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How much of the universe is dark matter?
By Paul Sutter published
Most matter in the universe cannot be seen — but its influence on the largest structures in space can.

Lopsided star cluster may disprove Newton and Einstein, controversial new study claims
By Tom Metcalfe published
An uneven distribution of stars in several nearby clusters may offer evidence of MOND – a controversial theory of gravity that disputes Newton and rejects the existence of dark matter.

Aliens May Well Exist in a Parallel Universe, New Studies Find
By Brandon Specktor last updated
Could alien life be hiding in the multiverse? New studies say, "sure!"

Could Physics' Reigning Model Finally Be Dethroned?
By Tia Ghose last updated
New results from two separate experiments could hint at the first sign of completely new physics in the world of the very small.

9 ideas about black holes that will blow your mind
By Adam Mann last updated
Some of the strangest ideas ever proposed about the weirdest cosmic objects, black holes

Large Hadron Collider switches on at highest ever power level to look for dark matter
By Ben Turner published
Physicists say the third run will collect more data than the previous two combined.

What is the universe?
By Paul Sutter published
Reference It's quite a big question and a lot is still unknown about the universe, but we'll tell you everything that we do know, from how the universe was created, how old it is and what it's even made of.

Dark matter could be a cosmic relic from extra dimensions
By Robert Lea published
Massive gravitons may have formed a trillionth of a second after the Big Bang, in abundances great enough to account for dark matter.
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