What if a simple sea sponge could spark a debate about the origin of animal life? A recent study suggests that some of Earth’s earliest animals were sponge-like creatures due to chemical traces found in ancient rocks.1 Researchers discovered unusual sterane molecules in marine sediments. Steranes are chemical traces that form when sterols—lipid molecules that help strengthen cell membranes—break down over time. ... More...
A possible Earth-like planet 146 light-years away has recently been discovered by citizen scientists.1 The evolutionary community is cautiously optimistic that this planet could host life. What are the chances that this could very well be Earth 2.0?
Astronomers are excited about this potential find because, as NASA chief scientist Thomas Zurbuchen said back in 2017, “The discovery gives us a hint that finding a s... More...
The book of Genesis tells us about a global flood that occurred about 4,500 years ago, an event that began with the bursting of the fountains of the great deep and a tremendous amount of rainfall (Genesis 7:11–12). This activity most likely caused rapid and widespread erosion across the surface of the earth. Do we actually see evidence of such erosion in the rock record? Yes!
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A newly discovered giant virus called ushikuvirus has been described by conventional scientists as a possible clue to how complex cells evolved. But the details reported in the original research reveal intricately organized parts working together, telling a different story. It reveals built-in design limits.
In February 2026, researchers announced the discovery of ushikuvirus.1 This large DNA virus was found in freshwa... More...
Oxygen gives cells energy. But oxygen can also harm cells. Any organism that uses oxygen must both harness the power and protect itself against being damaged. A recent paper in Nature reports that certain Asgard archaea contain genes linked to oxygen use and suggests this helps explain how complex cells evolved over long ages.1 The key issue is not whether these microbes have oxygen-related genes—they do. The real ... More...