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Science news this week: Pompeii's secretive cults and mysterious structures in our solar system

March 1, 2025: Our weekly roundup of the latest science in the news, as well as a few fascinating articles to keep you entertained over the weekend.

Science news this week: Pompeii's secretive cults and mysterious structures in our solar system

Life in Pompeii was full of mysteries and secrets, with recent discoveries shedding light on the secretive cult of Dionysus and the daily lives of its inhabitants. Meanwhile, in our solar system, NASA supercomputers have revealed a possible spiral structure at the edge of the Oort cloud, offering new insights into the origins of comets and the evolution of our solar system. In the world of biology, the purpose of cats' "toe beans" has been explored, revealing their multifunctional nature. And in a rare medical case, a teenager in India had a parasitic twin removed from his chest after living with it for 17 years. From measles outbreaks to Neanderthal extinction theories, this week's science news has covered a wide range of topics. And in the realm of archaeology, severed skulls with nails through them in Iron Age Spain have sparked new theories about their purpose. For those looking for weekend reading, there are long reads on topics ranging from Thutmose II's tomb discovery to China's space telescope plans. And for sky watchers, a rare planetary alignment and polar bear cub footage offer opportunities for observation. Stay updated on the latest science news by following Live Science on social media platforms.

Author Name: Pandora Dewan

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