Earth & Environment
Chimpanzees can think rationally and change their minds like humans, study finds
Chimpanzees may be more like human thinkers than we ever imagined.
A new study published in Science shows that chimpanzees can rationally change their beliefs...
Six new bat species discovered in the forests of the Philippines
Just in time for Halloween, scientists have discovered six new species of bats in the forests of the Philippines.
The discovery highlights how much of...
Six-million-year-old Antarctic ice reveals secrets of a warmer ancient Earth
Scientists have discovered the oldest directly dated ice on Earth—an incredible six million years old—deep in the frozen expanse of East Antarctica.
The ice, along...
Nanotyrannus discovery changes everything we knew about T. rex, study finds
For decades, paleontologists have argued over one mystery: was Nanotyrannus a real species, or just a teenage Tyrannosaurus rex?
Now, a new fossil has finally...
Is your 8K tv a waste of money? Scientists find the true resolution limit...
If you’ve ever wondered whether buying that ultra-expensive 8K television is worth it, scientists now have an answer: probably not.
A new study by researchers...
6 ways to give your dog a richer life, from ‘sniffaris’ to sensory gardens
While we are captivated by a vivid sunset and breathtaking views, dogs have their noses to the ground, reading the odour stories left behind...
Kentucky’s giant salamanders reveal the secret to healthy streams
Deep in Kentucky’s rivers lives one of North America’s most mysterious creatures—the Eastern hellbender.
Growing up to two feet long, this flat, wrinkly salamander has...
Your ZIP code could predict your dementia risk
New research from Wake Forest University School of Medicine reveals something surprising and important: the place where you live could have a big impact...
Bamboo tissue paper isn’t as green as it seems, study finds
Bamboo tissue paper has become a popular choice for eco-conscious shoppers, often marketed as a sustainable and “tree-free” alternative to regular paper.
But new research...
Chimpanzees and bonobos have friendship circles just like humans, study finds
Chimpanzees and bonobos, our closest living relatives, organize their social lives in ways strikingly similar to humans, according to a new international study led...
How hot and cold days can raise heart failure death risk
A new study led by researchers from Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health reveals that both very hot and very cold temperatures can...
Is Halloween more trick than treat? The dangers of overeating sugar, liquorice and sherbet
Trick or treat? Something I won’t be hearing at my own door this Halloween. Myself and the other misers of our village will once...
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Scientists crack Earth’s ancient puzzles, revealing Moon’s birth secrets
Scientists have stumbled upon a fascinating secret deep within our planet that might be linked to the Moon's creation billions of years ago.
In a...
Horses are smarter than we thought: Study reveals their clever tricks
Horses are much smarter than we’ve believed, according to new research.
Scientists at Nottingham Trent University have discovered that horses can quickly adapt to challenges...
Drunk in flight? Some birds may be sipping alcohol daily
Birds that sip nectar or snack on fruit could be getting more than just sugar—they might also be getting a bit of alcohol.
A new...
Climate change will lead to increase in kidney stones
In a new study from Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia, researchers found rising temperatures due to climate change will lead to an increase in cases...
People in these US counties more likely to die from COVID-19, study finds
The partisan divide in the United States throughout the COVID-19 pandemic stretched beyond differences in attitudes about masking, social distancing, and vaccines.
Scientists from the...
New material could capture carbon dioxide using humidity
In a Princeton University lab, researchers have developed a groundbreaking material that can grab carbon dioxide (CO2) from the air by simply using changes...
Scientists discover the secrets of Lost City of the Incas
Machu Picchu is a famous ancient city in the mountains of Peru.
It's a big tourist spot, and many people wonder who used to live...
Flower Power: Lavender oil could boost next-generation batteries
Lavender oil, known for its calming scent, could also play a role in solving energy storage problems.
Researchers at the Max Planck Institute of Colloids...