Scientists Find Evidence Of Two “Ghost” Ancestors In Modern Human DNA
The researchers tested TRACE on more than 500 genomes from populations across Africa, Europe and Asia.
Environment
Why El Niño Events Are Getting Stronger Amid Global Warming
The findings suggest that stronger El Niño events could amplify extreme weather worldwide, increasing the risks of severe flooding and drought.
Beluga Whale Peekachu Dies During Rescue Transfer To Chicago
Caretakers had observed early signs of improvement following the move but discovered that Peekachu was dehydrated and struggled to socialize.
Watch: Scenes Of Destruction In Nepal After Flash Floods
At least 270 died in flash floods in Nepal with several others missing.
Housing Is Too Expensive. Blame Your Local Tree Ordinance.
Under Oakland’s tree ordinance, property owners who remove trees must pay into a city tree fund before they can obtain building permits
Watch: Flash Floods Gobble Up Tall Buildings In Nepal
Catastrophic flash floods struck Nepal killing at least 168 with more than 1,300 missing.
Watch: The Moment Flash Floods Hit Nepal
At least 168 people are dead in Nepal and China with more than 1300 missing after a glacial collapse triggered the flash floods.
Doctor’s Nightmare Comes True After Bat Crawls Into Her Mouth
Edelman safely trapped the animal and had it tested for rabies. The test came back negative, meaning she did not need rabies vaccination.
Watch: Massive Nepal Flash Floods Leave Hundreds Missing, International Tourists Trapped
Massive avalanche of ice and rocks unleashed devastating flash floods across Nepal.
Nepal Flood Disaster Leaves Hundreds Missing, Including Americans
Indian, British, Malaysian, South Korean and other foreign nationals are among those listed as missing.
Tropical Storm Julio Forms In Pacific, Poses No Threat To Land
Forecasters say the storm currently poses no threat to land, and no coastal watches or warnings are in effect.
Texas Wildfire Expands Rapidly, Forcing Evacuations And School Closures
The blaze began Monday afternoon and spread quickly under extremely favorable fire conditions.
Watch: French Village Faces Tornado's Fury
Residents of French village Pomas were ravaged by a strong tornado.
World’s Oceans Hit Record August Heat As El Niño Strengthens
Scientists say a developing El Niño in the Pacific is adding heat to oceans already warmed by decades of human-driven climate change.
South Carolina Experts Work To Rescue 245-Year-Old Battlefield Oak
The massive live oak has survived for about 245 years, but aging metal cables and chains installed decades ago have begun cutting into its bark and threatening its health.
8-Year-Old Dies After Rare Brain-Eating Amoeba Infection In Louisiana
Health officials believe Lillian Smart was exposed while swimming in Lake Claiborne before she was hospitalized in Ruston.