Earth & Environment

Ancient Monsoons Created a Spectacular Dinosaur Fossil Site

Around 80 million years ago, a stretch of tropical coastline in what is now northeastern Italy was lashed by monsoon rains and tropical cyclones. Those...

Ancient marine animals began living in empty shells 470 million years ago

Around 470 million years ago, life in Earth's oceans took an important evolutionary step when marine animals began moving into empty seashells for the...

Why handheld fans are not cool for the planet

Portable handheld fans are now often stacked beside chewing gum and vapes at supermarket checkouts and discount stores, available for less than £10. Once mainly...

Archaeologists discover spectacular Roman mosaic hidden beneath English farmland

Archaeologists have uncovered an impressive Roman villa beneath farmland in Devon, southwest England, revealing a colorful mosaic floor, a luxurious bathhouse, and a collection...

Where do the world’s biggest diamonds come from

Some of the most extraordinary gems ever found belong to a rare class of diamonds known as CLIPPIRs (Cullinan-like, Large, Inclusion-Poor, Pure, Irregular, Resorbed). They...

Hidden underground clues could help predict dangerous wildfires before they start

When people think about wildfire danger, they usually focus on hot weather, dry air, and strong winds. But researchers believe another important warning sign may...

Scientists identify the rare “oddball” space rock that wiped out the dinosaurs

Scientists have uncovered new clues about the giant space rock that slammed into Earth 66 million years ago and triggered one of the biggest...

Doctors Warn That Smoke and Heat Together Can Be Deadly for the Heart

Doctors are warning that two environmental hazards are becoming a dangerous combination for heart health. Wildfire smoke drifting across large areas and record-breaking summer heat...

Moon’s far side keeps a hidden record of how Earth slows the solar wind

For billions of years, the moon has been constantly bombarded by the solar wind—a stream of charged particles flowing outward from the sun. Scientists have...

Spain completely dominates Argentina in one‑sided World Cup final

Spain’s victory in this morning’s FIFA World Cup final confirmed what many have long believed: soccer is a team sport, and in the end,...

Driving the speed limit could save Americans billions every year, new study finds

Simply driving at the posted speed limit could save Americans billions of dollars in fuel costs while cutting greenhouse gas emissions, according to a...

Cultural Activities May Help Your Body Stay Younger, Study Suggests

Getting older is something everyone experiences, but people do not all age at the same speed. Two people who are both 70 years old...

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What Chornobyl dogs can tell us about survival in contaminated environments

The two groups of dogs, one at the site of the former Chornobyl reactors and another 16.5 km away in Chornobyl City, had significant genetic differences between them, indicating that these are two distinct populations that rarely interbreed.

Air pollution may harm your cognitive function

Recently, scientists have found that air pollution could harm not only our physical health but also mental functions. One study from Beijing Normal University in...

Human-following robots can boost health aging for older adults

A study conducted by Newcastle University researchers shows that human-following robots have the potential to support the mobility and well-being of older adults. Published in...

Chimpanzee males court friends in high places

Have you ever wondered if animals have social hierarchies like humans do? In a fascinating new study by scientists at Arizona State University, it turns...

Putin raised Russia’s nuclear forces alert status. What does that mean?

Russian President Vladimir Putin, who warned that countries who interfere with his invasion of Ukraine will face “consequences you have never seen,” recently ordered...

Scientists find that more parenting effort can lead to shorter lifespan

A new study has found that animals that put more energy into having and supporting offspring may age faster and live shorter lives. The research,...
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Daily happiness can bring high stock returns: evidence from international markets

In traditional financial theory, the stock price is determined by supply and demand in the stock market. However, recent studies have shown that investor sentiment...

Your tires may be broadcasting your movements without you knowing

A safety feature found in most modern cars could also be quietly exposing drivers to tracking, according to new research from the IMDEA Networks...