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Scientists watch microscopic plant 'mouths' breathing in real time with palm-sized tool

Scientists watch microscopic plant 'mouths' breathing in real time with palm-sized tool4+ hour, 27+ min ago   (720+ words) Scientists say their Stomata In-Sight tool can observe plants "breathe," which could be used to bioengineer crops that require less water, making them potentially more resilient to climate change. Scientists have created a new tool to watch plants breathe in…...

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Sigma 14mm f/1.4 DG DN lens review — the ultimate lens for astrophotography

2+ week, 7+ hour ago   (705+ words) A versatile, professional-grade lens with superior light-gathering capability, though there's a compromise to be made in terms of weight. Chromatic aberration and coma are significantly corrected. Limited chromatic aberration and distortion at corners and edges Impressive f/1.4 aperture allows vast…...

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Canon RF 200-800mm f/6.3-9 IS USM lens review: Enormous reach for wildlife photography

2+ week, 2+ day ago   (374+ words) Good value for money Maximum aperture struggles in low-light Custom buttons are hard to reach while holding the lens We found it frustrating that it didn't have a zoom lock, as it had an annoying amount of lens creep when…...

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Best space photos of 2025

Best space photos of 20253+ week, 2+ day ago   (503+ words) The biggest space news story this year was undoubtedly the arrival of the third-ever interstellar object 3I/ATLAS, which has dominated headlines and astronomers' attention ever since it was first spotted speeding through the solar system in early July. As a…...

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Is the 'Star of Bethlehem' really a planet? A bright visitor this month may hold a clue.

Is the 'Star of Bethlehem' really a planet? A bright visitor this month may hold a clue.1+ mon, 6+ day ago   (388+ words) A brilliant point of light is rising in the eastern sky soon after dark this month, drawing comparisons to the "Star of Bethlehem." Christians are well aware of the Nativity story, in which three wise men follow the "Star of…...

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Ethereal structure in the sky rivals 'Pillars of Creation' — Space photo of the week

Ethereal structure in the sky rivals 'Pillars of Creation' — Space photo of the week1+ mon, 1+ week ago   (406+ words) The twin telescopes of the Gemini Observatory mark 25 years of discovery as students name distant nebula Ua "hi"a Lan. What it is: Emission nebula NGC 6820 and open star cluster NGC 6823 Where it is: 6,000 light-years away in the constellation Vulpecula…...

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Live Science crossword puzzle #21: NASA rover that landed on Mars in 2012 — 16 across

Live Science crossword puzzle #21: NASA rover that landed on Mars in 2012 — 16 across1+ mon, 2+ week ago   (109+ words) Test your knowledge on all things science with our weekly, free crossword puzzle! If you enjoyed this, see how quickly you can complete our most recent science crossword puzzle, updated every Monday. Note: Our crosswords are currently best experienced on…...

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Best beginner cameras for wildlife photography 2025: Nature for newbies

Best beginner cameras for wildlife photography 2025: Nature for newbies1+ mon, 2+ week ago   (1543+ words) A good wildlife camera needs to keep up with moving subjects. While there are many ingredients that make up the best wildlife cameras, the two main things beginners should focus on are burst rate and autofocus. A good burst rate…...

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"Powerhouse" Canon EOS R5 II is now at a discount for Black Friday

"Powerhouse" Canon EOS R5 II is now at a discount for Black Friday1+ mon, 2+ week ago   (240+ words) Save over $230 on the Canon EOS R5 II right now for Black Friday. If you're looking to upgrade your camera to a pro-level wildlife setup, the Canon EOS R5 II is the one to get. Plus, we've never seen it this cheap,…...

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Why the Canon EOS R6 II is better than the Canon EOS R8 for beginner wildlife photography

Why the Canon EOS R6 II is better than the Canon EOS R8 for beginner wildlife photography1+ mon, 2+ week ago   (210+ words) Although they share similar traits on paper, the Canon EOS R6 II blows the R8 out of the water " here's why. These two cameras prove that specs aren't everything. Handling, ergonomics and layout can make or break your shooting experience. With the…...