New warrior-like crocodile relative fossil found in Brazil reshapes Triassic predator evolution November 16, 2025 at 11:54PM

A remarkable fossil from Brazil unveils Tainrakuasuchus bellator, a medium-sized predator from the Middle Triassic. This agile carnivore, with its slender jaw and sharp teeth, highlights the early diversity of crocodile-line archosaurs. Its discovery reshapes our understanding of Gondwanan ecosystems and the evolutionary experimentation of these ancient reptiles long before dinosaurs dominated.

Who Is Marco Acortes? The mystery man behind viral 2013 coronavirus tweet everyone is talking about November 17, 2025 at 12:26AM

An obscure tweet from 2013 by online creator Marco Acortes, stating "Corona virus….its coming," gained widespread attention in 2020 when COVID-19 emerged. The post, which has not been edited, resurfaced again in 2025, sparking speculation about Acortes's prescience. He has since ceased all social media activity, leaving his current whereabouts and the inspiration behind the tweet a mystery.

Ecuador voters reject referendum to bring back US bases November 16, 2025 at 11:20PM

A referendum on whether to allow the return of foreign military bases to Ecuador is failing, with more than 60% of the votes counted.