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Washed ashore "lifeless" on a Jersey beach, a loggerhead sea turtle was discovered by a dog-walker. This January find, 85 miles south of England, sparked a rescue mission.
A new plant-eating dinosaur, Uragasaurus kalasinensis, with a neck as long as a cricket pitch, roamed Thailand 150 million years ago.
Unlock the secret to aging: Scientists pinpoint the molecular switch that dictates when cells permanently stop dividing.
British archaeologists just unearthed a rare Neolithic long enclosure on England's Suffolk coast! Oxford Cotswold Archaeology made the discovery, reported by Heritage Daily.
Students have learned the inductive effect one way for nearly a century. Now, researchers say that explanation may not tell the whole story.
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AI mapped hidden ocean lawns and scientists built a self-replicating cell. The world just got more visible and more buildable. What does it all mean?
Sierra Leone's western chimpanzees face critical threats: habitat loss, deforestation, and illegal trade. For 30 years, Tacugama Chimpanzee Sanctuary has rescued and protected them, with "Pa Willie" at the forefront.
Two 8th-century Buddhist sculptures, looted from Indonesian archaeological sites, have returned home! The Indonesian Consulate in New York celebrated their recovery from an organized trafficking network.
Keiko Fujimori vows to mend Peru's diplomatic rift with Mexico. She aims to restore relations, ending months of tension over Mexico granting asylum to Castillo supporters.
A 150-pound loggerhead sea turtle, tangled in an abandoned anchor, was rescued by the U.S. Coast Guard in Florida. Named Hope, she's now recovering at The Turtle Hospital.
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Five countries hold 70% of global seagrass, yet only 21% is protected. A new high-resolution map reveals this critical imbalance, using satellite imagery and AI to chart seagrass cover.
The Smith family referred to the back part of their property as “the wasteland.” It opens up to the North Fork Toutle River in the U.S. state of Washington, which was swamped with volcanic sediment and runoff from the 1980 eruption of Mount St. Helens. The sediment was further backed up when the U.S...
Forget apples and saffron. Kashmir is cultivating a new fragrant crop, promising a fresh economic bloom beyond its traditional produce.
Under police escort, the 1000-year-old Bayeux Tapestry arrived secretly at London's British Museum Friday. This controversial loan from France was welcomed at 2:48 am by a select crowd.
A Norwegian hobbyist found a "button" near Utstein Abbey. Months later, he realized his dingy discovery was actually a rare, ancient treasure.
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Thailand unveils its first formally named mamenchisaurid! A new long-necked dinosaur, Uragasaurus kalasinensis, was discovered in the Phu Kradung Formation.
Soft lithium dendrites crack hard ceramics in solid-state batteries, causing short circuits. This breakthrough could lead to safer, longer-lasting batteries for EVs and smartphones.
Two ecologists, same river, days of work—yet completely different species lists. Our traditional wildlife measurement methods are absurdly inconsistent, yielding unusable data.
David Chen cultivates over 600 varieties of produce at Zoe's Garden, Layton, Utah. For him, farming isn't just about food; it's about growing resilience and community. "Sustainability is sustaining myself," he says.
Feeling "off" but can't quite explain it? That irritable, flat, unidentifiable funk isn't sickness or stress. It's a specific imbalance, and another wellness tip probably won't fix it.
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Archaeologists may have overidentified olive oil in ancient pottery. Mediterranean soil chemistry could be the surprising culprit.
Flores's long drought may have driven Homo floresiensis and its prey from their cave refuge.
Houston's Museum of Fine Arts just unveiled stunning new acquisitions! From a 17th-century Indian courtly wall hanging to Anicka Yi's animatronic sculptures, discover diverse art spanning centuries.
Bangladesh is set to release a rescued tiger back into the wild—a national first! Forest officials saved the 10-year-old female from a poacher's trap on Jan. 4, providing critical medical care.
Robert Rauschenberg (1925–2008) was protean and prolific, creating an estimated 10,000 works. His expansive vision saw art everywhere, fostering collaboration with other artists.
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A newly discovered Himalayan Happy-Face spider, sporting a mysterious smile, closely resembles Hawaii's iconic species. DNA confirms independent evolution, baffling scientists.
Cows are saving one of Britain's rarest butterflies! The High Brown Fritillary needs bracken and a specific violet to thrive, but only in moderation.
Stars ignite from collapsing prestellar cores—cold, dense gas and dust clouds. Radio telescopes now reveal new insights into this cosmic birth, unraveling long-held mysteries.
What if time isn't fundamental? Birmingham scientists created a "mini-universe" with 24,000 ultracold atoms, showing time can emerge from changes within a quantum system.
Imagine a planet with one side always burning, the other frozen. New research suggests internal heat could circulate, creating stable temperatures and a chance for life.
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A magnetic quantum material naturally exhibits exotic quantum behaviors, previously only seen in complex engineered systems. This breakthrough could revolutionize sensors and quantum devices.
Disney cast members ensure magic, even when things go wrong. When fire erupted on "It's a Small World," they quickly saved the day, as video shows smoke billowing from the ride.
A world-first medical trial saved identical twins Nancy and Margo in the womb. This pioneering procedure treated a rare pregnancy condition, offering hope for future cases.
ESS just unveiled Bridge: a modular sodium-ion battery system. It's a new US-made alternative to lithium-ion, targeting utilities, data centers, and commercial users.
I went completely numb." Neha Tandon recalls reading her son's diagnosis in 2008. "How can a group of people decide what my child will become?" She vowed it would explain, never define, his future.
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A key brain signal may have misled researchers studying movement disorders. This discovery could transform how these conditions are understood and treated.
Sugar isn't just sugar. Scientists found fructose and glucose influence hunger signals differently, even with equal calories.
Karolina Muchova, battling past injuries, ended Coco Gauff's Wimbledon run in a thrilling three-set tie-break semifinal. Muchova's focus secured her victory over the American.
Forget grand gestures. A new study reveals everyday positive experiences, like friendships and travel, shape young lives most. Stress, however, can warp their view of even major events.
The Beatles found inspiration everywhere. From Paul McCartney's dog Martha to Maharishi Mahesh Yogi, real people and animals shaped their catalog—but so did real places, fueling their most iconic lyrics.