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FISH SWIMMING IN SPACE
In 1973, NASA sent two fish into space to test their swimming ability in zero gravity; they initially swam in loops but later used light as cue to move normally after 21 daysIn 1973, NASA sent two mummichog fish and 50 eggs aboard Skylab 3 to study how weightlessness affected their sense of balance. The fish ini...
In 1973, NASA sent about two spiders into space to test web-building without gravity; within days, they adapted and spun complete webs in orbitTwo spiders, Arabella and Anita, flew on Skylab 3 to test web-building in space. Initially disoriented, the spiders eventually adapted to t...
Earlier in 2026, United Utilities sent 44-ton tunnel borer Lily beneath Knutsford to build a 1.1-mile stormwater tunnel. Now, the finished system will hold 5.5 million liters of rainwater without closing the high streetKnutsford tunnel boring machine Lily has just completed the first major drive beneath the English town, digging deep underground without te...
Between 2001 and 2010, more than 2,500 New York subway cars were sunk into the Atlantic — decades later, they have become a thriving underwater reefA fleet of old subway cars from New York City has found an unexpected second life at the bottom of the Atlantic Ocean. Sunk off the Delawar...
In 1969, four scientists entered an underwater lab to test long-term life beneath the sea; 60 days and a 19-hour decompression later, all emerged safelyFour scientists lived underwater for sixty days in 1969. This mission studied marine life and human endurance in isolation. The habitat was...
Veterinarians reveal these loyal dog breeds are famous for family-friendly personalities, lifelong devotion, and unbreakable emotional bonds with ownersLooking for a loyal family dog? These loyal dog breeds continue to rank among the best family dogs in the U.S. because decades of responsib...
How to identify if the snake near your pond is a cottonmouth or just a harmless watersnakeMany people mistake snakes for cottonmouths. Experts say to look for specific features. Cottonmouths have stout bodies and dark facial stri...
Why Alligators Are Slipping Into Florida Pools When No One’s WatchingFlorida residents are witnessing a surprising trend this spring. Alligators are entering residential swimming pools. This phenomenon is lin...
Scientists Finally Explain Why Fish Break Formation Mid-SwimFish schools, appearing chaotic when splitting and reuniting, actually follow biological and physical rules. This dynamic behavior aids in ...
How Do Fish Decide Who Leads? The Answer Changes Every SecondFish schools move in perfect unison without a single leader. New research reveals leadership is shared and shifts rapidly. This dynamic sys...
Some Fish Hide Inside Sea Cucumbers: Scientists Say the Reason Is Surprisingly PracticalCertain small fish, like pearlfish, have evolved a bizarre survival strategy by taking refuge inside sea cucumbers. These fish enter throug...
How Thousands of Animals Work Together Without Anyone in ChargeMassive animal groups, from wildebeest herds to fish schools and bird flocks, exhibit remarkable coordinated movement without a leader. The...
The unmissable destinations in Australia visitors should not missAustralians consistently choose familiar destinations for their holidays, favouring open landscapes, coastal walks, and food regions. From ...
The museum of tomorrow: Where art meets technology and interactivityAt digital museums, viewers don’t just observe art. They become active protagonists in the consumption of content.
8 Fish Bowls in India starting from just Rs.250 for the aquatic elegance in your homeEnjoy the wonder of aquatic life with our carefully picked assortment of fish bowls, where budget meets aesthetic appeal. These eight fish ...
Beach Essentials for MenPlanning a vacation near or at the beach? Plan for the excitement rather than thinking of the essentials to be taken along. Consider this a...
Dive into the mesmerizing experience of the Maldives
Meet the natives of the ocean: Go shark cage diving; spot the majestic narwhalsFor your next holiday, visit the big five of the ocean i.e. whale sharks, giant manta rays, humpback whales, dolphins and tiger sharks.
A remote, rural Australian experience at Kangaroo IslandYou don’t wake up to your News Feed but sea lions basking on pristine white beaches, koalas dozing on towering eucalyptus trees and kangaro...
Ten million tonnes of fish get wasted every year: studyIndustrial fishing fleets dump nearly 10 million tonnes of good fish back into the ocean every year - enough to fill about 4,500 Olympic si...