The ‘American Cheetah’ Wasn’t a Cheetah. New DNA Evidence Shows Just How Wrong Scientists Had It

The 'American Cheetah' Wasn't a Cheetah. New DNA Evidence Shows Just How Wrong Scientists Had It

Miracinonyx trumani, an extinct big cat commonly known as the American cheetah, lived in North America during the Pleistocene. Its nickname comes from its resemblance to modern cheetahs, including physical traits suitable for high-speed pursuit. But scientists’ understanding of this ancient predator has changed in recent years and now researchers have discovered surprising new details … Read more

New tick-borne virus that can cause flu-like illness discovered in China

New tick-borne virus that can cause flu-like illness discovered in China

Scientists in China have identified a previously unknown tick-borne virus that can cause flu-like illness, fatigue and gastrointestinal symptoms, according to a new study. The newly discovered virus, the Asian longhorned tick nairovirus (ALTNV), which is part of the orthonairovirus group, has also been found to cause thrombocytopenia (reduced blood platelet counts) and laboratory evidence … Read more

USS Abraham Lincoln turned up in Thailand looking rusty – why?

USS Abraham Lincoln turned up in Thailand looking rusty - why?

When the USS Abraham Lincoln docked in Thailand this week, some people were quick to criticize its condition. The US aircraft carrier has been at sea for about nine months where it has been supporting the US-Israel war against Iran. BBC Verify has spoken to military experts who say that while the length of their … Read more

At least two dead in blast at Bolivia military barracks – BBC

At least two dead in blast at Bolivia military barracks - BBC

At least two dead in explosion at Bolivian military base BBCExplosions at Bolivian military base kill at least 10, injure dozens Al JazeeraBolivia: Deadly explosion rocks military base in Viacha DW.com Explosions at Bolivian army base kill two, injure dozens yahoo.comExplosion at Bolivian military base kills at least 10, official says ksl.com