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Since our planet’s living conditions changed throughout existence, living animals adapted to this change or went extinct. Some animals have managed to adapt for millions of years and still exist today. What are the 13 oldest animal species still living on Earth? 13 Oldest Living Animals on Earth These are 13 of the oldest animal […]

The 13 Oldest Animal Species Still Living on Earth in 2024

The Independent

 A 43-year-old Australian avocado farmer found the fossilized remains of a pterosaur in the Australian outback that scientists now say is a new species of the prehistoric flying reptile which lived alongside the dinosaurs.Kevin Peterson, who reportedly also works as a curator at the Kronosaurus Korner Museum in Richmond, Australia, first discovered bones of the reptile in 2021. Paleontologists announced on Wednesday that the bones found in central Queensland were from a previously unknown species of pterosaur, a giant winged reptile that lived 100 million years ago.Mr Petersen, who has a deep interest in paleontology, found the bones while...

Avocado farmer’s discovery in Australian outback is new species of pterosaur, scientists say

ScienceAlert

A collection of new species discovered lurking on the seafloor exemplifies exactly how alien this strange world is. In the Clarion-Clipperton Zone of the Pacific Ocean between Mexico and Hawaii, marine scientists have discovered animals humanity has never seen before: creatures who live very different lives, in the permanent darkness of the abyssopelagic.

Alien-Looking Species Seen For First Time Ever in Ocean's Darkest Depths

Important scientific discoveries often come from the most unassuming sources. Such is the case with a modest, 6-centimeter-wide fossil of bone and teeth discovered on a Texas beach that belonged to a prehistoric large cat. Initially, this fossil might not catch the eye, looking more like a nondescript, lumpy rock...

"Ugly" fossil find reveals secrets of large prehistoric cats

Scientists have uncovered the remains of a small, ancient predatory reptile in Brazil, shedding new light on the diversity of crocodile-like creatures that roamed the Earth before dinosaurs took center stage. The newly described species, named Parvosuchus aurelioi, lived approximately 237 million years ago during the Middle-Late Triassic period. A...

New Ancient Crocodile-Like Reptile Unearthed in Brazil

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The frozen continent of Antarctica is, paradoxically, a hotbed of volcanic activity.The ice-capped region is home to some 138 volcanoes nestled beneath the snow, 91 of which were discovered as recently as 2017.Whilst most of them are considered dormant or possibly extinct, three have erupted in recent history according to the Smithsonian Institution’s Global Volcanism Program: Penguin Island in 1905; Deception Island in 1970, and Mount Erebus in 1972.The latter of these is arguably Antarctica’s most famous – winning the titles of tallest active volcano on the continent – with its summit standing at 12,448 feet (3,794 metres) – and...

Volcano in Antarctica spews out $6,000-worth of gold each day

New York Post

A man walking his dog in the United Kingdom inadvertently helped archaeologists and geologists make surprising discoveries at a local beach, officials say.

Northumberland Coast National Landscape officials published a blog post about the recent discoveries last week. The dog walker was on a stroll at Foxton Bay in Northumberland, located in North East England, when he spotted unusual pits near the shore.

Officials thought that the pits could possibly be graves dating back to the Bronze Age or the medieval era. But experts changed their minds after an excavation.

“These pits are thought to be bait or fish tanks from the post-medieval or modern periods rather than burial...

Man walking his dog unearths unexpected discovery on the beach

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USA TODAY

A rare fish species washed ashore on a Northern Oregon beach. See the photos of what could be the biggest specimen ever sampled.

See the rare, 7-foot sunfish that washed ashore in northern Oregon

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

In the South American country of Suriname, the Maroon community is growing incredible, rare strains of rice made to flourish in the world's changing weather, The Guardian reported. The Maroons are descendants of Africans brought to Suriname as slaves by Dutch landowners in the 17th century. Their ancestors escaped from...

Rare rice seeds hidden by ancestor fleeing from slavery have been harvested for generations — now the rice could be key to climate resilience

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

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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

A scientist who found the oldest water ever discovered on Earth decided the best course of action was, of course, to drink it.
Professor Barbara Sherwood Lollar was leading a team of geologists studying a Canadian mine in 2016 when she made the remarkable discovery.
The flowing water about three kilometres below the surface was between 1.5bn and 2.6bn years old, according to tests, making it the oldest water found on Earth.
“When people think about this water they assume it must be some tiny amount of water trapped within the rock,” said Prof Sherwood Lollar. 
“But in fact it’s very much bubbling...

Scientist discovers oldest water on Earth and drinks it

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

The US Sun

A NEW species of Pterosaur - a giant, flying, carnivorous reptile - has been discovered in the Australian outback. Kevin Peterson, who has a deep interest in paleontology, found the bones in 2021 while hunting for gold. The fossilised remains reveal a "fearsome" reptilian beast with an enormous 15ft wingspan,...

New species of ‘fearsome’ prehistoric flying reptile unearthed with wings as big as an entire giraffe

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The global economic collapse is adversely affecting relationships. Some zodiac signs are struggling to pick partners who will stand by them when they are financially unstable. The zodiac greatly affects people’s character. However, it isn’t the only thing you should consider when choosing a lover. Select someone who is understanding and you are compatible. This might be time-consuming but it is worth it. Which reliable zodiac signs are ideal to start a long-term relationship with?

4 Zodiac Signs Who Always Stand Up For Their Partner

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The stumps look completely out of place, but the truth is they are out of time.

Mummified Fossil Forest Shows How Walnuts Once Thrived In The Arctic

Chunks of Earth's primordial crust, or original crust, have been discovered deep underground in Australia.Rocks almost four-billion-years-old have been discovered near Collie, south or Perth, in addition to the rocks already known in the Murchison district of Western Australia of a similar age.Researchers have said it suggests the ancient rocks of Western Australia cover a far greater area than previously thought which are buried deep in the crust as these two examples are around 1,000km apart, according to The Conversation.Chris Kirkland, Professor of Geochronology at Curtin University, said: "The ancient crust of Australia is crucial for understanding the early Earth,...

Oldest known chunks of Earth's crust discovered deep underground in Australia

NASA's Perseverance Mars rover took a shortcut to steer clear of a path riddled with boulders — and stumbled into a field full of stones the likes of which scientists have never seen before on the Red Planet. On its fourth campaign since landing three years ago, the tireless...

NASA Rover Discovers Strange Stones, Never Before Seen on Mars

Immerse yourself in the vivid history of Gold Rush era ghost towns. Explore remnants of bustling mining communities frozen in time. Wander through eerie Nevada silver mining towns, haunted by the echoes of labor and sacrifice. Witness dilapidated Colorado boomtowns, symbols of the mining frenzy's harsh realities. Experience the Wild West in Arizona's lawless ghost towns, each with unique stories to tell. Discover Oregon Trail settlements, resting points for weary pioneers on their 2,000-mile journey. These ghost towns preserve tales of resilience and perseverance, offering a glimpse into the untold stories of America's past.

Exploring Gold Rush Era Ghost Towns in USA

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60 million-year-old seeds reveal that dinosaur extinction paved the way for grapes

When an asteroid wiped out the dinosaurs, new animals and plants competed to survive on a changing planet. Grapes were the unlikely winners 60 million years...

60 million-year-old seeds reveal that dinosaur extinction paved the way for grapes

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