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Astronomers now predict a 90% chance of detecting an exploding primordial black hole within a decade. Such an event would confirm Stephen Hawking’s theory that black holes evaporate, releasing a flash of radiation and exotic particles. Detecting one would revolutionize physics and rewrite our understanding of the universe.

Researchers have engineered a cobalt-nickel-vanadium alloy that stays tough even at –186°C, resisting the brittleness that plagues most metals in extreme cold. Using atomic-scale design, the team created dual structural patterns inside the alloy that block cracks and preserve ductility. In lab tests, the metal absorbed far more strain than conventional steels.

Researchers in China have developed a DNA “cassette tape” that stores data at densities far beyond current drives. By encoding digital files into DNA strands embedded on tape, the system allows compact, sustainable archival storage. A 100-meter DNA tape could hold 36 petabytes, reshaping the future of data centers.

Hosted by Manisha Rani and ScoutOG, The Treasure Hunters is an upcoming game show where the social media creators will have to find the hidden treasure. Streaming soon.

The Madras Mystery – Fall of a Superstar marks Nazriya Nazim’s return to Tamil after over a decade. Streaming on SonyLIV from November 6, 2025, this period crime drama revisits the infamous Lakshmikanthan murder case of the 1940s, blending scandal, cinema, and suspense in colonial Madras.