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Wildfires enhance phytoplankton production in tropical oceans
Products of wildfires are rich in biogenic elements and can enter the ocean through the atmosphere and rivers; however, little is known about their contribution to marine phytoplankton production. Here, Paleo-reconstruction revealed the relationship between wildfire and phytoplankton.
A vivid snapshot of human activities 40,000 years ago in Eastern Asia
A well-preserved archaeological site in China reveals a window into hunter-gatherer lifestyle 40,000 years ago. Excavations at the site of Xiamabei, in the Nihewan Basin, have revealed the presence of innovative and unique toolkits, illustrating more cultural diversity than previously realised.