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'Nations need to prepare now': Key Atlantic ocean current is much closer to collapse than scientists thought - By - Sophie Berdugo - published - 21 April 26 - An alarming study claims the Atlantic meridional overturning circulation is weakening more than than believed previously. But experts say its findings are far from the final word.
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New blood test aims to spot liver scarring before it paves the way to cancer - By - Hanan Hammad - published - 21 April 26 - Liver scarring can pave the way to cancer down the line. A new blood test in development might help doctors spot it.5 hours ago
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A giant 'shadow' has been creeping across Mars for 50 years - and scientists aren't sure why - By - Harry Baker - published - 20 April 26 - A dark patch in Mars' Utopia Planitia region has grown significantly since it was first photographed in 1976. Scientists have a loose understanding of what it is, but they can't properly explain its gradual growth.22 hours ago
Bruce the parrot is missing his upper beak - but that hasn't stopped him from becoming an undefeated jousting champion - By - Olivia Ferrari - published - 20 April 26 - A kea parrot in New Zealand who lost the top part of his beak when young has developed a new way to fight other males that has made him unbeatable.23 hours ago
Naked mole rats wage bloody wars of succession to choose a new queen - but one colony did something scientists have never seen before - By - Jeanna Bryner - published - 19 April 26 - When their queen dies, naked mole rat females usually wage bloody battles of succession. But peace may be possible, a new study suggests2 days ago
Lyrid meteor shower 2026: See spring's first rain of 'shooting stars' peak in moonless skies - By - Jamie Carter - published - 19 April 26 - Expect bright fireballs during the Lyrid meteor shower, which will peak in moonless skies on April 22, 2026.2 days ago
Physicists witness faster-than-light darkness pinpricks, humans found to still be evolving, and the endangered polar bears that are getting fatter than ever - By - Ben Turner - published - 18 April 26 - Science news this week - April 18, 2026: Our weekly roundup of the latest science in the news, as well as a few fascinating articles to keep you entertained over the weekend3 days ago