1,000-Year-old Scientific Instrument Was Passed Between Muslims and Jews, Historic Neighbors for Centuries
The instrument was adapted, translated, and corrected for centuries by Muslim, Jewish, and Christian users in Spain, North Africa, and Italy.
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First Known Photos of 'Lost Bird' Not Seen in 2 Decades are Captured by University of Texas Scientists
For the first time, scientists have captured photos of a bird in Africa unseen for nearly 20 years-the striking yellow-crested helmetshrike.
Overlooked Drug Proven to Be Superior Treatment for Crohn's Disease-Helping Patients Avoid Surgery
Infliximab works by blocking an inflammatory cytokine, the proteins that cause acute inflammatory reactions like swelling.
More Than 100 New Species of Stunning Marine Life Found Near Underwater Mountains (LOOK)
More than 100 new species of alien-looking marine life have been discovered living near huge underwater mountains off the coast of Chile.
Pony-Sized Dinosaurs Swam or Floated Across Hundreds of Miles of Ocean from America to Colonize Africa
The anatomy of the new species fits that of the European species, prompting researchers to reluctantly suggest the dinosaurs swam to Africa.
Deep Sea Octopus Nursery With 4 New Species Confirmed by Marine Biologists
At the hatchery, the females were photographed incubating their eggs with their suckers pointing out as a defense strategy.
1,000 year old Viking Sword Fished out of an Oxfordshire River with a Magnet
Vikings occupy are large chunk of English history during this time period when the island was invaded by the "Great Heathen Army".
Archaeologists Unearth the Long-Lost Top Half of an Enormous Ramses II Statue
With both halves together, the statue towers over mortals at 23 feet tall, and depicts perhaps the greatest of all Egyptian rulers seated.
Broadcasting Audio of Healthy Reef Sounds Can Spur Degraded Coral to New Life
A reef degraded by coral bleaching or disease can be revived by broadcasting audio from a rich coral soundscape elsewhere.
Family Discovers 8 Huge Dinosaur Footprints While Walking on Eroded Beach (Photos)
A family was strolling along an eroded beach at sunset when they discovered a trove of eight huge dinosaur footprints.
Bizarre New Plant Species Feeds on Fungi: First New Flora Species in 100 Years to Be Discovered in Japan
Dr. Suetsugu chose the very whimsical name Mujina-no-shokudai—meaning "badger's candleholder" for the new plant.
New Synthetic Compound Can Kill Superbugs Resistant to Antibiotics
A Harvard team has created an antibiotic that can overcome many drug-resistant infections, which have become a deadly global health menace.
Circular Stone Plaza Moves Up Start of Stone Age Construction in the Andes on Par with Stonehenge
Its construction method is entirely unique, and the discovery opens a new prequel in the rich history of human civilization in the Andes.
Amateur Paleontologists Discover Site of Epic Importance-400 Fossils from 470M Years Ago Amid Global Warming
Two amateur paleontologists discovered a site of 'worldwide importance' in France containing 400 fossils that date back 470 million years.
Archaeologists Discover a 'Master Blacksmith's' Workshop Dating to the Very Dawn of the Iron Age in Britain
Established at around 771 BCE, smithing of iron had reached a very high level mere decades after ironworking first arose in Britain.
Tomato Juice Can Kill Salmonella and Other Bacteria with Its Super Anti-Microbial Properties
The team identified 2 antimicrobial peptides that can eliminate these pathogens by impairing the bacteria's protective membrane.
Child Naturalist Discovers a Giant New Stick Insect Then Co-Authors the Paper and Names the Bug
Davis said he and the scientists chose the name Nesiophasma sobesonbaii in honor of Sobe Sonbaii III, a native monarch who fought the Dutch.
Ancient Lake Sediment on Mars Builds Excitement for Evidence of Life in the Perseverance Rover Samples
An ancient lake bed on Mars may hold evidence of life on the planet, revealed a study of the Perseverance Rover's ground-penetrating radar.
Dozens of Strange 12-Sided Objects from Roman Times Have Been Found-No One Knows What They're For
They found it in an area of Lincolnshire where Roman artifacts had previously been discovered, and claim it's as large as a grapefruit.
2,000-Year-Old Home Found Under a Seaside Playground May Be Pliny the Elder's Villa
The kids will have to make do with their backyards because preliminary surveys uncovered a Roman villa that might have been Pliny the Elder's
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