How did life begin on Earth? New experiments support ‘RNA world’ hypothesis The new findings strengthen the "RNA world" hypothesis that describes how the first life on Earth could have used RNA instead of DNA. Astrobitica January 5, 2026 (Last updated: January 5, 2026) 1 minute read The new findings strengthen the “RNA world” hypothesis that describes how the first life on Earth could have used RNA instead of DNA. About the Author Astrobitica Administrator Visit Website View All Posts Post navigation Previous: China’s astronauts complete cave training amid preparations for moon missionsNext: No more free rides: it’s time to pay for space safety