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German scientists hunt for a mystery coral eater

October 3, 2025

Who - or what - is secretly feasting on the reef in this aquarium? Why are male animals more colorful? And: How are artificial shooting stars created?

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Europe, China launch SMILE to study Earth's magnetic field

SMILE is a rare cooperation in space between Europe and China for collecting data on Earth's protective magnetic shield.
ScienceMay 19, 202604:56 min
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‘Tuna’ made from algae — Tomorrow Today

Products made from edible seaweed can contain harmful compounds. We look at research into healthy alternatives.
ScienceMay 10, 202626:04 min
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Prostate cancer: The shift in early detection

Germany now combines PSA tests with imaging to detect serious disease earlier and tailor treatment.
ScienceMay 4, 202606:23 min
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Kenyan scientist advances energy storage research in Germany

Kenyan scientist advances energy storage research in Germany.
ScienceMay 18, 202603:59 min
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India's 'liquid trees' could help cities breathe again

Indian scientists are growing microscopic algae in tanks that absorb more CO2 than trees — and produce a superfood.
ScienceMay 15, 202606:07 min
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Oumuamua — mysterious messenger from another star

In Hawaii, a mysterious interstellar object called Oumuamua was discovered in 2017. But was its mystery ever explained?
ScienceMay 13, 202643:24 min
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AI chatbot falsely accuses journalist of crimes

Copilot falsely linked a journalist to crimes, exposing personal data and AI hallucinations.
ScienceMay 4, 202605:09 min
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Asian tiger mosquito fuels disease spread in Europe

As the insect moves north, health authorities warn of rising chikungunya outbreak risks.
ScienceApril 7, 202605:13 min
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Why the sky looks blue – the science behind it

When sunlight strikes gas molecules in the atmosphere, its wavelengths scatter in different ways.
ScienceApril 2, 202602:00 min
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Tomorrow Today — The Science Show

Dive in to the fascinating world of science with Tomorrow Today. Your weekly dose of science knowledge. A show for everyone who's curious -- about our cosmos and how it works.

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