Science
Lift to the future First ‘space elevator’ — a 66,000-mile cable to the cosmos— closer than ever before after scientific breakthrough
“There’s no reason we can’t put a honeymoon hotel on one of those legs.”
Space
NASA set to launch next-generation telescope to unlock universe’s deepest mysteries
The mission aims to uncover more information about some of the universe’s greatest mysteries, including dark energy.
Environment
Nepal flood sparks fears that the US’ most dangerous volcano could unleash similar catastrophe at home
A Mount Rainier lahar could wipe out up to 60,000 people.
Wildlife
Shell shock Mysterious rare purple shell washes up on California beach
A student was enjoying a sunset stroll on a beach in La Jolla, California, when she came across something very rare.
Archaeology
Holy discovery Archaeologists ‘absolutely’ certain they found lost city where Jesus performed miracles
It’s a testament to years of dedication.
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Archaeologists unearth shark world lost beneath Egypt’s desert for 70 million years
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World’s oldest lab-grown human brains grow for seven years recording ‘passage of time’
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Badly-fractured 700-year-old skeleton could be first ever casualty of giant medieval catapult
His body was under siege.
Nearly one billion people in the Americas will have front-row views for near-total lunar eclipse
After being shut out of this month’s total solar eclipse, the Americas will have the best seats in the celestial house when Earth’s shadow briefly envelops the moon.
California’s brutal winter forecast revealed in Farmer’s Almanac — and what it means for snow totals
The sun could soon set on The Golden State.
‘Exercise pill’ that may reduce appetite and mimic physical activity clears first human test
Gym haters, rejoice — the workout of the future may not require breaking a sweat.
Big Bear bald eagle Shadow’s potential partner officially named
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118-year-old mystery solved after divers locate lost warship below the waves
Divers recently uncovered the remains of a Royal Navy warship off the Isle of Wight — 118 years after it went down.
Scientists figured out how to change peanut DNA to make them hypoallergenic
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Buried ancient city uncovered in Egypt may be linked to the Book of Exodus
It was a find of Biblical proportions.
Giant vulture delays takeoff after taking plane hostage
Despite attempts by the pilots to scare it off by activating the tail flaps, the bird of prey remained still, forcing them to postpone the departure.
Mission to save NASA’s aging Swift space telescope called off after rescue spacecraft loses control
The mission to save NASA’s sinking Swift Observatory was called off Wednesday, dooming the telescope to a fiery reentry later this year.
California town takes drastic measure to stop cats killing endangered species
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Record-setting treasure haul discovered on medieval shipwreck hints at powerful Byzantine leader aboard
Archaeologists have discovered a Byzantine-era shipwreck loaded to bear with gold, jewels and other sunken baubles, suggesting that a high-ranking official was aboard the veritable treasure ship.
Archaeologists unveil skeletal remains they believe to be part of a ritual offering
The remains are believed to be those of a man who may have been sacrificed during a ritual in which a canal linked to a ceremonial pool was closed.