Scientists have discovered that RNA, not DNA, is the primary cause of the burning sensation from sunburn. UV exposure damages RNA, triggering a cellular alarm system that leads to inflammation The searing, burning sensation that one experiences after an afternoon spent in the sun on the beach or in the garden without enough protection is…

The Sun would rise in the west on Venus, but that is only the beginning of how strange a day there would feel. A day is usually one of the simplest measurements we have. The Sun comes up, crosses the sky and disappears below the horizon. We mark the passing hours almost without thinking about…

Bermuda’s origins are more complex than previously thought, challenging the hotspot theory. Chemical analysis reveals its rocks contain unique elements, suggesting a deep “reservoir” within Earth’s transition zone. Image Credits: Wikimedia Commons Bermuda is famed throughout the world for its crystal-clear blue water and pink sand beaches, but the mysteries under the sea have begun…