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The Oakhurst rock shelter in South Africa has provided researchers with a wealth of information about the region's ancient inhabitants. Through the study of ancient DNA, scientists have discovered a continuous human occupation in...

Off the coast of Australia's far south, long-spined sea urchins are causing trouble as they expand their territory due to warming oceans. These spiky creatures feed on kelp and invertebrates, leaving behind barren areas....

The moon, Earth's closest neighbor, is not always the same distance away. While the average distance is around 238,855 miles, the moon's elliptical orbit means it can range from 221,500 miles to 252,000 miles...

A rare 'ring of fire' annular solar eclipse was witnessed over Easter Island on October 2, 2024. During this spectacular event, the new moon appeared to perfectly align within the sun's disk for up...

The Draconid meteor shower is set to light up the night sky on October 8 and 9, offering skywatchers a chance to see shooting stars. Unlike other meteor showers that are best seen in...

Maggie Aderin-Pocock, a renowned space scientist and broadcaster, never expected to achieve such fame, especially coming from humble beginnings with dyslexia in government housing in London. Despite the challenges, she pursued her passion for...

Savanna Harrison, a 27-year-old professional "checker", is using social media to uncover cheating partners after experiencing infidelity herself. She works for a company called Lazo that helps people see intentions and move on from...

NASA recently made the decision to turn off one of Voyager 2's science instruments due to a loss of power on the spacecraft as it continues its journey into interstellar space. Launched in 1977,...

Hurricane Helene, a Category 4 storm, is on track to hit Florida with powerful winds, heavy rain, and significant storm surge. The storm has rapidly intensified, growing in size and strength as it moves...

A decade ago, an office in the Pentagon called the Advanced Aerospace Weapon Systems Applications Program (AAWSAP) quietly investigated UFOs and the paranormal. This program received $22 million in funding but was canceled four...