ENVIRONMENT & CLIMATE

Ancient Footprints Tells a Story of A Parent and Child Making a Daring Journey

Ancient Footprints Tell a Story of a Parent and Child Making a Daring Journey

ENVIRONMENT & CLIMATE 10.17.2020 21:00 PM

Studying ancient footprint tracks of animals and humans reveals the similarities and differences between modern species and their ancestors. A recent discovery of human footprints reveals a story of an adult carrying a toddler through muddy terrain despite predators.

Raccoon Captured After Attacking Young Child and Tested Positive for Rabies

10.17.2020 10:31 AM

The Arlington police released safety reminders after a large, rabid raccoon was captured for attacking a young child on Wednesday.

Eco-Friendly Methods to Clean Oil Spills

10.17.2020 02:00 AM

Cleaning oil spills and preserving marine life has been challenging with the disastrous oil spills and expansion of oil exploration. For years, scientists have been developing eco-friendly ways to clean up oil pollution and protect marine life.

Indian Capital Suffers Thick Smog Once Again Due to Agricultural Fires

10.16.2020 09:10 AM

After months of experiencing smog-free air in New Delhi, India's capital once again is experiencing a surge of air pollution levels due to agricultural fires.

Critically Endangered Hainan Gibbon Uses Man-Made Rope Bridge for the First Time

10.16.2020 08:50 AM

Hainan gibbons are the rarest ape, primate, and mammal species in the world. Scientists report both short-term and long-term conservation efforts in preserving the critically endangered species.

Amazon Deforestation Could Breed Brand New Diseases for the Next Pandemic

10.16.2020 08:40 AM

The changes in the Amazon forest brought by deforestation are driving animals, such as bats and monkeys into new areas which increases the chance of viruses and bacteria to transfer to humans.

Charity Lady Freethinker Uncovers Horrific Dog Meat Auction House in South Korea

10.16.2020 08:10 AM

Animal welfare campaigners have been fighting for dogs' rights that are sold as meat or for traditional medical uses, prominently in Asia. US-based charity Lady Freethinker recently conducted an underground investigation on South Korea's largest dog meat auction house.

New Study Suggests That Monkeys Self-Domesticated

10.16.2020 01:23 AM

In science, there is a term for the notion that breeding out aggression in animals affects their evolution - "domestication syndrome" - and might explain some of the marmoset monkeys' physical traits.

Authorities Explain How Climate Change is Causing Drought and Colder Winters

10.16.2020 00:17 AM

Climate change has been responsible for water-related events such as tropical storms, heaving rains, snowfall, flooding, and even drought. The NOAA recently announced their forecast for America's winter: colder temperatures in the north and a drier season in the south.

Nature's Giants: 5 of the Tallest Trees in the World

10.15.2020 21:54 PM

Most of the tallest trees in the world belong to the Sequoia sempervirens or the redwoods, but other species have also given birth to exceptional specimens. Here are five of the tallest trees in the world:

Glitters on Makeup and Dresses Are Damaging Freshwater Habitats

10.15.2020 20:50 PM

Researchers explored the impacts of glitters on marine life and found that even biodegradable alternatives are as damaging as the plastic versions.

Cuba's Capital Havana Prepares For Pope Benedict XVI Visit To The Island Nation

Tackling the Animal Problem in Cuba: Government To Pass First Animal Protection Law

10.15.2020 09:00 AM

Animal lovers in Cuba are optimistic about the upcoming law as the Cuban government is set to pass its first animal protection law next month.

Cows Prefer Face-to-Face Chat Than Pre-Recorded Voice, Study

Cows Prefer Face-To-Face Chat Over Pre-Recorded Voices, Says Study

10.15.2020 08:40 AM

Experiments have shown that cows like face-to-face communication than recorded chat as they 'like stroking in combination with gentle talking.'

Sequoias And Coastal Redwoods Appear To Flourish Despite Climate Change

Lasers Can Now Measure Biomass in Giant Redwoods

10.15.2020 08:30 AM

New research from the University College London (UCL) demonstrates the first application of laser technology for the measurement of volume and biomass of giant trees - used in the great Californian redwoods in this case.

A New Species of Tardigrades Can Survive Radiation

10.15.2020 07:50 AM

Autofluorescence or skin protection against radiation is a unique feature of a few animal species. Indian scientists discover a new species of tardigrades, which can already survive extreme environments but also survive exposure to radiation that easily kills bacteria within minutes.