Columbus, OH

If you’ve ever snacked on raisins or enjoyed a glass of wine, you may, in part, have the extinction of the dinosaurs to thank for it. In a discovery described in the journal Nature Plants, researchers found fossil grape seeds that range from 60 to 19 million years old in Colombia, Panama, and Peru. One of these species represents the earliest known example of plants from the grape family in the Western Hemisphere. These fossil seeds help show how the grape family spread in the years following the death of the dinosaurs.

Sixty-million-year-old grape seeds reveal how the death of the dinosaurs may have paved the way for grapes to spread

The Independent

 The oldest grape fossil uncovered by scientists in a new study reveals how the extinction of dinosaurs paved the way for the spread of the fruit and its related species across the globe.The research, published in the journal Nature Plants, found fossilised grape seeds ranging from 60 to 19 million years old in Colombia, Panama, and Peru.One of these represents the earliest known example of a grape family species in the Western Hemisphere, say researchers from Chicago’s Field Museum.“This discovery is important because it shows that after the extinction of the dinosaurs, grapes really started to spread across the...

Dinosaur extinction paved way for spread of grapes, study finds

Heath goannas, Australia’s giant scavenging lizards, might be the unlikely heroes sheep farmers have been waiting for. A new study led by the University of Cambridge shows these impressive reptiles could save the Australian sheep farming industry millions of dollars annually by naturally controlling blowfly populations. The research, published...

Giant Lizards Could Save Australian Sheep Farms Millions, Study Reveals

A-Z-Animals

When you think of flying animals, the first things that come to mind are birds. Birds are some of the closest relatives to dinosaurs, and they pretty much own the skies except for insects. However, there are also plenty of animals that fly that aren’t birds. In this article, we’ll discuss nine of the most […]

9 Animals That Fly (That Aren’t Birds!)

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Gardening Soul

Dragonflies are incredible natural predators of mosquitoes, capable of eating hundreds each day. By attracting dragonflies to your garden, you can create a natural defense against these pesky insects.

10 Plants That Attract Dragonflies for Mosquito Control

GreenMatters

Nature lovers everywhere know just how brutal things can be in the wild. And when it comes to survival of the fittest, sometimes that brutality comes from the most unlikely of places, like the docile-looking praying mantis. Thanks to alleged backyard footage, we now know just how fierce the praying mantis can be, especially when one turns their focus to eating something as adorable as a hummingbird. But, is there any truth to the stop-motion footage? Or is it doctored to make it look like the large bug is taking a bite out of the tiny bird? Keep reading to...

Horrifying Video Shows a Praying Mantis Eating a Hummingbird — but Is It Real?

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The number of relationships and marriages ending because of disloyalty are on the rise. Loyalty plays a key role in strengthening partners’ bond. Yet, some zodiac signs are more loyal than others. They remain committed and faithful to their partners throughout. Loyalty and honesty increases a person’s trust for you.

3 Zodiac Signs Who Are The Most Loyal

Deciding on which zodiac signs are the most dangerous is not an easy task as there could be many ways of determining what is considered dangerous. Dangerous of course could be a very subjective idea. Your own sign could also weigh heavily in making this list as certain signs, as we know, tend to be more compatible with some than others. So, what am I going to make these predictions based on? I am thinking that looking at the most formidable and dangerous people in our history might be a good way to make the determination of the most dangerous signs. Let’s see what we can learn.

3 Zodiac Signs That Are Born to be Bad

The poufs of colored flowers that emerge from hydrangea bushes are a sure sign that summer is here. These popular plants are superb, long-lasting garden ornaments. When their flowering season comes to an end, you might be wondering how to deadhead hydrangeas, and more importantly when. For pointers on deadheading...

How to Deadhead Hydrangeas for Bigger Blooms, According to a Horticulturist

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Masonville, NY

Five members of a Georgia family died in a plane crash in upstate New York, state police said in a news release Monday.

5 members of a Georgia family returning from a baseball tournament are dead after a plane crash in upstate New York

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There are so many ways to honor a loved one at your wedding. For bride Amy Perry, this was through the release of monarch butterflies. While the idea was already amazing in theory, she had no idea just how perfect it would be until the big moment arrived. This was a special tribute to her late dad. That’s why she did so during the ceremony — it was a way to make it feel as though he was there.

Bride Releases Butterflies To Honor Late Dad — What They Do Has Her Amazed

Joe Biden’s spotty debate performance immediately triggered new questions from worried Democrats about whether he would leave the presidential race.

What would happen if Biden decided to leave the race?

The head of Gaza’s largest hospital has claimed he was repeatedly tortured during his seven months in Israeli detention, following his sudden release Monday, in a move that highlighted growing rifts in the Israeli establishment.

Senior Gaza doctor alleges ‘severe torture’ following release from Israeli detention as politicians clash over decision

The mighty baobab has grown across mainland Africa, Madagascar and Australia for millions of years. But until now, scientists disputed where they came from.

Finally, an answer to a mystery surrounding these 1,000-year-old trees

The Trump Organization revealed plans Monday to develop a luxury Trump Tower in Saudi Arabia.

Trump Tower is coming to Saudi Arabia

Colorado State

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Cripple Creek, CO

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(Colorado) Colorado has many gems - Pikes Peak, Rocky Mountain National Park, Maroon Bells, and two of Thomas Dambo's wooden trolls. Dambo is a Danish artist, and his trolls are worldwide. Each troll serves as a unique tribute to the place they inhabit, honoring the history and culture of the location.

"Rita the Rock Planter" should be on your Colorado summer bucket list

Newark, NJ

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Morristown Minute

NEWARK, N.J. – Eight individuals associated with the "793 Bloods" street gang, a subset of the national Bloods gang, have been charged for their roles in a Newark-based drug trafficking organization, U.S. Attorney Philip R. Sellinger announced.

Eight '793 Bloods' Gang Members Charged in Newark Drug Network

August is a transitional month in the garden. As summer begins to wind down, it’s an excellent time to plant flowers that will bloom in the fall or even next spring. Planting in August allows flowers to establish themselves before cooler temperatures set in. Here are some beautiful and...

10 Flowers to Plant in AUGUST so Your Backyard Keeps Blooming

"There are plenty of other creepers and climbers that won't destroy everything you love." If you ever have a landscaping question and can't find the answer, reach out to your community. It may save your garden. This Redditor made the right decision when they posed a question in the subreddit...

Gardener receives adamant warnings against allowing plant to spread in garden bed: 'It'll overtake and kill your other plants'

Buford, GA

DeanLand

There's been a whole lotta shakin' goin' on in Northwest Georgia over the past 30 days. And, yes, some of it likely has been in the barn. A total of six earthquakes have been recorded in the northernwestern portion of the state over the past 30 days, according to data from the US Geological Survey (USGS).

6 Earthquakes Shake NW Georgia in 30 Days

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How a group of butterflies flew 2,600 miles across the Atlantic Ocean without stopping

A study found a group of painted lady butterflies traveled 2,600 miles across the Atlantic Ocean without stopping. Experts say it may be a world record...

How a group of butterflies flew 2,600 miles across the Atlantic Ocean without stopping

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