In 2020, Stan, one of the world's largest and most
complete Tyrannosaurus Rex (T. rex) skeletons, was
auctioned for a record $27.5 million ($31.8 million
with fees and costs). The precious fossil, bought by
an anonymous private buyer, led many
paleontologists to fret that the T. rex was lost to
science forever. As it turns out, they had nothing t...
The search for famed polar explorer Ernest
Shackleton's ship Endurance, which sank in 1915, is
finally over. On March 9, 2022, the Endurance22
expedition team announced the wreck had been
found in the Weddell Sea off the coast of Antarctica.
On March 27, 2022, Troy Kotsur became the first
Deaf male actor to win an Oscar. The 53-year-old,
who won Best Supporting Actor for his portrayal of
Frank Rossi in "CODA," is only the second Deaf actor
to attain the prestigious award. In 1987, Marlee
Matlin took home the Best Actress award for her role
as Sarah in the movie "Children of a Lesser God."
The Southern Tropical Andes, which comprises areas
of Ecuador, Peru, and Bolivia, is one of the world's
most biodiverse regions — especially when it comes
to amphibians. The area is home to about 980
amphibian species, including over half of the
150-known glass frog species. Now, two new
members of the tiny frogs have joined this ever-gr...
Dr. Madeleine Jana Korbel Albright, the first female
US Secretary of State, passed away on March 23,
2022. A statement released by her family revealed
that the 84-year-old had been suffering from cancer.
The highest-ranking woman in the history of the
American government at the time of her
appointment, Dr. Albright played a crucial role in s...
Archeologists have long speculated that
Stonehenge, the prehistoric stone circle in Wiltshire,
England, was a sort of astronomical calendar
because of its perfect alignment with the
midsummer and midwinter solstices. However, they
have struggled to determine how the calendar
worked. Now, Professor Timothy Darvill of Bournem...
It's St. Patrick's Day! This means you can pinch
anyone not wearing green, go on extensive searches
for lucky, four-leaf clovers, and chase down
leprechauns that lead to pots of gold. For those
wondering how the death anniversary of an Irish
clergyman grew into one of the world's most popular
holidays, here is a brief history.
Holi, the joyous festival of colors, is one of India's
most anticipated events. Though a predominantly
Hindu festival, it transcends all religious barriers and
is observed by people of all faiths. The fun holiday's
date is determined by the Hindu lunar calendar. It
will be observed on March 18 this year.
A new material created by Massachusetts Institute of
Technology (MIT) researchers is being hailed as
revolutionary. 2DPA-1 is as light as plastic and two
times stronger than steel. Unlike currently available
polymers, it can conduct electricity and block gas.
The scientists believe 2DPA-1 can help lower our
carbon footprint and perhaps even reduce the ram...
