Earth & Environment
New catalyst converts plant waste into high-value chemicals with nearly 100% efficiency
Scientists have developed a new way to turn plant waste into useful chemicals, bringing us one step closer to replacing some fossil fuel-based products...
Scientists discover a new pangolin species hidden in the Himalayas for nearly 200 years
Scientists have confirmed that a little-known Himalayan pangolin is a separate species, ending a mystery that has lasted for nearly 190 years.
The discovery could...
Nearby super Earth could host life after all
In 2024, astronomers detected a rocky exoplanet, GJ 3378b, orbiting a red dwarf sun just 25 light-years from Earth in the direction of the...
How did it feel to be an American colonist in 1776? Probably itchy, achy...
Trade the tricorn hats, bonnets and homespun shirts for flip flops, sneakers and soccer jerseys, and the intrepid revolutionaries of 1776 would have looked...
Ancient diamonds uncover Earth’s hidden secret for preserving life’s essential element
Two unusual diamonds found deep inside the Earth are helping scientists answer a long-standing question about how our planet has remained suitable for life.
The...
Scientists create smart battery material that stops energy loss
Lithium-sulfur batteries have long been seen as one of the most promising technologies for the future of energy storage.
They could store much more energy...
Scientists warn 1.7 million satellites could destroy our view of the night sky
The number of satellites orbiting Earth is growing at an incredible speed, and scientists say it could soon change the night sky forever.
A new...
Air conditioners alone can’t beat extreme heat, scientists warn
As the world gets hotter, air conditioners are becoming more important than ever.
They help people stay safe during heat waves and can even save...
How giant glaciers moved massive rocks across the Alps 24,000 years ago
Thousands of giant rocks scattered across Switzerland have puzzled people for centuries.
Many of these huge boulders are sitting far from the mountains where they...
,000-year-old child’s skull found in Norwegian cave reveals secrets of early farmers
Archaeologists have uncovered the remains of a young child who lived about 4,000 years ago in a cave on Norway's west coast.
The remarkable discovery...
An extended barrage of asteroid impacts made Earth too hot to form continents
The formation of continents was an important step in Earth's history.
Continents and plate tectonics are connected to the planet's habitability, and the same is...
A star’s death throes involves a lot of kicking
Imagine being nudged again and again by thousands of tiny shoves, each one barely perceptible alone, until they add up to a steady drift...
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What is most likely going on in Area 51?
One of the reasons people can never be entirely sure about what is going on at Area 51 is that it is a highly...
This stuff in air may increase risk of heart and respiratory death
In a new study, researchers found that even small increases in nitrogen dioxide levels in the air may be linked to increases in heart...
How ancient silver unlocks Viking luxuries and Greek trade secrets
Long ago, Vikings weren't just fierce fighters with beards; they also loved shiny treasures, especially silver.
All over Europe, we find places where Vikings buried...
How old is your dog in human years? Scientists develop better method than ‘multiply...
If there is one myth that has persisted through the years without much evidence, it’s this:
Multiply your dog’s age by seven to calculate how...
AI tool accurately detects heart disease in dogs
Researchers at the University of Cambridge have developed an advanced machine learning algorithm that can accurately detect heart murmurs in dogs.
This breakthrough technology could...
Almost a quarter of all lunar ejecta eventually hits Earth
The Moon's surface is covered by impact craters, ranging from microscopic pits to massive basins over 1,000 kilometres across.
These craters formed primarily during the...
Commercial air travel is safer than ever, says new study
It has never been safer to fly on commercial airlines, according to a new study by an MIT professor that tracks the continued decrease...
Scientists uncover the hidden source of ‘forever chemicals’ in North Carolina
For years, communities in North Carolina have struggled with high levels of PFAS in their water.
PFAS, often called “forever chemicals,” are harmful, man-made substances...