Immaculate Mastodon Tooth Fossil, New Blood Test to Detect Pancreatic Cancer, and Gail the Newborn Masai Giraffe
Discover the top stories from Sept. 12 to Sept. 18, 2026, including a 10,000-year-old mastodon tooth found in California and a new blood test that could provide early detection of pancreatic cancer.
Scientists discovered a remarkably well-preserved mastodon tooth in a California creek, indicating an immaculate fossil from 10,000 years ago. The tooth is similar to others found in the region and provides insight into the ancient mastodon inhabitants of the area.
In North Dakota, approximately 66.5 million years ago, a Tyrannosaurus rex left behind a trail of four massive 13-foot footprints. These footprints, preserved in stone, offer a glimpse into the incredible strides taken by this prehistoric predator.
Art historians have recently uncovered a mystery surrounding a Renaissance portrait of Roman emperor Domitian, which may have been secretly painted by Leonardo da Vinci. Using lasers, researchers revealed the presence of a modern blue pigment in the painting, adding to the enigma surrounding its true creator.
A new blood test, called PANXEON, shows promise in detecting pancreatic cancer at its earliest stages, when the disease is more treatable. Pancreatic cancer has one of the lowest survival rates due to the lack of symptoms until advanced stages, making this test potentially life-saving.
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