Max Planck Institute evolutionary anthropologist Nada Salem and colleagues sequenced the ancient DNA of two female ...

The Sahara Desert, known today for its vast, arid landscapes, was once a fertile region teeming with life. A recent study analyzing stalagmites from caves in southern Morocco has revealed that between ...

An international team has sequenced the first ancient genomes from the so-called Green Sahara, a period when the largest desert in the world temporarily turned into a humid savanna-like environment.

In addition to the stunning sand dunes, the Sahara is also home to unique rock formations that add to its allure. These formations, shaped by the forces of nature over thousands of years, create a ...

Exploring nature's wonders across continents gives you a rare glimpse of the planet's diverse landscapes and ecosystems ...