Green hills of stromatolites flourish on the floor of a lagoon in Argentina's Puna de Atacama. A mosaic of crystal-clear lagoons and vast salt flats in Argentina's Puna de Atacama Desert forms an otherworldly ecosystem “unlike anything scientists have ever…
A spotted hyena killed in Egypt (Photo: Said El Kholi) A spotted hyena has been spotted in Egypt for the first time in millennia after it wandered far beyond its natural range. It may have eaten two goats before being…
Climate change is creating environmental conditions that could increase the likelihood of babies being born later than planned. (Image credit: dusanpetkovic via Getty Images) Exposure to elevated levels of outdoor air pollution and extreme temperatures increases the risk of post-term…
There is no illusion that VR training will completely replace real training. However, it can help future firefighters learn the procedures they will need to use in real-life situations. (Image credit: Ian Stokes FLAIM) At first glance, I may look…
This microscopic image shows a seaweed cell, with a black arrow pointing to it, representing the newly discovered nitroplast organelle. (Image credit: Tyler Cole) In a major discovery, scientists have identified for the first time a structure in complex cells…
Recent research shows that rabbits are able to digest and reabsorb calcium from their teeth. (Image credit: Wirestock/Getty Images) Scientists say rabbits may eat small pieces of their teeth while chewing their food, which means each meal could contain a…