Scientists have known for a while that dogs came to America in waves, but an ancient bone fragment has revealed that man’s best friend likely followed their human companions into Alaska as early 13,000 years ago. While the fragment itself is only around 10,150 years old, it supports the theory that humans and dogs migrated through the Northwest Pacific coastal route, which only became viable 13,000 years ago. Read full article here
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The First Solar-Powered Car Comes at a Hot Price
The Lightyear O is a revolutionary electric car powered by the sun. Developed by a Dutch startup, the four-door sedan has over 50 square feet of solar panels on its roof and hood, generating up to 43 miles of energy a day. With production now underway in Finland, the car does come with a hefty price tag at $262,000, but the company hopes to introduce a more affordable version, the Lightyear 2, by 2025. Read full article here