Caves

Scientists uncovered a elegantly carved saddle made from several pieces of birch wood from an ancient cave in Mongolia. Credit: William Taylor/ CU BoulderIn April 2015, an ancient cave burial at Urd Ulaan Uneet, located in the high Altai Mountains of western Mongolia, was plundered by thieves. Upon their arrest, police discovered various artifacts, including a finely crafted saddle composed of multiple birch wood pieces.Now, in a new study, researchers from Mongolia collaborating with University of Colorado Boulder…

A recent study challenges previous claims that Homo naledi, a species dating back to between 335-241,000 years ago, deliberately buried their dead and created rock art in Rising Star Cave, South Africa. Experts in various fields argue that the evidence is not strong enough to support these assertions, citing a need for more rigorous scientific analysis and documentation.Recent research challenges the assertions that Homo naledi, an ancient human relative with a smaller brain dating back to 335-241,000 years ago,…

A study on temperature variations in 12 caves worldwide indicates that climate change could endanger key freshwater reserves and the ecosystems within. The research, highlighting the correlation between surface and cave temperatures, raises concerns about the stability of these vital subterranean environments.A global study examining temperature changes in 12 caves across the world indicates that a significant portion of the Earth’s readily available freshwater supplies may be endangered by climate change.Caves allow…

Active dripstone formation in a side area of the “Kleine Teufelshöhle.” Credit: KIT (taken as part of the HEiKA Project Check Extrema)Researchers from Heidelberg and Karlsruhe use stalagmite for the reconstruction of regional and global climatic history.Tree-ring data, when integrated with information from stalagmites, has enabled a team of researchers, including geoscientists from Heidelberg University and the Karlsruhe Institute of Technology, to access a distinctive archive for examining natural climate fluctuations…

It’s six miles or so from Furman University to the Bon Secours Wellness Arena in Greenville, South Carolina. But for Bear Rinehart, lead singer of rock act Needtobreathe, that journey took over two decades. “It’s way bigger than we really ever thought it actually would be,” Rinehart tells Rolling Stone. “And the fact we’re still doing it seems way longer. If you asked me, ‘Are you going to do it for 10 years?’ I’d say probably not. That would seem crazy.” Perched on a backstage couch at Bon Secours, Rinehart…

In recent weeks, Elon Musk’s car company has been locked in a labor dispute with the unions of Sweden. Now, as the dispute drags on, Tesla seems to have won a small victory amidst the broader fight: license plates. Did Elon Musk Regret Buying Twitter? | Walter Isaacson InterviewYes, you heard that right. To explain, Sweden’s postal workers recently stopped delivering license plates to Tesla, making it impossible for the car company to supply them to vehicle owners and, as a result, making it quite difficult for the…

Dr. Tyler Faith, NHMU’s chief curator, examines elk bones inside Skeleton Cave in the Uinta Mountains, Utah. Faith and a research team from NHMU collected bones from the site but left the elk skeleton in place given that it is the namesake of the cave. Credit: Randy IrmisNew study by NHMU utilizes cave data to set standards for understanding modern climate effects on mammal populations.Scientists from the Natural History Museum of Utah have taken a deep dive into the not-so-distant past thanks to a friendly tip from…

Many auto and driving enthusiasts in India marvel at the roads constructed amidst the treacherous geographical conditions of the Himalayas in Northern India. Thanks to the Border Roads Organization (BRO), an integral part of the Indian Army, several roads leading to unimaginable destinations in the Himalayas across challenging terrains have become a reality. Recently, the BRO accomplished a remarkable feat by driving the first set of vehicles to the Amarnath Cave in Jammu and Kashmir via a newly constructed road. The…

Following “changes in the market,” Ford is easing some aspects of its EV dealer program. The changes involve reducing the number of required chargers and cutting training costs. Ford alters EV dealer program due to market changes Illinois’ state motor vehicle board handed Ford dealers in the state a victory after claiming Ford broke the law with its program’s requirements. About 26 dealers in the state argued Ford’s EV program violated state franchise laws, particularly the charging…

Following a loss in Illinois, Ford is easing some aspects of its EV dealer program. The changes involve reducing the number of required chargers and cutting training costs. Ford alters EV dealer program following IL loss Illinois’ state motor vehicle board handed Ford dealers in the state a victory after claiming Ford broke the law with its program’s requirements. About 26 dealers in the state argued Ford’s EV program violated state franchise laws. In particular, the charging requirements.…