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Scottish researchers discover possible atmosphere around Earth-like planet

New research has identified a possible atmosphere around an Earth-sized planet about 40 light years away.

The National (Scotland) · Sep 8, 2025

Possible atmosphere identified around Earth-like exoplanet, sparking life debate

Researchers from the University of St Andrews made the discovery.

Evening Standard · Sep 8, 2025

Astronomers make key discovery about planet within ‘habitable zone’

The team spent more than a year carefully correcting the data

The Independent UK · Sep 8, 2025

Alan Cumming to receive honorary degree from University of St Andrews

Graduation ceremonies will include ‘distinguished individuals’ honoured for their contribution to sport, politics, science, medicine and the arts.

Evening Standard · Jun 20, 2025

King Charles Talked a "Daunted" Prince William Out of One Decision That Could Have Changed the Monarchy Forever

William nearly made a huge move in his twenties.

Marie Claire · May 28, 2025

Ancient zircon crystals shed light on 1 billion-year-old meteorite strike in Scotland

Geologists have found that an ancient meteorite hit Scotland 200 million years later than previously thought, which has massive implications for the geological history of the region and some of the U.K.'s earliest land life.

Space · May 12, 2025

Mars rover technology tested out in Highlands

Technology which will be used to search for evidence of life on Mars has been tested in the Scottish Highlands

The National (Scotland) · May 11, 2025

Ancient zircon crystals shed light on 1 billion-year-old meteorite strike in Scotland

Geologists have found that an ancient meteorite hit Scotland 200 million years later than previously thought, which has massive implications for the geological history of the region and some of the U.K.'s earliest land life.

LiveScience · May 1, 2025

“Imagine Being God’s Favorite”: People React To Kate Middleton’s Retro “Party Girl” Photos

"Imagine looking that beautiful after a drunken night out. My 3 hairs could never" The post “Imagine Being God’s Favorite”: People React To Kate Middleton’s Retro “Party Girl” Photos first appeared on Bored Panda.

Bored Panda · Mar 12, 2025

Whale song more similar to human language than previously thought – study

Research has revealed a previously undetected ‘language-like structure’ in whale song that was thought to be unique to human language.

The Independent UK · Feb 6, 2025