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1.4 million-year-old jaw that was 'a bit weird for Homo' turns out to be from never-before-seen human relative

The newfound species belongs to the genus Paranthropus, whose nickname is "nutcracker man."

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Ancient duck-like creature discovered in Antarctica may be the oldest modern bird ever discovered

A new and nearly complete skull of Vegavis iaai discovered in Antarctica suggests that modern birds originated before the end-Cretaceous mass extinction.

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'It was so simple': How Antarctica's missing meteorites were discovered using a block of ice, a freezer and a lamp

"What if the iron stones were warming up to the point where they would actually melt the glacial ice beneath them and sink into it, perhaps even descending far enough so as to be hidden below the surface?"

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Scientists find giant magma reservoirs hidden beneath dormant volcanoes in the Cascades

The magma system beneath volcanoes may persist even after recent eruptions, a new study finds.

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Newly discovered quantum state could power more stable quantum computers

Scientists in Korea using 2D semiconducting materials discovered a new quantum state that could pave the way for more reliable data storage in quantum computers.

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Diagnostic dilemma: A man ended up in the ER after drinking 6 gallons of milk in 2 days

A man experiencing excessive thirst drank lots of milk, with dangerous consequences.

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Ocean plate from time of Pangaea is now being torn apart under Iraq and Iran

What was once the floor of an ancient ocean is still shaping the landscape between Arabia and Eurasia.

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Dwyane Wade diagnosis: What to know about kidney cancer

Retired NBA legend Dwyane Wade revealed his kidney cancer diagnosis on a recent podcast episode. Here's what to know about the disease.

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Jupiter's 'tormented moon' Io just unleashed the most powerful volcanic event ever seen

NASA's Juno spacecraft has discovered a giant volcanic hot spot on the surface of Jupiter's hellish moon Io. The eruptions in this area are chucking out six times the energy being produced by all Earth's power stations, researchers say.

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Rat numbers are skyrocketing across US cities — and it's only going to get worse

Rat populations are growing in cities around the world because of climate change. A new study explains why this is happening now and what we can do about it.

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New laser-based artificial neuron processes enormous data sets at high speed

A new artificial neuron that spikes like human brain cells could be used to process data at ultrafast speeds.

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Earth from space: Golden river of toxic waste spills out from deadly mining disaster in South Africa

A 2022 satellite photo shows a shimmering trail of dried, chemically-enriched mud left behind by a torrent of wastewater that flooded a South African mining town, killing three people.

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'We've just seen earthquake after earthquake after earthquake': Santorini earthquake swarm intensifies but likely won't trigger volcano

Santorini's earthquakes are intensifying as a rare earthquake swarm continues to rattle the Mediterranean's Aegean Sea. The earthquakes are probably caused by faults rather than volcanic activity.

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US reports 1st outbreak of 'highly pathogenic' H5N9 virus in poultry. Should we worry?

Nearly 119,000 birds have been culled at a farm in California after a bird flu called H5N9 was detected among the poultry.

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12 pivotal moments in the history of robotics, from Isaac Asimov to self-driving cars

From Isaac Asimov's Three Laws of Robotics to bipedal machines you can buy today, here are 12 important milestones in the development of robots.

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Dolní Vĕstonice Portrait Head: The oldest known human portrait in the world

A tiny head carved from mammoth ivory looks back at us from the Stone Age.

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How do Hula-Hoops work?

How do Hula-Hoops keep from falling down as we twirl them around?

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Ice age Europeans as young as 10 years old rocked cheek piercings 30,000 years ago

A study of Paleolithic skeletons from Central Europe suggests people's teeth were worn down and crowded together because of cheek piercings.

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Human evolution quiz: What do you know about Homo sapiens?

This human evolution quiz will test your knowledge of our species, including when and how we evolved.

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Space photo of the week: James Webb and Hubble telescopes unite to solve 'impossible' planet mystery

New James Webb Space Telescope observations of a star cluster called NGC 346 are shedding light on how, when and where planets formed in the early universe.

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Which planet is closest to the sun?

Mercury takes only 88 Earth days to orbit the sun.

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Are birds reptiles?

If you're wondering whether birds are reptiles, know this: The reptile family tree is more varied and diverse than you might realize.

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Earth's crust is peeling away under California

A section of the upper mantle and crust under the Sierra Nevada mountains is peeling away, in a process that may mimic how the continents were formed.

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7 haunting caves ancient humans used for art, burials and butchering

From stunning artwork to evidence of elaborate prehistoric butchering, Live Science takes a look at seven amazing caves that contain archaeological remains.

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It's tough to resist scratching an itch — and evolution may be to blame

A new study conducted in mice suggests that, although it's not all good, our urge to scratch at itchy skin may have an evolutionary benefit.

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