Science

Theologians from Southern Africa's six episcopal conferences, including Eswatini's SACBC, met in Pretoria to examine polygamy, inculturation, and access to the Sacraments.

An IOL column published on 6 November 2026 reflects on friendship as the family we choose, citing Tambo and Mandela and arguing that solidarity between friends sustains us through hard times.

A 23-year-old who pays rent to her mother refuses to abandon a trip with her boyfriend, reopening the question of parental authority in the homes of adult children.

A stone bust found at the 12th-century Kopeshwar temple in Kolhapur has sparked debate over whether it depicts Buddha or a Jain preacher, with archaeologists urging caution before conclusions are drawn.

Archaeologists in Denmark have uncovered two oval brooches from a Viking Age grave with traces of fabric still attached, offering a rare glimpse into ancient clothing.

Hubble data reveals Andromeda's star formation has slowed dramatically over the last 40 million years, with a smaller galaxy, M32, as the prime suspect.

Evolutionary biologists have discovered that a snake's spine contains five distinct anatomical regions, including a short neck of just 7 to 12 vertebrae, challenging long-held beliefs about limbless reptiles.

Galactic archaeologist Amina Helmi has used 'cosmic fossils' to prove that the Milky Way was born from violent collisions, earning her the prestigious Kavli Prize.

Swift is NASA's multitool when it comes to studying the cosmos. It observes the sky using a wide range of light and rapidly points at short-lived outbursts, alerting other facilities in space and on the ground to help coordinate follow-up observations. For the last two decades, Swift has been a key player in NASA's efforts to understand how the universe works, and we're looking forward to getting

The United States has declassified 72 UFO files from the FBI, CIA and Pentagon, including a 2008 sighting at Zimbabwe's Harare International Airport.

Distinguished physicist Dr. D. Indumathi advocates for scientific excellence and intellectual independence through decades of neutrino research and educational commitment.

The International Space Station will end its three-decade mission in 2030, concluding an era of unprecedented international cooperation in space exploration and research.

Traditional mathematics teaching methods prioritise rote learning over genuine understanding, undermining students' development of critical reasoning and problem-solving abilities essential for progress.