At the beginning of the 20th century, for many scholars and botanists, this endemic Madonie fir was considered extinct. In 1957 a group of botanists discovered a surviving population in the Vallone Madonna degli Angeli, in the territory of Polizzi Generosa.
An international team of scientists has discovered the first direct evidence linking seemingly random weather systems in the ocean to global climate. Find out more here!
The mysterious asteroid Vesta, the second largest in the solar system, recently became in opposition to Earth, giving rise to an impressive astronomical event.
At a distance of one metre the voice of this indigenous bird reaches a sound power of 90 decibels, an intensity similar to that emitted by a jackhammer.
The WHO has recommended that all adults and children over 6 months old can be vaccinated with the Pfizer antigen.
The Halgolla estate, owned by Kelani Valley Plantations PLC, is recognised as a haven for wildlife by IUCN Sri Lanka, one worth managing and saving.
Find out how many daily steps are needed for a healthy life and how to personalise this goal to suit your lifestyle.
The biodiversity of mountain species and habitats is extraordinary. Around 25 of the world's 34 major biodiversity centers are located in mountain regions. Mountains cover just over a quarter of the Earth's surface.
A tunnel will be built near Stonehenge, this will alleviate congested traffic in the region but compromises the UNESCO World Heritage title of the famous stone circle.
A volcanic eruption is declared in Iceland, which appeared particularly heavy and threatening for the town of Grindavik. Find out the latest update.
Amateur photographer captured an extremely rare bird in Colombia, which hadn't been seen for over a century! The bird drew attention for its vibrant colours and bright plumage.
The cold is back this winter, and with it, sometimes snow, so it will become common to see trucks throwing salt on the roads. This seems to be the best "antidote" to melt the snow and ice.