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Scientists find giant viruses on Greenland ice. Here's why this is actually a very good thing

Researchers find giant viruses that may regulate algae growth, potentially reducing ice melt.

The Evolution of Carrot Colors: A Genetic and Cultural Odyssey

From ancient Arab cultivators to Dutch breeders, the history of carrots spans continents and centuries, transforming this humble root into a global culinary staple.

The surprising reason why giraffes have long necks — it's not just for eating tall branches

New study reveals the driving evolutionary forces behind giraffes' necks

May 2024 is the 12th consecutive month with record-high temperatures

We're entering unprecedented territory more and more.

The surprising history of cat domestication: They were not so late to Europe after all

Recent discoveries push back the arrival of domesticated cats in Europe by thousands of years.

We finally know why male anglerfish evolved into sex parasites

Sexual parasitism is wild. Here is how it works for anglerfish.

US Renewable energy: over $80 billion a year in health and climate benefits

People focus on the difficulties and challenges. But it's important to acknowledge when something is working.

Crows can count to four, similar to toddlers. And they do it aloud

Research reveals crows' counting abilities match those of young children.

We need to make electric cars noisier. Otherwise, they can be dangerous to pedestrians

Electric cars may be twice as likely to hit pedestrians because they're harder to hear. But it may not just be the cars themselves.

The South Pole is entirely powered by diesel. This energy system could cut its use by 95%

The proposed hybrid energy system could make Antarctica largely diesel-free while saving money in the long-run.

Cows can be excellent therapy animals. But they seem to prefer women over men

Cuddling with cows provides a unique and powerful boost to emotional well-being. It's a fresh take on animal-assisted therapy.

Whales replicate "mythical" behavior described in ancient manuscripts

The technique is thought to have contributed to myths about sea monsters.

Over 30% of world's electricity now comes from renewables

Even though demand for electricity rises, the share of renewable energy is increasing.

How a lizard tail inspired a new building system that sheds parts to escape catastrophic collapse

How a trick used by lizards can help us make safer buildings.

Earth’s gateway to hell is expanding fast. Should you worry?

Climate change is testing the limits of the world's largest permafrost crater.

Scientists achieve over 1,000 degrees Celsius with solar power alone rather than fossil fuels. A game changer for heavy industries?

Solar power could replace fossil fuels in high-heat industries like steel and cement manufacturing.

Crab museum crowns the world's best "crabby" jokes

Several jokes were disqualified for "scientific inaccuracy," said organizers — "and rather a lot for lewdness."

Making cement and bricks out of the gemstone olivine could cut CO2 emissions by 11 percent

Cement and clay bricks could be replaced with olivine-based alternatives.

The summer of 2023 was the warmest in 2,000 years

It's hot and it's about to get even hotter.

Meet Mammoth, the world’s largest vacuum that now sucks thousands of tons of carbon out of the air

We'll need many more such Mammoths if we're serious about climate change.

Scientists make 'living plastic' with bacterial spores that could put an end to forever plastic pollution

The bacterial spores are incorporated into the bulk plastic. Interestingly, this plastic is more durable and flexible, mirroring the way rebar reinforces concrete.

Can Bitcoin's latest halving usher in a greener future for mining?

After the halving, there are good reasons to believe Bitcoin's notoriously unsustainable mining could be turned around.

Venezuela has become the first country to lose all its glaciers

No more "eternal snows" in Venezuela.

Talking whales? AI reveals a complex language hidden in sperm whale clicks

AI reveals that sperm whale clicks form a complex language, not all that different from human speech

London just built a massive sewage tunnel to clean up its poop problem

The tunnel is large enough to fit three buses side by side.

Drone with solar cells flies on sunshine

Meet Solar Hopper, an autonomous drone that uses 24 perovskite solar cells to recharge. It also looks mighty cool!

Raku's remedy: An orangutan crafted medicine to heal itself -- and it worked

Humans are not the only creatures who make medicine to treat themselves.

Very rare marsupial mole sighted in Australia. It's so tiny it fits between your fingers

Tiny and living in the desert, this mole is one of the most elusive mammals of Australia.

Why can't pandas get it on? The answer may lie in their intestines

New study links panda reproductive issues to specific gut microbes.

Europe is sitting on a mountain of metal waste. But the EU has a plan to exploit it

Waste from the production of aluminium, nickel and other industrial materials offers the EU an opportunity to advance its recycling goals.

Emotional toll of stolen dogs mirrors loss of loved one

A new study finds the emotional impact of dog theft is like losing a family member.

Scientists just cloned two endangered ferrets using frozen cells from 1988

North America's rarest mammal is facing the threat of extinction. Can these cloned animals save this species?

Hidden "ghost roads" are destroying tropical forests

Researchers have found over a million kilometers of roads that don't show up on official maps. These 'ghost roads' are often used by smugglers and poachers to access pristine forests.

Researchers want to clean up oil spills with laser-treated cork

Scientists just uncorked a very useful new material.

Climate change may shrink the global economy by 19% by 2049. The decline could reach 60% if no action is taken

The world economy faces significant losses if carbon emissions are not curbed.

Crab spiders cooperate to camouflage themselves as a flower

A male and a female crab spider worked together to mimic a flower.

Why fruit-eating birds are critical to restoring our dying forests

When birds are restricted, they are not able to spread seeds. This brings a serious decline in the amount of carbon a forest recovers.

Can artificial snow save ski resorts amid the hottest winters on record?

Ski season is shortening with every passing year, and most ski resorts around the world now rely on artificial snow to stay in business.

The oceans are getting so hot it's harming octopus vision

The oceans are becoming one big soup.

Duck with missing bill will receive a 3D prosthetic made by Texas students

The sweet duck will be able to feed and take care of herself better once the procedure is complete.

Extinct fox was kept as pet by South American hunter-gatherers 1,500 years ago

Archaeologists uncover an ancient human-fox companionship in South America, challenging our notions of early domestication.

First 'double cicada' event in more than two centuries will see trillions of cicadas emerge this spring. This map shows where

This is going to be wild!

Finally, some good news from the Amazon: Brazil and Colombia reduce deforestation

This goes to show that if politicians really want to, they can protect the rainforests.

More than 80% of global carbon emissions are produced by only 57 corporate and state entities

A landmark climate report found that the world's major emitters grew their carbon footprint since the Paris Agreement.

This couple's farm wasn't generating any profits. Then, they turned it into a wildland

22 years ago, a couple switched from modern farming to wildland farming. Here is how this decision transformed the lives of many life forms.

There's an outbreak of bird flu in cattle. Here's what you need to know

Bird flu has begun to infect dairy cows in the US. It's the first time time this has happened, and it poses tough questions.

Feathered and fabulous: photographers show the overlooked beauty of chickens

Chickens are natural models. Don't believe it? Here are some cool chicken photos that will convince you.

Melting polar ice is changing Earth's rotation and slowing down time. Here's how this will affect the leap second

Climate change is now altering how we keep time.

Is python meat a sssustainable alternative to industrial meat from farm animals?

Pythons can provide large volumes of high-protein meat, and with a lower carbon footprint. So, would you like to try some?

Feel the burn: Texas heat index rises three times faster than temperatures

The real feel of summers is hotter than ever due to climate change.

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