ENVIRONMENT & CLIMATE

Avian Influenza Hits the Antarctic Region for the First Time; Spread of Highly Pathogenic H5N1 Threatens Marine Mammals

ENVIRONMENT & CLIMATE 10.24.2023 08:00 AM

Scientists have confirmed the first recorded case of highly pathogenic avian influenza in brown skua birds in Antarctica. Learn more about it in this article.

2,000-Year-Old Submerged Rock Formations With Human Carvings Exposed After Dramatic Drop of Water Levels in Amazon

10.24.2023 07:40 AM

An extreme drought led to the discovery of rare rock formations with human carvings in the Amazon. Continue reading to learn more.

Terrifying Parasitic Worm ‘Steals’ Genes From Its Unsuspecting Host To Gain Mind Control

10.24.2023 07:20 AM

Scientists have discovered the secret of horsehair worms which are known for controlling the mind of their hosts. Learn more about it in this article.

1,300-Year-Old Mummified Leg With Christian Tattoo Unearthed at Ghazali Monastery in Sudan

10.24.2023 07:00 AM

A mummified leg with a tattoo with references to Jesus Christ was unearthed in Ghazali monastery. Continue reading to know the full story.

Lost Continent Argoland Still Present But in Fragmented Form [Study]

10.24.2023 06:30 AM

Geoscientists believed that the lost continent, Argoland, which they suspected to have broken off from northwestern Australia, is still present but no longer whole. Continue reading to learn more.

Insect Maternal Care: How Cockroaches Transform for Live Birth and What It Means for Human Health

10.24.2023 06:11 AM

Hawaii's cockroaches offer insights into how insects adapt to give live birth by suppressing their immune systems. Check out how this knowledge could potentially lead to medical advances.

What Is a Dinosaur? When Did They Go Extinct?

10.24.2023 06:06 AM

Dinosaurs used to dominate the land for around 245 million years. Read to learn more. While dinosaurs no longer exist today, these massive creatures used to dominate the land over a hundred million years ago.

Ice Shelves in West Antarctica Will Melt Faster Despite Climate Efforts, Raising Sea Level, Scientists Caution

10.24.2023 05:31 AM

A comprehensive research attempts to predict the collapse of West Antarctica's ice shelves, with ominous implications for rising sea levels. Read the article for more details.

Ferns Contain Proteins With Insecticide Properties, Study Reveals; Discovery Could Fuel Development of Plant-Made Protein Pest Control

10.24.2023 05:20 AM

Some proteins in ferns were found to harbor insecticidal properties that could potentially save global crops. Read to learn more.

Mouse Mummies Found on Sky-High Andean Volcanoes Show That Life Persists in Harsh Mars-Like Environment

10.23.2023 23:36 PM

Researchers were able to find 13 leaf-eared mummified mice from several Andean volcano summits. Read to learn more.

No Time Zone Exists in the Poles: Why Are the Arctic and Antarctica Not Affected by Clocks?

10.23.2023 10:00 AM

Due to the location of the North and South Poles, no specific time zones are observed in these areas. Find out why in this article.

Do Lions Purr? Why Big Cats Can’t Make This Sound?

10.23.2023 09:00 AM

Lions can't purr but smaller cats do. Continue reading to understand why big cats can't purr.

170-Million-Year-Old Fossils Reveal Oldest Mega-Predatory Pliosaur, Offer Insight Into Prehistoric Marine Evolution

10.23.2023 07:58 AM

Fossils of a 170-million-year-old mega-predatory pliosaur discovered in France provide rare insights into plesiosaur evolution from the dinosaur era. Read the article to learn more.

Earth's Core Is Leaking? Why Experts Think So

10.23.2023 06:40 AM

The helium concentration in the old Arctic rocks is reportedly strong evidence that the Earth's core is leaking. Continue reading to learn more.

World’s Largest Living Thing Makes Beautiful Sounds; Recording Can Be Used To Document Health of Environment

10.23.2023 06:00 AM

Pando, the world's largest living thing, makes beautiful sounds. Continue reading to learn more.

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