Once Locally Extinct, ‘Top Predator’ River Otter Flourishing Again in New Mexico
nnConservationists in New Mexico are celebrating the state’s expanding population of wild river otters, as their numbers have tripled in the last 14 years.nnThough native to the state, the beasts were extirpated completely during the 1900s, likely due to a mixture of overtrapping and habitat destruction.nnHowever, groups can now be seen swimming about in waterways […]
Oldest Known Alphabet Unearthed in Ancient Syria–Predating All Others by 500 Years
nnIn western Syria, archaeologists believe they have unearthed evidence of the earliest use of an alphabet in the world.nnThe site, called Tell Umm el-Marra was an important urban center in Syria and one of the first to ever pop up in the region. It’s been under excavation for 16 years.nnIn one of the best-preserved tombs—remarkably […]
“If you don’t define yourself for yourself then you will be eaten alive by others’ fantasies of you.” – Audre Lorde
Quote of the Day: “If you don’t define yourself for yourself then you will be eaten alive by others’ fantasies of you.” – Audre LordennPhoto by: Joshua Rawson-HarrisnnWith a new inspirational quote every day, atop the perfect photo—collected and archived on our Quote of the Day page—why not bookmark GNN.org for a daily uplift?nn
Good News in History, December 4
129 years ago today, Feng Youlan was born. This Chinese academic and philosopher was instrumental in reintroducing the Chinese classics of philosophy to the world. Critically for this form of Intangible World Heritage, as UNESCO describes it, he did so during a time of enormous upheavel, stretching from the fall of the imperial Qing Dynasty […]
Octopus Suction Cup Design Could Help Dentures Stick to the Mouth
nnScientists have found a way to help dentures better stick to the mouth—which is a bigger problem than you think—by mimicking the powerful suction cups found on octopus tentacles.nnSince 1 in every 10 users of dentures have trouble keeping them in place, they sometimes have to resort to various denture cements and adhesives to keep […]
Archaeologists Uncover Gateway to Ancient Greek Temple Alongside the Nile in Egypt
nnOngoing excavations at a sprawling temple 125 miles north of Luxor have unearthed a towering discovery: a temple pylon measuring 150 feet wide made of sandstone blocks.nnIt was found at the Athribis site dating to the Ptolemy dynasty when Egypt was ruled by the descendants of one of Alexander of Macedon’s generals, where excavations are […]
1,000 Endangered Animals Set to Return Home to Madagascar in Anti-Trafficking Victory
nnIn May, GNN reported that 48 lemurs, 30 primates of various species, several crocodiles, and over 1,000 rare tortoises were seized when a convoy of four smuggling trucks was raided in Thailand.nnThe bust was valued at around $2 million on the black market, but now, these animals are set for a return to their wild […]
Scientists Discover Simple Supplement That Causes Prostate Cancer Cells To Self-Destruct
nnVitamin K is found in leafy greens and is crucial for blood coagulation and calcium synthesis in tissues—but may also cure prostate cancer.nnNot vitamin K specifically, but a precursor called menadione, which was found in a recent trial to interfere with the survival process of tumor cells and ultimately saw them explode.nnProstate cancer is one […]
Good News in History, December 3
32 years ago today, engineers at the Sema Group used the Vodaphone network and a computer to send the world’s first SMS. It revolutionized mobile communications, allowing for not only short exchanges between friends, family, and coworkers, but for security checks, donation drives, and marketing programs all to take place with minimal effort from employees […]
“Earth knows no desolation. She smells regeneration in the moist breath of decay.” – George Meredith
Quote of the Day: “Earth knows no desolation. She smells regeneration in the moist breath of decay.” – George MeredithnnPhoto by: Drazen Nesic (cropped)nnWith a new inspirational quote every day, atop the perfect photo—collected and archived on our Quote of the Day page—why not bookmark GNN.org for a daily uplift?nn