A change of tune: Birdsong evolves, says AI-powered study

A new study of songbirds has found evidence for a dynamic musical culture, with birdsong evolving over time due to aging and migration.

Mountain mystery: How’d that record tree get up here?

A professor discovered a record tree in California - a Jeffrey pine - which is now the highest tree to grow in the state. Global warming is the culprit.

Chimpanzees know how to party. Boozy fruit, anybody?

Do chimpanzees meet in parties to ingest alcohol like we do? For the first time, scientists have recorded chimps repeatedly eating and sharing fermented fruit.

Monday forecast: Tornado outbreak possible in upper Midwest

In a Monday forecast, severe weather with large hail, damaging wind gusts and intense tornadoes across the upper Midwest are expected.

Massive wildfire in New Jersey still burning. Images here.

The massive wildfire in New Jersey - which began burning in Ocean County yesterday - has burned thousands of acres, forced evacuations and closed roads.

First footage of colossal squid in deep ocean habitat

For the 1st time, scientists have captured footage of a colossal squid. See the young squid in the deep ocean waters of its home environment.

The yak is an imposing giant of the high mountains

The yak is an imposing animal that lives in one of the most inhospitable regions on the planet: the Himalayas. How can it withstand the extreme cold?

Spotlight on severe weather forecast for central U.S. Easter weekend

There's a severe weather forecast for parts of the central U.S. this Easter weekend. Stay weather aware and know where to go to stay safe.

Most meteorites that hit Earth aren’t typical. Why?

Observations and sample-return missions show us that space rocks tend to be rich in water, carbon and organic compounds. Yet meteorites on Earth are not. Why?

Mexican burrowing toad looks like a deflated balloon

The Mexican burrowing toad is an expert digger. It can survive extreme conditions and plays a key role in maintaining healthy ecosystems.

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