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Scientists found the cleanest air on Earth, and it’s nowhere near you

June 2nd, 2020

Mike Wehner

Scientists found the cleanest air on Earth, and it’s far away from any human activity. Researchers sampled air over the Southern Ocean which surrounds Antarctica, finding it to be free of traces of human chemicals or waste. The remote location contributes to the air remaining clean for as long as it has. You might think …

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Scientists spot bizarre ‘headless chicken monster’ lurking near the ocean floor

October 22nd, 2018

Mike Wehner

If you have even a casual interest in science or nature you probably already know that the animals lurking deep within Earth’s oceans tend to be pretty weird looking. Scientists continue to discover strange species hanging out at depths where humans could never venture on their own, and a recent expedition by Australian researchers is …