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Germany: Panda cubs at Berlin Zoo open eyes
Germany: Panda cubs at Berlin Zoo open eyes

Germany: Panda cubs at Berlin Zoo open eyes

Berlin Zoo says the panda twins born in August have opened their eyes for the first time, on exactly the schedule you’d typically expect. The cubs will be on display for limited
17 hours ago
Oldest human DNA from South Africa decoded
Oldest human DNA from South Africa decoded

Oldest human DNA from South Africa decoded

A study has found that a 10,000-year-old human genome is genetically similar to ethnic groups currently living in South Africa’s Western Cape Province. A team of researchers from the University of Cape
3 weeks ago
Nearly 200 environmental defenders killed in 2023 globally
Nearly 200 environmental defenders killed in 2023 globally

Nearly 200 environmental defenders killed in 2023 globally

After a record number of killings, Colombia has ranked as the most dangerous country for environmentalists, Global Witness said. The government responded, describing the report as “dishonorable.” A recorded total of 196 environmental
1 month ago
Super Typhoon Yagi: Rains lash China ahead of landfall
Super Typhoon Yagi: Rains lash China ahead of landfall

Super Typhoon Yagi: Rains lash China ahead of landfall

Super Typhoon Yagi is the world’s second-most powerful storm this year. Authorities in southern China and Vietnam are bracing for impact. Heavy rainfall and powerful winds from Super Typhoon Yagi slammed southern China on Friday, even as
1 month ago