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The ozone hole over the South Pole has expanded to an unprecedented 26 million square kilometers, making it three times the size of Brazil. This alarming development has caught the…

In the blink of a geological eye, nearly 600 million years ago, a massive ice age radically altered the planet’s climate, resulting in a “Snowball Earth,” also known as the...

Posted on Sep 2, 2018 in Biology, Climate Change, Environmental, Science A global study on dramatic changes to Earth’s vegetation as it emerged from the last ice age and temperatures...

NASA’s Curiosity rover has revealed new evidence showing how Mars transitioned from a potentially habitable planet with vast bodies of liquid water to the cold, dry desert we see today.…

A colossal meteorite impact 3.26 billion years ago may have been catastrophic, but recent research suggests it also helped early microbial life on Earth thrive. This event, known as the…

Scientists have recorded the most extreme rogue wave ever measured in the Pacific Ocean, shattering previous records and challenging our understanding of these rare maritime phenomena. This colossal wall of…

In the heart of Siberia, a colossal geological formation known as the "Gateway to Hell" continues to expand at an alarming rate. This massive crater, officially called the Batagay Crater,…

In a startling development, scientists have discovered an invasive red dwarf bee colony for the first time in Europe. This alarming find, revealed on August 21, 2024, has sent shockwaves…

In the heart of Australia's Marineland Melanesia, a remarkable creature resides - Henry, the world's oldest crocodile. This living legend has captivated visitors and researchers alike with his impressive statistics...

A new study has found that the COVID-19 lockdowns on Earth led to a surprising drop in the Moon’s nighttime temperature. Researchers suggest that reduced human activity during the pandemic…

The Soyuz MS-26 mission successfully launched from the Baikonur Cosmodrome in Kazakhstan on September 11, 2024, carrying a multinational crew to the International Space Station (ISS). This mission, a collaboration...

A team of paleontologists has made a remarkable discovery—a new species of extinct walrus-like mammal named Ontocetus posti. This species, which lived approximately 5.3 million years ago during the Pliocene...

Researchers have made a groundbreaking discovery at the 12,000-year-old archaeological site of Göbekli Tepe in southern Turkey, uncovering what is believed to be the world's oldest solar calendar. This ancient...

Recently discovered massive sinkholes in China, known as tiankeng, are revealing unique and pristine ecosystems that have remained largely undisturbed by human activities. These sinkholes, some over 300 meters deep,...

NASA has awarded SpaceX a $112.7 million contract to provide launch services for the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration’s (NOAA) Joint Polar Satellite System (JPSS) 4 mission. This mission is...

Japan has successfully launched the Advanced Land Observing Satellite-4 (ALOS-4), also known as Daichi-4, using its new flagship H3 rocket. This launch marks a significant achievement for the Japan Aerospace...

The GOES-U weather satellite, the fourth and final member of NOAA’s next-generation GOES-R series, is scheduled for launch today aboard a SpaceX Falcon Heavy rocket. This launch marks a significant...

China has successfully launched a new set of four high-resolution remote sensing satellites, enhancing its capabilities in Earth observation and data collection. The launch marks another milestone in China's ambitious...

Starlink, Elon Musk's SpaceX satellite arm, warned on Saturday of "degraded service" as the Earth was hammered by the largest geomagnetic storm caused by solar activity in more than two...

Today’s stories range from RNA “evolution” breakthrough offers new clues on the origins of life to Elon Musk could spawn the first post-humans to a whales’ tale of climate change...

New research has shown that iron (Fe) can catalyze metabolic reactions without enzymes. Findings suggest that the abundant metal might have played a key role in early biochemistry before enzymes...

Posted on Apr 22, 2019 in Climate Change, Science “Venus is like Earth in so many ways,” explained Stephen Hawking, who is now buried in Westminster Abbey next to Issac...

Posted on Mar 6, 2019 in Evolution, Science Dinosaurs were unaffected by long-term climate changes and flourished before their sudden demise by asteroid strike at the end of the Cretaceous...

Posted on Feb 24, 2019 Humans are the only species on our planet that has contemplated the most minute reaches of the fabric of space, the origins of the cosmos,...

“Marine mammals, such as manatees or bottlenose dolphins, are sentinel species—the canary in the coal mine,” says Nathan Clark,  associate professor in Pitt’s Department of Computational and Systems Biology, and...

