Scientists are constantly learning about our history as a species. Sometimes, these new discoveries change everything we think about a specific population. Scientists found DNA not linked to any known human ancestor. This suggests that at some point in history, there may have been another group of hominids that we didn’t know existed. DNA Not...
Researchers in Australia recently discovered a 2 million-year-old skull that gives us more clues about our evolution as a species. The skull, which they found in South Africa, is of the species Paranthropus robustus, a cousin species to our predecessors, Homo erectus. Many recent fossil discoveries, like the Siberian Unicorn or the “dinosaur mummy” have...
When a scientist in China invented a new jet engine that could change the future of jet propulsion, it went largely unnoticed. Jua Tang’s jet engine that turns electricity directly into thrust, however, could eliminate the need for fossil fuels and revolutionize air and possibly even space travel. A New Jet Engine As a society,...
The tragic sinking of the RMS Titanic in 1912 has captivated the world for over a century, inspiring countless books, documentaries, and even a blockbuster movie. Over 1,500 people tragically lost their lives when the ship sank, but despite extensive exploration of the wreck, no human remains have ever been found inside the Titanic. Experts...
Fast food has long been associated with unhealthy eating, but a new study sheds light on which fast-food burgers top the list for the worst nutritional profiles. A recent analysis by PlushCare examined the nutritional content of burgers from major fast-food chains, considering calories, saturated fat, sodium, and sugar. The results revealed surprising rankings for...
Ancient Egypt is one of the most intriguing civilizations in history. For that reason, whenever a new discovery is made, the world pays attention. Recently, Egyptian archaeologists discovered nearly sixty sarcophagi. On October third, Egypt opened the coffins, which have been sealed shut for more than two and a half thousand years. Egypt Opens 59...
It sounds like something from a science fiction or perhaps even a horror story. Space stations always seem like almost clinical environments that are clean and free of any bacteria. However, this is far from the truth, and bacteria have recently been observed mutating at the International Space Station. It has been described as being...
A recent discovery at the site of the former Blackberry Hill Hospital in Bristol, UK, has unveiled a mass grave containing the remains of more than 4,500 individuals. This chilling find, brought to light through an extensive five-year archaeological dig conducted by Cotswold Archaeology, has opened a window into Bristol’s dark history and the hardships...
A hiking trip turned into a terrifying ordeal for one woman in the Hunter Valley region of New South Wales, Australia. In a bid to recover her dropped iPhone, she found herself trapped upside down between two massive rocks for several agonizing hours. The bizarre incident has sparked a conversation about the dangers of taking...
As concerns about national security continue to grow, the U.S. is implementing new measures that would ban Russian and Chinese tech from being integrated into American vehicles. This prohibition, proposed by the Department of Commerce’s Bureau of Industry and Security (BIS), targets connected and autonomous vehicle technology supplied by countries of concern, specifically China and...
Girls have the power to change the world, and these young high school students are proving that. This all-girl engineer team invented a solar-powered tent for the homeless to keep them warmer at night, All-Girl Engineer Team Invents Solar-Powered Tents for the Homeless There is no question about it: Homelessness is on the rise. A...
A condiment that most of us use daily may be responsible for a 40% increased risk of developing stomach cancer. This is according to a new study conducted by nutritionists at the University of Vienna’s Centre for Public Health. Read more below to find out what this everyday condiment is and the potential damage it...
