ENVIRONMENT & CLIMATE

59M Hectares of Forests Have Regrown Since 2000, Soaking Up 5.9 Gigatons of Carbon Dioxide

ENVIRONMENT & CLIMATE 05.12.2021 01:03 AM

A new analysis showed that an area of forests the size of France had regrown naturally since 2000. That means it could store up to 5.9 gigatons of carbon emissions.

Five Deeps Expedition Concludes Marianas Trench Still the Lowest Point on Earth's Oceans

05.11.2021 23:56 PM

An expedition to the five lowest-point oceans has recently concluded. The updated mapping shows that Marianas Trench is still the deepest among the five major oceans.

Fluids Found on African Diamonds Brings Clues on Earth's Evolution From 1 Billion Years Ago

05.11.2021 21:10 PM

Scientists recently came up with a way to solve a pair of long-lasting puzzles, which include the ages of individual fluid-bearing African diamonds and their parent material's chemistry.

New Mexico Menefeeceratops: Horned Dinosaur From 82 Million Years Ago, First of Its Kind

05.11.2021 20:51 PM

The oldest ceratopsid in New Mexico is revealed as one of the earliest of its species to date. It was the first of its kind to have horns and frills 80 million years ago.

Longer Yawning Means Bigger Brains; Why Do Animals Yawn?

05.11.2021 06:22 AM

A large-scale study of animals recently revealed that longer yawning means bigger brains. Specifically, what was unveiled was that vertebrates with larger brains and more neurons are said to have longer-lasting yawns.

Pigeon With Mysterious Massive Feet Went Viral On Social Media: Was It Just an Illusion?

05.11.2021 05:50 AM

TikTok user ge0_2001 has observed a pigeon from the window that has mysterious gigantic feet. The short video immediately went viral, leaving many to solve its mystery.

Shrunken Head Rediscovered, Returned to Ecuador; Believed to be Slain Enemies with Skulls Removed

05.11.2021 05:40 AM

A shrunken head, formally known as a ceremonial tsantsa, was authenticated and returned to Ecuador back in 2019 - and its history and verification is the subject of a newly published study.

Branching Worm With One Head and Divides Internal Organs Found Living in Sea Sponges

05.11.2021 05:10 AM

Researchers discovered a branching worm that has one head and multiple posterior ends that spreads extensively in the canals of sea sponges.

Ashmore Reef Marine Park in Australia Navigated, Mapped in Landmark Study

05.11.2021 03:29 AM

A team of researchers has completed the first comprehensive study of North West Australia, circumnavigating and mapping the entire deepwater zone in Ashmore Reef Marine Park.

Genomes Discovery Changes View on Bronze Age Italy's Societal Organization and Ancestry

05.11.2021 00:11 AM

Genomes with Steppe-related ancestry were found on various archeological sites in Italy. It changed the views of the Italian Peninsula's ancient history.

Cooler, Longer-Lasting Solar Tech Could Increase Yearly Production of Energy

05.10.2021 22:33 PM

A team of Australian photovoltaic researchers recently developed the next-gen solar technology, a cooler and longer-lasting innovation.

Paleozoic "Living Fossil" Still Thriving on Ocean Floor After Being Missing for 270 Million Years

05.10.2021 08:00 AM

Organisms that had the first symbiotic association were thought to be extinct. However, a recent discovery has found that the fossils were still alive.

Uncooked Rice May Contain Harmful Microplastics, Sparking Health Fears to Millions of Consumers

05.10.2021 07:48 AM

Researchers at the University of Queensland found that uncooked rice may contain 3-4 milligrams of microplastics in every 100 grams. A scientist said that washing rice could reduce plastics by 20% to 40%.

Bunny "The Talking Dog": Self-Aware Canine Asks About the Meaning of Life

05.10.2021 05:50 AM

Bunny, the talking dog, stunned many as she seemed to be self-aware. She asked a question about her existence.

Iceland's Volcano Spews Lava Geysers High Into the Air, Thrill Seekers Left in Awe

05.10.2021 05:40 AM

Iceland's Fagradalshraun volcano activity was still calm last week. But now it alternates between quiet spells and furious outbursts, leaving thrill-seekers in awe with its incredible power.

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