Volcano eruption in Russia's Far East lures 'daredevil' tourists

The eruption of a volcano on a Russian peninsula has attracted thrill-seeking tourists risking their lives…

Poll: Learning setbacks a top concern for parents

Parents across the U.S. are conflicted about reopening schools. Most are at least somewhat worried that…

Evidence suggests that many tornados are bigger and stronger than reported

A small team of researchers with the Center for Severe Weather Research, in Boulder, Colorado, has…

Net Zero pledges go global, now action needs to follow words, says Oxford-ECIU report

Net zero targets now cover two thirds of the global economy, according to a report today…

The future of America's drinking water

In 2020 wildfires ravaged more than 10 million acres of land across California, Oregon and Washington,…

For ancient farmers facing climate change, more grazing meant more resilience

Humans are remarkably adaptable, and our ancestors have survived challenges like the changing climate in the…

Cephalopods: Older than previously thought?

Possibly the oldest cephalopods in the Earth’s history stem from the Avalon Peninsula in Newfoundland (Canada)…

Last Ice Age: Precipitation caused maximum advance of Alpine Glaciers

Geologists from the University of Innsbruck unexpectedly found mineral deposits in former ice caves in the…

Chemical status of European surface waters decreases while monitoring improves

The Water Framework Directive was enacted in 2000 with the goal of protecting and restoring aquatic…

New evidence in search for the mysterious Denisovans

An international group of researchers led by the University of Adelaide has conducted a comprehensive genetic…