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Paleontology & Fossils Jun 15, 2023

New armored dinosaur named for museum professor

A new armored dinosaur, known as an ankylosaur, has been described and named for Prof Paul Barrett of the Natural History Museum.

Environment May 5, 2023

How to make your next holiday better for the environment

Being an environmentally friendly tourist can be challenging. Tourism is an industry that brings many negative environmental impacts—our pleasure often comes at the expense of local habitats or wildlife.

Ecology Feb 1, 2023

Monarch butterflies wintering in California rebound

The population of western monarch butterflies wintering along the California coast has rebounded for a second year in a row after a precipitous drop in 2020, but the population of orange-and-black insects is still well below ...

Social Sciences Jan 30, 2023

Young people are drinking less—here's an alternative to try on your next night out

A new leisure trend is providing an alternative to pubs and bars for young people whose alcohol consumption has been declining for years.

Planetary Sciences Dec 23, 2022

NASA explores a winter wonderland on Mars

Cube-shaped snow, icy landscapes, and frost are all part of the Red Planet's coldest season.

Social Sciences Dec 19, 2022

'Untraditional' Hanukkah celebrations are often full of traditions for Jews of color

Hanukkah, the Jewish "festival of lights," commemorates a story of a miracle, when oil meant to last for one day lasted for eight. Today, Jews light the menorah, a candelabra with eight candles—and one "helper" candle, ...

Space Exploration Dec 16, 2022

Christmas comes early for Aeolus with improved laser performance

ESA's wind mission continues to shine as engineers have worked their Christmas magic. With a switch back to its original laser, Aeolus is now shining more than twice as brightly with its best ever performance—just in time ...

Plants & Animals Dec 14, 2022

Nighttime lights—which shine brighter in many US cities during holidays—may harm wildlife, experts say

They light up the night on the darkest days of the year.

Social Sciences Dec 14, 2022

Drawn to bustling markets, shops or malls this holiday season? Good vibes could explain it

The holiday season is here, and some may plan to go shopping along local Main Streets, popular city districts, malls or to enjoy time with friends and family in restaurants.

Plants & Animals Dec 13, 2022

Despite its romantic reputation, mistletoe is a nutrient-stealing parasite

Mistletoe may be a welcome holiday sight when hung over a doorway if a loved one is near. But it can be an unwelcome intruder when found in your trees, according to a Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service horticulturist.

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