Earth & Environment
New study suggests Beethoven’s health woes partially due to lead, but not fatal
Recent research has shed new light on the longstanding mystery surrounding the health issues and death of Ludwig van Beethoven, one of history's most...
What’s with the recent wild tornadoes?
In the past week, weather authorities across the U.S. reported more than 100 tornadoes across the central and southern parts of the country, destroying...
41,000 years ago Earth’s shield went down
Earth is naked without its protective barrier.
The planet’s magnetic shield surrounds Earth and shelters it from the natural onslaught of cosmic rays.
But sometimes, the...
Why our neighbor planet Venus lost its water
Researchers at the University of Colorado Boulder have made a significant discovery about Venus, Earth’s neighboring planet known for its extreme conditions.
They've uncovered clues...
Does your dog have ‘rage syndrome’?
Dog aggression can be unsettling, stressful, and even dangerous, not only for the dog but also for other pets, family members, and strangers.
Because some...
Both purebred and mixed-breed dogs share similar health risks, shows study
A recent study from Texas A&M School of Veterinary Medicine has debunked a common myth that purebred dogs are more likely to get sick...
Scientists uncover secrets of enormous hole in Antarctic sea ice
In 2016 and 2017, researchers observed an extraordinary event in Antarctica: a massive hole, called a polynya, formed in the sea ice, reaching a...
Why the days of ultra-low interest rates are likely over
Although the Federal Reserve held interest rates steady at roughly 5.3%, some economists still predict rates will be cut, likely this year.
What is unlikely,...
How Earth’s mantle shapes its surface
The rocky landscape of our planet is a masterpiece crafted by the intricate dance of tectonic plates.
We know how these plates colliding or moving...
Assyriologist unravels mystery of 2,700-year-old temple
In the ancient city of Dūr-Šarrukīn, which we now call Khorsabad in Iraq, there's a puzzle that's baffled experts for over a century.
On the...
Scientists unveil a new strategy for recycling carbon to combat climate change
In our world today, many things like cars and home heating systems are being changed to use clean electricity from things like the sun...
For the ancient Maya, cracked mirrors were a path to the world beyond
Some people fear that breaking a mirror can lead to seven years of misfortune.
The history of this superstition may go back to the ancient...
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How do you forecast eruptions at volcanoes that sit “on the cusp” for decades?
Some volcanoes take their time—experiencing protracted, years-long periods of unrest before eventually erupting.
This makes it difficult to forecast when they pose a danger to...
Scientists find large solar parks could cool surrounding land for the first time
Scientists using satellite technologies have discovered for the first time that large scale solar parks have a cooling effect on the land surrounding them.
As...
Can movie reviews really predict box office success? Not necessarily
A recent study reveals that the impact of movie reviews on box office performance is more nuanced than previously thought.
Finding van Gogh in nature: a new gecko species unveiled by scientists
Imagine wandering through the lush landscapes of the Southern Western Ghats in Tamil Nadu, India, where the vibrant hues of nature blend seamlessly with...
Pesticides are linked to Parkinson’s disease, Study Finds
As the European Union renews the approval of the herbicide glyphosate for another decade, a new editorial paper published in the Journal of Parkinson's...
Surviving the summer heat: the critical role of air conditioning for older people
Extreme heat is creating trouble all over the world. Record-breaking temperatures are sparking forest fires that spew smog affecting people miles away.
This heat is...
What a Martian meteorite can teach us about Earth’s origins
What do Mars and Iceland have in common?
These days, not so much.
But more than 4.5 billion years ago, it’s possible the Red Planet had...
COVID-19: Cats can become infected and transmit the disease
In a new study, researchers found that in the laboratory, cats can readily become infected with SARS-CoV-2, the virus that causes COVID-19, and may...