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Researchers used DNA from modern and century-old museum specimens to identify seven new species of Madagascar’s elusive diamond frogs, revealing hidden diversity that could inform conservation efforts as forest habitats …
Researchers report that some West African chimpanzees repeatedly throw rocks at particular trees, creating stone piles that persist for years. The behavior may be cultural and could serve as communication …
A two-decade study of 400,000 students found that children who attended public pre-K earned better grades and test scores through high school than peers in other childcare settings, with better-trained …
A new anthology of eco poetry from black and brown British writers, sparked by a viral question about the absence of diverse nature voices, is reshaping the genre amid the …
Researchers are learning how human brain tissue can resist decay for thousands of years, a discovery that could reshape how ancient remains are studied and understood.
Scientists identified iron-rich nanospheres in the mineral-laden brine that feeds Antarctica's Blood Falls, shedding new light on the waterfall's red color and the hidden subglacial environment that creates it.
Researchers found odor-detecting receptors on moth wings, indicating the insects may sense chemical cues in the air while flying.
A growing body of research indicates that regular sauna use could help people adapt to extreme heat, potentially offering a way to prepare for heatwaves. Scientists are investigating whether heat …
Researchers have identified a potential clue that may help prevent age-related muscle loss, according to a new study. The finding opens possibilities for future treatments targeting muscle aging.
A new perspective in the search for extraterrestrial intelligence suggests that non-technological, non-biological artifacts like bread may indicate the presence of an intelligent civilization, broadening the scope of what scientists …
Meghan Markle, the Duchess of Sussex, made a guest appearance as a judge on MasterChef Australia, during which her husband, Prince Harry, surprised contestants with a FaceTime call. Meghan described …
A pilot study finds that limiting food intake to a nine-hour window and avoiding meals four hours before bedtime may improve problem-solving skills in older women with excess weight.
Spurs travel to New Zealand for a summer friendly against Auckland FC. Here are the broadcast details and what to expect from the match.
A new investigation has identified four distinct groups of thinkers: those preoccupied with global issues, household chores and finances, mind and body, or a combination of work and pleasure. The …
Researchers have proposed a new explanation for why the Sun contains far less silver than predicted by standard models, suggesting that silver may be locked in the Sun's interior or …
Researchers off Dominica discovered that sperm whales change the structure of their clicking sounds when vessels are nearby, a finding that could help predict ship presence and inform conservation efforts.
A new study finds that a 20-year slowdown in Arctic sea ice melt has ended with the largest winter decline on record, indicating the previous trend was temporary.
Researchers warn that artificial intelligence tools used to detect signs of extraterrestrial life may produce unreliable results, urging caution and rigorous validation before AI-driven discoveries are accepted.
Researchers have identified a new species of Colobus monkey in the Democratic Republic of Congo, marking only the fifth new monkey species found in Africa in 75 years.
Scientists have successfully recovered ancient human DNA from cave wall sediments, a breakthrough that allows genetic analysis of past human populations without requiring skeletal remains.
