A scientific breakthrough may lead to the revival of the thylacine, also known as the Tasmanian tiger, an apex predator that went extinct nearly a century ago. Researchers from the United States and Australia have successfully sequenced the animal’s DNA to 99.9%...
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Scientists Make Breakthrough in Effort to Resurrect Tasmanian Tiger from Extinction
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First Case of New Mpox Variant Clade 1b Confirmed in Germany
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Oceanographers Discover Massive Underwater Mountain Taller Than Mount Olympus
A team of oceanographers, led by the Schmidt Ocean Institute, has discovered a colossal underwater mountain in the Pacific Ocean, about 900 miles (1,448 kilometers) off the coast of Chile. Standing at an impressive 1.9 miles (3,109 meters) tall, the newly mapped...
Biscuit Basin Hydrothermal Explosion Closes Yellowstone Area
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NEWS INT: 7.4-Magnitude Earthquake Strikes Northern Chile
A powerful earthquake with a magnitude of 7.4 struck northern Chile on Thursday, according to the United States Geological Survey (USGS). The earthquake's epicenter was pinpointed 164 miles (265 kilometers) east of the coastal city of Antofagasta, occurring at a depth...
Explosive Eruption at Mount Etna’s Voragine Crater
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A Journey Through Aruba’s Mystical Landscape: Ayo and Casibari Rock Formations.
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Iceland Town Faces Threat from New Volcanic Eruption
A new volcanic eruption in southwest Iceland has forced the evacuation of the Blue Lagoon spa and the small fishing town of Grindavik. The eruption, originating from a fissure near Sundhnuksgigar on the Reykjanes Peninsula, is the fifth in the area since December. The...
Meteorological Office Dispels Cloud Seeding Misinformation Amid Heavy Rains.
Amid heavy rains in the UAE, the National Center of Meteorology (NCM) has clarified that no cloud seeding operations were conducted during the period of unstable weather. Dr. Habib Ahmed, a senior meteorologist at the NCM, emphasized that misinformation suggesting...
Ancient Etchings Found Alongside Dinosaur Tracks Hint at Early Human Interaction with Prehistoric Past
According to a recent study, prehistoric humans in Brazil left their mark on history, literally, by carving drawings next to dinosaur footprints millions of years later. The discovery was made at the Serrote do Letreiro site in Paraíba, Brazil. Researchers first...
Thousands of meteorites disappear into Antarctic ice due to climate change
Thousands of meteorites are vanishing into the icy expanse of Antarctica each year due to the effects of climate change, raising concerns among scientists about the loss of valuable insights into the solar system's history. Antarctica, particularly its regions with...
Moo-dicine Makes History: First Cow Produces Human Insulin in Milk
Brazil - In a landmark achievement announced just last week on March 18, 2024, scientists have created the first cow genetically modified to produce human insulin in its milk. This innovation has the potential to revolutionize access to this life-saving medication for...
Who Runs the World? Tiny Ancient Superorganisms!
Have you ever wondered if you're truly in control of your life? Well, buckle up, because science has some news that might just change your perspective. It turns out, we might be sharing our world with some incredibly powerful, and ancient, superorganisms – and they're...
Did You Know Your Leftovers Can Power Your Car?
Ever stared into the fridge after a big dinner, overwhelmed by the mountain of containers filled with perfectly good food that will inevitably go bad? Well, fret no more, because those leftovers might hold the key to powering your next road trip! While it may sound...
World Seagrass Day – Protection of this crucial ecosystem is essential
On March 1st, we celebrate World Seagrass Day, a day dedicated to raising awareness of the importance of seagrasses and the need to conserve them. Seagrasses are underwater plants that grow in coastal waters on surfaces around the world and certainly in Aruba. They...
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"Kibrahacha" refers to a distinctive and colorful tree known scientifically as Tabebuia heterophylla. This tree is indigenous to the island of Aruba in the Caribbean. It is celebrated for its vibrant yellow blossoms and is often considered the national tree of Aruba....
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Tensions are rising between the United States and the European Union as U.S. officials object to Europe's push to buy more weapons from local manufacturers instead of relying on American defense companies. The EU’s move is part of a broader initiative to strengthen...
Ride the Wind: Why Aruba Is the Ultimate Kite Surfing Playground
Imagine this: turquoise waters, endless sunshine, and winds so consistent they seem custom-made for your kite. Welcome to Aruba, the Caribbean’s best-kept secret for kite surfing fanatics. Whether you're chasing your first ride or craving your next big rush, Aruba...