Scientists have unwrapped the mummified body of a teenage boy to find that wealthy ancient Egyptians were given scores of amulets when they were mummified in the hope it would speed their journey to the afterlife. The study said ...
Image of Earth taken by Nasa’s Epic camera on the Deep Space Climate Observatory (DSCOVR) spacecraft Earth’s solid inner core layer may have paused its rotation recently and started to spin in the opposite direction instead, according to a ...
Boats are pushed up on a causeway after Hurricane Ian passed through the area on September 29, 2022 in Fort Myers, Florida. Research suggests support for some climate policies increases immediately after climate-driven disasters such as Ian. Joe Raedle/Getty ...
Endangered shark meat is being sold as flake fillets in hundreds of Aussie fish and chips shops, new research has found. A group of researchers from the University of Adelaide have discovered up to four endangered species of shark has ...
Yahoo Finance tech editor Dan Howley details reports that Apple will feature a new line of VR and AR headset devices. Video Transcript SEANA SMITH: Apple looking set to expand in its first major new category since the Apple ...
An exotic green comet that has not passed Earth since the time of the Neanderthals has reappeared in the sky ready for its closest approach to the planet next week. Discovered last March by astronomers at the Zwicky Transient ...
A green comet not seen in 50,000 years is making a pass of Earth next weekAn astrophotographer captured a sneak peek of the comet in a new imageIt could be the first comet visible to the naked eye since NEOWISE in 2020
A once-in-a-lifetime green comet not seen since the Stone Age will make its closest approach to Earth next week. Comet C/2022 E3 (ZTF) has already been visible through binoculars and telescopes this month, but could become visible with the ...
Trauma from extreme climate events has long-term effects on survivors’ brains, study finds Psychological trauma endured by survivors of extreme weather events like wildfires may have long-term impacts on their brains, according to a new study that reveals more ...
People who experience disturbed sleep due to conditions like insomnia or sleep paralysis are more likely to report seeing aliens or ghosts, according to a new study. Paranormal beliefs – such as sightings of ghosts, daemons and aliens – ...
An artist’s reconstruction of adult and newly born ichthyosaur, Shonisaurus popularis, which lived during the Triassic Period. Gabriel Ugueto / Smithsonian hide caption toggle caption Gabriel Ugueto / Smithsonian This mystery begins in 1952, in the Nevada desert, when ...
(SWNS) Smallpox has plagued humans since ancient Egyptian times, 2,000 years earlier than previously thought, according to new research. The disease was once one of humanity’s most devastating, but its origin has been shrouded in mystery. Thought to have ...
The moon is hot right now. By some estimates, as many as 100 lunar missions could launch into space over the next decade — a level of interest in the moon that far surpasses the Cold War-era space race that ...
For the Great Salt Lake, it might be now or never. Utah lawmakers have mounted emergency rescue plans for the Great Salt Lake, which is on the verge of ecological collapse. Before the legislative session opened on Tuesday, scientists and ...
Some media coverage said that gas stoves in the home might contribute to respiratory issues in children. Getty Images Copernicus surely had no idea when he got the Scientific Revolution underway in the 16th century that an unintended effect ...
Being able to watch cosmic events and take in the full breadth of the universe’s stars from the comfort of your backyard is one of the oldest joys skywatchers have to hold onto. However, a new study says skyglow is ...
Thunderbolt 4 docks are now much more widely available, meaning that it’s much easier to get a high speed dock that works with your laptop. But unfortunately, while they’re relatively widely available now, they’re still quite expensive. Thankfully, however, that ...
Getting the best Wi-Fi service in your home can be done with five easy steps The best way to get a boost is to place your router in the ideal spotSimply moving your router can increase your Wi-Fi speed by up to 50 percent
Drivers traveling over the Golden State Bridge this week heard an eerie soundThe 'howling' was present during storms that brought high winds to the areaThe phenomenon is due to the suicide deterrent railings installed in 2020
Cutting the cord on cable television is something tons of people have done over the past five years. But that hasn’t proven to be the smartest way to continue to watch sports. Whether it comes from premium sports website subscriptions ...
