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British researchers find fossils showing Loch Ness monster-type creature 'plausible'

July 28, 2022

British researchers find fossils showing Loch Ness monster-type creature 'plausible'

British scientists say the recent discovery of a plesiosaur fossil in a freshwater river system shows the existence of lake-dwelling Loch Ness monster-type creature was "plausible."

With shark sightings on the rise on East Coast, scientists theorize conservation efforts may play a role

July 27, 2022

With shark sightings on the rise on East Coast, scientists theorize conservation efforts may play a role

Officials are considering the rise in shark sightings along the east coast to be a positive sign of ecological recovery and cleaner waters for animals.

Cats classified as 'invasive alien species' by Polish scientific institute

July 26, 2022

Cats classified as 'invasive alien species' by Polish scientific institute

Polish Academy of Sciences now considers cats an "invasive alien species" due to their hunting and killing of birds, other animals. Alley Cat Allies president Becky Robinson responds.

Intelligence Committee members warn US of bioweapons targeting DNA of individual Americans

July 24, 2022

Intelligence Committee members warn US of bioweapons targeting DNA of individual Americans

Rep. Jason Crow, D-Colo, has warned Americans of the potential for biological weapons that can target specific people based on their DNA or that of a close relative.

Monarch butterflies are officially on the endangered species list

July 21, 2022

Monarch butterflies are officially on the endangered species list

Scientists have taken notice as the population of monarch butterflies has been decreasing over the past few years. The species has been categorized as endangered.

Supermoon to make encore appearance Wednesday

July 12, 2022

Supermoon to make encore appearance Wednesday

A supermoon will be visible tomorrow as a unique combination of the full moon and the moon coming closer to Earth than usual will make the moon appear bigger and brighter.

CERN touts discovery of exotic particles amid third run of Large Hadron Collider

July 5, 2022

CERN touts discovery of exotic particles amid third run of Large Hadron Collider

CERN, the world's largest atom smasher, has resumed operations after a three-year pause for maintenance and routine checks, observing three new exotic particles.

Burmese python weighing over 200 lbs. caught in Naples, Florida: ‘Next-level snake’

June 23, 2022

Burmese python weighing over 200 lbs. caught in Naples, Florida: ‘Next-level snake’

Researchers at the Conservancy of Southwest Florida caught a massive Burmese python in Naples, Florida; it broke records as removal efforts of the species continues.

'Forever chemicals' in water and packaging can risk health, EPA says

June 15, 2022

'Forever chemicals' in water and packaging can risk health, EPA says

The EPA is warning that two nonstick and stain-resistant compounds found in drinking water could cause serious threats to health, even in low levels.

Southern China sinkhole discovered, home to towering ancient trees

May 17, 2022

Southern China sinkhole discovered, home to towering ancient trees

A massive sinkhole was discovered in south China with ancient trees over 130 feet in length growing at the bottom, according to reports.