In the world of science, there’s never a dull moment, and this past week was no exception. A cutting-edge gravitational wave detector came back online, ready to unveil more cosmic secrets. Meanwhile, archaeologists stumbled upon a 3,000-year-old bakery still coated in flour, offering a tantalizing glimpse into the past. But let’s not overlook the weighty matters at hand: New York City’s towering buildings are causing the city to sink ever so slightly each year.

Speaking of colossal finds, paleontologists in Argentina unearthed the remains of an enormous long-necked titanosaur, measuring a jaw-dropping 100 feet in length. The weight of the dinosaur’s fossils even caused a traffic accident while being transported, leaving a trail of shattered asphalt in its wake. Thankfully, no bones—human or dinosaur—were harmed.

As we ponder life’s mysteries, we’ve found ourselves grappling with burning questions like whether octopuses experience nightmares, what China is dropping off in space, and the possibility of a “dark matter star.” However, we can now shed light on one evolutionary puzzle: the age-old dilemma of which came first, the comb jelly or the sea sponge?

Picture of the Week: Meet Raffie, the Rare Albino Echidna of Australia

Behold the incredible sight of Raffie, a unique albino echidna discovered in New South Wales, Australia. This rare creature, covered in white quills, belongs to an exclusive group of mammals—alongside platypuses—that lay eggs while also producing milk. Raffie, named by local authorities, was spotted on a road earlier this month, captivating all who encountered it.

Albinism, a genetic condition that disrupts melanin production, results in the absence of pigmentation, leaving animals partially or entirely white. The Commonwealth Scientific and Industrial Research Organization (CSIRO) of Australia expressed their astonishment at this sight, emphasizing how rare it is to come across an albino echidna. Spotting a non-albino echidna is already a noteworthy event in itself.