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Ecologically diverse clades dominate the oceans via extinction resistance
Ecological differentiation is correlated with taxonomic diversity in many clades, and ecological divergence is often assumed to be a cause and/or consequence of high speciation rate. However, an analysis of...
Rare lizard fossil preserved in amber
The tiny forefoot of a lizard of the genus Anolis was trapped in amber about 15 to 20 million years ago. Every detail of this rare fossil is visible under...
U.S., South Korea diplomats discussed North Korea, report says
U.S. and South Korean diplomats exchanged a phone call on Thursday regarding North Korea, as Seoul struggles to contain a massive outbreak of COVID-19.
Look: Brandon Jenner holds his newborn twins in photo
Brandon Jenner, the son of Caitlyn Jenner and Linda Thompson, and his wife, Cayley Stoker, welcomed twin sons, Bo and Sam.
WWE Super ShowDown: The Undertaker confronts AJ Styles
Living legend The Undertaker made a surprise appearance at WWE Super ShowDown on Thursday to confront AJ Styles.
Watch: 'Candyman' returns in first trailer for upcoming horror revival
An urban legend is back killing those who speak his name five times into a mirror in the first trailer for upcoming horror revival, "Candyman."
Baldness gene discovery reveals origin of hairy alpine plants
Scientists have solved a puzzle that has long baffled botanists—why some plants on high mountainsides are hairy while their low-lying cousins are bald.
Rare lizard fossil preserved in amber
The tiny forefoot of a lizard of the genus Anolis was trapped in amber about 15 to 20 million years ago. Every detail of this rare fossil is visible under...
1950s Japanese cat's brain helps Canadian researchers solve mercury poisoning mystery
In the 1950s, a Japanese cat known as “717” helped solve the mystery of a mass poisoning in Minamata, Japan. Almost 70 years later, a Canadian researcher and her co-authors have...
Virtual reality can bring ancient cities back to life and improve conservation
Around 3,300 years ago, the port city of Ugarit was a vibrant urban centre, located strategically on the overland network linking Egypt with Asia Minor and on the route between...
Colts linked to free agent QB Philip Rivers
The Indianapolis Colts have been linked to free agent quarterback Philip Rivers ahead of the NFL's annual free agency period.
Watch: Britney Spears shows how she broke foot in video
Britney Spears shared footage of the moment she broke her foot while dancing after she was spotted wearing a medical boot.
U.S. lifts sanctions against Israeli Gen. Israel Ziv over South Sudan arms
The U.S. Treasury has lifted sanctions against a former Israeli general that were imposed amid accusations that he supplied weapons to both the South Sudan government and rebels.
Mystery surrounding dinosaur footprints on a cave ceiling in Central Queensland solved
The mystery surrounding dinosaur footprints on a cave ceiling in Central Queensland has been solved after more than a half a century.
WWE NXT: Charlotte Flair and Bianca Belair clash
Charlotte Flair returned to WWE NXT to face off against Bianca Belair in a highly competitive match.
Ancient flooding of Bering Strait shows us how ice sheets respond to climate change
The debate has raged in the world of paleo-climate research for years: When did the land bridge that once connected Asia and North America flood?
Ancient records of Bering Strait flooding offer fresh insights
The debate has raged in the world of paleo-climate research for years: When did the land bridge that once connected Asia and North America flood? Some researchers say the presence of Pacific...
Leaders of Spain, Catalonia begin key talks on independence fallout
Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez and Catalonia regional leader Quim Torra met Wednesday to begin dialogue to end secessionist-related violence in Spain that stems from previous Catalan attempts at independence.
Ancient records of Bering Strait flooding offer fresh insights
The debate has raged in the world of paleo-climate research for years: When did the land bridge that once connected Asia and North America flood? Some researchers say the presence of Pacific...
Ancient meteorite site on Earth could reveal new clues about Mars' past
Scientists have devised new analytical tools to break down the enigmatic history of Mars' atmosphere—and whether life was once possible there.
Look: NCT 127 teases 'Kick It' single with new photo
K-pop group NCT 127 shared a new promo for its album "Neo Zone" after announcing dates for its "Neo City - The Awards" tour.
Researchers find hidden door, room in London House of Commons
While performing renovations at London's House of Commons this week, crews uncovered a long-forgotten doorway officials say dates back to the mid-1600s and was probably used by some prominent British...
Saudi military students to resume flight training in U.S., Navy says
Saudi Arabian flight students have been cleared to resume flight training in the U.S., following a December shooting at Naval Air Station Pensacola in Florida and a Navy investigation of...
Analysis reveals prehistoric migration from Africa, Asia, Europe to Mediterranean islands
Populations from Africa, Asia and Europe were migrating to the Mediterranean islands prior to the establishment of seafaring civilizations in the Mediterranean, according to new analysis of ancient DNA.
Complex pattern of ancient immigration from Africa, Asia and Europe
Anthropologists have found out that prehistoric migration from Africa, Asia and Europe to the Mediterranean islands took place long before the era of the Mediterranean seafaring civilizations. For their analysis...
Turbulent times revealed on Asteroid 4 Vesta
Planetary scientists have shed some light on the tumultuous early days of the largely preserved protoplanet Asteroid 4 Vesta, the second largest asteroid in our solar system.
Archeologists create digital blueprints of historic sites on Yukon's Herschel Island
Archeologists are using drones and laser technology to create digital replicas of historic sites on Herschel Island, a 116 square kilometre island of the Yukon coast in the Beaufort Sea.
Prince Harry returns to Britain for 'green tourism' event
Prince Harry has returned to Britain to begin his final tour as a formal member of the royal family.