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Archaeologists Discover 3,800-Year-Old Biblical Artifact in ‘Cave of Skulls’

In an extraordinary archaeological find, Israeli researchers have confirmed the discovery of a 3,800-year-old scarlet-red textile in the Judean Desert. The biblical artifact dates back to the Middle Bronze Age. This revelation, published in the Journal of Archaeological Science, sheds new light on ancient dyeing techniques and trade networks. The artifact was unearthed in 2016 […]

Chantel Brink

Chantel Brink

Freelance Writer

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Grocery store launches mini ‘bee-ers’ six-pack with sugar syrup to revive fading bees

In celebration of World Bee Day, Lidl has introduced a limited edition six-pack of miniature ‘bee-ers,’ containing sugar syrup designed to rejuvenate tired wild bees. This innovative campaign encourages Brits to assist weary bees by providing them with a refreshing drink when they need it most. Lidl’s New ‘Bee-ers’ Initiative to Revive Weary Bees The […]

Mayukh Saha

Mayukh Saha

Freelance Writer

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The Siberian ‘Gateway to Hell’ Is a Giant Crater That Won’t Stop Growing

In the desolate expanse of Siberia, a colossal crater known as the Batagay megaslump is expanding at an alarming rate. Locals have christened it the “Siberian Gateway to Hell,” and scientists are increasingly concerned about its growth and the implications it holds for the planet’s future. Unveiling the Siberian Gateway to Hell First discovered in […]

Mayukh Saha

Mayukh Saha

Freelance Writer

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Supercomputer Predicts The Year of Human Extinction

In the realms of scientific inquiries, the world over we are witnessing breakthroughs every now and then. However, there is one aspect that is not fully appreciated. It is the glimpse it casts into the future of our planet. It has some degree of both hope and fear about what exactly awaits us. The latest […]

Mayukh Saha

Mayukh Saha

Freelance Writer

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World First: Orangutan Observed Using Medicinal Plant to Treat Wound

Researchers have long documented human-like behaviors in animals. For instance, dolphins are known to play games with each other, and elephants mourn and bury their diseased brethren. But aside from sharing moods like playfulness and sadness, some animals display ingenuity that’s typically attributed only to people. In this case, a new study in the journal […]

Sarah Biren

Sarah Biren

Freelance Writer

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Scientists Discover a Planet That May Be Even More Habitable Than Earth

The relentless search for a habitable planet beyond our solar system might have taken a significant leap forward. Researchers have discovered a planet with a higher habitability rating than Earth, sparking excitement about the possibility of finding a second home for humanity. New Index Revealed to Identify Potentially Habitable Planets Scientists have developed a new […]

Mayukh Saha

Mayukh Saha

Freelance Writer

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Why Were There So Many Warnings About This Year’s Solar Eclipse?

Unless you were living under a rock, you probably already know that on April 8, 2024, a complete eclipse swept across parts of North America. Unlike the eclipse in 2017, this one occurred at the same time as the sun maximum. It was a spectacular show for those who were in the path of totality. […]

Mayukh Saha

Mayukh Saha

Freelance Writer

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Glow-In-the-Dark Flowers Are a Thing: Meet the Firefly Petunia

Get to know the special glow-in-the-dark flower this spring. The soft glow of these genetically modified petunias fills your garden. When you see a Firefly Petunia for the first time, you might think you’ve fallen down a rabbit hole into Wonderland. But these flowers really do glow in the dark. Scientists, including Karen Sarkisyan, a […]

Mayukh Saha

Mayukh Saha

Freelance Writer

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Genetically Modified Purple Tomatoes With Snapdragon DNA Are Now Available

American home gardeners are browsing seed catalogs and choosing their favorite heirlooms when they discover a new seed: a concord grape-colored tomato with plum-colored flesh. It seems alien, possibly Photoshopped. It’s not. Norfolk Plant Sciences spent 20 years hacking snapdragon flower color genes into this nightshade to make it purple. The genes produce pigment and […]

Chantel Brink

Chantel Brink

Freelance Writer

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5 Alarming Reasons Why You Should Never Ever Wear Flip-Flops Again

Many people find flip flops easy, affordable, and even stylish. Just slip into them and you’re flip flopping your way to the store, friend’s house, beach, or wherever you need to get to. However, there are problems that come with the abrupt change from well-supported feet to open-toed flip flops, and if you already have […]

Sean Cate

Sean Cate

Freelance Writer