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Fossils may be earliest link to modern humans
Two-million-year-old fossils in South Africa may be earliest known link to modern humans. It is a new species of primate and possibly the oldest human ancestor.
September 29, 2011
Two great videos carry you aboard ISS, flying over planet Earth
These two great videos give the feeling of being aboard the International Space Station, orbiting above our planet's night side.
September 28, 2011
A good night’s sleep might help your memory
Study shows that a good night's sleep is very important to your memory. The study suggests that during sleep, your brain is processing information without your awareness.
September 28, 2011
Global warming to influence ozone-related deaths, says study
Belgium, France, Spain and Portugal may see global warming ozone-related deaths increase up to 14 percent over the next 50 years, according to a new study.
September 27, 2011
Killer whales on trial for attacks on humans
Killer whales spark federal hearings and could affect animal welfare, trainer safety and the future of marine parks after a trainer was killed at Seaworld.
September 27, 2011
Earthquake at Washington Monument means it needs repairs
Check out this video showing terrified visitors inside the Washington Monument as a 5.8-magnitude earthquake shook the U.S. East Coast on August 23, 2011.
September 27, 2011
Strong to severe geomagnetic storm in progress. Aurora alert!
A geomagnetic storm is in progress. If it's nighttime, and you're at a high latitude, go outside and look for auroras! And quit worrying, you. Just enjoy.
September 26, 2011
Green roofs: Are they green?
Green roofs might be able to compensate for urban habitat lost at ground level, but there isn't much information of how well they match ground-based habitats.
September 26, 2011
Wangari Maathai, Nobel laureate, on planting trees and protecting forests
People around the world are mourning the death of Wangari Muta Maathai, Africa's first woman Nobel laureate and Kenya's foremost environmental conservationist.
September 26, 2011
Pigs with H1N1 virus revealed by study in Africa
The first evidence pigs with H1N1 virus has been published. The study found that 89 percent of pigs tested had the virus.
September 26, 2011
