The Ancient Weapons Discovered In An Unassuming Desert Lake Bed
There are many different types of ancient weapons, and those similar to the ones found in a simple lake bed tell quite the interesting tale about humanity.
Read MoreThere are many different types of ancient weapons, and those similar to the ones found in a simple lake bed tell quite the interesting tale about humanity.
Read MoreEarth's oceans are mysterious, largely unexplored places, but the enormous oceans of Neptune and Uranus have them beat. Here's what scientists know about them.
Read MoreCalifornia is a beautiful state with no shortage of diverse plant and animal species. Unfortunately, the fates facing those species aren't always the brightest.
Read MoreThere are many species with pretty scary defensive (and offensive) tactics, such as venom. These species in particular can be pretty intimidating on that front.
Read MoreWhen you think about Europeans landing in the "new world," Christopher Columbus likely comes to mind. But the name of a different man probably should as well.
Read MoreInvasive species are causing problems all around the United States, and California is no exception. This species in particular has really wreaked havoc.
Read MoreWhile our solar system is a fascinating place on its own, exoplanets are even more of a mystery. And one exoplanet in particular is something quite new.
Read MoreSci-fi movies feature technology that seems far beyond our current capabilities, but that isn't always true. This new material proves that much.
Read MoreIt's long seemed like Stonehenge harbors many secrets, and it's not keen on giving them up. But a rare lunar event might finally give us some answers.
Read MoreWhen you think about crabs and spiders, they probably seem like two very different types of animals. But in some cases, that's less true than you'd expect.
Read MoreKangaroos are probably the most famous animal species with a pouch for their young, but they aren't the only ones. In fact, quite a few mammals have pouches.
Read MoreThe planets in the solar system have long held a place in human history and culture, but there's also plenty to know about the planets themselves.
Read MoreWhen you think of plants, the flowers and trees of gardens and forests might come to mind. But aquatic locations have their own varied plantlife, too.
Read MoreWhen it comes to one of the most infamous disasters in Irish history, there's still more to be learned, including exactly where and how it started.
Read MoreNearly a century ago, researchers believed they had found the skeleton of a family member of Cleopatra, but they might have had it all wrong.
Read MoreEveryone knows that Earth is capable of providing beautiful, snowy landscapes, but it isn't unique in that. It snows on Mars, too, but there's a bit of a twist.
Read MoreMicroscopes have allowed us to discover a world humans can't directly see. But that's also led to the realization that these creatures are always on your face.
Read MoreGlobal warming is a major concern, with the growing presence of carbon dioxide being a big part factor. But this powder might be able to combat that issue.
Read MoreVolcanoes can be morbidly fascinating for plenty of reasons, as can the lava they release. But what effect might all that molten rock have on the human body?
Read MoreWhen you take a look deep into the night sky, Venus might look like it's noticeably yellow. Here's the science behind why it appears that way.
Read MorePrehistoric times were pretty strange, to put it lightly, and the same could be said of the species from that period. Here are some of the scariest.
Read MoreWhen you think of dangerous animals kept in a zoo, lions or tigers might come to mind. But by the numbers, the most truly dangerous animal is a surprising one.
Read MoreInvasive species are a nationwide problem, destroying ecosystems and crowding out native plants and animals. Here are the ones specifically plaguing Illinois.
Read MoreWhen it comes to poisonous animals, birds probably aren't the first to come to mind. But there are actually a number of uniquely toxic birds.
Read MoreWho doesn't enjoy making (and playing with) slime? If you want to try something new with the sticky substance, then consider trying out these edible slimes.
Read MoreSometimes, you're in a situation where you can't get to the bathroom. That never feels great, but there might also be longer term consequences than discomfort.
Read MoreMass extinction events are infamous, entirely destroying many species in one fell swoop. But this particular extinction event might not have happened at all.
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