Researchers have identified a prehistoric marine reptile found in 1935 as a thalatosaurus, not a corystoder, using CT scans and…
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The first astronaut mission for Boeing’s Starliner capsule has been extended again.Starliner will remain docked with the International Space Station…
The rotation of Earth’s inner core began slowing down more than a decade ago, changing the length of our days…
There may be a ninth planet in our solar system waiting to be discovered — and no, it’s not Pluto.Our…
Geologists drilling into the massive ice sheet in West Antarctica have discovered the remains of an ancient river system that…
In 1665, astronomer Giovanni Domenico Cassini observed a huge storm blowing over Jupiter. They became known as the Great Red…
Through high-energy laser experiments, researchers have shown that magnesium oxide is likely the first mineral to solidify in the formation…
For thousands of years, philosophers have debated the purpose of language. Plato believed it was necessary for thinking. “Thought is…
The face of our oldest human ancestor has been recreated (Photo: Cicero Moraes/Pen News)If you’ve ever wondered what your ancestors…