Were you a dinosaur lover growing up? Perhaps you still are, with a real-life Jurassic Park (perhaps without the tragic part) is a secret dream of yours. If so, you’re in luck – sort of. Scientists have figured out how to do “reverse evolution” with birds, the descendants of dinosaurs. In fact, in 2016, they...

For nature and animal lovers, it’s no great revelation that people don’t always treat other animals with the kindness and respect they deserve. However, as more information becomes readily available, we’ve all learned more about how animals have been treated. Furthermore, we’re learning how that treatment has impacted the way they interact with humans, including...

Although humans fight to protect endangered species, sometimes they fight for themselves — and each other. In South Africa Kruger National Parks, a breeding herd of elephants trampled a suspected rhino poacher to death. The deceased and his two accomplices had accidentally stumbled upon the herd and immediately regretted it.  Herd of elephants trampled a poacher...

Do plants talk to each other? After all, other non-human organisms seem to communicate, so why not plants? A couple of scientists have discovered that perhaps some plants do communicate with each other (perhaps being the keyword here). Instead of communicating via sounds, however, they do so by sending electric plant signals back and forth...

Uranus was the first planet discovered with a telescope but many secrets surround this tilting planet with its thin rings and 27 moons. But this year, it was selected as a top target for further exploration. NASA plans to launch a new probe to this ice giant in the 2030s. Only one spacecraft has ever...

SeaWorld is an American theme park well-known for its marine animal shows. However, it’s also well-known for orca attacks and controversies. A documentary called Blackfish created negative press around the park and its animal treatment, leading to 2016, when SeaWorld announced the end of their in-park orca breeding program. Hopefully, this will mean the end...

In an extraordinary archaeological find, Israeli researchers have confirmed the discovery of a 3,800-year-old scarlet-red textile in the Judean Desert. The biblical artifact dates back to the Middle Bronze Age. This revelation, published in the Journal of Archaeological Science, sheds new light on ancient dyeing techniques and trade networks. The artifact was unearthed in 2016...

When Ron Garan, a former NASA astronaut, spent 178 days in space, he experienced a profound cognitive shift known as the ‘overview effect.’ This phenomenon, common among astronauts, involves a feeling of awe and a realization of the interconnectedness of all life on Earth. Garan’s time on the International Space Station (ISS) gave him a...

Archaeologists have recently uncovered significant findings in Zanoah, a location mentioned in the Old Testament, shedding light on the ancient Bible story of Moses leading the Israelites to the Promised Land. The artifacts discovered offer potential evidence supporting the historical context of the Exodus.1 Historical Background Zanoah, situated in the Promised Land or Canaan, is...

In an extraordinary paleontological discovery, scientists have uncovered a remarkably well-preserved dinosaur face fossil that includes intact skin. This find provides an unprecedented look into the appearance and biology of these ancient creatures. The fossil, a nodosaur named Borealopelta markmitchelli, has been hailed as a “one in a billion” discovery due to its exceptional state...

Behold the Infinity Train. It’s simple, yet brilliant. The race to decarbonize all industries is on.  Australian mining company Fortescue and Fortescue Future Industries, which has acquired U.K.-based Williams Advanced Engineering, are joining forces to develop the world’s first Infinity Train: a battery-electric vehicle designed to transport loads of iron ore without ever needing to be charged. How does it...

Venezuela, once home to six glaciers spanning 1,000 square kilometers, now marks a solemn milestone in climate change history. It stands as the first country to witness the complete melting of all its glaciers in modern times. This catastrophic loss underscores the urgent need for global action to combat climate change. Venezuela’s Glacial Disappearance: A...