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Bowl of crispy chips on a blue background, empty bag nearby, illustrating the topic of 'selling air' in chips

Why half a bag of chips is air: debunking the 'selling air' myth

Science 08/17/2026, 14:35
🥔 Why is half a bag of chips air? It's not a scam, it's technology! We are used to thinking that manufacturers "sell air," but experts explain: inside the bag is not ordinary air, but nitrogen. It is needed so that chips do not turn into crumbs during transportation and do not go rancid from contact with oxygen. ✅ Tip: do not look at the volume of the bag, always check the net weight on the label. #chips #technology #facts #food #nitrogen
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Ancient Egyptian sarcophagus with a mummy: illustration for an article on the risks of trading ancient remains

Trade in Ancient Mummies: A Real Health Threat Instead of a Mysterious Curse

Science 08/17/2026, 08:23
📢 Scientists sound the alarm: trading ancient mummies is more dangerous than curses. The growth of the market on social networks and auctions in 2026 has led to real health risks. Remains contain arsenic and Aspergillus fungal spores capable of killing. At risk are not only collectors but also couriers delivering "artifacts" by mail. ⚠️👻 #science #safety #mummies
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Schematic illustration of the STAR detector showing particle collision and visualization of the proton's internal structure with a baryon knot.

Unraveling the Mystery of Matter: STAR Physicists Prove the Existence of a «Baryon Junction» Inside the Proton

Science 08/17/2026, 05:18
🔬 Physicists from the STAR collaboration at the RHIC collider have confirmed the existence of a «baryon junction» — a complex gluon structure inside the proton. Experiments showed that the baryon number is transferred differently than electric charge, which changes our understanding of the structure of matter and helps solve the mystery of the asymmetry of the Universe. #Physics #Science #Proton #RHIC #STAR
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Artistic illustration of space collapse: thousands of satellites and debris in Earth orbit, symbolizing the threat of blocking access to space due to orbital congestion from 1.7 million satellites

Space Collapse: Why 1.7 Million Satellites Could Permanently Block Access to Earth's Orbit

Science 08/17/2026, 03:39
🚨 Space Collapse: 1.7 Million Satellites Could Block Earth's Orbit. A new study by the University of Birmingham shows that 6 major constellations (including those of the US and China) have already exceeded the critical safety threshold. Cascade collisions could create an unmanageable avalanche of debris, permanently cutting humanity off from space. 📉 30,000 satellites are already in orbit. 📈 Applications submitted for another 1 million. ⚠️ 6 constellations in the zone of uncontrolled debris growth. #space #technology #disaster #satellites
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Rare squid of a newly discovered family, found in a museum after 70 years

Forgotten for 70 Years: Museum Discovers Squid Creating a New Family

Science 08/17/2026, 00:52
🦑 **Sensation in biology**: A squid specimen forgotten for 70 years in a museum turned out to be a new family! 🧬 Scientists described <i>Mobydickia poseidonii</i> — a creature found in a sperm whale's stomach back in 1955. This is the first new family of squids since 1998. 🌊 #Science #Biology #Discoveries #Ocean #MobyDick
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4300-year-old tomb in Inner Mongolia with human skeleton and clay figures of dragon and phoenix

Dragon and Phoenix: A 4,300-Year-Old Tomb with the Earliest Pair of Symbols Found in Inner Mongolia

Science 08/17/2026, 00:01
🏺 Archaeologists in Inner Mongolia have made a breakthrough discovery: a 4,300-year-old Longshan culture tomb containing the earliest pair of Dragon and Phoenix statues. 🐉 The discovery at the Zhaizhita site is rewriting the history of symbols: the statues are dated to 2300 BCE. 💎 The tomb owner was an elite: a jade disc with turquoise and clay idols were found next to the body. 🥩 DNA and isotope analysis showed that the deceased ate millet and a large amount of meat. 📜 This proves that the mythology of the dragon and phoenix existed in Northern China long before the formation of empires.
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Edmontosaurus skull in museum — key evidence of collagen preservation in dinosaur bones

Collagen in Edmontosaurus Bone: A Discovery That Challenges Views on DNA and Protein Preservation

Science 08/16/2026, 23:33
🦕 Scientists have discovered preserved collagen in a dinosaur bone that is 66 million years old! This discovery, published in the journal Analytical Chemistry, calls into question the theory of the complete disappearance of organic matter during fossilization. 🔬 The amino acid hydroxyproline was found in an Edmontosaurus bone from South Dakota. Researchers ruled out contamination using mass spectrometry. 🧬 This changes the understanding of biomaterial preservation and opens the way for studying the biology of extinct species at the molecular level. Perhaps museums are full of "treasures" that we have not yet appreciated!
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Left: new jellyfish species with geometric pattern discovered by schoolboy; right: 13-year-old Japanese schoolboy with net near water

