Zoe Mintz

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Originally from Montreal, Zoë Mintz joined IBTimes in March 2013. A graduate from the S.I. Newhouse School of Public Communications at Syracuse University, her writing has appeared in magazine, newspaper and online publications that speak to a range of audiences, but the majority of her work is rooted in place. She has also pursued work across platforms and cultivated an interest in multimedia and design.

David Stather, Canadian Doctor, Dies In Base Jump Off Cliff Near Grand Canyon

The body of a base jumper who died after jumping off a cliff near the Grand Canyon has been recovered and identified.

7,000-Year-Old Man Had Dark Skin And Blue Eyes; DNA From ‘La Braña 1’ Taken From Ancient Tooth [PHOTO]

DNA taken from the remains of a 7,000-year-old European hunter-gatherer reveals he most likely had dark skin and blue eyes.

World’s Oldest Cancer Originated In 11,000-Year-Old Dog, Ancient Canine Genome ‘Is Still Alive Today’

Scientists have sequenced the genome of the world's oldest continuously surviving cancer, a transmissible genital cancer that affects dogs.

Is Vitamin D The ‘Sunshine’ Supplement? Study Finds Healthy People Are 'Unlikely' To Benefit

A new study suggests vitamin D does not play a serious role in reducing the risk of diseases or fractures.

What Keeps Animals Warm? Insulating Power In Animal Fur And Feathers Shows Radiation Plays A Role

A new study suggests that radiative heat plays a role in keeping animals warm, which may lead to new developments in building insulation technology.

How Old Is Adam? Scientists Claim Earliest Male Ancestor Emerged 209,000 Years Ago

A new study says humanity's most recent common male ancestor emerged 9,000 years earlier than previously thought.

11-Foot Giant Squid Caught By Japanese Fishermen, ‘Significant’ Catch Captured On Camera [VIDEO]

The latest catch follows three other giant squids caught off the coast of Japan in recent months.

New River Dolphin Species Discovered For First Time In 100 Years, Araguaian Boto Has ‘Pretty Bleak’ Future [PHOTO]

Scientists in Brazil have identified a new river dolphin species found in the Araguaia river basin.

Water Vapor Plumes Discovered On Dwarf Planet Ceres, Asteroid-Like Object Has ‘Icy Surface’

Data collected from the Herschel Space Observatory shows water plumes on the largest body in the asteroid belt, the dwarf planet Ceres.

Ancient Dolphin Fossil Found In New Zealand, ‘Papahu Taitapu’ Used ‘High Frequency Sound’ To Navigate [PHOTO]

An extinct dolphin species was identified thanks to fossils found in New Zealand's South Island.

Two Women Die During Childbirth At South Shore Hospital, Colleen Celia And Christie Fazio Deaths Sparks State Investigation [PHOTOS]

The Massachusetts public health department is investigating the deaths at South Shore Hospital.

E-Whiskers Help Robots ‘Feel’ Their Surroundings, ‘Most Sensitive’ Tactile Sensors Ever Developed

Electronic whiskers developed by Berkeley Lab and Berkeley researchers help robots "see" and "feel" their surroundings.

Wild Beaver Caught On Camera In England, ‘Fantastic’ Discovery Made In The River Otter [PHOTO]

An environmental scientist captured images of a wild beaver in Devon, England, believed to have been hunted to extinction in the 12th century.

Night-Shift Work Causes ‘Chrono-Chaos,’ Irregular Sleep Patterns May Pose Long-Term Health Risks

A new study suggests irregular sleep patterns caused by shift work and jet lag disrupts the rhythm of genes, posing long-term health concerns.

Martin Luther King Jr. Quotes: 25 Inspirational Sayings To Share On MLK Day 2014

Thousands across the nation will attend church services, tributes and service projects to honor Rev. Dr Martin Luther King Jr.'s memory on January 20, a federal holiday.

Dogs And Wolves Evolved From Common Ancestor, Dog Domestication ‘More Complex’ Than Previously Thought

The findings indicate that the origin of domesticated dogs is more complicated than the commonly held belief.

Polar Bear Cubs Open ‘Beady, Black’ Eyes For First Time, See Their Mother [VIDEO]

Twin polar bear cubs born last month at Munich's Hellabrun Zoo were filmed opening their eyes for their first time.

Kangaroo Drawing Found In Portuguese Manuscript, Medieval Sketch Could Rewrite Australia’s History [PHOTO]

A drawing of a kangaroo in a 16th century prayer book suggests Portuguese explorers may have been the first to discover Australia.

More Than 5,900 Gas Leaks Found In Washington, D.C., ‘Surprising’ Methane Levels Detected [PHOTO]

Researchers have found thousands of natural gas leaks under the streets of Washington, D.C.

New Pharaoh Discovered In Egypt, King Seneb Kay Had ‘The Longest Rule’ Of His Time

The remains, which date back to about 1650 B.C., were discovered near the southern city of Sohag.

‘Magnetic’ Fishing Net To Catch Space Junk? Japan Plans Test For Late February

Find out who's about to test a new space-cleanup system.

Doomsday Clock Set To 5 Minutes To Midnight, Risk Of Global Catastrophe ‘Remains High’

The metaphorical indication of potential destruction "of our own making" remains as high as last year. Here's why.

Emma Duke, Disabled Toddler, Asked To Leave Panera Bread For ‘Squeaky’ Orthopedic Shoes [PHOTO]

A 2-year-old Georgia toddler with developmental delays was asked leave a Panera Bread restaurant after a customer reportedly complained that her orthopedic shoes were too loud.