Earth & Environment
Scientists warn honey bees are harming native pollinators in California
While honey bees are often praised for their vital role in pollinating crops, a new study reveals they may be causing serious harm to...
Scientists discover seagull-sized pterosaur in Arizona desert
A team of researchers led by the Smithsonian has discovered the oldest known pterosaur fossil in North America.
Pterosaurs were flying reptiles that lived alongside...
These are the most concerning pieces of space debris
Tens of thousands of pieces of space debris are hurtling around Earth right now.
These defunct satellites, spent rocket stages, collision fragments and even a...
Tiny parasitic worm could help save Chesapeake bay’s blue crabs
A parasitic worm that lives on the eggs of female blue crabs might actually help scientists and fishery managers protect this iconic species in...
Scientists shake 10-story steel building to test earthquake safety—and it passed
In a groundbreaking experiment, engineers have tested the tallest steel-framed building ever placed on an earthquake simulator—and it stood strong.
The 10-story, 100-foot structure was...
New smart sensor could sniff out indoor pollution—and heals itself
Many everyday items in your home—from candles and cleaning sprays to furniture and cosmetics—can release formaldehyde, a colorless, odorless gas that may pose health...
This new concrete eats CO₂ and builds stronger, greener cities
Concrete has helped build civilizations for thousands of years, from ancient pyramids to modern skyscrapers.
But today, it's also a big polluter—responsible for up to...
Chang’e-6 uncovers hidden history of the moon’s mysterious farside
For decades, scientists have wondered why the moon’s two sides are so different.
The side we see from Earth, known as the nearside, is smoother...
Replying to the wrong text could cost you, data security expert says
Don't believe everything you read—especially if it's a text message like these:
"Notice: Your vehicle was identified as having an unpaid toll. Click now...
Are ad blockers backfiring? New study finds they may show you worse ads
Many people use ad blockers to avoid annoying or inappropriate ads while browsing the internet.
But a new study suggests that these tools might not...
Camphor tree compound doubles lifespan of next-gen solar cells
In an exciting development for green energy, scientists have discovered a way to make solar cells both more efficient and longer-lasting using a compound...
The oldest rocks on Earth are more than four billion years old
Earth formed about 4.6 billion years ago, during the geological eon known as the Hadean.
The name “Hadean” comes from the Greek god of the...
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Ray Dalio: How to learn and grow for your success
Raymond Thomas Dalio (born August 8, 1949) is an American billionaire investor and hedge fund manager, who has served as co-chief investment officer of...
How did ‘bird-hipped’ dinosaurs evolve?
Researchers have conducted a new analysis of the origins of ‘bird-hipped’ dinosaurs – the group which includes iconic species such as Triceratops.
They found that...
Early human settlers in western Mediterranean arrived much earlier than thought
A new study led by researchers from the University of South Florida has changed the way we understand the history of human settlement in...
Elon Musk: My view about Tesla competitors in the self-driving car market
The automotive industry is witnessing a rapid evolution of safety features, which is expected to increase exponentially in the coming years to provide a...
A rare small specimen discovered from the age of flying giants
In the age of dinosaurs, not all creatures were as big as we often think!
Scientists have recently found remains of a small flying dinosaur,...
Earth’s ice age meltdown: New study uncovers a rapid, slushy transition from frozen to...
A new study led by Virginia Tech has found that, after the last global ice age, Earth went through a dramatic and rapid melting...
Beyond bread and cereal: What farmers ate 5,000 years ago
The Funnel Beaker Culture, which flourished between 4000 and 2800 BCE in Southern Scandinavia and northern Germany, marks the first era when people in...
How animals get their stripes and spots
Nature has no shortage of patterns, from spots on leopards to stripes on zebras and hexagons on boxfish. But a full explanation for how...