Additionally, ancient humans may have ramped up their use of ochre. This naturally occurring pigment is composed of iron ...

During a brief but dramatic chapter in Earth's history about 41,000 years ago, the planet’s magnetic field nearly collapsed.

Around 41,000 years ago, Earth’s magnetic field underwent a chaotic shift that temporarily weakened the planet’s natural ...

Although this event did not result in a complete reversal of the magnetic field, it did cause a significant weakening—down to just 10% of its current strength—allowing energetic particles from the Sun ...

About 41,000 years ago, Homo sapiens may have survived increased solar radiation caused by a weakening magnetic field by ...

Ancient homo sapiens may have benefitted from mineral-based sun protection, living in caves and even tailored clothing.

Imagine waking up one morning to a world where compasses point south instead of north, where auroras shimmer across the ...

A giant sequoia located in Sequoia National Park in California, the General Sherman is 52,500 feet in volume and is more than ...

BBC Breakfast's Naga Munchetty was left momentarily speechless during Thursday's programme (April 17) following a comment ...