Ancient DNA in Oceania reveals hidden human evolution and health insights
A vast stretch of islands across the South Pacific holds one of the oldest human stories on Earth.…
New fossil discovery explains the disappearance of the Flores ‘Hobbits’ 61,000 years ago
In a cave on the Indonesian island of Flores, a tiny human relative once lived alongside dwarf elephants,…
New Triassic fossil reveals bird-like reptile related to crocodiles
More than 200 million years ago, life on Earth was experimenting with new forms. The Triassic period gave…
New global atlas reveals where rare Earth elements form deep inside Earth
A new global study is offering a clearer view of how some of the world’s most valuable mineral…
Social living linked to longer lifespan in humans and other mammals
Life in the wild often comes down to survival, and for many species, survival depends on others. A…
Why some cucumbers stay green while others turn yellow
Cucumber peel color can decide whether a fruit looks fresh, desirable, and worth buying. In many markets, especially…
Apes and humans share an ancient laughter rhythm dating back 15 million years
A laugh can feel spontaneous, messy, almost impossible to pin down. But deep inside that burst of sound,…
AI and quantum computers revolutionize discovery of quantum materials
A quiet transformation is unfolding in the way scientists design the materials that power modern technology. From faster…
Sloth genome study reveals how ‘jumping genes’ shape metabolism
Deep within tropical forests, sloths move at a pace that seems almost frozen in time. Their slow movements,…
Retro video game therapy helps stroke survivors regain arm movement
A familiar challenge follows many stroke survivors long after the emergency has passed. The ability to move an…
New analysis finds signs of life on Mars actually came from Earth
A pair of stubborn molecules, prized because they can survive deep time, just passed an important Mars test…
Kyawthuite is Earth’s rarest mineral — only one specimen has ever been found
The world’s rarest mineral does not look especially imposing at first glance. It is a faceted orange gem,…