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Plastic Is Melting Onto Corals
WIRED • • world
Key Points:
- New studies reveal that tiny hairs on corals, crucial for their respiration, may malfunction as ocean temperatures rise, potentially impacting coral survival amid climate change.
- Earth's rotation is being altered by a gravitational tug-of-war between the inner core and forces in the mantle, affecting the length of days.
- An underground detector has recorded a rare interaction suggesting the presence of a dark matter particle, marking the most convincing evidence yet for this elusive form of matter.
- Scientists have detected radio signals from an exoplanet for the first time, attributed to magnetic activity rather than extraterrestrial life, providing new insight into planetary phenomena.
- Researchers have developed cyborg cockroaches equipped with electrodes, cameras, and medication delivery systems controlled remotely, showcasing potential applications in emergency response and healthcare.
