The Dead Sea's dramatic history reveals a shocking narrative of desiccation far deeper than previously imagined. This ancient lake, now evaporating, has endured cycles of extreme drought, challenging young Earth creationist theories. Evidence from sediment cores exposes not just one, but multiple significant drying events that defy a simplistic timeline of Earth's history.
A recent Nature paper reveals insights from fossilized dinosaur droppings, or coprolites, showing dinosaurs evolved from small omnivores to larger specialized eaters. Advanced imaging techniques allow detailed analysis of their diets, challenging young-earth creationist models by showcasing geological progression, preservation, and ecological diversity over millions of years, supporting an old Earth perspective.
In the Moroccan desert, millions of mosasaur teeth embedded in phosphate challenge the young Earth creationist viewpoint. The sheer volume and stratification of these fossils are impossible to explain under a rapid flood model. This evidence underscores a deeper, more complex history of Earth.
In a striking critique of young-earth creationist claims, the discussion surrounding the "Jurassic beaver" fossil reveals a need for intellectual honesty. The article underscores the flawed interpretations within YEC circles, advocating for rigorous examination of evidence and a recognition of the fossil record's complexity. Self-scrutiny in any belief system is essential.
Meet Bryan Osborn, the latest contestant in the Hemoglobin Challenge. His recent claims about dinosaur soft tissue have ignited a clash with scientific evidence. I'm calling out the misrepresentations and urging a more accurate language. The reality of degraded biomolecules in dinosaur fossils paints a story of much greater age, challenging the young earth narrative.
Here I revisit a contentious claim made by creationists about the coexistence of modern mammals and dinosaurs. By dissecting primary scientific literature, I debunk the portrayal of a "Jurassic beaver" and advocate for honest communication in presenting fossil evidence.
The search for ancient DNA has captivated scientists and the public alike for decades. The possibility of uncovering genetic information from long-extinct species promises to revolutionize our understanding of evolution and prehistoric life and makes one wonder if Jurassic Park might be possible However, the field of ancient DNA research has been fraught with controversies,... Continue Reading →
A response to a viewer's challenges to the conventional scientific view on preservation of soft tissues in dinosaur fossils. The writer discusses various scientific studies and explanations to address the challenges, emphasizing that the presence of preserved soft tissues does not negate the evidence supporting an ancient Earth.
The recent claims of modern mammals coexisting with dinosaurs made by Dr. Carl Werner have sparked controversy. However, a closer look at the fossil evidence reveals a more complex reality. While hundreds of mammal species did live alongside dinosaurs, they were largely different from modern mammals. Accurate interpretation of this evidence is crucial for understanding the true history of life on Earth.
In episode 67 of “This Week in Creationism”, I’m diving into some big news in the young-Earth creationist world, along with a few intriguing science stories that highlight some common creationist arguments and misconceptions. You can watch the full video below or read the highlights in this blog post. https://youtu.be/zeoWwkt5cJk?si=PXe8wp6-b5c9hGBY First up, there's been a... Continue Reading →
The Ark Encounter in Kentucky sits atop a treasure trove of real fossils, but misses the chance to engage visitors with these incredible resources. Instead of selling imported fossils, they could offer a genuine fossil hunting experience and explore the geological context. Why not use the natural resources available to them? It appears they are more interested in money than real education.
Billions of footprints are preserved in the rock record. While bones get all the attention, fossil footprints, a type of ichnofossils outnumber bones. How can we make sense of this observation? Surely, preserving a bone must be far more likely than preserving a footprint? I have written about how paleontologists use information from footprints and bones... Continue Reading →
Have you ever wondered about the origin of mythological creatures like dragons and griffins? Many ancient cultures believed in the reality of such creatures and depicted them in their art and stories. But where did these beliefs, these myths find their origin? Did they come straight from the imagination of social influencers of the day?... Continue Reading →
Paleontologists can get excited about fossils even if they are not dinosaurs, mammoths and hominids though this story has a Jurassic Park dino connection which helps. In this case several tiny fossil mosquitos had scientists abuzz in 2013. Fossils of mosquitoes are known from amber (fossilized tree sap) but are extremely rare in sedimentary rock... Continue Reading →
Young-earth creationists have been wrangling for decades over how to identify where the Flood/post-Flood boundary is to be found. I described the most popular hypotheses put forward by YECs in a recent post, Where is Noah's Flood in the Geological Column? I have also recorded a YouTube video based on this article. https://www.youtube.com/embed/7gEwLe6c3Wg There is... Continue Reading →
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