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An archaeological study in Arizona’s Sonoran Desert has analyzed ceramics and other artifacts alongside human remains, confirming the individual’s Native American origins. The burial site is prehistoric, predating written language in the region, and the materials have been handed to the Tohono O’odham Nation for further handling. The discovery follows ongoing desert investigations linked to real estate development.
A cluster of recent marine sightings shows orcas and dolphins appearing more frequently off the Northumberland coast, while Norfolk Island’s reefs show stress from runoff, dredging plans and El Niño. Scientists warn warming waters threaten coral ecosystems and coastal wildlife.
Bloomberg reports that parents are paying thousands to pair college-age children with career coaches years before careers begin, aiming to give students the polish needed to secure internships and jobs in a harsh job market.