Rivers : Science World Report

Dec 07, 2016 03:10 AM EST

Government Won’t Permit Oil Pipeline Under Missouri River

Industry leaders are seeking permission from the U.S. government for the completion of the pipeline.

Nov 21, 2016 04:20 AM EST

Look: Humpback Whale Spotted Near George Washington Bridge

Researchers explain why the humpback whale ended up in the congested Hudson River.

Dec 28, 2015 09:47 AM EST

Removing a Dam Can Cause Incredible Initial Recovery for River Ecosystems

Removing a dam could mean all the difference for ecosystems

Dec 08, 2015 11:36 AM EST

Massive River Once Flowed Across Sahara: Scientists Find Paleoriver Network Under Desert Sands

Paleoriver network once flowed through the Sahara desert, researchers find clues of ancient river under desert sands.

Nov 18, 2015 12:46 PM EST

Fast-Moving Rivers Release Large Amounts Of Carbon Dioxide In Atmosphere

In a study, researchers found that rivers and human have similar breathing patterns, where they both produce large amounts of carbon dioxide the harder they work.

Oct 15, 2015 09:49 AM EDT

Mars Rounded Pebbles Were Carried for Miles by Ancient River System

Where did pebbles on Mars come from? They may have just been pushed by a river that existed millions of years ago. Scientists have examined mages of a few rocks and found that their smooth shape may be due to plentiful past water.

Oct 14, 2015 08:22 AM EDT

Mars River Valley Mapped with Climate Models to Reveal Water Origins

Mars is being examined more closely after the discovery of its water. Now, researchers are looking at the extensive valley networks that were probably created by running water billions of years ago.

Oct 06, 2015 08:51 AM EDT

Volcanic Eruptions Reduce Water Flow in the World's Major Rivers

It turns out that major volcanic eruptions don't just have an effect on Earth's atmosphere; they also may impact the world's water. Scientists have found that volcanic eruptions affect the flow of the world's major rivers.

Oct 01, 2015 11:20 AM EDT

Loggers May Help Endangered Owls in Russia in a Conservation Twist

In a weird conservation twist, loggers may actually benefit owls. A recent study shows that loggers that take steps can actually preserve endangered Blakiston's fish owls in Russia.

Jul 24, 2015 12:46 PM EDT