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Cosmic Lightsaber
Dec 17, 2015 12:01 PM EST

Cosmic Double-Bladed 'Lightsaber' Captured by NASA's Hubble Space Telescope

The Hubble Space Telescope has captured what appears to be a cosmic, double-bladed lightsaber in the depths of space. The new "lightsaber" is actually two twin jets shooting out to space from a newborn star.

'Morelladon beltrani'
Dec 17, 2015 11:28 AM EST

'Sail-Backed' Dinosaur Identified In Spain

Researchers have identified a new species of 'sail-backed' dinosaurs called 'Morelladon beltrani' that roamed the landmasses of Iberian 125 million years ago.

Boulder on top of sediment deposits (Pokhara, Nepal)
Dec 17, 2015 11:24 AM EST

Catastrophic Earthquakes In Nepal During Medieval Era

A new study is shedding light on catastrophic earthquakes that occurred in Nepal during the Medieval period, where they had magnitudes of Mw 8.

Nepal
Dec 17, 2015 11:24 AM EST

Nepal 2015 Earthquake May Have Had Fewer Landslides Due to Massive Uplift

Nepal's earthquake in April 2015 was frightening. Now, though, researchers have announced that there were far fewer landslides from this devastating earthquake than expected-and have found out why that is.

Head Banging Bee
Dec 17, 2015 10:53 AM EST

This Weird, Head-Banging Bee Thumps Its Head to Collect Pollen (VIDEO)

A headbanging bee takes a unique approach to pollination. A certain insect from Australia actually uses high-speed headbanging in order to gather pollen.

Greenland Ice Sheet
Dec 17, 2015 10:17 AM EST

Greenland Ice Sheet: The Missing Link for Sea Level Rise is Finally Included

Scientists may be getting a better estimate of rising sea levels thanks to a better understanding of the Greenland Ice Sheet.

Chinese Giant Salamander
Dec 17, 2015 09:28 AM EST

200-Year-Old Giant Chinese Salamander Discovered Alive Outside Cave (VIDEO)

Scientists have uncovered an ancient giant just outside a Chinese cave. They've found what appears to be a 200-year-old salamander that looks a bit like a monster from a horror movie.

Lakes
Dec 17, 2015 07:05 AM EST

Climate Change: World's Lakes are Rapidly Warming, Threatening Freshwater Ecosystems

The world's lakes are rapidly warming, thanks to climate change. Scientists have taken a closer look at temperatures and found that the warmer weather is threatening freshwater supplies and ecosystems.

Meteorite
Dec 17, 2015 06:30 AM EST

Extraterrestrial Mineral May Have Begun Life on Earth

An extraterrestrial mineral may reveal new clues about the beginnings of biological life on Earth.

Giant Planet
Dec 17, 2015 06:01 AM EST

Massive Planets Carve Dusty Paths Around Young Stars

Giant planets may be carving paths around four young stars. Scientists have taken a closer look at the gassy structures around the stars and have found that they may just be surrounded by planets.

Vegetarianism
Dec 17, 2015 12:25 AM EST

Vegetarian 'Healthy' Diets Worse For The Environment Than Eating Meat

Living on a vegetarian diet may be worse for then environment than always eating meat, according to a recent study.

Poverty
Dec 16, 2015 10:48 PM EST

Poverty May Impact Your IQ Depending On Where You Live

A new study examines how genes and environment both play a critical role in shaping an individual's intelligence. The findings are published in the journal Psychological Science.

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