ENVIRONMENT & CLIMATE

Early-Warning Tremor Pattern Identified in Lab-Made Earthquakes Offers Hope in Predicting Future Shocks

ENVIRONMENT & CLIMATE 10.28.2023 02:56 AM

Researchers have successfully isolated a pattern of foreshocks from lab-made earthquakes. Read the article to find out how it can predict future tremors.

Mammalian Body Covering Explained: Why Do Humans Grow More Hair on the Head?

10.27.2023 09:20 AM

In the animal kingdom, humans are the only mammals to grow more hair on the head than the rest of the body. Find out why in this article.

Eels Bermuda Triangle: Why Do American, European Anguilla Migrate to Sargasso Sea?

10.27.2023 08:00 AM

American and European eels travel to the Sargasso Sea to spawn. Continue reading to learn more. (Photo: Wikimedia Commons/Hamilton, Robert (1866) British Fishes, Part II, Naturalist's Library, vol.

2,200-Year-Old Temple in Egypt Reveals Painting That Depicts Ancient New Year’s Celebrations

10.27.2023 04:05 AM

A restoration work at the Temple of Esna in Egypt unveiled an ancient painting of the gods depicted at a New Year’s scene. Continue reading the article to find out more.

Mycena Fungi Evolved To Infect Living Hosts, Show Potential As Plant Root Invaders

10.27.2023 03:21 AM

Mycena fungi, known for surviving by consuming dead trees and plants, were found to invade healthy hosts. Continue reading the article to find out more.

Wild Chimpanzees Could Also Experience Menopause, Hormonal Changes Like Humans, Evidence Reveals

10.27.2023 01:30 AM

These wild chimpanzees were observed to live several years after reaching menopause. Read to learn more.

Around 400 Roman Forts Discovered in Middle East Through Cold War Declassified Satellite Shots; Findings Suggest Peaceful Trade, Travel

10.27.2023 01:24 AM

The Roman forts were discovered when researchers analyzed declassified images shot by Cold War spy satellites. Read to learn more.

Male Echidna 4 Heads: Why Only 2 of Spiny Anteaters' 4-Headed Penis Function During Erection?

10.26.2023 09:00 AM

Male echidnas have a four-headed penis, but only two works during erection, and this initially left researchers baffled. Continue reading to learn more.

500-Million-Year-Old Crustacean Trace Fossil Reveals Life Forms in Tidal Settings, Shows Ancient Animal Behavior Before Settling on Land

10.26.2023 07:20 AM

A new type of crustacean trace fossil from Texas shows animals trapped in a tidal pool before they first emerged onto land. Read the article to find out more.

New Bacteria Caused Mysterious Death of Wild Elephants in Zimbabwe in 2020 [Study]

10.26.2023 07:00 AM

Scientists discovered a new type of bacteria that is reportedly the cause of the mysterious deaths of elephants in Zimbabwe three years ago.

36,500-Year-Old Human Genomes From Crimea Suggest Early Periods of Migration, Shed Light on First European Settlers

10.26.2023 06:20 AM

A study suggests that human populations related to present-day Europeans first appeared in the continent after a cold period of severe climatic disruption. Learn more about it in this article.

Desert-Dwelling Bacteria Used in Oxygen-Producing Biocoating Could Be Key to Making Mars Habitable

10.26.2023 05:21 AM

Scientists just came up with a wild idea for making oxygen in Mars using paint that contains live cyanobacteria. Learn more about it in this article.

Unearthed Fossils Reveal Ancient Marine Life and Climate Clues from 500 Million Years Ago

10.26.2023 05:10 AM

University of Leicester scientist uncovers unique fossils resembling modern algae from 500 million years ago, offering insights into ancient ocean life and climate. Read the article for more details.

More Than 200 Global Health Journals Unite to Declare Climate Change and Biodiversity Loss as Indivisible Health Crisis

10.26.2023 05:01 AM

Over 200 global health journals emphasize the interconnectedness of climate change and biodiversity loss, urging the WHO to declare a global health emergency. Read the article for more details.

Elaborately Decorated Roman Sandal From 2,000 Years Ago Found in Spain

10.26.2023 01:49 AM

This Roman sandal is the only one found to be covered with intricate decorations. Read to learn more.

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