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Bleeding trees: How science and tradition agree to differ

Bleeding trees: How science and tradition agree to differ

Certain species of trees secrete a red substance often mistaken for blood. This intriguing spectacle of nature invariably sparks diverse interpretations straddling the realms of mysticism and science.

Türkiye propels into space history with launch of country's first astronaut

Türkiye propels into space history with launch of country's first astronaut

Türkiye's venture into crewed cosmic exploration begins on the country's centennial anniversary as Colonel Alper Gezeravci soars into space among the four-person crew of Axiom Mission 3.

Google Doodle celebrates Turkish astronomer Nuzhet Gokdogan

Google Doodle celebrates Turkish astronomer Nuzhet Gokdogan

Nuzhet Gokdogan, a Turkish astronomer and mathematician, obtained her PhD from Istanbul University in 1934 after studying in France. She played a pivotal role in shaping Türkiye's scientific landscape.

Tree of life: The science and myths around African baobab

Tree of life: The science and myths around African baobab

Baobab is an extraordinary tree that thrives in urban, rural and forest environments. It is among the largest and longest-living trees in the world.

Africa must be proactive on the double-edged sword of artificial intelligence

Africa must be proactive on the double-edged sword of artificial intelligence

Artificial intelligence is increasingly becoming popular around the world with its relevance in various fields including health, education, governance and economy. But there are concerns on its potential negative impact.

Listen to child wisdom to inspire scientific discoveries in Africa

Listen to child wisdom to inspire scientific discoveries in Africa

Children are generally curious, some mischievous others non-conformists. But many of them are talented.

War-hit Sudanese students to finish medical studies in Tanzania

War-hit Sudanese students to finish medical studies in Tanzania

The students have been relocated in order to complete their final year of studies which requires practical training, according to officials.

How artificial intelligence will affect jobs in Africa

How artificial intelligence will affect jobs in Africa

The African Development Bank projects that some 100 million youth on the continent won’t be able to find any new jobs by 2030 due to technological advancement.

Mpemba: The man who froze hot water faster than cold water.

Mpemba: The man who froze hot water faster than cold water.

Erasto Mpemba was a Tanzanian scientist who discovered that hot liquid freezes faster than liquid which is initially cold.

Does the revival of 'Zombie Viruses' pose legitimate health threat?

Does the revival of 'Zombie Viruses' pose legitimate health threat?

As global temperatures rise, permafrost is melting rapidly, unearthing a host of ancient viruses and bacteria — a troubling scenario that poses a risk to public health.

Kenya’s satellite launch delayed for third time in one week

Kenya’s satellite launch delayed for third time in one week

The launch on Friday was unexpectedly halted just 34 seconds before take-off due to bad weather. The weather problem has also caused the postponement of Türkiye's satellite launch.

Why scientists are concerned about new plant-to-human fungal transmission

Why scientists are concerned about new plant-to-human fungal transmission

Although human contraction of fungal infection from plants is not a new phenomenon, the case reported in India has left health experts worried about potential outbreaks.