Quantum Breakthroughs, Neanderthal Innovations, and Fungal Highways

08/05/2025 12 min
Quantum Breakthroughs, Neanderthal Innovations, and Fungal Highways

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Episode Synopsis

Explore the latest scientific breakthroughs as physicists capture images of 'free-range' atoms, revealing new insights into quantum mechanics. Discover how Neanderthals independently invented bone-tipped spears, challenging previous assumptions about their technological capabilities. Plus, learn about the discovery of fungal spores surviving in the stratosphere, potentially impacting global agriculture and health. Join us for these stories and more on Simply News Radio.

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