Ancient Worm Revived After 46,000 Years Sparks Survival Debate

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Scientists resurrected a nematode frozen in Siberian permafrost for millennia, only to witness it reproduce asexually before dying. The discovery, while astonishing, stirs deep questions about life's resilience and the risks of awakening ancient organisms buried in Earth's icy vaults.

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