Deforestation might lead to more deadly mosquito bites.

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Police say at least 25 kids used e-bikes and scooters to evade arrest and intimidate drivers.

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The scrapes and rubs the mammals leave behind shine under UV light humans can't see.

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Their teeth hold tales of childhood nutritional stress.

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Over 11 years, citizen scientists collected billions of data signals for the SETI@home project.

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The two-horned prehistoric mammal went extinct about 8,700 years ago.

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The plant’s signature goo helps it thrive in the heat.

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Archaeologists say they located a Black Death burial site containing some of a village's 12,000 dead.

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The air in your house sucks—fix it with these Amazon deals on air purifiers and humidifiers.

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A recent pet seizure at Chicago’s O’Hare Airport illustrates ongoing confusion.

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Luke and Mike Bell’s Peregrine 4 achieved the milestone barely a month after it was taken from them.

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The animals are in good hands thanks to patience and a ‘pig whisperer.’

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Animal trials helped to restore order when the unspeakable happened.

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These wireless tags use the Apple Find My tech and can make a sound to help you find your wallet, phone, or whatever.

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Just about every camera and lens Canon makes is on sale right now at Adorama. Grab a mirrorless rig and make some photos and videos.

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Score huge savings on bags from Dakine, Patagonia, Mystery Ranch, Osprey, and more during this clearance sale.

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The medieval ‘cog’ was nearly 92 feet long and featured castles on its bow and stern.

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Race Against Rot shows how engaging with community may be a valuable resource.

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The tiny insects are older than dinosaurs.

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A cosmic outflow like this 'shouldn’t be there.’

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The purple gallinule found its way north through unusual winds.

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Most commercial planes get struck by lightning a couple times a year.

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One of the world’s most isolated islands is open to virtual tourists.

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The roughly 800-year-old ring shines with a brilliant blue gemstone.

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Even the Empire State Building would eventually crumble.

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This could well be Apple's most versatile app.

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At least 18 new baby North Atlantic right whales have been spotted swimming with their mothers.

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'Telling time is a very human thing.'

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Whether you play on PC or console, you'll want to grab these discounted Razer peripherals on sale at Amazon.

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If you've been thinking about investing in a high-performance piece from Arc'teryx, right now is the time to grab it.

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The biodegradable design could help keep plastic from becoming fish food.

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Archaeologists also located English Civil War cannonballs and a Tudor-era shoe near a Newcastle river.

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With great biological havoc comes great opportunity.

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Scientists document thousands of new plant and fungus species every year.

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Advances in genetics might help us see what set the Renaissance man apart.

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And why we should never do it again.

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This is high-end recovery gear that's worthy of professional athletes. It's a lot easier to stick to your resolutions when you recover faster.

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Iceberg A-23A is bigger than New York City, but its days are numbered.

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Like toddlers, some dogs can learn words by simply listening to humans talk.

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Your AirPods are now more useful than ever.

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Grab a discount heavy duty parka, rain jacket, flannel, or pretty much any other piece of clothing you need for cold weather.

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2025 MN45 is larger than eight football fields.

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The science behind games, brains, and what “smarter” really means.

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NASA astronaut Nichole Ayers spotted the summer storm while aboard the International Space Station.

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Go ahead and indulge.

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The 60,000-year-old relic contains traces of a toxic onion.

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The piece of Iron Age history is 33 percent gold and headed to auction.

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It doesn't actually cause arthritis.

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A psychedelic spider, sign of spring, a loud primate and more make Fauna & Flora’s 2026 Species to Watch List.

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These rare sea creatures live where the sun don't shine.

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Brewing byproduct may be a key sustainable secret ingredient.

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The world's longest-living vertebrates maintain their vision for centuries.

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Gaylord is home to its own herd of 60 elk and one of the largest wild herds in the United States.

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We’re in Las Vegas with two ears and a heart, on the search for the best in immersive open earbuds, portable Bluetooth speakers, powered stereo setups, and more.

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The failed star factory is nicknamed ‘Cloud-9.’

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Don't worry. They had parachutes.

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Cold weather season is in full effect. A well-placed space heater can make your home more comfortable while cutting your utility bill.

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This African penguin baby will sadly not be named after a hot dog.

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Coin collectors consider the rare 1804 dollar one of the field's most desirable trophies.

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A new study suggests the standard chessboard setup needs restructuring.

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Every January the hottest gear and gadgets are previewed in Las Vegas, and here’s just some of what we plan to see at this year’s Consumer Electronics Show.

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With human help, the mammals can defy 'the world’s most fundamental natural boundaries.'

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Bonobos, dolphins, and other animals can decode complex symbols.

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