Gary Partain
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Bilzingsleben: Providing a New View of the Lower PaleolithicUntil recently, it was thought that Homo erectus was incapable of the kind of advanced thought necessary for civilization. A site in Germany is challenging that view.
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Ohalo II: Revealing Israel's PrehistoryIn 1989, a drought caused the level of the Sea of Galilee to drop to an unprecedented low, revealing an ancient village that had been submerged for millenia.
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Music of the Aztecs: The Sound of Pre-Columbian MexicoAn article about the music of the ancient Aztecs of Mexico, including the types of instruments used and some discussion of song lyrics.
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Two Delicious Squash RecipesTwo great recipes using zucchini, butternut and acorn squashes.
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New Trends in Global Carbon Emissions: There's Good News, There's Bad NewsA report on a statement recently issued by Lester Brown, president of the Earth Policy Institute, regarding improvements in global carbon emissions and directions for the future.
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The Lion Man of Hohlenstein-Stadel: Mystery from the Stone AgeThe story of the discovery and reconstruction of one of the oldest pieces of representative sculpture ever found. -
Ideas for a Halloween Theme Party with Games and Activities for Kids and AdultsHints for this year's Halloween bash, with fun things for all ages and links to some great recipes.
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Natural Thanksgiving CenterpiecesSome attractive and affordable ideas for brightening up your Thanksgiving table.
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Harmful Effects of NanopollutionThe EPA is finally taking action on this issue, which has been a source of worry among scientists for several years.
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Make a Bird Tree This ChristmasAn easy and fun way to attract birds to your yard this Christmas.
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Oldest Human Ancestor is Found in EthiopiaA report on the recent discovery of fossils of a distant human ancestor in the Afar region of Ethiopia.
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1,400-year-old Treasure is Found on Farm in EnglandThe largest Anglo-Saxon treasure ever found has turned up on a farm in Staffordshire, England.
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Unexpected Water on the Moon: Results Confirmed by Three Different SpacecraftA report on recent findings indicating water on the moon, which has huge implications for future colonies.
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Drinking Water in Many Schools Found to Contain Lead and Other PollutantsResearch shows that the nation's public schools often have poor water quality, and the problem sometimes originates in the school itself.
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Textiles in the Stone Age: New Evidence is FoundRecent archaeology indicates that the use of textiles and many other cultural innovations had already been invented well over 30,000 years ago.
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Music in the Stone Age: Ancient Instruments Come to LightA report on the fascinating finds of primitive musical instruments at Hohle Fels and other places in Europe, with some specimens going back 35,000 years. -
Two Senate Hearings Probe U.S. Involvement in Cell Phone ResearchThis article reports on two recent Senate hearings into the need for more funding and greater U.S. involvement in the ongoing research into the possible harmful effects of chronic cell phone use.
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Michael Bloomfield: a Short Biography of the Late Blues GuitaristA biography of Michael Bloomfield, the legendary blues guitarist who died tragically in 1981.
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Lawnmowers: A Major Source of Greenhouse GasesA report on the problem of lawnmowers and other small gas engines, a source of greenhouse gases that was unregulated until recently.
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Denosumab - New Osteoporosis Drug is Being Considered by FDAA report about denosumab, a new bone-boosting drug which may be used in future treatments for osteoporosis.
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Preparing for Your Fall GardenHints for the new gardener to prepare for a fall garden, as well as getting the site ready for next spring's garden.
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Scientists Voice Growing Concern About Styrofoam PollutionThere is growing concern among scientists and health care professionals about the dangers of styrofoam in the environment. -
South Africa's Blombos Cave: Pushing Back the Origins of HumanityA look at the paleontology that has been done at this fascinating site over the past 20 years, and some of the conclusions that have been drawn from it.
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Jack Vance: Master Tale-TellerA brief biography of Jack Vance, one of the old masters of imaginative literature, and a short list of his works with a short description after each one.
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Getting to Know Miles Davis: A Short List of His RecordingsFor those who don't know much about the jazz musician Miles Davis, but would like to, here is a short list of his recordings from which to start.
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Vitamin D Deficiency Increases the Risk of Heart Disease Among DiabeticsAn explanation, in layman's language, of the increased risk of heart disease among diabetic patients with vitamin D deficiency.
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The Story of Pink Morton and the Morton Theater in Athens, GeorgiaA brief description of the historic Morton building in Athens, Georgia, and its designer, Pink Morton.
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Fritz Leiber: A Pioneer of Modern Fantasy, Science Fiction and HorrorA brief biography of Fritz Leiber, one of the creators of modern imaginative literature.
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Arthur Lee and Love: Tragic Heroes of the Acid Rock SceneA short biography of legendary musician Arthur Lee and his band, Love, who are now recognized as being one of the most influential bands of their era.