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Cassius, the world's largest captive crocodile, passed away on Nov. 2 after spending 40 years in captivity at Marineland Melanesia Crocodile Habitat in Australia. The news of his death was shared on Facebook by...

A recent discovery at Pampa La Cruz, an archaeological site in Peru, has unearthed a burial mound containing the remains of 76 sacrificed children and two adults. This site is just one of many...

Valencia, a city in Spain, was hit by record-breaking floods on October 29, 2024, after a surprise weather front unleashed torrential rains across the country. Satellite photos taken by Landsat 8 on October 30,...

A recent study has uncovered a simple brain circuit in mice that controls appetite, consisting of three types of neurons. These neurons work together to suppress or enhance appetite, leading mice to eat less...

In recent weeks, the intersection of science and law has been a hot topic of discussion. Cases like Robert Roberson's delayed execution due to outdated medical theories and the potential resentencing of Lyle and...

Earth's unique feature of having rigid tectonic plates that shift and collide has long fascinated scientists. However, the exact origins of plate tectonics remain a mystery. Geologists have debated when this process first began,...

Quantum computers have come a long way since their inception during World War II. From filling entire rooms to fitting in backpacks, the evolution of computing has been remarkable. But the question remains: will...

The Younger Memnon statue of Ramesses II is a broken statue displayed in The British Museum in London. It was made about 3,300 years ago in Ancient Thebes, Egypt. The statue is 8.8 feet...

An extraordinary discovery in the world of astronomy has given scientists a unique opportunity to peer deep into the universe. A galaxy cluster, known as the Carousel Lens, has created a stunning gravitational lens...

Happy Monday, listeners! For Scientific American’s Science Quickly, this is Rachel Feltman. Today, we're discussing how the upcoming 2024 election could impact issues of science and health policy in the U.S. Let's dive into...