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A Cornell researcher taking a shortcut through an Ithaca cemetery stumbled upon one of the world's largest documented bee colonies. More than 5.5 million wild bees have been thriving in the undisturbed sandy soil for over a century.
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Scientists discovered one of the largest bee colonies ever recorded living beneath a historic cemetery in Ithaca, New York. The finding reveals how unexpected places can serve as crucial refuges for vital pollinators.
Archaeologists on the Greek island of Ithaca have uncovered a sanctuary dedicated to the legendary hero Odysseus, proving ancient Greeks worshipped their mythical king for over a thousand years. The discovery includes a tile fragment bearing Odysseus's name and artifacts spanning from 1600 BC to the Hellenistic period.
A quiet cemetery in Ithaca, New York shelters up to 8 million solitary bees in one of the largest underground colonies ever discovered. These hardworking pollinators are secretly helping nearby farms thrive while teaching scientists how ordinary spaces can become vital wildlife havens.
Two playground friends who both faced osteoporosis built a profitable startup in six months. Their calcium chew won $500,000 and became women-owned business of the year.
Archaeologists on the Greek island of Ithaca have uncovered a 1,000-year-old religious sanctuary dedicated to the legendary hero Odysseus, complete with his name inscribed on ancient pottery. The discovery proves that Homer's epic characters weren't just stories but living parts of ancient Greek spiritual life.
Archaeologists have discovered an ancient sanctuary on the island of Ithaca where Greeks worshipped the legendary hero Odysseus for over 1,000 years. The find includes votive offerings spanning from the Bronze Age to 31 BC and a tile fragment inscribed with Odysseus' name.
For two decades, Ithaca's Darwin Days has brought thousands together to celebrate scientific discovery through hands-on exhibits, family activities, and community learning. This year's 20th anniversary drew residents of all ages to explore evolution through a special mollusk exhibition and interactive fossil labs.
A New York county just became the state's only community to win a major federal clean energy grant. The $250,000 will jumpstart projects that cut emissions while creating local jobs.
After years of trying, Ithaca College's men's swim and dive team finally broke through to win their first Liberty League Championship, while the women extended their winning streak to six straight titles. Five program records fell in a single historic meet that had the whole natatorium celebrating. #