Claims: Research roundup: 7 cool science stories we almost missed

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  1. title: Research roundup: 7 cool science stories we almost missed (alleges; supported) Source
  2. url: https://arstechnica.com/science/2026/09/august-research-roundup-7-cool-science-stories-we-almost-missed/ (alleges; supported) Source
  3. summary: It’s a regrettable reality that there is never enough time to cover all the interesting scientific stories we come across. So every month, we highlight a handful of the best stories that nearly slipped through the cracks. August’s list includes the discovery of a new celestial object astronomers have dubbed a "black hole star"; breaking down plastics with microbes and turning them into edible cookies; how whale calls are connected to Einstein's special theory of relativity; and how avocado tree… (alleges; supported) Source
  4. published: Tue, 01 Sep 2026 19:06:10 +0000 (alleges; supported) Source