Ancient Indonesian Hunter-Gatherer Used Mind-Altering Nuts 25,000 Years Ago, Study Finds
Discovery pushes back evidence of human drug use by over 10,000 years, suggesting a long history of seeking psychoactive substances.
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New Project Tags Sharks Off Kent Coast to Study Marine Ecosystem
Kent Wildlife Trust initiative aims to gather crucial data on shark populations and behavior for conservation efforts.
Endangered Whale Shark Sighted Off California Coast
The rare, massive filter-feeder was spotted cruising between Malibu and Santa Barbara Island.
Mercury is Shrinking at a Faster Rate Than Previously Estimated
New research indicates the solar system's smallest planet is contracting 30% more than scientists had calculated.
First Adult T. Rex Trackway Discovered in North Dakota
A 23-foot-long series of footprints offers a rare glimpse into the behavior of the apex predator.
Mercury Is Shrinking More Than Previously Estimated, New Study Finds
Research suggests the planet's contraction is a key factor in its geological activity and overall understanding of planetary evolution.
Mercury Shrinking Faster Than Previously Believed, Study Finds
New analysis of spacecraft data suggests the solar system's smallest planet has lost up to 14 miles in diameter.
NASA's Curiosity Rover Discovers Unexplained Pits on Mars
Scientists are puzzled by the broad, shallow formations found on Mount Sharp, which do not match known geological processes.
Ancient Indonesian Foragers May Have Used Betel Nut as Drug 25,000 Years Ago
New research on skeletal remains suggests a long history of psychoactive substance use predating the advent of agriculture.