Columbus, OH

Glossy black-cockatoos are seed-eating birds that feed almost exclusively on the cones of drooping sheoak trees. However, counter-intuitively, they select trees that grow on the poorest soils found on ancient sedimentary rocks. "Sheoak trees are three times more likely to be used as feeding trees if they are growing on...

Research shows that glossy black-cockatoos prefer to feed from trees growing in acidic soils

QUEENSLAND, Australia — Researchers have unearthed new fossil remains of an ancient human species that was remarkably small in stature on the Indonesian island of Flores. These newly found bones and teeth belong to the species Homo floresiensis, affectionately nicknamed “hobbits” due to their diminutive size. The fossils, dating back roughly 700,000 years, suggest that these ancient humans were even more petite than their later descendants.

New fossils reveal ancient hobbits were even tinier than scientists thought

CHICAGO — In the annals of space exploration, few dreams have captivated the human imagination quite like terraforming Mars — the process of turning a barren planet into an Earth-like world. Now, a team of scientists has proposed a revolutionary method that could bring this sci-fi fantasy one step closer to reality. Their secret weapon? Engineered dust particles no larger than a speck of glitter.

Red Planet revival: Scientists propose warming Mars to make it habitable using dust

Food & Wine

You can enjoy fresh produce and still keep your kitchen pest-free. Here’s how.

How to Get Rid of Fruit Flies in the Kitchen, According to an Exterminator

A-Z-Animals

Hummingbirds are very fast animals. Their wings beat 80 times per second, and their heart beats up to 1,260 beats per minute. But their wings and circulatory systems aren’t the only things that are speedy. Hummingbirds have one of the fastest metabolisms of any animal on the planet. In fact, their metabolisms are over 75 […]

4 Foods You Can Feed Hummingbirds Other than Sugar Water

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Kansas City, MO

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Disclaimer: This article was written with the help of A.I. software. Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes, known for his prowess on the football field, made a personal announcement during a press conference on Tuesday. The three-time Super Bowl champion revealed that he and his wife, Brittany Mahomes, are expecting their third child and that this will be their last.

Patrick Mahomes Reveals He's 'Done' Having Kids with Wife Brittany Mahomes After Baby No. 3

Athens, GA

ATHENS, Ga. — It sounds like science fiction: a simple supplement that can help override your genetic programming. Yet a new study from the University of Georgia suggests this might not be far from reality. Their research indicates that fish oil could help millions of people swim against the tide of their cholesterol-raising genes.

Fish oil may rewrite genetic destiny for people prone to high cholesterol

While common, terracotta pots are not a one-size-fits-all solution when it comes to your green friends. According to gardening experts, many plants will actually struggle when placed in terracotta pots. Below, we're sharing four plant types that you will want to pay special attention to when gardening. Ferns. Ferns will...

4 Plants You Should Never Plant in a Terracotta Pot, According to Gardeners

Egyptian fencer Nada Hafez revealed she was seven months pregnant in an Instagram post after competing in the women’s individual saber competition at the Paris Olympics. “What appears to you as two players on the podium, they were actually three! It was me, my competitor, and my yet-to-come to our world, little baby!”

Training for two: Olympians challenging gender norms by competing while pregnant

Apples are a delicious fruit that grows in abundance from late summer through fall. And while picking your own apples from the orchard is a fun seasonal activity, have you ever considered making your own tiny orchard in your backyard? After finishing an apple, harvest the seeds and plant them in small containers. Soon, the seeds will germinate, and you'll be well on your way to growing an apple tree.

How to Plant Apple Seeds So They Grow Into Fruit-Bearing Trees

As a medical student, nails were one part of my anatomy course that I really struggled with. I found it difficult, at first, to stomach the sight of painful nail injuries. My squeamishness may have stemmed from witnessing someone sharply removing a plaster from their stubbed big toe – only to take the whole toenail away with it. Ouch. I’ve recovered now, which is lucky since nails can tell doctors a lot about the health of a patient.

What your nails can tell you about your health

Gardening Know How

High summer is synonymous with deadheads and straggly growth, so it’s tempting to reach for the cutters. But here are the plants you should not prune in summer – and why

Don’t Trim These Plants Before Fall: 7 Plants You Should Not Prune In Summer

While there are plenty of beneficial insects and cute mammals in your yard, there are also a lot of garden pests. These can be insects wanting to dine on your vegetables, or they can be animals who've decided to dig underneath your garden's foundation, like gophers. Of course, not all...

11 Garden Pests That Are Eating Your Plants—and How to Stop Them

Quick Answer: There’s no mistaking the dizzying display of a hummingbird’s wings as it zips around from flower to flower looking for nectar. But often, that same frantic action is used to chase other hummingbirds. So, why do hummingbirds chase each other? Are these tiny, unique creatures simply having fun, or is there another reason? […]

Discover Why Hummingbirds Chase Each Other

It’s become clear to farmers and home gardeners alike that climate change is affecting the gardening landscape, literally. The climate is warming, pests are moving into different regions, and there’s a growing need for vegetable varieties that are resilient to the stresses of this new age. In the...

An Expert Vegetable Breeder On Innovating Crops For The Future

Find out what professional exterminators and entomologists say about getting rid of termites and how to prevent them from attacking your home. Termites are elusive wood-eating insects that can cause costly damage to your home. Believe it or not, these critters are actually a valuable part of our ecosystem. They are a food source for other animals, their tunneling is good for the soil and their feeding habits are hugely important for wood decomposition. This latter activity is where the human world and the termite world collide: You see the difference between a tree stump and your deck supports, but wood is wood to a termite.

How to Get Rid of Termites

Many of the insects attracted to our plants are beneficial pollinators such as bees and butterflies, which help fruits and flowers to thrive—but not all bugs in a garden are beneficial. Some of the most popular plants and vegetables are also hotspots for pests we don't want anywhere near...

6 Plants That Attract Unwanted Pests (And You Should Get Rid of Them ASAP), Pros Say

Every item on this page was chosen by a Veranda editor. We may earn commission on some of the items you choose to buy. Peace lily plants are one of the easiest houseplants to grow, even for beginners! With shiny, strappy leaves and long-lasting spoon-shaped white flowers, this plant looks good in any room of the house. Best of all, you won’t have to fuss with them because peace lilies are low maintenance houseplants that can live for decades with the right care.

Here's How to Care for Peace Lily Plants the Right Way

Some plants actually prefer soil that isn’t perfect, so don’t be discouraged - learn all about plants that grow in bad soil.

Best Plants For Poor Soil – These 8 Plants Are Happy To Grow Anywhere!

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Why do plants make fruit? Cricket guts reveal fascinating answer

KOBE, Japan — Nature’s ingenuity knows no bounds. On a remote Japanese island, researchers have uncovered a seed dispersal system so unique, it’s challenging everything we...

Why do plants make fruit? Cricket guts reveal fascinating answer

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