Category: Science

People of the Americas have a Female Lineage from China

A groundbreaking new study has harnessed the power of mitochondrial DNA to trace a marvelous female lineage from northern coastal China all the way to the Americas. This has revealed compelling evidence of not one, but two migrations, during the last Ice Age, and… Continue Reading “People of the Americas have a Female Lineage from China”

Massive Outbreak of Jellyfish could now spell more trouble for Fisheries

The world’s oceans have been experiencing enormous blooms of jellyfish, apparently caused by over-fishing, declining water quality, and rising sea temperatures. Now, scientists are trying to determine if these outbreaks could represent a “new normal” in which jellyfish increasingly supplant fish. Among the spineless… Continue Reading “Massive Outbreak of Jellyfish could now spell more trouble for Fisheries”

Race against Time to save the 33,000-Year-Old Underwater Cosquer Cave

During glacial Pleistocene, the entry to the famous Cosquer Cave was 100 meters (330 ft) above sea level, but the Holocene sea level rise, propelled lately by climate change, has meant that the entrance to the cave is now 37 meters (121 ft) below… Continue Reading “Race against Time to save the 33,000-Year-Old Underwater Cosquer Cave”

Challenges and Triumphs in Underwater Archaeology

Digging the Deep Blue, where archaeology, the scientific study of human history and prehistory through the excavation and analysis of artifacts and other physical remains, has greatly evolved over time, providing a window onto the historic development of civilizations. From its crude beginnings to… Continue Reading “Challenges and Triumphs in Underwater Archaeology”

The Search for England’s Underwater City

In the depths of the English Channel lies a lost city that has been submerged for over 8,000 years. It is known as Doggerland. One maritime archaeologist , Garry Momber, has spent two decades exploring these waters to uncover its secrets. The English Channel… Continue Reading “The Search for England’s Underwater City”

Ball Lightning during Thunderstorms

Instances of ball lightning—glowing, electric orbs in the sky—have captivated and mystified us for centuries. The bizarre phenomenon, also known as globe lightning, usually appears during thunderstorms as a floating sphere that can range in color from blue to orange to yellow, disappearing within… Continue Reading “Ball Lightning during Thunderstorms”

Blood Rain in Spain

Rain showers can sometimes take a bizarre turn: in very rare cases, animals such as fish and frogs have been known to fall from the sky alongside water droplets, and around the world, people have experienced what’s known as blood rain, where the water… Continue Reading “Blood Rain in Spain”

ORIGINS OF EARTH DAY

In the decades leading up to the first Earth Day, Americans were consuming vast amounts of leaded gas through massive and inefficient automobiles. Industry belched out smoke and sludge with little fear of the consequences from either the law or bad press. Air pollution… Continue Reading “ORIGINS OF EARTH DAY”

Sea Shepherd adds New Ship to Operation Milagro in Mexico

Sea Shepherd Conservation Society debuted its new ship Seahorse in Operation Milagro to protect the Vaquita Porpoise. In Operation Milagro, Sea Shepherd and the Mexican Government protect the Zero Tolerance Area of the Vaquita Refuge by keeping the illegal fishing gear that ensnares the… Continue Reading “Sea Shepherd adds New Ship to Operation Milagro in Mexico”

Australia Zoo & Wildlife Warriors

Almost 17 years have passed since Steve Irwin was killed by a stingray while filming in the Great Barrier Reef, but not a day goes by when his daughter Bindi Irwin doesn’t think of him. And, as she tells HELLO! during a moving exclusive to… Continue Reading “Australia Zoo & Wildlife Warriors”

Crater Lake National Park

Established on May 22, 1902, Crater Lake National Park in Oregon is a natural wonder born out of a cataclysmic volcanic eruption. Crowning the Cascade Mountain Range, the park contains vibrant forests, bountiful wildlife and an awe-inspiring blue lake worthy of its nickname lake… Continue Reading “Crater Lake National Park”

Ancient Pyramids a journey through Time and Culture

Pyramids are one of the most iconic structures of ancient civilizations that continue to fascinate people around the world. Although the Egyptian pyramids at Giza are the most well-known, there are many other ancient pyramids around the world that are just as impressive and… Continue Reading “Ancient Pyramids a journey through Time and Culture”

Energy Ley Lines connect Ancient Places on Planet Earth

Invisible, mystical ‘energy lines’ are believed by some to criss-cross England. Bel Jacobs explores the history and meaning of ley lines, and talks to the artist they have inspired. arlier this year, artist and performer bones Tan Jones walked from Silvertown, in the London… Continue Reading “Energy Ley Lines connect Ancient Places on Planet Earth”