Human genetic enhancement might soon be possible – but where do we draw the line?

Dec 04, 2019 12:12 pm UTC| Insights & Views Science

The first genetically edited children were born in China in late 2018. Twins Lulu and Nana had a particular gene known as CCR5 modified during embryonic development. The aim was to make them (and their descendants)...

NASA finds missing Indian moon probe

Dec 04, 2019 09:16 am UTC| Science

One of the biggest space mysteries was finally solved recently. NASA was able to locate the long-missing Indian moon probe. Express reports that the space agency managed to find the long-missing Indian moon probe after...

A black hole in the center of the galaxy can potentially consume the Earth

Dec 04, 2019 09:15 am UTC| Science

There have been many theories and explanations regarding black holes. However, a scary realization comes in the form of the black hole in the center of our own galaxy, which, experts believe, can consume the planet in the...

Zombie outbreak: A fatal disease turning deer into 'zombies' can spread to humans

Dec 04, 2019 09:15 am UTC| Science

It is very rare to have something commonly depicted in popular fantasy or horror media become something real. In this case, it appears that a disease that is recently prevalent among deer can potentially spread to humans...

Ancient volcanic rock and sand dunes found on Mars

Dec 04, 2019 09:11 am UTC| Science

Over time, we continue to learn more and more about the planets beyond our own. Recently, the Mars Reconnaissance Orbiter took a very clear set of photos of a region of the red planet, revealing what else is there to see...

NASA spots asteroid traveling 21,300 mph, possible collision in 2020

Dec 03, 2019 08:54 am UTC| Science

Another asteroid was recently spotted by NASAs trackers, hurtling towards Earth, or at least within the proximity of our planets orbit. With a speed of 21,300 miles per hour, the space agency has labeled it a Near-Earth...

Be prepared in case an asteroid hits, expert says

Dec 03, 2019 08:54 am UTC| Science

Over time, many asteroids have been spotted by NASA to be coming in close, but nothing has happened all the way. However, an expert says that the Earth may very well be in danger of an asteroid hit anytime soon. Express...