ENVIRONMENT & CLIMATE

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

ENVIRONMENT & CLIMATE 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.

Deep-sea Pacific Footballfish Washes Up on California Coast; What Exactly Is This Species?

10.26.2023 00:20 AM

This marks the second time that a Pacific football fish washed up in Moro Beach in Crystal Cove State Park. Read to learn more.

Beneath the Surface: Navigating the UK's Water Pollution Quagmire

10.25.2023 12:18 PM

Recently, it probably won't have escaped anyone's notice that the UK has been prominently featured in news reports due to its escalating issues with polluted water sources, encompassing seas, rivers, waterways and freshwater habitats.

Humanity Failing Miserably in Tackling Climate Crisis, Planetary Report Card Shows

10.25.2023 12:07 PM

Earth's environmental report indicates a bleak outlook due to climate challenges, while highlighting positive trends like growing solar and wind power use and reduced deforestation. Continue reading to know more details.

Layered Lake Reveals Origin of Oxygen in the Atmosphere, Suggests Role of Cyanobacteria in Earth’s Early History

10.25.2023 09:39 AM

Geochemists study Deming Lake to understand the buildup of oxygen in the atmosphere 2.4 billion years ago. Find out more about it in this article.

‘Superfog’ Caused a Deadly Multi-Car Pileup on Louisiana; Scientists Investigate the Role of Wetland Fires

10.25.2023 08:48 AM

An unusually dense layer of fog resulted in a pileup of vehicles in Louisiana which resulted in death and injury of several people. Find out more about it in this article.

Fiji Mermaid Mummy Scan Confirms Bizarre Creature From Japan Is Part Fish, Monkey, Reptile

10.25.2023 07:15 AM

The mummified mermaid from Japan was scanned and the results confirmed it was part fish, part monkey and park reptile. Continue reading to learn more.

New Crocodile-Like Species From 250 Million Years Ago Identified [Study]

10.25.2023 06:20 AM

An extinct crocodile-like animal from 250 million years ago was identified as a new species of reptile. Continue reading to learn more.

Whales Explode When They Die, But Why?

10.25.2023 05:12 AM

There are times when the buildup of gas inside a decomposing whale leads it to explode. Read to find out why.

Hurricane Ian Unleashes Silent Threat: Deadly Flesh-Eating Bacteria Outbreak in Florida

10.25.2023 03:40 AM

Hurricane Ian in September 2022 led to a study using genome sequencing and data showing Vibrio bacteria's impact. Read the article for more details.

Ancient Baboon Mummy Origins Discovered in Egypt; Why Were These Animals Mummified?

10.24.2023 23:13 PM

As there are no wild baboons living in Egypt today and there is no evidence that suggests that these primates lived in ancient Egypt, the origins of ancient mummified baboons have remained a mystery. Read to learn more.

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