Posted on Oct 9, 2018 in Biology, Climate Change, Environmental, Science “If the rate of sea ice loss and warming continues unmitigated, what is going to happen to polar bear...

Posted on May 16, 2018 in NASA, Solar System, Technology NASA’s Voyager 1 took a classic portrait of Earth from several billion miles away in 1990. Now a class of...

In a groundbreaking discovery, scientists have found an innovative way to repurpose coffee grounds, potentially revolutionizing waste management and the construction industry. This remarkable breakthrough not only addresses the pressing…

Chinese researchers have developed lunar bricks made from simulated lunar soil that are more than three times stronger than conventional building materials. These bricks, designed for future moon base construction,…

SpaceX achieved a major milestone on October 13, 2024, with the successful launch and landing of its Starship rocket during its fifth test flight. For the first time, the massive…

NASA is eagerly anticipating SpaceX’s upcoming fifth test flight of Starship, which could take place as soon as October 13, pending FAA approval. The flight is crucial to the development…

The Antarctic ice shelf has long been a subject of fascination for scientists and environmentalists alike. Recently, an extraordinary phenomenon has captured the attention of researchers worldwide - the peculiar…

Alzheimer's disease has long been associated with the accumulation of beta-amyloid plaques in the brain. However, a groundbreaking study published in Cell Reports Medicine on August 9, 2024, challenges this…

The Three Gorges Dam, a colossal structure spanning the Yangtze River in China's Hubei province, has long been a subject of fascination and scientific inquiry. This engineering marvel, completed in...

In a stunning turn of events, South Africa's wildlife reserves experienced an unprecedented snowfall that caught both animals and humans off guard. Lions, giraffes, and zebras found themselves in a...

The widespread consumption of bottled water has serious environmental and health consequences that are often overlooked. While convenient, its negative impacts far outweigh the perceived benefits. Read on to discover…

In a groundbreaking study, scientists have uncovered an extraordinary genetic link between ancient and modern populations in South Africa. This discovery challenges our understanding of human migration patterns and genetic...

A recent study suggests that nearby supernovae may have played a key role in shaping the evolution of life on Earth. Researchers from UC Santa Cruz discovered deposits of iron…

NASA’s Perseverance rover has discovered a striking black-and-white striped rock on Mars, named Freya Castle, which features patterns unlike anything previously seen on the planet. Captured in September 2024, the…

The Three Gorges Dam, China's colossal hydroelectric marvel, stands as a testament to human engineering prowess. This massive structure, spanning the Yangtze River in Hubei Province, not only generates enormous...

A recent study by researchers from the University of Wurzburg has revealed astonishing new data about the global ant population, challenging previous estimates. The findings offer a fresh perspective on…

NASA researchers have succeeded in recreating the strange "spider-like" formations observed on the surface of Mars, offering the most concrete explanation to date for these peculiar features. The formations, called...

As climate change accelerates, the melting of Antarctica's ice is not just raising sea levels—it is also causing the continent itself to rise. This uplifting of the landmass is a...

In the icy depths of the Arctic Ocean, a centuries-old mystery swims silently. The Greenland shark (Somniosus microcephalus), a fascinating creature that can live for over 400 years, continues to...

Rocket Lab successfully launched an Earth-observing radar satellite for Capella Space on August 11, 2024, marking the company's 10th mission of the year and its 52nd orbital mission overall. The...

Recent discoveries of fossils beneath Greenland's ice sheet have unveiled critical insights into historical climate conditions, suggesting a higher vulnerability to melting than previously understood. These findings have profound implications...

Recent research indicates that a decline in visual sensitivity can serve as an early warning sign for dementia, potentially predicting the condition up to 12 years before a formal diagnosis....

Recent studies have provided new insights into the genetic mechanisms that enabled early humans to adapt to colder climates after their migration out of Africa. Researchers have identified a specific...

Recent studies have revealed that the Great Salt Lake, a critical natural landmark, is becoming an unexpected source of significant greenhouse gas emissions as it continues to shrink. This phenomenon,...

NASA has announced the cancellation of its VIPER (Volatiles Investigating Polar Exploration Rover) mission, which aimed to explore the south pole of the moon in search of water ice. The...