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World’s Oldest Fossils Reveal Life On Earth As Early As 3.7 Billion Years Ago

The discovery of the world's oldest fossils reveals that diverse life forms thrived on Earth 3.7 billion years ago.

Hey, Diddle Diddle, More Cows Born Around The Full Moon?

There might be some truth to the popular belief that more births happen during a full moon—at least with cows.

Female Fiddler Crabs Want Safety Over Sex: Study

When female fiddler crabs leave males behind during mating season, they aren't just being picky—they are seeking shelter from predators, research shows.

Primate Stem Cells Show Superior Pluripotency To Mouse Stem Cells: Study

The study identified a gene set useful for predicting the properties of human and monkey pluripotent stem cells.

Solving The Autism Puzzle Through Postsynaptic Density

Irregularities to the protein-rich compartments in neurons may contribute to various brain disorders like autism and seizure, scientists say.

How Do Lobsters Eat Venomous Jellyfish? The Secret’s In Their Poo (VIDEO)

By examining fresh lobster feces, researchers have found that the creatures secrete membranes that protect their intestines from jellyfish venom.

Researchers Crystallize Hydrogen Sulfide In Superconducting Phase

A team of Japanese researchers has unraveled the crystal structure of hydrogen sulfide, a promising superconducting material.

Human Activity Has Been Heating Up The Planet For 180 Years

Human-induced climate change is not just a 20th century phenomenon; it started much earlier, during the Industrial Revolution, a new study finds.

Logged Forests Remain Home To Great Mammal Diversity

Researchers have found that previously logged forests may be overlooked sources of refuge for mammals across different small-scale landscapes in Borneo.