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Scientists from Cambridge University have found promising signs of potential life on the distant exoplanet K2-18b, located about 124 light-years away, by detecting chemical molecules in its atmosphere that are associated with living organisms, specifically dimethyl sulfide (DMS) and/or dimethyl disulfide (DMDS). Utilizing the James Webb Space Telescope, this discovery suggests K2-18b could be a 'Hycean' planet, characterized by an ocean-covered environment capable of supporting life. Despite the excitement surrounding these findings, researchers emphasize the...

The Easter weekend in London will see significant Tube and Overground closures, including the Piccadilly and Elizabeth lines, affecting travel from Good Friday to Easter Monday. Key disruptions include the Piccadilly line closure between Acton Town and Uxbridge, Elizabeth line stops at Acton Main Line, Hanwell, and West Ealing, and multiple Docklands Light Railway and Overground line closures. Passengers are advised to check the TfL journey planner for updates to ensure smooth travel during the...

The Scunthorpe steelworks' future is uncertain as the government intervenes to prevent its collapse, raising crucial questions about the UK steel industry's trajectory and its implications for national security. Kiran Stacey engages with Charlotte Brumpton-Childs, a GMB union national officer in Scunthorpe, and Eleni Courea, the Guardian’s political correspondent, to discuss the situation. This dialogue highlights the significance of the steelworks for the local community and the broader economic landscape in the UK. Full Article

Astrophysics team say observation of chemical compounds may be ‘tipping point’ in search for extraterrestrial lifeA giant planet 124 light years from Earth has yielded the strongest evidence yet that extraterrestrial life may be thriving beyond our solar system, astronomers claim. Observations by the James Webb space telescope of a planet called K2-18 b appear to reveal the chemical fingerprints of two compounds that, on Earth, are only known to be produced by life. Full...

New robotic systems for surgeries, approved by NHS, aim to enhance treatment for thousands in England, potentially reducing hospital stays and recovery times. With 11 systems now in use, including those for soft tissue surgeries and orthopaedic procedures, these innovations could significantly improve surgical precision and patient outcomes. Over the next three years, data will be collected to evaluate their effectiveness, aligning with the NHS's commitment to utilizing advanced technologies in healthcare. Full Article

The UK has successfully tested an invisible radio wave weapon, the Radio-frequency Directed Energy Weapon (RF DEW), capable of neutralizing drone swarms from up to 1km away, in the largest military trial to date. The Ministry of Defence reported that over 100 uncrewed aerial vehicles were tracked and engaged, demonstrating the weapon's potential to safeguard critical infrastructure against UAV threats. With an investment of over £40 million, the RF DEW offers a cost-effective alternative to...