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California’s ocean is up to 4°C hotter; whales are disappearing, pelicans are starving and sharks...
The rising ocean temperatures off California's coast are creating serious repercussions for marine life. Whales are being pushed away from their traditional feeding zones, while seabird populations face starvation. Additionally, great white sharks are venturing closer to shore, posing risks to beachgoers. The rise in toxic algae blooms is further contaminating the ecosystem and impacting local fis...
YouTuber Tana Mongeau shares blunt reaction after Clavicular’s livestream breakup with Lily Snyder raises tough questions
Tana Mongeau criticized Clavicular after his livestream breakup with Lily Snyder, calling his behavior “immoral and cruel” if it was done for views and revenue. Her comments followed the emotional stream in which Lily pleaded for the relationship to continue while Clavicular said his career came first. The incident has since divided opinion across social media.
Indian-origin Uber driver charged with two counts of sexual assault in Canada
In 2005, scientists began reshaping an Inner Mongolia grassland; years later, plant-eating insects...
Research conducted over several years in Inner Mongolia has identified herbivorous insects as vital players in ecosystem stability. These plant-eaters manage the food web by producing varied population levels, which mitigate the risk of sudden food shortages for predators and safeguard plant diversity. This study challenges prior assumptions, underscoring the crucial function of herbivores in main...
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Jeff Bezos, Eduardo Saverin to invest in Liverpool? Amazon, Facebook co-founders approached
Liverpool owners Fenway Sports Group (FSG) are in preliminary talks with a consortium led by British-Indian businessman Amit Bhatia over the sale of a minority stake in the Premier League club. Eduardo Saverin, the Singapore-based billionaire who co-founded Facebook alongside Mark Zuckerberg, has been approached to join the investment group. One of the biggest names linked to the proposed investme...
Europe is becoming too hot for some cold-blooded snakes, but one region could become their last major refuge
Climate change may significantly alter European snake habitats, impacting cold-adapted species. Western Europe faces declining suitability due to rising temperatures and drought conditions. The Balkan Peninsula is projected to become a crucial refuge for snake diversity. This region's varied microclimates offer protection against increasing heat stress. Conservation efforts should prioritize these...
King Ratsnake eats deadly cobras and vipers; genome mapping reveals how it survives venom
Scientists have mapped the genome of the nonvenomous king ratsnake, a species known for hunting and eating deadly venomous snakes such as cobras and vipers. The new chromosome-level genome will help researchers investigate how the snake naturally resists venom. They say the findings could improve understanding of snake evolution, venom resistance and support future research into better antivenom t...
KFC's Colonel Sanders’ home, restaurant and engraved pressure cooker are going to auction
A unique collection of items linked to KFC founder Colonel Harland Sanders will be auctioned in Kentucky on July 28. The sale includes his former home, the Claudia Sanders Dinner House, personal belongings, business records, photographs and historic memorabilia that have been preserved by the Settle family for more than 50 years. Organisers say the collection is being offered to the public for the...
Six orphaned rhinos give birth after mothers were killed by poachers
In a heartwarming turnaround, six orphaned rhinos from South Africa have welcomed new calves after years of rehabilitation. Their successful births signify a remarkable milestone in conservation efforts, providing renewed hope for endangered rhino populations. Wildlife officials emphasized that these births not only enrich the local ecosystem but also bolster South Africa's commitment to preservin...
Around 1200 BCE, major Mediterranean civilisations began collapsing; scientists have now reconstructed the climate conditions surrounding the crisis
A new study suggests prolonged drought pressured eastern Mediterranean societies. This drying significantly affected agriculture and food security across the region. Drought acted as a threat multiplier, worsening existing societal challenges. Warfare and invasions interacted with environmental stress during this period. Understanding past climate pressures informs our view of societal vulnera...
200 years after the first dinosaur, scientists use brain scans on a 100-million-year-old snake fossil from Brazil
Palaeontology has transformed from examining fossil fragments to digitally reconstructing ancient creatures. A new Cretaceous snake fossil from Brazil showcases this remarkable scientific advancement. High-resolution micro-CT scanning revealed the snake's brain anatomy and lifestyle. This technology allows detailed comparisons across millions of years of evolution. Modern methods are reshaping...
The Great Pyramid was not built by slaves, but by paid workers who drank beer and ate meat.
Modern archaeology says that pyramid builders were not slaves but a respected workforce. These workers lived in a dedicated town and received good food and medical care. Their diet included meat, bread, and beer, ensuring strength for their labor. Burial in tombs near the pyramids honoured their significant contribution to ancient Egypt.
One of the world's largest rodents was imported for fur farming in North America; today it's devastating wetlands and riverbanks across US
Nutria, large rodents introduced for fur farming, now infest forty US states and Canada. These prolific breeders destroy vital wetland vegetation and agricultural crops like rice. Their burrowing weakens levees and dams, posing risks to infrastructure and public safety. Eradication efforts involve trapping, detection dogs, and bounty programs to control populations. These invasive creatures ha...
Researchers made flying harder for Alaskan Seabirds; only 67% returned, survivors bred better
Researchers clipped a few wing and tail feathers of wild black-legged kittiwakes in Alaska to make flying more energy-intensive and tracked them for several years. The birds struggled to raise chicks during that breeding season, and fewer survived to return the next year. However, those that did return migrated farther and were more likely to breed successfully, showing how energy spent in one sea...