Virginia Tech researchers unraveled new evidence that suggests the earliest known mass extinction event on Earth was caused by a drop in oxygen levels about 550 million years ago.This marks the sixth, … [Read more...] about Virginia Tech researchers discover sixth mass extinction event
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NASA telescope shows spectacular hourglass image surrounding star formation
NASA’s James Webb Space Telescope has captured another stunning image, showing the formation of new stars. Taken with the $10 billion observatory's Near-Infrared Camera (NIRCam), the picture reveals … [Read more...] about NASA telescope shows spectacular hourglass image surrounding star formation
Meteorite not cause of California house fire, officials say
California fire officials say that a house that caught fire in rural Nevada County earlier in the month was not struck by a meteorite.Penn Valley Fire Protection District Captain Clayton Thomas told … [Read more...] about Meteorite not cause of California house fire, officials say
Fentanyl ‘vaccine’ may have been discovered, researchers say
A team of researchers at the University of Houston may have developed a "vaccine" blocking the ability of the dangerous synthetic opioid fentanyl to enter the brain. The findings, published late last … [Read more...] about Fentanyl ‘vaccine’ may have been discovered, researchers say
Large underwater volcano likely erupting beneath Pacific Ocean’s surface, scientists warn
A large submarine volcano is likely erupting deep beneath the Pacific Ocean.However, scientists don't know for sure because the Ahyi Seamount is so inaccessible. Located in the U.S. Commonwealth of … [Read more...] about Large underwater volcano likely erupting beneath Pacific Ocean’s surface, scientists warn
Oregon State University to develop greener rechargeable battery
A research team led by Oregon State University is planning to develop a new rechargeable battery that could reduce the need for environmentally destructive mining of rare minerals like nickel and … [Read more...] about Oregon State University to develop greener rechargeable battery
Stone fish trap found near Alaskan coast believed to be over 11,000 years old, researchers say
Scientists exploring an underwater region off the coast of Alaska discovered an ancient stone fish trap that may be the oldest ever found. University academics working with the Sealaska Heritage … [Read more...] about Stone fish trap found near Alaskan coast believed to be over 11,000 years old, researchers say
Closest known black hole to Earth discovered after years-long hunt
Astronomers have reportedly discovered the closest-known black hole to Earth.BH1 was located about 1,600 light-years away in the constellation Ophiuchus, making it three times nearer to Earth than the … [Read more...] about Closest known black hole to Earth discovered after years-long hunt
Blood moon lunar eclipse expected on election day, last one for three years
An ominous blood moon lunar eclipse will hang in the sky early on the morning of next week’s midterm elections. "A total lunar eclipse is on the way to provide a little celestial magic early on the … [Read more...] about Blood moon lunar eclipse expected on election day, last one for three years
Hawaii’s Mauna Loa volcano: Earthquakes rumble, sending warning signs of possible eruption
More earthquake swarms have been detected at the world's largest active volcano. The U.S. Geological Survey's Hawaiian Volcano Observatory said Wednesday that Mauna Loa continues to be in a state of … [Read more...] about Hawaii’s Mauna Loa volcano: Earthquakes rumble, sending warning signs of possible eruption
