Whale protein offers clues to longer human life

Scientists have discovered that bowhead whales, which can live over 200 years, produce a special protein that helps repair damaged DNA. This…

Horses “sing and whistle” at the same time, say scientists

The next time a horse whinnies, listen carefully for there’s more happening than meets the ear. Scientists have found that horses can…

Nuclear risks, climate crisis push Doomsday clock

The world is closer to catastrophe than ever before, according to the Bulletin of the Atomic Scientists, which has moved the Doomsday…

Iran’s Hormuz beaches turn red after rain

After a bout of heavy rain, Hormuz Island, a small gem in southern Iran’s Persian Gulf, has become the centre of attention…