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10 things we learned about our human ancestors in 2025Findings about our human ancestors continue to surprise us, especially those from 2025.
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Best space photos of 2025An alien comet, a Martian volcano, a man’s fall from the sun and a groundbreaking telescope’s first images: Here are the most jaw-dropping space photos of 2025.
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The most devastating extreme weather events of the year: GalleryExtreme weather events have caused devastation in a number of U.S. regions this year. Here are some of the most harrowing photos of that damage.
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From tool use to warfare — here are 5 ways Jane Goodall revolutionized our knowledge of chimpanzeesPioneering primatologist Jane Goodall has died at age 91. These are her five biggest contributions to how we understand about our closest living relatives.
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How the body changes in space — usually, for the worseFrom causing muscle loss to raising the risk of blood clots, long-haul space missions can have a profound impact on the human body.
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What are the largest rainforests in the world?Rainforests are home to half of the world's plant and animal species. Here are the five largest rainforests in the world.
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The 21 largest recorded earthquakes in historyCountdown A handful of regions around the world regularly unleash terrifyingly large earthquakes. Here are the 21 largest earthquakes on record.
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14 of the biggest birds on EarthReference From 9-foot tall ostriches to albatrosses with gargantuan wingspans, here are some of the biggest birds in the world.
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48 best science books for kids and young adultsLooking to inspire the next generation of curious minds? These are our picks of the best popular science books for children of all ages.
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