Monthly Archive: December 2022
Scientists are hoping ‘historical biomolecules’ on a 15th-century missive written by Vlad Dracula, the inspiration for Bram Stoker’s vampire count, will reveal more about him. A 16th-century portrait of Vlad III, more commonly known as Vlad the Impaler or Vlad Dracula. Photograph: Ian …
Invasive reptile scuttles into electric substation in Florida, frying power and itself. Iguanas are considered an invasive species in Florida, where they are notorious for disrupting traffic. Photograph: Mike Stocker/AP– Guardian staff Last modified on 2022 Dec 09 – This rebel reptile had …
Series of attacks come after assault on North Carolina facilities cut electricity to 40,000. Power lines in Oregon, seen after a wildfire. It is unclear who is behind the attacks on power stations. Photograph: Mathieu Lewis-Rolland/Reuters – Dani Anguiano in Los Angeles @dani_anguiano …
Although the toilet used in the study just contained clean tap water, such would not be the case in a real-word flushing scenario. John Crimaldi – By Ben Coxworth 2022 Dec 08 – You’ve probably heard it before – if you don’t put the …
An artist’s impression of the ecosystem that lived in Greenland 2 million years ago, as revealed by the world’s oldest DNA samples. Beth Zaiken – By Michael Irving 2022 Dec 07 – The record for world’s oldest surviving DNA has been shattered. An international …
City’s police department prohibited from using the 17 robots in its arsenal for lethal force after board of supervisors vote. A woman holds up a sign while taking part in a protest about the use of robots by the SFPD. Photograph: Jeff Chiu/AP …
For those prone to seasonal affective disorder, a shift in the sleep cycle can impact energy levels. Ben Akiba/E+ via Getty Images – By Lina Begdache, Associate Professor of Health and Wellness Studies, Binghamton University, State University of New York Published: 2022 Dec …
The pagan tradition of celebrating the winter solstice with bonfires on Dec. 21 inspired the early Christian celebrations of Christmas. Gpointstudio/ Image Source via Getty Images – By Thomas Adam, Associate Professor of International and Global Studies, University of Arkansas Published: 2021 Dec …
Jonathan, Seychelles giant tortoise given to Saint Helena in 1882, is also oldest known living land animal. Jonathan on the grounds of Plantation House, home of the governor of Saint Helena. Photograph: PA – Nicola Davis @NicolaKSDavis Last modified on 2022 Dec 02 …
An artist’s impression of a black hole producing jets, which are believed to be responsible for an extremely bright flash of light detected by astronomers. Dheeraj Pasham, Matteo Lucchini, and Margaret Trippe – By Michael Irving 2022 Dec 01 – Astronomers have spotted an …