From a school hobby to world science: how a 13-year-old Japanese schoolboy discovered a new species of 'mathematical' jellyfish

Science 08/16/2026, 23:24
🇯🇵 13-year-old Japanese schoolboy Ryoya Sugimoto made a sensational discovery by finding a new species of marine organism! 👁️ In 2018, the boy noticed strange jellyfish near the pier that did not match any known species. Thanks to his hobby and cooperation with scientists from NOAA (USA), he helped describe a new species — Orchistoma integrale. 🧬 It is called the 'integral jellyfish' because of the shape of its reproductive organs, which resemble the integral sign. Despite the name, it is a hydroid animal, not a 'true' jellyfish. Ryoya's story proves: science begins with curiosity! 🔬🌊 #Science #Japan #Jellyfish #Discovery #Biology #CitizenScience
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Render of a lunar rover with deployed solar panels on the Moon’s surface, Earth visible in the background — illustration for article on NASA’s new 2026 contracts with private companies for cargo delivery and mapping

NASA launches the 2026 'Moon Race': three new contracts awarded to private companies for cargo delivery and mapping

Science 08/16/2026, 23:14
🚀 NASA has announced three new lunar missions by the end of 2026 as part of the CLPS program. Firefly Aerospace and Intuitive Machines are preparing to scale production: new vehicles will be able to deliver up to 1 ton of cargo. 🌑 The third contract is dedicated to orbital mapping. The race for lunar infrastructure is gaining momentum! #NASA #Moon #SpaceTech
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Ancient Chinese vessel containing 2300-year-old alcohol studied by scientists

Living history: In China, researchers analyzed 3.74 liters of 2,300-year-old alcohol

Science 08/16/2026, 18:55
🇨🇳 In China, scientists analyzed 3.74 liters of 2,300-year-old alcohol. The find in a Qin-era tomb is rewriting the history of brewing: a millet-based drink with "Qu" starter was preserved in a bronze vessel. Inside, 8,500 yeast cells and 2,400 organic compounds were found. This proves that ancient masters possessed advanced fermentation technologies, surpassing European methods of that time. 🍺🔬 #Archaeology #China #Science
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Artistic illustration of a supermassive black hole with an accretion disk, around which a planetary system is forming, symbolizing the new star formation mechanism discovered in 2026.

Supermassive black holes — cradles of planets: new star formation mechanism discovered in 2026

Science 08/16/2026, 09:27
🌌 Supermassive black holes — not just devourers, but cradles of planets! In 2026, scientists confirmed that accretion disks around AGN can give birth to millions of planetary-mass objects. The new "bottom-up" mechanism changes the theory of star formation. Verification will begin with the launch of LISA in the 2030s! 🚀 #astrophysics #blackholes #LISA #science2026
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EPFL microdrones the size of a coin: innovative devices without motors and batteries, powered by sound waves

No motors or batteries: how EPFL scientists created microdrones powered by sound

Science 08/16/2026, 06:17
🔊 Scientists from EPFL have created microdrones powered by sound! No motors or batteries. The principle is based on Helmholtz resonance: sound is converted into thrust. 🚁 💡 How it works: • A sound wave pumps the resonator. • Asymmetry of flows creates reactive thrust. • Drone weight is only 150 µg! 🚀 Capabilities: • Control via sound frequency. • Movement like a rocket or helicopter. • 3D-printed bodies. #Science #Robotics #EPFL #Technology #Sound
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Scientist in blue gloves holding thin transparent HARFF optical fiber, demonstrating revolutionary sensitivity

Glass Nerves of the Future: New HARFF Optical Fiber is 1,000 Times More Sensitive Than Standard Fiber

Science 08/16/2026, 05:40
🔬 **Revolution in Sensing**: Scientists from Sweden and the UK have created flat HARFF optical fiber that is 1,000 times more sensitive than standard fiber. 📉 🧠 **How it works**: New geometry and micro-cavities with metals allow the fiber to "feel" pressure and temperature. 🚀 **Where it applies**: From monitoring the condition of bridges and aircraft to controlling battery safety and medicine. The main advantage is compatibility with standard equipment! #Science #Technology #OpticalFiber
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