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Bharatpur Bird Sanctuary's timeless rhythm captivates in Baiju Patil's photograph, where a snakebird emerges from the water, fish in beak, as a heron stands poised, a fleeting moment distilled from years of preparation.
NASA's Hubble Reveals Largest Found Chaotic Birthplace of Planets Astronomers using NASA's Hubble Space Telescope have imaged the largest protoplanetary disk ever observed circling a young star. For the first time in visible light, Hubble has rev...
Childhood memories of "This Little Piggy" conceal a curious question: Why do humans have five digits on each limb? Tracing the evolutionary origins of our familiar fingers reveals an intriguing story.
Forged by Nature: How Maine Shapes This Artist's Pottery Kelly McEvers: Hanako Nakazato says that when she was a kid, she didn't want to work in pottery. Hanako Nakazato: I grew up in Karatsu, which is known for history of pottery. So when I wa...
Explore the wonders of NASA's Curiosity rover as it navigates the Martian landscape, uncovering scientific secrets and paving the way for future space exploration.
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Shining a light on the critical links between race, food, and equity, Civil Eats has reported on food justice since 2009, highlighting stories that demand a fair, sustainable future for all.
A vibrant orange frog, just over a centimeter long, has been discovered in Brazil's Atlantic Forest, captivating researchers with its miniature size - smaller than an average fingernail.
Across Africa, conservation is a labor question. The work is done by people who walk long hours, sleep badly, and work in dangerous circumstances, often with meager pay.
Clouds Drive Earth's Growing Heat Imbalance More Than Pollution A new study has found that recent changes in air pollution are not the main reason the growing energy imbalance fueling global warming has increased. Instead, the researchers discove...
Beneath the ocean's surface, a hidden world teeters on the edge of irreversible change as deep-sea mining trials uncover localized biodiversity loss in one of Earth's last frontiers.
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Forget email and texting - Australia's wombats have a unique way of communicating: through their poop. New research reveals these marsupials use their distinctive scat to relay messages across their territory.
Genetics resolve a long dispute New research led by scientists at Penn State Beaver now offers the first genetic evidence that at least two distinct ramp species exist. They published their results recently in PLOS One. "There has only been o...
A revolutionary optical AI chip promises to shatter energy barriers, powering next-gen generative models at unprecedented speeds. Yet, this breakthrough remains confined to the lab - for now.
Becky Sigwright's coastal visits as a child sparked a lifelong passion, despite her landlocked upbringing. Discover how the ocean's allure transformed this unexpected seafarer.
A transformative $20 million gift from the Leinweber Foundation has birthed the Leinweber Institute for Theoretical Physics at Harvard, poised to revolutionize fundamental physics research and collaboration.
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At 75, Hasta Bahadur Sathighare Magar vividly recalls the once-barren slopes above his Nepali village, now transformed by a thriving forest. This remarkable restoration has revived the land and his spirit.
The holiday season can spark envy as we see other moms' flawless decor and photos. But Korie Robertson has a heartwarming message for the "type B" moms who feel they fall short.
Fossils hold secrets of ancient life - from diseases to diets. Preserved molecules in old bones unlock insights into the climates and creatures of bygone eras.
NASA's Carruthers mission will capture Earth's mysterious exosphere, unveiling insights into space weather, atmospheric escape, and the potential for planetary habitability.
A young boy's mysterious disappearance in Indonesian Borneo captivated an entire village, as he claimed spirits from a towering fig tree had lured him away, evading his mother's desperate search.
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Discover the hopeful pathways revealed in this year's must-read books for educators, exploring nature, neurodiversity, and the transformative power of language, voice, and connection.
Hyundai's biggest EV yet takes center stage at Brussels, signaling the brand's electric ambitions for Europe. The new model boasts 800V charging, leading Hyundai's 2026 EV roadmap.
Lights, camera, action! Discover the 20 most popular Greater Good articles of 2025, plus our staff's top 10 hidden gems. Prepare to be inspired by 14 films that showcase humanity's best.
A missing brain lipid's restoration may calm overactive blood vessels and revive healthy blood flow, unveiling a new path to treat dementia.
The future of New York's iconic Met Museum hangs in the balance as over 1,000 workers fight to unionize, with Mayoral-Elect Zohran Mamdani lending his support. The decisive vote looms on January 13-15, 2026.
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Guardians of the planet, yet sidelined: Indigenous and local communities lead conservation efforts worldwide, despite barriers in global governance.
Chocolate cake or holiday decor - Martha Stewart's empire was built on sharing her secrets. But her latest tip may surprise even her most devoted fans.
In 1975, Minneapolis made history as the first city to adopt a trans-inclusive LGBTQ+ non-discrimination ordinance, a pioneering move still lacking federal protections today.
Soaring 160 meters above Nepal's Bhotekoshi River, the country's first bungee jump site challenges all who dare. Now, one Nepali woman with a disability has conquered its thrilling heights.
Building the First Aircraft at Wright Brothers' Site Since 1903 One hundred twenty-two years ago, in 1902, the Wright Brothers made history by performing the first controlled, sustained, powered flight at Kitty Hawk, North Carolina. Last Wednesda...
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In the quarter century that humans have lived and worked aboard the International Space Station, astronauts and visitors from around the world have celebrated countless holidays more than 250 miles above Earth while traveling 17,500 miles per hour. C...
Featuring a wide range of styles, characters, and jokes, spanning from relatable to absurd, we're back with a fresh collection of Jim Benton's comics. As the artist previously shared, there will always be people who either love what you do or hate it...
The pandemic had a massive impact on the way we see our lives, and many of us had to make the shift to working or schooling remotely. Constantly sitting at the same desk or looking at the same wall can leave us feeling sick and tired. No wonder so ma...
CEO Shares 5 Things He's 'Sick' of Hearing from His Staff Rob Dance, the CEO of ROCK, a technology consulting company in the UK, recently went viral for posting about his approach to work-life balance on Instagram. What appeared to be a CEO repri...
"So Ugly": 61 Times Little Kids Left Their Parents' Jaws Hanging With Some Spicy Roasts We may have posted our epic burns for 2025, but that list was apparently incomplete. We failed to include the young kids who adorably roasted their parents an...
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The people I write about are often described as conservationists, scientists, activists, or defenders. Those labels are accurate, but incomplete. What unites them is not a profession so much as a posture: they stood between something living and the f...
Longer, Thinner Plane Wings Tested for Smoother Ride and Fuel Savings NASA and Boeing are testing longer, thinner wings that can provide a smoother plane ride while saving fuel. These wings are a revolutionary design for commercial aircraft, but ...
Ask Kids This Basic Question to Instantly Make Them More Cooperative Raising kids can be a frustrating experience, no matter how rewarding it may also be. Sometimes, it can feel like half of parenting is repeating yourself over and over again, as...
Keith Urban Spreads Christmas Cheer with Special Visit to Children's Hospital With Christmas just days away, country star Keith Urban wanted to spread some holiday cheer for children staying in a Nashville hospital. The 58-year-old singer stopped...
As a mother of five, Joanna Gaines has had a lot to juggle as an uber-successful entrepreneur. But with the help of her husband, Chip Gaines, they've raised a very close and loving family. Joanna shared the moment her daughter Ella returned home from...