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Long before modern dice existed, native Americans were already leaving the outcome to chance; here's how they did it before anyone else- In 1904, Newfoundland released just 4 moose onto the island after an earlier introduction. 122 years later, their descendants number about 110,000 and have become powerful drivers of change across the island's forests
- In 1903, Paul Kroegel patrolled a tiny Florida island by boat to save its Pelicans; President Roosevelt turned it into America’s first wildlife refuge
- Before wolves became dogs, they may have been human hunting partners; a 'shared hunt' that helped people reach prey while leaving enough carrion behind for wolves to benefitLong before domestic dogs became our companions, wild wolves were likely hunting partners with early humans. These fabled alliances saw wol...15 Aug, 2026, 02.10 PM IST
- In 2018, a researcher calculated the calories from cannibalism and won an Ig Nobel Prize for revealing why prehistoric humans may not have eaten each other simply for foodArchaeologist James Cole calculated the caloric value of an adult human body. This research suggested humans offered fewer calories than la...10 Aug, 2026, 01.49 PM IST
- A 7,000-year-old discovery in Norway shows Stone Age people were shaping ecosystems long before farmingAncient fish traps reveal Stone Age hunter-gatherers introduced brown trout into Norway's isolated Lake Tesse. These communities deliberate...07 Aug, 2026, 01.46 AM IST
- Evil Dead Burn digital release date revealed: When and where to watch the horror sequel at homeEvil Dead Burn will be available on Premium Digital platforms August 4. Physical copies on 4K UHD, Blu-ray, and DVD arrive September 22. Th...29 Jul, 2026, 12.05 AM IST
- In 1934, a New York socialite bought the Pennsylvania mountain where hunters shot hundreds of hawks; the killing stopped almost overnightRosalie Edge established Hawk Mountain Sanctuary after seeing a photograph of dead hawks. This sanctuary holds the world's oldest continuou...27 Jul, 2026, 04.51 PM IST
- Can your cat secretly read your daily habits? Scientists reveal the surprising behavior that changes everything most pet owners thought they knewYour cat has been quietly studying you all along, and modern cat behavior research is changing what experts know about the human-cat bond. ...15 Jul, 2026, 10.59 PM IST
- Why mosquitoes bite some people more than others, and it has nothing to do with 'sweet blood'Mosquitoes are attracted to a unique blend of human body odors. This personal scent is determined by skin bacteria and sweat composition. B...10 Jul, 2026, 05.02 PM IST
- Full Moon Calendar 2026: Every Remaining Full Moon, Date, Name & Zodiac SignThe second half of 2026 has begins, making this the perfect time to look ahead at every remaining Full Moon of the year. From the Buck Moon...01 Jul, 2026, 04.47 PM IST
- ‘Time Capsule’ cave found in Israel reveals secrets of human life 400,000 years agoA remarkable 'time capsule' cave discovered in Fureidis, Israel, offers an unprecedented look at life up to 400,000 years ago. Archaeologis...30 Jun, 2026, 09.58 AM IST
- No one had entered this cave near the legendary Rock of Gibraltar for 40,000 years. Then archaeologists opened itA hidden Gibraltar cave sealed for 40,000 years has revealed a rare Neanderthal time capsule. Scientists uncovered a chamber that may hold ...26 Jun, 2026, 10.20 PM IST
- Astronomers discover two of the 'puffiest' planets ever, each as big as Jupiter but lighter than cotton candyAstronomers have unveiled two colossal "super-puff" exoplanets, TOI-791 b and TOI-791 c, orbiting a distant star. These Jupiter-sized world...26 Jun, 2026, 11.16 AM IST
- How can a giant planet be lighter than cotton candy? Scientists just found twoA groundbreaking super-puff planet discovery has revealed two giant exoplanets with densities below cotton candy, changing how scientists u...25 Jun, 2026, 10.44 PM IST
- The deadly secret locked inside ancient Siberian remains for 5500 years has finally been unearthedAncient Siberian plague discovery: Ancient DNA unearthed in Siberia has rewritten the history of plague. Researchers discovered highly leth...20 Jun, 2026, 05.08 PM IST
- Humans never left these mountains for 10,000 years, and scientists finally proved itResearchers have uncovered a surprising human story in the high Pyrenees mountains. New evidence shows people lived in these areas for over...18 Jun, 2026, 11.00 PM IST
- Chewing gum existed 9,700 years ago! Stone Age hunter-gatherers munched on resin to prevent tooth decayA variety of substances with similar properties, such as resins from coniferous trees, natural bitumen, and other plant gums, are known to ...19 Jan, 2024, 11.28 PM IST
- Origins of pottery traced to Japan: StudyLondon, July 17 (IANS) The origins of ceramic production can be traced to Japan and closely linked with intensified fishing at the end of t...17 Jul, 2018, 08.07 PM IST
- Ancestors made bread before advent of agricultureWashington, July 17 (IANS) Scientists have found that the oldest direct evidence of bread found to date is at least 4,000 years before the ...17 Jul, 2018, 08.37 AM IST
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