Changes in Earth’s crust caused oxygen to fill the atmosphere
New research has uncovered a direct link between changes in the earth's crust three billion years ago and the introduction of free oxygen to...
A solar cell you can put in the wash
Scientists have developed a new type of ultra-thin photovoltaic device, coated on both sides with stretchable and waterproof films, which can continue to provide...
Oil palm firms advance into Leuser rainforest, defying Aceh governor's orders.
The government of Indonesia's Aceh province has banned land clearance for oil palm development inside the Leuser Ecosystem.
However, deforestation is still ongoing as some...
Fuel from waste and electricity?
Researchers have shown that the combination of microbial and electrochemical conversion of biomass can yield valuable products. For the example of corn beer and...
5,000 deaths annually from Diesel-gate in Europe
Excess emissions from diesel cars cause about 5,000 premature deaths annually across Europe, a new study shows. Higher exposure to secondary particles and ozone...
Studies of ‘Crater Capital’ in the Baltics show impactful history
Studies of craters in the Baltics (Estonia) are giving insights into the many impacts that have peppered the Earth over its long history. In...
Devilish source of dust in atmosphere of Earth and Mars
Swirling columns of sand and dust, known as dust devils, are a feature of desert areas on Mars and on Earth. Now, a study...
In a stunning turnaround, Britain moves to end the burning of coal.
Bigger than any medieval castle, with its 12 giant white cooling towers gleaming in the sun, the Drax Power Station dominates the horizon for...
China strengthens climate pledge as White House creates confusion.
China is pledging to accelerate its efforts to reduce greenhouse gas emissions as part of the Paris climate accord as the Trump administration sows...
What if America had a detective agency for disasters?
The commissions are coming. Hurricane season hasn’t ended, but forensics waits for no one, so the after-action reports on Harvey and Irma have to...
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He's given a whole new meaning to "poached eggs."
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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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