Cave Art Discovery Suggests Early Humans Traveled from Wales to Ireland
Researchers believe the discovery of ancient cave art indicates the first humans in Ireland likely arrived via a land bridge from Wales during the last Ice Age.
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Study Finds 96% of Tuna Infected With Parasitic Worms
Researchers warn that some parasites can pose health risks to humans, even after cooking.
Ig Nobel Prizes Honor Cockroach Milk, Underwear Soil Studies
The satirical awards ceremony, held outside the U.S. for the first time, celebrated unusual and imaginative scientific contributions.
Ancient Whale Fossil Unearthed on Northern Ireland Beach
A 10-year-old boy discovered the ancient marine mammal fossil while searching for other fossils.
Dark Matter Experiment Detects Potential Signature
The LUX-ZEPLIN experiment in South Dakota may have detected the elusive particle.
Cockroach Milk and Nose-Blowing Researchers Among Ig Nobel Prize Winners
The satirical science awards ceremony, held outside the U.S. for the first time, honored unusual and imaginative contributions.
Mysterious Tracks on Mars Reignite Extraterrestrial Life Debate
An image captured by NASA's Curiosity rover showing unusual ground patterns has fueled speculation about potential life or unknown mechanical activity on the Red Planet.
Chilean Researchers Use Copper Vests to Aid Penguin Recovery
Innovating with familiar materials, scientists are testing copper and zinc-infused garments on Humboldt penguins to accelerate healing of injuries exacerbated by climate change.
BepiColombo Spacecraft Near Mercury After Nearly Decade-Long Voyage
The European and Japanese spacecraft separated from their cruiser and are now on the final leg of their journey to the solar system's smallest planet.