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Authorities in Las Vegas have uncovered a suspected illegal biological laboratory inside a home owned by a Chinese national linked to a similar case in California. Police found pathogen-labelled containers, lab equipment and around 1,000 mice.

A new scientific theory suggests methane gas released from the ocean floor may explain past disappearances in the Bermuda Triangle. Researchers say these gas bursts could have caused ships to sink and engines to fail, but may no longer occur today.

Doomsday Clock has moved closer to catastrophe than ever, now set at 85 seconds to midnight. Bulletin of the Atomic Scientists cited rising dangers from nuclear weapons, climate change, AI, biotechnology and widespread disinformation.

A massive 3,563-carat Purple Star Sapphire has been discovered in Sri Lanka and could be worth up to £220 million. Named 'Star of Pure Land', the gem is believed to be world’s largest. Found near Rathnapura, it shows a rare six-ray star effect.

Shubhanshu Shukla urged Indian youth to own nation's dreams while interacting with NCC cadets and young leaders. Calling them future makers, he stressed resilience, collective effort and responsibility for space missions and Viksit Bharat by 2047.

A CIA refusal to confirm or deny records on interstellar object 3I/ATLAS has revived debate about its nature. While NASA insists it is a natural comet, Harvard scientist Avi Loeb points to unexplained behaviours. CIA response has fuelled speculation.

A viral theory claims world ended in 2012 and humanity now lives in a simulation. The idea is linked to  Mayan calendar and modern global crises. Scientists and historians say there is no evidence to support the claim, calling it conspiracy theory.

Year 2025 saw several unexplained strange events. These include UFO sightings, a mysterious object that appeared to survive a missile strike, claims of hidden structures under Egypt's pyramids, an unusual interstellar object and strange radio signals

Experts reveal why champagne may be one of the healthiest alcoholic drinks. With lower sugar, fewer calories, antioxidants, and psychological benefits, dry champagne offers a lighter way to celebrate when enjoyed in moderation.

Nepal has scrapped Mount Everest’s $4,000 rubbish deposit scheme after climbers found ways to cheat it. Introduced in 2014, the plan failed to reduce waste at higher camps. Authorities are now replacing it with a non-refundable clean-up fee.