There is life outside earth
and we have finally found it
Hey there,
Today, we're turning our gaze away from traffic, taxes, and that endless to-do list—and looking up!
Why? Because the age-old question—“Are we alone in the universe?”—is starting to feel less like science fiction and more like a real possibility.
From mysterious radio signals to recently declassified reports, the idea of life beyond Earth is no longer just a Hollywood trope.
In today’s edition, we explore why scientists are more optimistic than ever, what discoveries are shaping the conversation, and why the truth might be closer (and weirder) than you think.
📌 First strong sign of alien life has been found
Astronomers have detected what may be the strongest hint yet of extraterrestrial life on a planet beyond our solar system.
The exoplanet, K2-18b, located 120 light-years from Earth, has shown signs of a molecule in its atmosphere that, on Earth, is only produced by living organisms like marine algae.
The discovery was made through a repeated analysis of the planet’s atmosphere, which suggests it may be a Hycean world — a warm, ocean-covered planet orbiting a red dwarf star.
The study, led by Dr. Nikku Madhusudhan from the University of Cambridge and published in The Astrophysical Journal Letters, stops short of confirming the presence of life.
Madhusudhan emphasized the importance of caution, noting that while the findings are compelling, further research is essential to determine whether the planet is actually habitable — or inhabited.
Other scientists agree that the data is intriguing, but not definitive. As planetary scientist Stephen Schmidt from Johns Hopkins University put it, “It’s a hint.
But we cannot conclude it’s habitable yet.” Still, the discovery marks a significant step forward in the search for life beyond Earth and raises exciting questions about the nature of planets in distant star systems.
📌 This is the most expensive airport in the world
Istanbul Airport has been named the most expensive airport for food and drinks by Italian newspaper Corriere della Sera, with shocking price tags causing outrage among travelers.
A single banana reportedly costs nearly $7, while a beer is priced at $19.95. The costs don’t stop there — a small three-ounce lasagna is being sold for almost $28, despite resembling “a piece of brick” more than a proper meal.
Even fast food chains like McDonald’s and Popeyes offer little relief, with combo meals and burgers ranging from $20 to $29.
The Italian outlet L’Economia highlighted these exaggerated prices, noting how items like chicken salad and croissants also hover around the $20 mark.
On Reddit, travelers expressed their frustration, comparing Istanbul’s prices to other international airports like Frankfurt, where food is reportedly two to four times cheaper.
One user praised the terminal’s architecture but said the steep costs negatively impacted their experience. Another shared that two Big Mac meals in Dalaman cost 40 euros.
While some U.S. airports like LaGuardia and Orlando remain relatively reasonable, Istanbul’s pricing seems to capitalize on traveler necessity — and many feel it’s gone too far.
📌 A new ‘Aladdin’ movie is here — but it’s horror
Production begins next month in the UK on Aladdin: The Monkey’s Paw, a dark, supernatural reimagining of the classic tale. Set in modern-day London, the film follows Aladdin, who inherits an ancient monkey’s paw that grants wishes—but at a soul-crushing cost.
As chaos unfolds around him, he must confront a rising evil that feeds on desire. Directed by Bradley Stryker (Terrifier 3), the film stars Nick Sagar, Ricky Norwood, Montana Manning, and Stryker himself.
Cinematography is by Simon Stolland, with a screenplay by Charley McDougall, who also produces alongside Jamie McLeod-Ross, Sagar, and Stryker. Executive producers include Rustin Matthew, Terry Bird, and Arthur Corber.
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