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01-20-2025

Some birds use snake skins in their nests to deter predators

When birds incorporate snake skins into their nests, it’s not just for decoration - it’s...

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Hidden water reservoir discovered beneath the Cascade mountains

01-20-2025

Ant-inspired traffic solutions could improve urban mobility

01-20-2025

Next big solar storm could plunge the world into darkness

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01-20-2025

Animals

Research ship finds sea creature, untouched since dinosaur times, after years of searching

The remote waters of Palau have always carried a sense...

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01-20-2025

Science

New AI framework turns any laptop into a supercomputer

Personal computers often struggle to handle the monumental tasks typically...

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01-20-2025

Plants News

Black gold: The vitamin-packed fruit that regulates blood sugar and blood pressure

Berries from the genus Aronia, often called black chokeberry, are...

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ENVIRONMENT TOP STORIES

01-20-2025

Nearly 100 million Americans exposed to contaminated drinking water

01-20-2025

Critical ocean current may be more stable than previously thought

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01-20-2025

Some creatures eat and transform microplastics into a much bigger threat

01-20-2025

Environment News

How humans are modifying the global water cycle

Recent modifications in the global water cycle are a significant concern, according to a study...

01-19-2025

Environment News

Astonishing glacier retreat in the Arctic signals climate disaster

Scientists have been mapping changes in the Norwegian archipelago of Svalbard, where glaciers are withdrawing...

TRENDING ENVIRONMENTAL TITLES

Thousands of freshwater species are threatened with extinction

Global warming is accelerating beyond control as CO2 levels rise

Mosquitoes bite more often during droughts to stay hydrated

New eDNA tech locates animals in the wild in real-time

New Arctic map shows alarming changes in rapidly warming "hotspots"

SCIENCE TOP STORIES

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01-20-2025

Science

Complex tattoos and body art found on 1,200-year-old Peruvian mummies

For centuries, people have been fascinated by how body art...

01-20-2025

Animals

Australia's deadliest spider is actually three different species

The infamous Sydney funnel-web spider, long considered a single species...

01-20-2025

Lifestyle News

Wage gap starts young: Boys value their worth more than girls

Gender wage gaps aren't just a concern for adults. Recent...

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01-20-2025

Recreating the face of 'Dragon Man,' an ancient human cousin

01-20-2025

Little penguins divorce their partners after bad breeding seasons

01-20-2025

Critical ocean current may be more stable than previously thought

01-20-2025

Bird flu outbreak has killed 20 million chickens in the U.S.

01-20-2025

How humans are modifying the global water cycle

ANIMALS TOP STORIES

STORY OF THE DAY

01-20-2025

Australia's deadliest spider is actually three different species

The infamous Sydney funnel-web spider, long considered a single species with a bite more dangerous...

01-20-2025

Little penguins divorce their partners after bad breeding seasons

01-20-2025

Some creatures eat and transform microplastics into a much bigger threat

01-20-2025

Bird flu outbreak has killed 20 million chickens in the U.S.

LIFESTYLE TOP STORIES

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Nearly 100 million Americans exposed to contaminated drinking water

A new study from the Silent Spring Institute reveals a troubling reality: almost one-third of Americans have been exposed to unregulated contaminants in their drinking water. These harmful chemicals, not...

01-20-2025

Wage gap starts young: Boys value their worth more than girls

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01-19-2025

TikTok videos provide a lifeline to prevent opioid overdoses

01-19-2025

Brain benefits of the Mediterranean diet can be boosted with more greens

01-17-2025

Parents treat their children differently - but do they have a favorite?

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01-17-2025

Experts say this is the best fruit to eat for a healthier liver

01-16-2025

Eating red meat may be putting your brain at risk

Is the temperature inside your home safe for seniors? A new study offers details

Eating enough fiber prevents cancer in a surprising way

Households energy costs can be reduced with simple changes

Stress hormones rise during sleep to prepare your body for the day

PLANTS TOP STORIES

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01-19-2025

Plants News

Early humans had surprising diets 3.5 million years ago

The debate about when our ancestors started eating meat has...

01-17-2025

Plants News

Climate warming alters plant germination and disrupts ecosystem balance

Our world is warming, and ecosystems are shifting in response....

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01-17-2025

Plants News

International plant trade is spreading invasive species and pests

Continental European snakes, geckos, and Italian wall lizards are silently...

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01-17-2025

Robotic insects are here and may be the future of farming and plant pollination

01-17-2025

Experts say this is the best fruit to eat for a healthier liver

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01-17-2025

Domesticating wild plants may result in more resilient crops

01-15-2025

Tree crops: A path to feeding the world and saving the planet

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01-15-2025

New orchid species discovered resembles a small cupcake

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