New species of early human found in the Philippines
Researchers have uncovered the remains of a new species of human in the Philippines, proving the region played a key role in hominin evolutionary...
Evolution from water to land led to better parenting
The evolution of aquatic creatures to start living on land made them into more attentive parents, says new research on frogs.
Unusual phenomenon in clouds triggers lightning flash
In a first-of-its-kind observation, researchers have documented a unique event that occurs in clouds before a lightning flash happens. Their observation, called 'fast negative...
Yukon warmest it has been in 13,600 years
A study uses new research techniques to reveal alarming information about climate change in Canada's north. A study confirms that recent climate warming in...
Cherokee inscriptions in Alabama cave interpreted
For the first time, a team of scholars and archaeologists has recorded and interpreted Cherokee inscriptions in Manitou Cave, Alabama. These inscriptions reveal evidence...
Simultaneous heatwaves caused by anthropogenic climate change
Without the climate change caused by human activity, simultaneous heatwaves would not have hit such a large area as they did last summer.
Hurricane Harvey provides lessons learned for flood resiliency plans
Scientists used satellite data to map the Houston-Galveston area impacted by Hurricane Harvey to understand why the flooding was so severe and widespread.
How much nature is lost due to higher yields?
The exploitation of farmland is being intensified with a focus to raising yields. The degree to which yields actually increase as a result and...
Green roofs could reduce indoor air pollution
Green roofs -- roofs that are planted with vegetation -- may improve the indoor air quality of commercial buildings by cutting the amount of...
Reducing greenhouse gases while balancing demand for meat
Humans' love for meat could be hurting the planet. Many of the steps involved in the meat supply chain result in greenhouse gas emissions....
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Gorillas, rhinos, lions and more will soon become extinct without immediate action
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Named for 'el diablo' himself, a new and extremely rare orchid species reveals a wicked heart.
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He's given a whole new meaning to "poached eggs."
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Rare blindcat found in US, could prove water-filled caves connect Texas and Mexico
The extremely rare cave-dwelling albino fish with no eyes, the Mexican blindcat, has previously only been known to exist in Mexico.
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