Information on dinosaur brains comes from mineral infillings of the brain cavity, termed endocasts, as well as the shapes of the cavities themselves. University of Alberta New research is throwing some cold water on the idea that the fearsome Tyrannosaurus rex was as smart as a primate. These possibly scaly-lipped theropods were...

Stack CommerceWe may earn revenue from the products available on this page and participate in affiliate programs. Learn more › Camping season is upon us! The call of the wild beckons, promising crisp mornings under a canopy of stars, crackling campfires, and the sweet scent of adventure. But let’s be honest, the great outdoors...

Dead leaves hang on a holly tree branch in London in August 2022 as a result of stress caused by heat and lack of rain. Mike Kemp/In Pictures via Getty Images This story was originally published by Grist. Sign up for Grist’s weekly newsletter here. Last fall, I invited a stranger into my yard.  Manzanita, with its...

Start simple with writing down what you see. DepositPhotos If you’re looking for a physical and mental health boost, it’s time to head outside. Studies show that spending time outside, even if you’re not participating in any kind of physical activity, can offer just that. In fact, taking even a few minutes to sit by a stream,...

Tires are made primarily of natural rubber and synthetic rubber, but they contain hundreds of other ingredients, often including steel and heavy metals such as copper, lead, cadmium, and zinc. DepositPhotos This article was originally published on KFF Health News. For decades, concerns about automobile pollution have focused...

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