Scientists have discovered what's thought to be the oldest known mummies in the world in southeastern Asia dating back up to 12,000 years.Mummification prevents decay by preserving dead bodies. The process can happen naturally in places like the sands of Chile's Atacama Desert or the bogs of Ireland where conditions can fend off decomposition. Humans across various cultures also mummified their ancestors through embalming to honor them or send their souls to the afterlife.Egypt's mummies may be the most well-known, but until now some of...
Earth is rotating faster than usual this summer, and scientists say this unusual acceleration will make July 9, 2025, the shortest day ever recorded...
The government has increased the maximum price it is prepared to guarantee companies generating electricity from new wind farms.It comes as ministers are trying...
New Delhi: In a major scientific leap, Chinese researchers have successfully developed a technique to transform methanol into white sugar, eliminating the need for traditional...