ENVIRONMENT & CLIMATE

Why Does Durian Fruit Smell So Bad? Scientists Examine the Chemicals That Make This Asian Crop Stink

ENVIRONMENT & CLIMATE 08.22.2023 11:00 AM

A research team attempted to figure out how the notorious durian fruit produces a potent stench. Learn more about it in this article.

How Many Bodies Have Been Found in Lake Mead? Hundreds Waiting To Be Discovered As Water Level Continues To Drop

08.22.2023 10:00 AM

More bodies are expected to be found in Lake Mead as its water level continues to recede due to the climate crisis. Continue reading

First US Sighting of Yellow-Legged Hornet Shows the Invasive Insect Preying on Honey Bees

08.22.2023 07:51 AM

The Vespa velutina hornet is different from the Asian giant hornets, otherwise known as the murder hornet; but both of them love to prey on honey bees. Read to learn more.

Climate Change's Impact on Extreme Events Led to Unprecedented Ice Loss in Antarctica, Study Reveals

08.22.2023 07:44 AM

Antarctica's extreme occurrences, like ocean heatwaves and ice loss, are predicted to intensify and occur more frequently due to worsening effects of climate change. Continue reading to learn more.

New Tarantula Species With Golden Hairs Discovered in Iran Through Social Media [See Photos]

08.22.2023 07:39 AM

A taxonomist and arachnologist discovered a new species of tarantula. Continue reading to learn more.

Humpback Skin Care Routine: Whales Roll on Ocean Floor To Exfoliate, Reduce Infection From Bacteria

08.22.2023 06:50 AM

Humpbacks also keep a skincare routine to keep them healthy. Continue reading to learn more. (Photo: Wikimedia Commons/Dr. Louis M. Herman. ) Humpback Skin Care Routine: Whales Roll on Ocean Floor to Exfoliate, Reduce Infection From Bacteria A skincare routine is necessary for many to look young and revitalized.

Extremely Rare Spotless Giraffe Born at Tennessee's Brights Zoo; Naming Opportunity Sparks Conservation Awareness

08.22.2023 06:00 AM

Check out this one-of-a-kind spotless giraffe born at Tennessee's Brights Zoo, distinguished by its brown fur lacking the usual spots.

Ancient Forest Discovered in China's Sinkhole 600ft Underground; Primitive Habitat Could Be Home to Unidentified Species

08.22.2023 05:14 AM

China's Leye Fengshan UNESCO Global Geopark is known to hold 30 sinkholes, including the largest sinkhole in the world. Read to learn more.

Diamond-Triggering Eruptions: Supercontinent Breakups Unleash Explosive Kimberlite Outbursts With Earth's Deep Gems

08.22.2023 02:12 AM

A new study unravels the mystery of post-continent breakup that may lead to diamond discovery. Check out this article to learn more.

California Experiences 5.1 Magnitude Earthquake Causing Landfall Amid Tropical Storm as Residents Urged to Stay Off Roads

08.21.2023 09:38 AM

The Hilary tropical storm is expected to weaken after potentially affecting Nevada, Oregon, and Idaho. Read to learn more.

Plastic Waste Can Be Converted Into Raw Materials for Detergents Using Improved Catalytic Methods

08.21.2023 07:00 AM

A new research has found that plastic waste can be used as a raw material for making detergents, thanks to an improved catalytic method. Continue reading the article to learn more.

Saber-Toothed Cats, Dire Wolves, More Become Extinct Due to Wildfires, Human Dynamics [Study]

08.21.2023 06:30 AM

Saber-toothed cats, dire wolves, a species of camel and coyote, and more become extinct quickly due to several factors, including the arrival of humans. Continue reading to learn more.

Can Humans Live Underground To Escape Extreme Temperatures? Earthscrapers' Potential Solution to Climate Crisis

08.21.2023 05:30 AM

Living underground could be an option for humans in the future as the temperature continues to rise. Continue reading to learn more.

Tropical Storm Emily Starts To Form Over the Atlantic Ocean As the Hurricane Season Is Nearing Its Peak

08.21.2023 04:46 AM

After being quiet in the recent weeks, this year’s Atlantic Hurricane season suddenly becomes very active with tropical storm Emily taking shape in the ocean. Find out more about it in this article.

Human-Ignited Fires Caused Extinction of Postglacial Megafaunal Younger Dryas, Study Finds

08.21.2023 03:11 AM

Scientists found 172 new radiocarbon dates on megafauna from the Rancho La Brea Tar Pits. Read to learn more.

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