#11 — How Neanderthal DNA is distributed in humans

New genetic analysis revealed that the presence of Neanderthal DNA varies slightly between European and Asian populations, with a slightly higher proportion in the genomes of ancient European populations.

#10 — Seaweed was a delicacy in Europe until the early middle ages

A new study has revealed that our European ancestors consumed seaweed and freshwater plants for thousands of years, long before these nutrient-rich resources became marginal in the region.

#9 — An atlas of the human brain

Scientists now understand how over 85 billion neurons in the human brain cooperate to shape our thoughts and emotions.

#8 — How to wipe out a cell's memory?

Scientists have devised a groundbreaking method to enhance the reprogramming of induced pluripotent stem cells (iPSCs) – versatile cells that can mimic embryonic stem cells and potentially revolutionise regenerative medicine.

#7 — After moon success, India aiming for the Sun

After the successful landing of Chandrayaan-3 on the moon, India will now launch Aditya-L1 towards the Sun on September 2.

#6 — SpaceX launches astronauts towards space station

A multinational crew of four astronauts has been launched towards the International Space Station (ISS) on SpaceX's Crew-7 mission, aboard the new SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket.

#5 — Groundbreaking brain implant gives voice to the mute

A groundbreaking brain implant has been developed that can translate brain activity during speech attempts by the mute to words on a screen.

#4 — India creates history by landing rover at Moon's south pole

India's Chandrayaan-3 has successfully landed on the moon's south pole, marking a historic achievement. This accomplishment made India the fourth country to achieve a soft landing on the lunar surface.

#3 — The genetics of human skin colour

Using CRISPR tech, scientists uncovered more than 160 genes involved in melanin production that affects skin colour in humans.

#2 — Vegan seafood, anyone?

In today's issue, learn how vegan food was 3d-printed, how antibiotic-resistant bacteria are spread through air pollution and the discovery of a new natural anti-fungal compound.

#1 — A whale larger than the blue whale

Learn how archaeological evidence pointed to the existence of a whale larger than the blue whale in Peru and other interesting science stories.