Smartphones can now detect earthquakes, scientists confirm ancient honey, a universal cancer vaccine heads to human trials, and lightning may actually come from outer space.

SOURCES

Google has turned 2 billion smartphones into a global earthquake warning system — it's as effective as seismometers, tests show | Live Science

Sticky goo in 2,500-year-old bronze jars finally identified, settling 70-year debate | Live Science

Ancient pots found near Pompeii contain 2500-year-old honey | New Scientist

'Universal' cancer vaccine heading to human trials could be useful for 'all forms of cancer' | Live Science

Lightning on Earth is sparked by a powerful chain reaction from outer space, simulations show | Live Science

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