Stunning New Species Found in Asia's Mekong
More than 1,000 previously unknown species were found this year in the Mekong region of Southeast Asia. Jorge Ribas reports on the challenges faced by those who would preserve them. 
Diesel Truck Runs on Fryer Oil
A diesel-guzzling truck is converted to run on fryer oil. James Williams joins the journey to veggie fuel automotion. 
Science Hoaxes, Mysteries, and Conspiracies
Introducing five spooky scientific mysteries, hoaxes and conspiracies you may never have heard of, from the ever-growing Earth theory to long-lost cosmonauts. 
Pinups for Pitbulls Rally for Breed
In the wake of the Michael Vick dog-fighting indictment, 12 women, including our own Kasey-Dee Gardner, released a "Pinups for Pitbulls" calendar to raise awareness about what they believe to be a misunderstood breed. 
Top Moon Moments
Lunar astronauts really can carry a tune, as James discovers in this review of our favorite filmed moments on the moon. 
DNA Clues Help Nab Bomb Builders
Experts can trace bomb builders through the DNA that survives a blast. We asked how it's done. 
Robot Cars Hit the Road
Why drive when robots can do it for you? Researchers at Virginia Tech take Jorge on a ride into the future of your commute. 
A Day at Avalanche School
For backcountry trekkers in Alaska, avalanches come with the territory. The Alaska Avalanche School teaches them how to spot and avoid avalanches, and rescue victims trapped below the surface. 
Iditarod Dogs: Heroes or Victims?
Some say Iditarod dogs are born to run; others claim the race amounts to animal abuse. Kasey-Dee gets to the bottom of the controversy. 
Leonardo, the Dino Mummy
Discovery News takes a tour of the most intact dinosaur mummy ever found. Get More NewsSpiders, Scorpions Among World's Oldest CreaturesMany creepy crawlies have been on Earth much longer than previously believed.Blood-Sucking Vampire Bats Sing DuetsWhite-winged vampire bats "harmonize" with separated roost mates.Oldest Hebrew Writing Possibly FoundAncient inscriptions on a 3,000-year-old pottery shard could make history.Rare, Prehistoric-Age Reptile Found in N.Z.A tuatara has been spotted on the New Zealand mainland for the first time in 200 years.Iceman Has No Living RelativesOetzi, the 5,300 year-old frozen mummy, left no living genetic legacy.SLIDE SHOW: Landscapes of TerrorWhat makes a place feel scary? There are scientific explanations.It's Official: People Are Warming the PolesHumans are conclusively to blame for polar warming, say scientists.Eight-Armed Animal Preceded DinosaursWhat may be one of Earth's first animals was no bigger than a coaster and had eight arms.Phoenicians Live on in People's GenesOne in 17 Mediterranean men may be descended from ancient Phoenicians.Pesticides, Fertilizers Linked to Frog DeclineA pesticide is found to promote parasites among amphibians.Hubble Telescope Taking Photos AgainThe Hubble Space Telescope is once again snapping stunning photos of the universe.Andean Mummy Hairs Show Hallucinogen UseScientists find direct evidence of hallucinogenic drug use among ancient Andeans.Opals on Mars Reveal Planet's Long Wet PastOpals found on Mars suggest the planet has been wet for much longer. |
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Northern Lights, Explained
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Cassini's Magical Saturn Tour
Since it arrived at Saturn in 2004, the Cassini space probe has sent home more than 150,000 images. 
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Bad news for wildflower watchers: California's endemic species have less breathing room than ever. 
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Mars Phoenix Delivers First Pictures
View images relayed to Earth by the Mars Phoenix Lander. 
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