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Scientists have resurrected a 46,000-year-old parasite frozen in Siberian permafrost

Scientists have resurrected a tiny, microscopic worm which has been ‘living’ in the Siberian permafrost for the last 46,000 years.

Scientists have resurrected a tiny, microscopic worm that had been ‘living’ in the Siberian permafrost for the last 46,000 years.

In a study published in PLOS Genetics, a group of scientists carbon dated and sequenced the genome of two nematodes, revealing they were from the late Pleistocene era.

Nematodes, better known simply as roundworms, have the ability to be
The Yarn •

Dark Matters: The Mind - The Yarn

When we imagine great mysteries we think of distant galaxies or unexplorable ocean depths. But one of the greatest mysteries is a lot closer to home. It’s in our heads.

The human brain is the most complex data processor in the known universe. But we still have very little idea how our own consciousness actually works.

This week, we’re bringing you three stories that shed light on the intricacies of our minds.

It’s the first episode of Dark Matters. Our new series about the fundamental essence

Science

The Yarn •

Dark Matters: The Mind - The Yarn

When we imagine great mysteries we think of distant galaxies or unexplorable ocean depths. But one of the greatest mysteries is a lot closer to home. It’s in our heads.

The human brain is the most complex data processor in the known universe. But we still have very little idea how our own consciousness actually works.

This week, we’re bringing you three stories that shed light on the intricacies of our minds.

It’s the first episode of Dark Matters. Our new series about the fundamental essence

The Cost of Space Travel

I am named after the first woman in space, Valentina Tereshkova. This is usually my go-to “fun fact about myself” I have tucked away for the first week of uni classes; a simple and easy answer to most ice-breaker questions.

I am named after the first woman in space, Valentina Tereshkova. This is usually my go-to “fun fact about myself” I have tucked away for the first week of uni classes; a simple and easy answer to most ice-breaker questions.

Growing up, it was always in my nature to look up

Sport

WHY AM I CRYING OVER 18 YOUNG MEN?

But just like that. After 20 years of nothing but constant support. This is how the North Melbourne Football Club treats me.

You enter my room and there I am. Star-fished on my bed, staring blankly up at the ceiling. I’ve given up on refreshing my phone. But it continues to flash open with messages from my friends anyway.

“It hurts now, but one day it will get better”

“Omg I just saw, are you okay?”

“Thinking of you during these trying times. Here if you need xx”

There are a bunch of feelin
SPORTbible •

Every Women's World Cup jersey, named and ranked

As the opening match of Women’s 2023 World Cup dawns nearer, it’s now time for a completely objective ranking of all the jerseys.

As the opening match of Women’s 2023 World Cup dawns nearer, it’s now time for the most important aspect of all.

All 32 teams have released their jerseys for the impending World Cup, so without further ado, here is a completely objective list ranking the jerseys from 32 to one, with one being the most amazing, appealing and artistic jersey in this year's World Cup.

Pop Culture

Really, this is how we’re ending things? A Guide to Series Finales

It’s no surprise that when our beloved TV shows come to an end, we’re left bereft. We’re left standing there, more awkward than a contestant on The Bachelor who didn’t receive a rose, unsure of what happens next and trying not to make a scene. But what’s the best way to end a show? How can you call off the relationship but still stay friends without the stressful will-they-won’t-they of Ross and Rachel?

Some things are constant in our lives. The sun rises each morning as I write up my to-do lis