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Scientists found a special protein in moss. This protein helped plants grow upwards and move from water to land millions of years ago. It allowed them to divide cells differently and build shapes. Without this protein, our world would lack trees and flowers. This discovery sheds light on plant evolution and how life on land became possible.

Scientists have discovered that the Sun's internal sound waves reveal a powerful Solar Cycle 25, contradicting surface sunspot counts that indicated a mild cycle. This suggests a significant shift in the Sun's magnetic activity, now concentrated near the surface, with implications for space weather forecasting and life on Earth.

Jana Sena chief Pawan Kalyan announced his party's intention to rebuild and contest the 2028 Telangana assembly elections, asserting his right to participate in Indian politics. He expressed willingness to tour the state and engage with party workers and the public, despite past controversies and current political uncertainties regarding alliances.

University of California faculty are urging the reinstatement of SAT/ACT math requirements for STEM applicants, citing a significant decline in student math skills since the tests were dropped. They argue current admissions practices fail to ensure readiness, forcing instructors to reteach basic math and jeopardizing the quality of STEM education.

The genie of AI-aided or even AI-authored books is out. A literature Nobel laureate uses AI for her ideas. Dire implications for original human creativity won’t probably reverse this trend

In a significant twist, the Supreme Court has put a stop to the hiring of 20 assistant professors at Mirza Ghalib College, Gaya. This decision comes on the heels of a challenge from candidates whose appointments from 2021 were annulled by the Patna High Court due to breaches in university selection regulations.

In a fascinating twist, a new study shows that mosquitoes are more cunning than we thought, associating the smell of DEET with the promise of a meal. When these pesky insects feast while exposed to this popular repellent, they begin to interpret its scent as a signal for nourishment instead of a warning.

Galápagos wild tomatoes are rewriting evolutionary history, exhibiting a 'reverse evolution' by reactivating ancient genetic defenses lost millions of years ago. This phenomenon, observed on younger western islands, challenges established biological laws like Dollo's Law. Scientists believe this trait reversal, triggered by environmental pressures, offers insights into genetic potential for agriculture and medicine.

A groundbreaking UC San Diego study reveals advanced AI can now pass the Turing test, convincingly mimicking human conversation, tone, and even errors. Researchers found participants struggled to distinguish between humans and sophisticated AI models like GPT-4.5, raising concerns about online trust and the potential for AI deception.

While a few Indian companies have initiated a menstrual leave policy, women stand divided on the matter. For some, it would be better to normalise period talk further and take such a leave, others agree that a period leave can act as a hindrance in hiring of women.