First Peoples" land overlaps with 130 imperiled bird species—and this knowledge may be vital to saving them
Australia's First Peoples have a strong and continuing connection to the land. Their determination to maintain this connection provides important opportunities for conservation......»»
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First ever report of two ancient ape species cohabiting in Miocene Europe 11 million years ago
Ancient apes in Germany co-existed by partitioning resources in their environment, according to a study published June 7, 2024 in the open-access journal PLOS ONE by Madelaine Böhme of Eberhard Karls University of Tübingen, Germany and David R. Beg.....»»
6 new features freshen up Rivian"s 2025 R1T pickup, R1S crossover
While the exterior of Rivian's consumer vehicles stays mostly the same, the 2025 model year has new premium interiors, an energy-saving heat pump and more powerful onboard computer......»»
Top 5 stories of the week: Robust May sales; Lithia cuts staff in cost-saving move
A quick look at the top automotive stories of the week as determined by reader interest......»»
First case of bird flu detected in Minnesota dairy cows
Bird flu has infected a Benton County dairy herd, marking the first confirmed detection of the virus in cows in Minnesota......»»
Tree hidey-holes key to helping slow declines of small mammals
A decline of natural tree hollows is forcing arboreal mammal numbers to fall, according to a new study exploring why these species are disappearing in Northern Australia......»»
Scientists "read" the messages in chemical clues left by coral reef inhabitants
What species live in this coral reef, and are they healthy? Chemical clues emitted by marine organisms might hold that information. But in underwater environments, invisible compounds create a complex "soup" that is hard for scientists to decipher......»»
Shadowy exotic pet trade thrives in Pacific island nation
The Pacific's Solomon Islands has become a key player in the global live animal trade, with foreign collectors sourcing exotic species including some subject to trade bans, an AFP investigation has found......»»
How the 1901 Discovery expedition"s polar explorers stayed healthy during their Antarctic journey
Antarctica is the most inhospitable continent on earth. It's dry, cold, and completely dark for months of the year. Edwardian explorers were some of the first to brave the Antarctic winter, developing new knowledge still drawn upon by scientists toda.....»»
Desert hero unveiled: Cissus quadrangularis genome decodes drought survival tactics
As water scarcity looms as a major threat to global ecosystems and food production, the quest to understand how plants like Cissus quadrangularis conquer arid landscapes is more critical than ever. The genetic blueprint of such species could hold the.....»»
Unlocking banana disease resistance: Key enzymes identified for phytoalexin synthesis
Bananas are a vital crop globally, but their yields are threatened by various diseases, particularly banana fusarium wilt caused by Fusarium oxysporum. Traditional control methods, including chemical pesticides, pose environmental risks and are not a.....»»
Fish out of water: How killifish embryos adapt their development
The annual killifish lives in regions with extreme drought. A research group at the University of Basel now reports in Science that the early embryogenesis of killifish diverges from that of other species. Unlike other fish, their body structure is n.....»»
Researchers discover high coral diversity in extreme seawater temperatures
A team of Dutch and Indonesian researchers has discovered a great diversity of coral species in extreme seawater temperatures. Through extensive research, published in the journals Diversity and PeerJ, on marine biodiversity in Raja Ampat, Indonesia,.....»»
Canada border agents poised to strike, creating hassle for auto sector
Border agents could start job action as early as June 7, a move that would lead to delays at important U.S. land crossings and create logistical problems for the auto industry. .....»»
5 new features freshen up Rivian"s 2025 R1T pickup, R1S crossover
While the exterior of Rivian's consumer vehicles stays mostly the same, the 2025 model year has new premium interiors, an energy-saving heat pump and more powerful onboard computer......»»
First detection of negative ions on the moon
The first ESA instrument to land on the moon has detected the presence of negative ions on the lunar surface produced through interactions with the solar wind......»»
Opinion: Yes, carbon capture and storage is controversial—but it"s going to be crucial
Renewable energy sources such as wind and solar are vital tools to help us make cuts to the 36 billion tons of greenhouse gases we emit each year......»»
Researchers unveil most detailed map of water bodies across Qinghai-Xizang Plateau
Terrestrial water bodies (WBs), including lakes, ponds, and reservoirs, are pivotal components of Earth's hydrological and biogeochemical systems, offering vital ecosystem services. Yet, conventional studies often overlook small water bodies or overs.....»»
The 17th-century origins of a modern finance tool
In the early 1600s, the officials running Durham Cathedral, in England, had serious financial problems. Soaring prices had raised expenses. Most cathedral income came from renting land to tenant farmers, who had long leases so officials could not eas.....»»
Tiger shark vomits echidna, shocking Australian scientists
A tiger shark has surprised Australian scientists on an ocean research trip by regurgitating a spiky land-loving echidna in front of them......»»
Shokz OpenSwim Pro review: now great out of the water, too
The Shokz OpenSwim Pro add Bluetooth for use on land and make these swimming headphones that much better......»»