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Smallest dinosaur found 'trapped in amber'
Scientists say a fossil from Myanmar represents the tiniest dinosaur ever found.
Dinosaur stomping ground in Scotland reveals thriving middle Jurassic ecosystem
During the Middle Jurassic Period, the Isle of Skye in Scotland was home to a thriving community of dinosaurs that stomped across the ancient coastline, according to a study published...
Intensive management of crops and livestock spurred La Bastida's economic development
A team from the Research Group in Mediterranean Social Archaeology (ASOME) at the Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona (UAB) has led an international study to reconstruct the diet of the El...
WCC tournaments take place in front of fans without a hitch amid coronavirus fears
The West Coast Conference men's and women's basketball tournaments were played in front of fans, and commissioner Gloria Nevarez could finally exhale.
Skull of smallest-known bird embedded in 99-million-year-old amber
Scientists are marveling over the exquisitely preserved skull of what appears to be the smallest-known bird - tinier than any hummingbird - encased in 99-million-year-old amber and boasting many odd...
This ancient dinosaur was no bigger than a hummingbird
A tiny, toothed bird that lived 99 million years ago appears to be the smallest known Mesozoic dinosaur, an era from about 252 million to 66 million years ago. The creature’s 12-millimeter-long...
Discovery of smallest known mesozoic dinosaur reveals new species in bird evolution
The discovery of a small, bird-like skull, described in an article published in Nature, reveals a new species, Oculudentavis khaungraae, that could represent the smallest known Mesozoic dinosaur in the...
Smallest extinct dinosaur ever found was size of hummingbird
A bird-like dinosaur with a beak full of teeth and claws on its wings is the tiniest extinct dinosaur ever found.
Smallest Known Dinosaur Found in Amber
A bird skull from Myanmar hints at a lost world of tiny fossils that are waiting to be unearthed -- Read more on ScientificAmerican.com
Crocs' better parenting skills could make them more resilient to climate change
The ability of crocodiles to survive mass extinctions could be in part due to their more hands-on approach to parenting, say scientists at the University of Bath's Milner Centre for...
3-D printed models improve jurors' understanding of evidence
Research at Cranfield Forensic Institute has found that using 3-D printed models to present evidence in court cases can help to improve a jury's understanding of technical language.
Lee Jung-jae, Park Hae-soo to star in Netflix series 'Round 6'
Lee Jung-jae and Park Hae-soo have landed the lead roles in a new Netflix series called "Round Six."
Study reveals grasshopper declines associated with declines in quality of prairie grasses
A University of Oklahoma-led study shows that grasshopper numbers have declined over 30% in a Kansas grassland preserve over the past two decades. Published in the Proceedings of the National...
Colorado Rockies legend Larry Walker to be NHL emergency goalie
Colorado Rockies legend Larry Walker will be the emergency goaltender for the Colorado Avalanche Sunday against the Vegas Golden Knights.
Rare white giraffes killed by poachers in Kenya: conservationists
Kenya's only female white giraffe and her calf have been killed by poachers, conservationists said Tuesday, in a major blow for the rare animals found nowhere else in the world.
Famous birthdays for March 11: Thora Birch, Alex Kingston
Actor Thora Birch turns 38 and actor Alex Kingston turns 57, among the famous birthdays for March 11.
Cleveland Cavaliers reach multiyear agreement with coach J.B. Bickerstaff
The Cleveland Cavaliers and head coach J.B. Bickerstaff reached an agreement on a multiyear contract extension.
Climate change: New rules could spell end of 'throwaway culture'
New rules could spell the death of today's "throwaway" culture in which products are bought, used briefly, then binned.
Coronavirus quarantine has turned Italy into a beautiful prison
Don't drink that espresso too close to me, and stay out of St. Peter's Square. The Italians are living through the quarantine of the coronavirus.
L3Harris nabs $383.2M to provide man pack radio systems for Marines
L3 Harris Technologies was awarded a $383.2 million Navy contract for the purchase of radio systems for the Marine Corps, according to the Department of Defense.
Carolina Panthers sign QB Kyle Allen to one-year deal
The Carolina Panthers signed backup quarterback Kyle Allen, who was scheduled to become an exclusive-rights free agent, to a one-year contract.
Scientists find Earth and moon not identical oxygen twins
Scientists have found that the Earth and moon have distinct oxygen compositions and are not identical in oxygen as previously thought according to a new study.
President Donald Trump awards former four-star Gen. Jack Keane with Medal of Freedom
President Donald Trump presented the Presidential Medal of Freedom to Gen. Jack Keane in a ceremony at the White House on Tuesday.
Salvador Dali wood engraving donated to North Carolina thrift store
An employee at a North Carolina thrift shop discovered a piece of art in the store's sorting room was an original wood engraving by Salvador Dali.
From working at home to lighter commutes, how coronavirus is changing California life
As cases of COVID-19 continue spreading across California, life is changing in ways big and small.
Dutch King Willem-Alexander apologizes to Indonesia for violent independence period
Dutch King Willem-Alexander issued a formal apology to the nation of Indonesia on Tuesday, for a violent colonial past there that's an unfavorable part of the Netherlands' history.
Watch: Dwayne Johnson, Emily Blunt search for Tree of Life in 'Jungle Cruise' trailer
Dwayne Johnson and Emily Blunt star in "Jungle Cruise," a new movie inspired by the Disney theme park attraction.
Watch: Keke Palmer shares her dating deal breaker on 'Late Night'
Keke Palmer discussed "Singled Out," a Quibi reboot of the MTV dating game show, on "Late Night with Seth Meyers."