threshold error rates with 96...
British Museum archaeologists discover humans made fire 415,000 years ago in England, 365,000 years earlier than previously known. Evidence includes heated...
TU Wien physicists create quantum wire where mass and energy flow without friction, confirming generalized hydrodynamics theory and opening new...