'Male menopause' is a wide range of health effects caused by low testosterone Low T is common - around 40% of men over 45 years old are low on the hormoneEffects of male menopause include depression, erectile dysfunction, hair loss
WASHINGTON — Every year, the night sky grows brighter, and the stars look dimmer. A new study that analyzes data from more than 50,000 amateur stargazers finds that artificial lighting is making the night sky about 10% brighter each ...
New report suggests bringing plant-based meat options to public institutionsAuthors say alternative proteins can cut demand for red meat and help the EarthIt argues there are 'social norms' around meat consumption that need changing
Locals in the North East described the sight of the crustaceans as 'apocalyptic'The Department for the Environment initially blamed an 'algal bloom'Another scientific report said it may have been caused by dredging mudBut a new report claims the mass die-off may have been caused by new disease
In the wild rainforest of Australia’s north, park rangers have stumbled upon a predator so large they felt they had no choice but to dub it “Toadzilla.” The giant cane toad was discovered Thursday by rangers who were conducting track ...
A robotic Velociraptor dinosaur opens its mouth to scare visitors as it demonstrates the power of air pressure at the fluid power exhibition in Tokyo on April 22, 2008 Despite their memorable depiction in the Jurassic Park movie franchise, ...
Baboons are able to effortlessly transition from walking on four legs to two in less than a second without breaking their stride – despite being four-footed, scientists have found. Researchers have uncovered the mechanism by which these primates can ...
The ROSA machine allows surgeons to more precisely target parts of the brain responsible for epileptic seizures. UC San Diego Health hide caption toggle caption UC San Diego Health Listen to Short Wave on Spotify, Apple Podcasts and Google ...
What do you think when you hear the word “rabbit”? Does your mind conjure images of cartoon bunnies eating carrots? Or the fluffy tails and floppy ears of pet bunnies? Maybe you think about their incredible ability to reproduce. For ...
If you purchase an independently reviewed product or service through a link on our website, BGR may receive an affiliate commission. A massive survey just revealed billions of celestial objects in the Milky Way starry sky A new survey of ...
If you purchase an independently reviewed product or service through a link on our website, BGR may receive an affiliate commission. 17-pound meteorite found in Antarctica could answer questions about Earth’s formation Earth in space Meteorites look pretty when they ...
All imports from abroad must adhere to the USDA's standards to be organicPreviously only imports from the EU and Japan were rigorously checkedFarmers planned to pass off millions of dollars' worth of crops as organic
Solar flares are dangerous and can cause a ton of disruption here on Earth – from radio blackouts to more severe issues with GPS navigation systems and other important communication technology. As such, scientists are working hard to find a ...
The United States government is ramping up efforts to protect vulnerable states and at-risk communities from devastating wildfires. The Department of Agriculture announced Thursday that $490 million from President Biden’s Inflation Reduction Act will be earmarked for projects to reduce ...
The discovery of over 250 fossilised dinosaur eggs in India suggests the giant prehistoric reptiles may have exhibited nesting behaviour similar to many modern birds. Scientists, including Harsha Dhiman of the University of Delhi in India, recently uncovered 92 nesting ...
Honey bees are not in peril. These bees are. What do you know about bees? That they produce honey? That they live in a hive? That they swarm? Well, I have news: These characteristics don’t actually describe most bees ...
People praying for relief from the bubonic plague, circa 1350. Original Artwork: Designed by E Corbould, lithograph by F Howard Rats may not have played a critical role in causing the Black Death as is often portrayed, according to ...
People praying for relief from the bubonic plague, circa 1350. Original Artwork: Designed by E Corbould, lithograph by F Howard Rats may not have played a critical role in causing Bubonic Plague outbreaks in Europe as is often portrayed, ...
Elon Musk sold off Twitter's furniture and decorations in a 27-hour online auctionThe 3.5 foot bird statue sold for $100,000 while a neon sign went for $40,000It comes as it was revealed Twitter revenue is down from 40 per cent a year ago
Australia’s iconic marsupial has become the latest political football in the NSW state election campaign. Labor leader Chris Minns on Thursday called for an end to the so-called koala wars, which had divided the coalition, while pledging $80 million to ...