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

First Case of New Mpox Variant Clade 1b Confirmed in Germany
Germany has confirmed its first infection with a new variant of the mpox virus, clade 1b, according to the Robert Koch Institute (RKI). The infection was detected last Friday, and the individual contracted the virus abroad. This variant has been circulating in African...

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
A hydrothermal explosion occurred on the morning of Tuesday, July 23, at Biscuit Basin near Sapphire Pool in Yellowstone National Park, resulting in significant disruptions and safety concerns. The explosion, which took place just before 10 AM, prompted the temporary...

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
Mount Etna, Europe's highest and most active volcano, has entered a new phase of intense activity, culminating in spectacular lava fountaining from the Voragine crater. The latest paroxysm began late on July 15, 2024, with lava fountains reaching approximately 1 km in...

A Journey Through Aruba’s Mystical Landscape: Ayo and Casibari Rock Formations.
Aruba, known for its near-flat topography, surprises visitors with two extraordinary rock formations, Casibari and Ayo. Despite their proximity, each site offers a unique experience, contributing to the island's charm. Casibari Rock Formations, situated in a...

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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New York Mets’ Recent Spending Eclipses 21 Years of Marlins, Pirates, and Rays’ Budgets”
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LeBron James Makes History with 50,000 Career Points
Photo: AFP LeBron James has once again rewritten the NBA record books, becoming the first player in history to reach 50,000 career points. The Los Angeles Lakers superstar achieved the milestone in a highly anticipated game, solidifying his legacy as one of the...

Transfer of Panama Canal Port Operations to BlackRock Highlights Changing Geopolitical Landscape
Photo: AFP In a significant geopolitical and economic development, a consortium led by U.S. investment firm BlackRock has agreed to acquire a majority stake in two pivotal ports at the Panama Canal from Hong Kong-based conglomerate CK Hutchison Holdings. The $22.8...

Is Trump’s Speech a Signal of a Shift from Nationalism to Authoritarian Chauvinism?
Photo: AFP President Donald Trump’s March 4, 2025, address to Congress marked a significant departure from traditional nationalist rhetoric, venturing into a more extreme, authoritarian vision of America’s future. His speech laid out an agenda that not only reinforced...

Arab League’s $53 Billion Plan Aims to Preserve Gaza’s Demographics Amid Controversial U.S. Proposal
Photo: AFP In a decisive move reflecting regional unity and strategic vision, Arab leaders have collectively endorsed a $53 billion plan to reconstruct the Gaza Strip. This initiative, presented during an Arab League summit in Cairo, serves as a counterproposal to...