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A long-recognized single species of Himalayan pit viper has been revealed to be five distinct species through an international study. Utilizing "integrative taxonomy," researchers combined genetic, morphological, and geographical data, including historical museum specimens, to identify three previously unknown lineages. This discovery highlights the ongoing potential for uncovering hidden biodiversity in remote mountain regions.

Galileo Galilei's body parts became relics after his death, with admirers preserving fingers, a tooth, and a vertebra. These fragments, once lost and rediscovered, are now displayed in Florence's Galileo Museum alongside his scientific instruments, celebrating him as a hero of science.

In 1978, two Texas teenagers discovered a Columbian mammoth femur, leading to the unearthing of 24 mammoths and other Ice Age mammals. This site, now a national monument, preserves the only known nursery herd of Columbian mammoths in the U.S., offering unique insights into their behavior and a tragic mass death event.

A farmer's accidental jade discovery in China in 1929 unearthed the Sanxingdui Ruins, a Bronze Age city of a sophisticated, previously unknown culture. This find challenged historical beliefs about Chinese civilization's origins, revealing a powerful, independent kingdom with advanced casting technology. The site's unique artifacts, like giant bronze masks, offer a glimpse into an extinct civilization's rituals and artistry.

A family walk in North Dakota's badlands led to an extraordinary discovery. Brothers Jessin and Liam Fisher, with cousin Kaiden Madsen, found a massive fossil. Experts identified it as a rare juvenile Tyrannosaurus rex, nicknamed 'Teen Rex'. This significant find offers scientists a unique chance to study the growth of this apex predator.

Miners in Bernissart, Belgium, found a massive clay deposit in 1878. This deposit contained numerous Iguanodon skeletons. The discovery provided complete skeletons for the first time. Scientists learned about dinosaur posture and anatomy. This find reshaped museum displays and our understanding of prehistoric life. The Bernissart Iguanodons remain a key exhibit.

Museum drawers have revealed the fossilised remains of extinct giant echidnas, some as large as dogs. These discoveries shed light on the diversity of ancient monotremes, a unique group of egg-laying mammals including the platypus. The findings offer a clearer picture of prehistoric Australia's fauna and the evolutionary journey of these remarkable creatures.

Jurassic giants, sauropods, consumed up to 100,000 calories daily, fueling their massive bodies. These colossal herbivores evolved remarkable adaptations, including long necks for efficient foraging and rapidly replaced simple teeth, to process vast amounts of nutrient-rich horsetails. Their immense digestive systems, acting as fermentation tanks, were key to survival, showcasing nature's ingenious solutions for immense life.

In 1971, historian Alexander McKee led a dive that uncovered the remains of the Tudor ship, the Mary Rose, buried in Solent mud. This remarkable find, preserved for centuries, yielded thousands of artifacts offering insights into 16th-century life. The ship's dramatic 1982 recovery captivated the world, initiating ongoing conservation efforts to protect this significant piece of British history.

Drenched in teal hues and displayed on a rock locked inside a cage, this bizarre drop is all set to be auctioned for Rs 5 crore and sits proudly at Amsterdam’s Art Zoo museum until May 11.

NCERT has removed a disputed map from its Class 8 Social Science English textbook for the 2026-27 academic session. The map, which incorrectly depicted Jaisalmer as part of the Maratha Empire, had faced strong objections from historians and royal families of Rajasthan. This follows its earlier removal from the Hindi version of the textbook.

London-based Lalvani, founder and chairman of Vitabiotics Ltd, a vitamin and mineral-based food supplements company, received the fellowship at the Director's Annual Dinner at the Science Museum in London last night.

Astronauts aboard the International Space Station have successfully baked a cake using just four ingredients: bread, condensed milk, dried fruits, and jam. This culinary feat, achieved without an oven due to microgravity challenges, highlights the importance of morale-boosting activities and familiar rituals for long-duration space missions. The crew enjoyed this "space cake" as a memorable moment of shared experience.

City’s premier museums will be thrown open on Tuesday after a seven-month closure due to the Covid pandemic.

The city is known for its industries and educational institutions.Now, it will also be known for its museums.In the last two years, four new museums have come up in the city.

LONDON: Yellow and black autorickshaw, a familiar site on Indian streets, will grace London museum.

The Adani Green Energy Gallery at the Science Museum in London, led by Gautam Adani, highlights sustainability, transformative technology, and climate science. Through interactive exhibits and commissioned models, the gallery explores innovative energy solutions for a #SustainableFuture.

The "Vaccines: Injecting Hope" exhibition has opened at Science City, Kolkata, showcasing the global effort behind COVID-19 vaccine development. A collaborative project by NCSM, SMG, and supported by Wellcome UK and ICMR, the exhibition details the rapid scientific advancements and human stories behind vaccine creation. Open until September 2025, it aims to educate millions about the critical role of vaccines.

Considering that seven lakh people die due to infections caused by antibiotic-resistant bacteria a year, a unique travelling exhibition aimed at creating awareness about this emerging medical emergency opened at Worli’s Nehru Science Centre on Wednesday.