Public research university near Coventry, founded 1965
Scientists have confirmed an atmosphere on LHS 1140b, a rocky world in the habitable zone about 48 light-years away. Helium has been detected in the upper atmosphere, with further potentially life-supporting gases expected deeper down. The planet’s transit observations, optics, and forthcoming JWST data underpin the finding, marking a milestone in the search for habitable worlds beyond our solar system.
Backlogs in digital number plate production and cargo sealing create widespread delays at borders and in vehicle registration, crippling imports, deliveries and revenue collection. Authorities pledge to scale up production and streamline processes amid mounting costs and frustrations.
Provisional temperatures have surpassed long-standing June records across England, with 35.8C in Wigonholt and 35.7C in Charlwood, amid a Met Office red heat warning. Forecasters say figures could climb further as a heat-dome over western Europe drives extreme heat, health warnings are in place, and schools and transport are disrupted.
New research shows that laughter rhythms in humans and great apes are strikingly similar, suggesting a shared evolutionary past. Fresh recordings of children’s giggles align with decades-old ape tickling data, indicating a common ancestor and shedding light on the evolution of human speech.