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04-19-2024
Early humans lived in lava tubes in the scorching Arabian deserts
The deserts of Saudi Arabia are home to a unique kind of treasure: caves and lava tubes. These natural formations were created by the intense heat from volcanic eruptions long ago. Today, these lava tubes offer insights into the lives of the early humans who managed to survive and thrive in this harsh landscape. Conducted by Griffith University's Australian Research Centre for Human Evolution (ARCHE), this remarkable research focuses on one such site, the Umm Jirsan cave. The study highlights new evidence of ancient human activities. It...
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03-22-2023
Global water crisis could spiral out of control
On this year’s World Water Day – an annual celebration...
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03-22-2023
Sea otters killed by lethal strain of Toxoplasma 
An unusual parasite strain that has killed at least four...
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03-22-2023
New evidence that Covid-19 spilled over from animals
During the past three years, the origins of the Covid-19...
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03-22-2023
Sweet snacks rewire the brain to prefer unhealthy food
In a new study led by the Max Planck Institute...
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03-22-2023
Is beer more stable in cans or bottles?
Since the flavor of beer begins to change as soon...
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03-22-2023
Rising temperatures increase pesticide toxicity in bees
Some pesticides – particularly a class called neonicotinoids – are...
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03-22-2023
Space dust may contain signs of extraterrestrial life
After massive collisions, such as asteroid impacts, some materials from...
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03-22-2023
Fisheries endanger South American seals
A new study published in the journal Mammal Review has...
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03-21-2023
Urban gardens promote biodiversity and human well-being
Until recently, scientists have assumed that cultivating food leads to...
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03-21-2023
Human activity impacts 97 percent of the world's coastline
Human activities are placing major strain on coastal areas across...
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03-21-2023
International Day of Forests: Green spaces reduce health risks
Forests and green spaces reduce human health risks on a...
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03-21-2023
Hummingbirds have evolved to survive harsh environments 
Experts at Washington University in St. Louis are describing how...
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