Fossils reveal head of ancient millipede that was biggest bug ever
The discovery reveals it as a large primitive millipede, classified as a plant eater, not a predator.
Sat Oct 26 2024
Stonehenge's hefty Altar Stone came all the way from Scotland
A new analysis has revealed that this rectangular colossus took a remarkable journey to become part of one of humankind's ancient wonders.
Sat Aug 17 2024
In Peru, remains of wealthy pre-Inca people unearthed at ancient capital
The remains of eleven individuals, estimated to be around 800 years old, were found buried with necklaces, earrings and bracelets.
Fri Jul 12 2024
Russian scientists conduct autopsy on 44,000-year-old permafrost wolf carcass
Found by chance by locals in Yakutia's Abyyskiy district in 2021, the wolf's body is only now being properly examined by scientists.
Fri Jul 05 2024
[COLUMNIST] Bridging the gap: Traditional knowledge for a modern world
Such integration of wisdom with modern pedagogy will play a critical role in fabricating well-rounded, perceptive learners.
Fri Apr 26 2024
China launches signal relay satellite for mission to moon's hidden side
The robotic Chang'e-6 mission will seek to retrieve samples from an ancient basin, acquiring lunar material from moon's hidden side.
Wed Mar 20 2024
People with tails? No, because of this ancient genetic mutation
The mutation that led to tail loss, according to researchers, occurred 25 mln years ago, when first apes evolved from monkey ancestors.
Sun Mar 17 2024
Mars rover data confirms ancient lake sediments on red planet
The findings led scientists to theorize that portions of Mars were once covered in water and may have harbored microbial life.
Thu Feb 01 2024
Bog body from 2,500 years ago discovered in N. Ireland
The well-preserved remains is a rare find that may shed new light on the region's ancient history.
Sun Jan 28 2024
Scientists save ancient Arctic ice in race to preserve climate history
The eight researchers camped in Norway's Svalbard archipelago for two months, braving storms and mishaps to preserve crucial ice records.
Sun Dec 17 2023
Child padlocked in Polish grave reflects ancient supernatural beliefs
This is a cemetery for rejected people, who were certainly feared after death, said a researcher on mediaeval burials.
Mon Oct 30 2023
In Bali, 'sea-sun-sand' tourists threaten ancient rainforest
Tourism can lead to destruction of natural habitats, particularly forests and often land where Indigenous groups reside, said Danny Mark.
Sat Oct 28 2023
Huge ancient solar storm revealed by tree rings in French Alps
Researchers said the solar storm - the sun sending a large burst of energetic particles into space - occurred 14,300 years ago.
Sat Oct 14 2023
A brief history of Gaza's 75 years of woe
Gaza is a coastal strip of land that lay on ancient trading and maritime routes along the Mediterranean shore.
Wed Oct 11 2023
Ancient Maya grave found in Mexico as tourist rail project advances
Mexican archaeologists unearthed a richly adorned human body in a grave that could be more than 1,000 years old.
Sat Sep 30 2023
2TM: Consultations on PTPTN loans, admission to IPTA at MOHE booth
Consultations on PTPTN loans and admission to IPTA are among services provided at the Higher Education Ministry booth.
Sat Nov 23 2024
Kampung Tanjung Kala residents affected by flooded bridge every time it rains heavily
Almost 200 residents from 60 homes in Kampung Tanjung Kala have ended up stuck when their 200-metre (m) long concrete bridge flooded.
Sat Nov 23 2024
COP29 climate summit draft proposes rich countries pay $250 billion per year
The draft finance deal criticised by both developed and developing nations.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Bomb squad sent to London's Gatwick Airport after terminal evacuation
This was following the discovery of a suspected prohibited item in luggage.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Kelantan urges caution amidst northeast monsoon rains
Kelantan has reminded the public in the state to refrain from outdoor activities with the arrival of the Northeast Monsoon season.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Former New Zealand PM Jacinda Ardern receives UN leadership award
Former New Zealand prime minister Jacinda Ardern was given a global leadership award by the United Nations Foundation.
Fri Nov 22 2024
ICC'S arrest warrants for Netanyahu, Gallant an apt decision - PM
The decision of the ICC to issue arrest warrants against Benjamin Netanyahu and Yoav Gallant is apt, said Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim.
Fri Nov 22 2024
KTMB provides two additional ETS trains for Christmas, school holidays
KTMB will provide two additional ETS trains for the KL Sentral-Padang Besar route and return trips in conjunction with the holidays.
Fri Nov 22 2024
BNM'S international reserves rise to USD118 bil as at Nov 15, 2024
Malaysia's international reserves rose to US$118.0 billion as at Nov 15, 2024, up from US$117.6 billion on Oct 30, 2024.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Findings by dark energy researchers back Einstein's conception of gravity
The findings announced are part of a years-long study of the history of the cosmos focusing upon dark energy.
Fri Nov 22 2024