The number of deaths from sepsis worldwide is much higher than previously thought, with an estimated 20% of people dying from the life-threatening condition, according to a new study. The study, published today (Jan. 16) in the journal The Lancet,…
Tiny-but-tough tardigrades aren’t as indestructible as previously believed. These microanimals, which live in both fresh and salt water, are famous for their ability to survive extremes that would kill other organisms. But new research finds that the creatures rapidly wilt…
This woman was buried with her head resting on a pillow, suggesting that she held an elite position in her community. Archaeologists have uncovered what may be the graves of 50 enslaved workers who labored at an elite Roman villa…
A new study has revealed that cats are happy to feast on dead bodies, meaning that if you die, your pet cat could eat
Doctors have warned against the practice, which can lead to a range of complications including ulcers and abnormal
Entomologist Phil Torres has captured unbelievable footage of a spider spinning an intricate version of Stonehenge, called ‘Silkhenge’ It’s one of the the UK’s most famous landmarks, and now Stonehenge has been recreated – by a spider. Entomologist Phil Torres…