Home Geography Page 31

Geography

Scientists discover first evidence of ancient human occupation in giant lava tube cave in...

If you look from above, you can see thousands of stone structures dotting the landscape of the Arabian peninsula. On the ground, you can find...

How European colonization led to the extinction of blue antelope

The blue antelope, known scientifically as Hippotragus leucophaeus, was a unique species that once roamed the plains of southern Africa. With its distinct bluish-gray coat,...

Scientists solve the early medieval money mystery

In a groundbreaking study, researchers have cracked a long-standing puzzle about the origins of silver coins that transformed the European economy during the early...

Unraveling the mystery of the Maduo earthquake: a study in fault dynamics

In the tranquil early hours of May 22, 2021, the serenity of China's remote Maduo County, nestled on the Tibetan Plateau, was shattered by...

A surprising discovery in the ocean: nature’s ingenious nitrogen fixers

For a long time, we've believed that only bacteria had the special ability to grab nitrogen from the air and turn it into something...

Here are the next three total solar eclipses coming up

Millions of people took a trip over to the US or Mexico to try and catch a glimpse of the 2024 total solar eclipse. Whether...

Scientists uncover El Niño’s role in accelerating Antarctica’s ice melt

Antarctica, a colossal landmass blanketed in ice, faces a melting crisis that could reshape the world's coastlines. The continent, nearly twice the size of Australia,...

Scientists solve the mystery of Europe’s giant fossil bones

For many years, scientists have been puzzled by large, ancient bone fragments found across Western and Central Europe. These bones, first discovered in the 19th...

Dinosaurs break the rules: rethinking Bergmann’s law

In the cold, distant reaches of Alaska, nestled within the layers of the Earth's crust, lie secrets that challenge a long-held scientific belief. Bergmann's...

Ancient DNA and bones uncover species migration due to past climate shifts

In the serene landscapes of Nordland, Norway, nestled within a unique cave, scientists have unearthed a treasure trove of ancient animal bones that offer...