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Why scientists are counting tiny marine creatures, from Space
Differences in seawater colour could reveal how tiny Antarctic creatures are faring in a warming world.
The truth about life on other planets - and what it means for humans
Could discoveries of alien life ever change the human psyche in how we view ourselves and each other?
Huge Roman 'jigsaw' reveals 2,000-year-old wall paintings
Thousands of fragments of plaster are pieced together to reveal frescos from a Roman London villa.
Ancient Egyptian history may be rewritten by DNA bone test
A DNA bone test on a man who lived 4,500 years ago sheds new light on the rise of Ancient Egypt.
Stunning facial reconstructions of 'hobbit,' Neanderthal and Homo erectus bring human relatives to life
A new documentary brings early human history to life with a "scientifically accurate" collection of hyper-real 3D models.
Severed bow of US warship blown off by Japanese torpedo finally found in South Pacific
More than 180 lives were lost in the WWII attack, but the U.S. ship stayed afloat.
1,600-year-old tomb of Maya city's first ruler unearthed in Belize
Archaeologists have discovered the tomb of the Maya king who founded the city of Caracol in what is now Belize.
140,000-year-old child's skull may have been part modern human, part Neanderthal — but not everyone is convinced
A child buried in the world's oldest human cemetery had both modern human (Homo sapiens) and Neanderthal characteristics, suggesting she was a hybrid, according to a new study. However, not...
Earliest evidence of humans catching disease from animals dates to 6,500 years ago
By analyzing ancient DNA, scientists determined when, where and how our ancestors got sick from infectious diseases.
Science news this week: 'Bringing back' giant ancient birds and a shift in Earth's poles
June 12, 2025: Our weekly roundup of the latest science in the news, as well as a few fascinating articles to keep you entertained over the weekend.
Ancient Egyptian rock art discovered near Aswan may be from the dawn of the first dynasty
Newfound rock art from ancient Egypt may shed light on the time just before the first dynasty.
How is DNA used to identify victims of mass disasters?
DNA analysis is considered the gold standard for identifying victims of mass fatalities. But how does it work?
Could signs of Mars life be hidden in its thick layers of clay?
The thick, mineral-rich layers of clay found on Mars suggest that the Red Planet harbored potentially life-hosting environments for long stretches in the ancient past, a new study suggests.
Roman dodecahedron: A mysterious 12-sided object that has baffled archaeologists for centuries
There are more than 50 theories for the function of this 12-sided, pentagonal-faced bronze object — but archaeologists have never quite figured it out.
Molecular-level heat adaptation mechanism discovered in plants
While humans can escape the heat by seeking shade or shedding layers, plants remain rooted in place. So how do they survive extreme heat? It's a question many have wondered—and...
Ritualistically buried donkey remains provide insight into trade and culture in ancient Israel
Donkeys played an important role in the lives of ancient Mediterranean people, providing both food and a means of carrying goods. New evidence from an early Bronze Age (2900–2600/2550 BCE)...
This woman's Depression Era Garden is full of plants you've probably never heard of
Nestled in the centre of the quiet Blackfriars Community Garden in London, Ont., Anne Marie Allen’s plot is marked with a large sign that says, “Depression Era Garden.”
Fireflies on the rise? Montrealers spotting more lightning bugs in their backyards
The sightings have some asking if the insects are returning or if they just went unnoticed. Experts say the rain and humidity are contributing to the increase in firefly population...
Sask. researchers discover how T. Rex might have healed from injuries
Researchers from the University of Regina have been studying a fracture in a rib fossil from the province's famous Scotty the Tyrannosaurus rex to explore how dinosaurs healed after an...
Chimps are sticking grass and sticks in their butts, seemingly as a fashion trend
A group of chimpanzees in Zambia have resurrected an old fashion trend with a surprising new twist.
UNB researchers find 33-year-old puffin, marking a known record age for the bird
How old is an old puffin? Well, the oldest known puffin in New Brunswick was found this week at 33 years old.
This tree-killing beetle revealed its presence in B.C. when it flew into the wrong person
An amateur entomologist's lucky encounter with an emerald ash borer set in motion a chain reaction of research on the pest that has devastated ash forests across North America.
Egypt archaeologists discover tombs dating back 2,000 years
CAIRO (AP) -- Egypt's antiquities ministry says that archaeologists have discovered three tombs dating back more than 2,000 years, from the Ptolemaic Period....
Egypt archaeologists discover tombs dating back 2,000 years
CAIRO (AP) -- Egypt's antiquities ministry says that archaeologists have discovered three tombs dating back more than 2,000 years, from the Ptolemaic Period....
Turkey bones may help trace fate of ancient cliff dwellers
DENVER (AP) -- Researchers say they have found a new clue into the mysterious exodus of ancient cliff-dwelling people from the Mesa Verde...
Turkey bones may help trace fate of ancient cliff dwellers
DENVER (AP) -- Researchers say they have found a new clue into the mysterious exodus of ancient cliff-dwelling people from the Mesa Verde...
How Did an Aquarium Stingray Get Pregnant without a Mate?
Charlotte, a stingray in a small North Carolina aquarium, is taking a DIY approach to reproduction
'Darkness is coming.' 'Foundation' Season 3 arrives today on Apple TV+
The Mule makes a murderous entrance in today's premiere episode, 'A Song For the End of Everything'.