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'It makes no sense to say there was only one origin of Homo sapiens': How the evolutionary record of Asia is complicating what we know about our species
As experts study the human fossil record of Asia, many have come to see it as telling a different story than what happened in Europe and Africa.
Three Whale Rock: Thailand's 75-million-year-old stone leviathans that look like they're floating in a sea of trees
Three Whale Rock is a geological formation and tourist attraction in Thailand's Phu Sing Forest Park that looks remarkably like a small family of whales.
DNA has an expiration date. But proteins are revealing secrets about our ancient ancestors we never thought possible.
Analysis of ancient proteins may fill in the gaps of human evolution left by the decomposition of DNA.
Five simple wildlife photography tips for better shots without fancy gear
Capture stunning wildlife shots with the gear you already own — no fancy kit needed, just smart tips, good light and a bit of patience.
Girl's dental trouble caused a life-threatening eye infection
A girl went to her dentist complaining of a toothache and swelling around her eye. It turned out the two problems were connected.
10 bizarre 'dark voids' appear in the skies over uninhabited island near Antarctica
Earth from space A 2016 satellite photo shows nearly a dozen swirling dark spots that emerged in the clouds over Heard Island in the Indian Ocean.
Sabu Disk: A mysterious 5,000-year-old Egyptian stone sculpture that looks like a hubcap
This unique disk-shaped bowl, found in a 5,000-year-old Egyptian tomb, has puzzled archaeologists for nearly a century.
What would space sound like if we could hear it?
In space, no one can hear you scream — here's why.
