Animal world
Venomous snake found only on a small island in Vietnam
In Vietnam there exists an endemic species of venomous snake that lives only on a small island in Kien Giang province.
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The unexplained mysteries of giant squid
Although modern technology has helped researchers learn more about giant squid, they still don't know much about why they get so big or how they mate and reproduce.
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Rare 'ring of fire' solar eclipse in South America
Astronomy lovers in South America have been treated to a solar eclipse.
Oceanography
Discovered a strange shark with a face... of a pig
A shark with a strange pig face was discovered by sailors on a navy ship in the area of Elba Island, Italy in late August.
Oceanography
Solutions to help replenish beach sand
MIT and Invena are testing submerged structures to collect sand, protect the islands of the Maldives, and even create new islands.
Archeology
Nearly 6,000-year-old bridge discovered in mysterious cave on Mallorca island
An ancient submerged bridge has been discovered in a mysterious cave on the Spanish island of Mallorca.
Environment
How Vienna Prepared for a 5,000-Year Flood
The measures Vienna is taking to prepare for extreme rainfall could provide lessons for other cities dealing with flooding.
Environment
The rock that signals people's fears have come true
Scientists in Brazil have discovered rocks mixed with plastic on the volcanic island of Trindade.
Entertainment
How was the 1933 movie King Kong created without digital technology?
The film King Kong (1933) made its mark in cinema history with its groundbreaking special effects and compelling storyline, captivating audiences from the moment it was…
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Papua New Guineans have 5% of their 'superhuman' genes from other humans
The ratio of human genes is extremely different
Biology
Let's look at the last flower clusters in the world's polar regions
Bunches of Arctic poppies trying to survive harsh weather. Scientists found them only about 51cm south of the world's northern pole.
Animal world
Surprised by the sight of a rare white-headed langur 'husband and wife' holding their cubs on Cat Ba island
On May 6, images of two adult langurs appeared on social networks
Archeology
Discovering an 1,800-year-old bronze portrait of Alexander the Great
Metal detectors have unearthed a miniature bronze portrait of Alexander the Great on an island in Denmark.
Environment
Explore gem islands in the Red Sea
The Red Sea island of Zabargad is made of peridotite, a coarse-grained igneous rock filled with beautiful blue peridot gemstones.
Animal world
The world's oldest bird actively searches for new mates
Biologists on Midway Island discovered a more than 70-year-old female Laysan albatross named Wisdom courting potential mates months after the end of nesting season.