ENVIRONMENT & CLIMATE

Study Suggests Thumbs Helped Evolution Two Million Years Ago

ENVIRONMENT & CLIMATE 01.28.2021 21:45 PM

New research suggests that opposable thumbs were not exclusive to homo sapiens. In fact, it might have helped early humans evolve as early as 2 million years ago.

Meet Simba: Singapore's First Artificially Conceived Lion Cub

01.28.2021 02:30 AM

Singapore introduces Simba, who was conceived via artificial insemination. His genetic father, Mufasa, died shortly after the procedure at the ripe age of 20.

Scientists Uncover the Mystery Behind the Massive Craters in Siberia

01.28.2021 00:41 AM

Massive craters are appearing in Siberia, worrying scientists about the reason behind the sudden outbursts from underground.

Scientists Reveal Humans Were Drinking Milk Before They Could Even Digest It

01.28.2021 00:33 AM

People in Modern Kenya and Sudan were already drinking milk products approximately 6,000 years ago. This was found in the most recent study by scientists who also said these people consumed milk even before they could digest it.

Abandoned Oil Rigs Repurposed to Help the Planet Heal

01.27.2021 23:10 PM

Research shows that oil rigs repurposed as reefs are one of the most successful marine habitats. Decommissioned oil rig sitting on the Pacific Ocean waters has been the new home for a thriving ecosystem.

Did Experts Just Found Mars Mineral in an Antarctic Ice Core?

01.27.2021 22:33 PM

Researchers found a common Martian mineral in an ice core from Antarctica. Researchers found a Martian mineral from Antarctica within an ice core. The finding indicates that minerals were forged in the same manner on both Earth and Mars in the shape of a delicate, yellow-brown powder known as jarosite.

Lab-Produced Embryos Could Save White Rhinos From Extinction

01.27.2021 22:09 PM

Scientists produced two more embryos of white rhinos, increasing the number of viable embryos to five in the race to save the world's most endangered species.

In 50 Years, Shark and Ray Populations Declined By 70%

01.27.2021 21:22 PM

Recent research shows that oceanic shark and ray populations of 18 species have declined by 70% in the last half a century.

Primates Could Probably Talk If They Exerted Any Effort—Biologists

01.26.2021 21:54 PM

Stanford researchers have recently said primates could probably talk if they exerted any effort. Indeed, they suggested these animals are not maximizing their full potential in life-the ability to talk.

First Wolf Moon 2021: Your Guide to Watching This Year's First Full Moon

01.26.2021 21:25 PM

The final week of January will feature the first full moon of 2021. Wolf Moon's origins can be traced to January's wintry weather.

Scientists Debunk Large-Scale Tree Planting Myths

01.26.2021 21:15 PM

Experts propose 10 golden rules for large-scale tree planting projects to maximize carbon sequestration and biodiversity.

Newly Discovered Whale Species in the Gulf Already Bordering Extinction

01.26.2021 20:31 PM

Scientists confirm that the Bryde's whale population on the Gulf of Mexico is actually a separate species now known as Rice's whales that are already on the brink of extinction.

Air Pollution Could Increase the Risk of Developing Irreversible Sight Loss

01.26.2021 04:40 AM

Researchers from University College London found that air pollution increases the risk of progressive and irreversible sight loss or age-related macular degeneration (AMD).

New Study Reveals Social Inequality Recorded in Medieval Cambridge

01.26.2021 03:45 AM

New research on hundreds of human remains from medieval Cambridge suggests that social inequality was "recorded on its residents' bones."

Researchers Discover 'Exquisitely' Preserved Skull of a Dinosaur that Lived Over 70 Million Years Ago

01.26.2021 03:00 AM

Scientists have recently discovered what they described as an herbivorous dinosaur species' "exquisitely preserved" skull in New Mexico, famous for its odd head ornament.

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