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Scientists discover "fascinating" worm that can replace pesticides
"A parasite that poops out pathogenic stuff to help kill its host," researcher Adler Dillman said. "It essentially liquefies the insect."
Iceland volcano fed by magma flowing at unprecedented, "ultra-rapid" speeds
The river of magma that triggered Iceland's recent volcanic eruptions appears to have set a new record.
Iceland volcano update as webcams show lava fountains up to 260 feet tall
The new eruption marks the third time a volcano has erupted in the same region of Iceland in the past three months.
NASA map shows how atmospheric river's intense rainfall drenched LA
Los Angeles saw nearly half a year's worth of rainfall over just two days this week, leading to flash floods and mudslides.
Scientists may have found way for EVs to go further on one charge
The use of a special gel in batteries could increase the distance EVs can travel without recharging by nearly 200 miles.
"Uncommon" minerals could reveal secrets of the moon's past
The 3.8 pounds of moondust flown back by China's Chang'e-5 in 2020 marked the first lunar sample brought home since the 1970s.
Paleontologists reveal prehistoric shark's teeth had their own tiny fangs
The newly discovered shark lived in the Paleocene period, approximately 65 million years ago.
Saturn's "Death Star" moon might be hiding a secret ocean
"The ocean is likely to be less than 25 million years old and still evolving," researchers said.
Snake attack victim dies hours after giving birth
Carpet vipers are one of the most venomous snakes in Africa, with their bites having a 10 to 20 percent mortality rate if untreated.
Satellite megaconstellations may trigger brighter Northern Lights
"More than 500,000 satellites are expected in decades ahead, primarily to build internet megaconstellations," physics graduate student Sierra Solter said.
Look up this month as Mars and Venus appear to come together
Mars and Venus will appear to merge in the night sky, though unfortunately, this won't be visible from much of the U.S.
Physicists reveal how "kilonova" explosion could end life on Earth
"Ionizing radiation from these sources can be dangerous for life on Earth-like planets," the researchers wrote in the paper.
New jellyfish species discovered may have an arsenal of unique venoms
The new jellyfish has a bright red cross in the center of its body, leading to it being named the St. George's Cross Medusa.
First-ever moondust-grown chickpeas game changer for astronauts
"Food sustainability is one of the most significant barriers to long-term space travel," the researchers wrote in the paper.
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First ever "hurricane-force wind" warning issued for Bay Area
The atmospheric river is also causing heavy rainfall across the state.
NASA's Webb Telescope finds unusual galaxy "not really expected to exist"
A new dwarf galaxy has been spotted in the depths of space, but unusually for a galaxy of its type, appears to not be producing any new stars.
Zombie deer disease spreading in North America amid fear of jump to humans
Chronic wasting is a deadly prion disease that is slowly spreading across wildlife in U.S. states and Canadian provinces.
Five new alien-faced species of millipede revealed in "remarkable" find
One of the new millipede species belongs to a whole new genus of the critters that had never been discovered before.
Mystery as hundreds of paralyzed parrots drop from the sky
The rainbow lorikeets are afflicted with a mysterious condition known as lorikeet paralysis syndrome, the cause of which is unknown.
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How atmospheric river will boost California's snowpack
California's snowpack is at only 58 percent of the average, while this time last year it was at 214 percent.
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"Doomsday Glacier" search vehicle disappears in Antarctica
The Thwaites glacier contains so much frozen water that if it melted entirely, it would trigger several feet of sea level rise across the globe.
Active skincare ingredients are harming tweens
"These ingredients can do damage, irritate the skin and cause the reverse effects they are hoping to achieve," dermatology professor Carol Cheng said.
NASA says Empire State Building-sized asteroid to pass Earth Friday
The asteroid, named 2008 OS7, will fly by the Earth faster than a speeding bullet, with a velocity of around 40,700 mph.
Man cuts off arm to escape caged bear attack
A Swiss tourist had stuck his arm inside the black bear's cage at a wildlife sanctuary to feed it when it bit into his arm.
Snake catcher dies after highly venomous Cape cobra bite
Rico Pentz, 39, died after being bitten by a Cape cobra, one of the most venomous snakes in Africa.
Wild elephant attack leaves man dead
Elephant-human conflict is increasing in countries such as India due to the animals losing their habitats.
Astronomers discover hidden black holes tearing stars to shreds
Tidal disruption events, which are when black holes tear apart stars, are found in many more galaxies than was first thought.
Scientists warn ground below Icelandic town could collapse after volcano
"The risk from crack movements is now estimated to be considerable," the Icelandic Met Office said in a statement.
First-ever image of a newborn great white shark revealed
"No one has ever been able to pinpoint where they are born, nor has anyone seen a newborn baby shark alive," filmmaker Carlos Gauna said.
Star movements have "deep repercussions" for understanding of Milky Way
"There is something fishy going on somewhere, and it's really exciting to figure out where that is," astrophysicist Lina Necib said.