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That story was posted on April 1st in 2009, and isn't hosted on BBC's website. There isn't even a first name given for the researcher (only "Radio astronomer Dr
by michaelf 15y ago
That story was posted on April 1st in 2009, and isn't hosted on BBC's website. There isn't even a first name given for the researcher (only "Radio astronomer Dr. Venn"). Looks sketchy to me.
I can't find any other information about it, so I'm guessing its a hoax / April Fools joke.
- tocomment 15y agoI was actually wondering that too but couldn't find anything definitive saying its a hoax. I have to think it would have been a huge deal if it were real, no?