Scientists say a jawbone found near Taiwan likely belonged to a Denisovan, a distant cousin of modern humans.
This is an AI-generated summary. Original reporting by Christina Larson/PBS: https://www.pbs.org/newshour/science/ancient-jawbone-came-from-mysterious-group-of-human-ancestors-scientists-say
The U.S. government is planning budget cuts to NOAA, the agency responsible for weather forecasts, storm tracking, and climate research.
This is an AI-generated summary. Original reporting by Adam Kemp/PBS: https://www.pbs.org/newshour/nation/as-noaa-braces-for-more-cuts-scientists-say-public-safety-is-at-risk
A new study suggests the beginnings of human speech are linked to genetics. The research identifies a protein – found only in people – that may have helped early humans develop spoken communication.
Scientists say they might have identified the mineral on Mars that is responsible for making the planet appear red.
French scientists have announced they set a new record of 22 minutes for keeping hydrogen atoms in a state called plasma.
Two American astronauts awaiting their return flight from the International Space Station (ISS) have stayed busy carrying out a series of scientific experiments.
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The American space agency NASA is preparing to launch a spacecraft to seek more detailed information on water sources on the moon.
Scientists in Colombia say they have developed a new food substance that protects bees from dangerous chemicals used in farming.
Astronomers have made a surprising discovery about the first brown dwarf ever identified.
Scientists have discovered a small asteroid that recently moved closer to Earth’s orbit.