Photo of the Shiveluch volcano in Kamchatka from the International Space Station.

Volcanic eruption casts cloud over Russia’s Kamchatka peninsula

Russia’s Kamchatka peninsula was blanketed by clouds of ash as the active Shiveluch volcano erupted just after midnight on Tuesday. Image source: NASA/JSC, Public domain, via Wikimedia Commons Russia’s Kamchatka peninsula was blanketed by clouds of ash as the active Shiveluch volcano erupted just after midnight on Tuesday. The eruption reached its peak six hours…

Greater Bilby populations double according to national wildlife census. 

Greater bilby population doubles according to latest Wildlife Conservancy census

Greater Bilby populations double according to national wildlife census.  Source: Queensland Government, Wikimedia Commons The Greater Bilby population has doubled in protected areas throughout Australia, according to the results of the Australian Wildlife Conservancy census. This census was carried out over the past 12 months in protected areas across the nation, including Yookamurra Wildlife Sanctuary…

Two mice standing together

Mice born with two fathers demonstrate possibilities of same-sex reproduction

Same-sex reproduction seems more possible than ever after scientists successfully facilitate the birth of mice with two biological fathers. Image source: Brendan Christopher, via Pexels Scientists have made stunning progress in the world of reproductive science after successfully cultivating eggs from male cells, leading to the birth of mice with two biological fathers. The development…

Ground satellite stations, representing part of the deal between the ADF and Lockheed Martin Australia

ADF and Lockheed Martin strike defence satellite deal

Part of the deal between the ADF and Lockheed Martin includes multiple ground stations across Australia. Source: Rawpixel The Australian Defence Force (ADF) has announced that it has selected Lockheed Martin Australia as the preferred tenderer for the delivery of a new Australian Defence satellite communication system. In their press release, the ADF did not…