Archeology
Detecting common ancestor fossils of humans and modern primates
Scientists have recently discovered ancestral fossils of humans with a lifespan of 47 million years. Unearthed at Messel Pit, Germany, this fossil named Darwinius masill…
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Archeology
Ida fossils were exaggerated
Scientists seem to regularly mold themselves, and sometimes push themselves to obscurity. Those times also make a little noise.
Space science
NASA set up new berths on the space station for visitors
NASA astronauts will make a 6.5-hour walk in the outer space of the International Space Station (ISS) to install a new docking station in an effort to make it easier for…
Animal world
Birds can choose the best nesting material
Birds can learn to choose the best nesting materials for their nests, according to scientists.
Environment
The 10 biggest storms recorded in history
In the past there were many storms with strong wind record but did not cause much damage.
Science story
The female scientists are forgotten
Vera Rubin, Cecilia Payne or Chien Shiung Wu are female scientists who have contributed to American science but are not mentioned because of gender discrimination or pir…
New technology
Use a robot to help older people exercise
A new robot named Robocoach launched last week at a technology exhibition sponsored by the Government of Singapore will become a sports coach for older people.