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Ancestors may have walked upright four million years ago
Ancient footprints in Tanzania reveal features essential for an upright gait. Read more about our ancestors walking upright earlier than previously believed.
July 27, 2011
A skyscraper + ferris wheel + zoo. Wait…what?
Influx Studio hopes a rare architectural combination of skyscraper, ferris wheel and zoo will inspire Buenos Aires residents to take action that helps wildlife.
July 27, 2011
Why fish farming gets a bad rap in America
In America, fish farming or aquaculture usually elicits a neutral or negative response from people. Why is this? Find out on EarthSky.
July 27, 2011
Aging brains are different in humans and chimps
Evolution of human longevity led to both a large brain and brain shrinkage, compared to chimpanzees, say researchers. Read more on aging brains.
July 27, 2011
A tipping point for the spread of ideas?
Researchers say the tipping point where a minority belief becomes the majority opinion is at 10 percent. Read more about this tipping point.
July 27, 2011
Millions felt the heat in the Eastern US this past weekend
Newark recorded an all-time record high of 108 F on July 22, 2011. Nighttime lows were in the low 80s - they're typically in the low 60s. Read more on the heat.
July 26, 2011
New nebula discovered by amateur
An amateur astronomer from Austria helping with the Kepler search for planets like Earth finds a beautiful nebula -- Kronberger 61.
July 26, 2011
Rhode Island approves ocean management plan
On July 22, Rhode Island approved an Ocean Special Area Management Plan (Ocean SAMP) that may provide a model for coastal management throughout the U.S.
July 26, 2011
Mystery moon domes found on far side
Mysterious volcanic domes - rich in silica - have been found on the far side of the moon. Their origin remains enigmatic. Read more about mystery moon domes.
July 26, 2011
Final photo of Atlantis in space: End of an era
On July 21, just 21 minutes before Atlantis' final deorbit burn, astrophotographer Thierry Legault captured this image of the shuttle crossing in front of the sun.
July 25, 2011
