An asteroid killed dinosaurs in spring—which might explain why mammals survived
New study sheds light on why species extinction was so selective after the K-Pg impact. An international team of scientists used synchrotron radiation to image and analyze fossilized fish from the Tanis deposit in North Dakota. Some 66 mi.....»»
Clues to mysterious disappearance of North America"s large mammals 50,000 years ago found within ancient bone collagen
50,000 years ago, North America was ruled by megafauna. Lumbering mammoths roamed the tundra, while forests were home to towering mastodons, fierce saber-toothed tigers and enormous wolves. Bison and extraordinarily tall camels moved in herds across.....»»
Virtual flying lessons for Hera asteroid mission
As ESA's Hera spacecraft for planetary defense goes through pre-flight testing, the system that will steer it around its target binary asteroid system is also undergoing its final checks for space......»»
"Cape of Storms": Climate researchers explain Cape Town"s recent extreme weather
A severe storm hit South Africa's Western Cape province between 6 and 9 April 2024, with extreme winds gusting at up to 135km/h. The storm left a trail of destruction across Cape Town and surrounding areas—at least 1,500 people were left homeless a.....»»
What is an APK file? How they work and how to open them
We often talk about APK files when discussing Android phones. But what are APK files, how do they work, and why should you care about them? Let's explain......»»
Video game genres, explained
Gaming has an entire vocabulary all to itself, with genres being both understandable and cryptic at the same time. We'll explain the major genres......»»
One missing feature has almost ruined the new iPad Air for me
I'm a few days into using the new iPad Air (2024), and there's one missing feature that's nearly ruined Apple's latest tablet. Let me explain......»»
Scientists pit primates against smaller-brained mammals to find out who is the smartest forager
Primates, including humans, have larger brains than most other mammals, but why? Scientists searching for the answer have long followed a trail pointing to diet—specifically fruit—as the reason for why primates evolved larger brains......»»
Dinosaurs needed to be cold enough that being warm-blooded mattered
Two groups of dinosaurs moved to cooler climes during a period of climate change. Enlarge / Later theropods had multiple adaptations to varied temperatures. (credit: SCIEPRO/SCIENCE PHOTO LIBRARY) Dinosaurs were once ass.....»»
Small birds boast range of flight styles thanks to evolutionary edge
Small birds have explored a wide variety of styles of flight, ranging from hovering hummingbirds to bounding sparrows to soaring swifts and swallows. A new Cornell University study could explain why......»»
US dairy cows are tip of the iceberg as bird flu spreads in mammals globally, says ecologist
Health authorities are working to gather information on the spread of the H5N1 virus, or bird flu, in U.S. dairy cows—the first confirmation of the virus in cattle......»»
"General Hospital"s" Johnny Wactor killed in catalytic converter heist; family, friends "heartbroken"
"General Hospital"s" Johnny Wactor killed in catalytic converter heist; family, friends "heartbroken".....»»
"General Hospital"s" Johnny Wactor killed in catalytic converter heist in downtown L.A., police say
"General Hospital"s" Johnny Wactor killed in catalytic converter heist in downtown L.A., police say.....»»
Man killed after interrupting suspected catalytic converter thieves in downtown L.A.
Man killed after interrupting suspected catalytic converter thieves in downtown L.A......»»
Massachusetts man killed in crash at New Hampshire toll plaza
Massachusetts man killed in crash at New Hampshire toll plaza.....»»
Three missionaries, including American couple, killed by gang in Haiti
Three missionaries, including American couple, killed by gang in Haiti.....»»
TORRAS Ostand Cases: When you want your phone to survive a fall out of a plane
TORRAS Ostand Cases for iPhone and Samsung devices has survived a fall out of a plane! They'll keep your phone ultra-protected......»»
Why Do We Sing? New Analysis of Folk Songs Finds Similarities around the World
Across the globe, singing traditions are vast and varied. Their commonalities may help explain how music evolved.....»»
Two people killed, lanes narrowed after rollover accident on I-240 Service Road
Two people killed, lanes narrowed after rollover accident on I-240 Service Road.....»»
Sales manager at New York retailer killed in accident at dealership
Sales manager Justin Grater was killed in an accident at a dealership in Newburgh, N.Y., on Monday......»»
Scientists Attempt to Explain Why Hundreds of Stars Disappeared From Night Sky
Scientists Attempt to Explain Why Hundreds of Stars Disappeared From Night Sky.....»»