As global temperatures keep rising because of human activities like burning fossil fuels and cutting down forests, Earth is getting closer to critical points that could permanently disrupt its complex systems. Our planet is in a dangerously precarious state. Pretending otherwise, or simply continuing to ignore the issue, definitely won’t...

Earth systems critical to all life are on the verge of total collapse

Have you ever wondered why the Earth is warming at an alarming rate? The answer lies right under our noses – climate change, a phenomenon that scientists worldwide have been battling against. A recent study from ETH Zurich presents insights into our planet’s climatic past, offering a unique perspective on the effects of warming today.

Plants needed millions of years to recover from past climate warming

Tipuana trees are emerging as a beacon of hope amidst the serious threat of climate change, which is altering weather patterns and leading to extreme conditions like heatwaves and droughts. In São Paulo, Brazil, scientists have discovered that these remarkable trees not only survive but thrive in challenging environments, continuing...

Resilient trees can help protect cities from climate change

We can often find the stunning beauty and fascination that nature has to offer right in our own backyard. However, could there be a plant lurking in your outdoors that’s not quite as benign as it appears?. Recently, researchers delved into the dark side of the plant world where...

Common backyard plant can cause severe burns and DNA damage

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Biscuitville, a North Carolina-based chain, has been named the No. 1 fast-food breakfast spot in the nation by USA Today's 10Best. This accolade comes after a month-long voting period where people across the country chose their favorite breakfast destinations.

North Carolina-based chain ranks No. 1 in the nation for fast-food breakfast. Here’s why

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Brazilian sharpnose sharks swimming in South America's coastal waters have been found to have significant levels of cocaine and its metabolites in their system, according to a team of researchers in Brazil.



					
			

Unlike Hollywood's depictions of coked-up predators on drug-fueled rampages, the effects of the illicit stimulant on key species in the marine food chain could be less obvious yet far more concerning.
The team, led by environmental scientist Gapriel de Farias Araujo from the Oswaldo Cruz Institute in Brazil, found high concentrations of cocaine in every one of the 13 juvenile and young adult Brazilian sharpnose sharks (Rhizoprionodon lalandii) they tested.
They...

'Cocaine Sharks' Discovered in Brazil Raise Alarm Over Ocean Pollution

The world today is more understanding – and embracing – of cannabis use than it has ever been before. Oddly enough, the green herb with its distinctive odor has quickly jumped the ranks from a controversial substance to an almost celebrated component of pop culture. However, like with...

Cannabis use directly linked to head and neck cancer

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Shortly before 3 AM, people in the Chicago area may have felt their houses shake as a 3.4-magnitude earthquake occurred about 60 miles west of the city. (CHICAGO) The United States Geological Survey (USGS) reported a 3.4-magnitude earthquake around Somonauk, IL. Somonauk is in DeKalb and LaSalle Counties, 64 miles west of Chicago.

Did You Feel the Earthquake?

A symphony of roars fills the air – a familiar yet haunting soundtrack that never fails to shoot a thrill down one’s spine. Yet, have you ever stopped to wonder how every throaty roar that escapes the king of the jungle is also a plea? A plea for help, a plea for survival. This fact gains new importance on August 10 – World Lion Day, a date that draws attention to the ever-shrinking world of these royal beasts.

Honoring the king of the jungle on World Lion Day

ESA’s Gaia mission, fabulous in its own right as a star surveyor, has recently spotted potential moons around more than 350 asteroids. This extraordinary discovery is detailed in a new study led by Luana Liberato of Observatoire de la Côte d’Azur in France. “Binary asteroids are difficult...

Gaia reveals moons around hundreds of asteroids

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There are endless sources of inspiration for travelers nowadays, and with pandemic travel restrictions having been largely lifted, you can explore nearly every corner of the world.

10 Most Dangerous Cities in The World, Ranked

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 Torrential rains in Brazil have eroded parts of a fossil site, revealing what scientists think could be the world’s oldest known dinosaur skeletons.The “almost fully preserved” dinosaur fossil, discovered next to a reservoir in Brazil’s southernmost state of Rio Grande do Sul, could be around 233 million years old, researchers say.They suspect the fossil creature lived during the Triassic Period, when all of the Earth’s continents were a single landmass called Pangea, and dinosaurs had just emerged.Researchers suspect the unearthed fossil belongs to a member of the Herrerasauridae family of carnivorous dinosaurs that grew to about 2.5m in length.These...

Heavy rains in Brazil unearth what could be world’s oldest dinosaur fossil

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Survival International, a prominent advocacy group for Indigenous peoples, has released photographs showing members of the reclusive Mashco Piro tribe on a beach in the Peruvian Amazon. The group claims these images prove logging concessions are “dangerously close” to the tribe’s territory. The photos raise alarm bells about the potential threats to one of the world’s largest “uncontacted” tribes.

Photos Of An Isolated Peruvian Tribe Reveal 'Dangerously Close' Logging Concessions, According To Advocacy Group

In what can only be described as a herculean accomplishment, a team of scientists has succeeded in bringing to the surface a long, 1,268-meter section of rocks from the Earth’s Mantle. This layer, hidden beneath the crust, forms the largest chunk of our planet. The insights gained from this...

Record-breaking hole drilled into the Earth’s mantle is a scientific goldmine

Travel warnings are on the rise after escalating unrest and violent riots across the UK, which have been ongoing for over a week. The U.S. State Department has issued a “Level 2: Exercise Increased Caution” travel advisory for the United Kingdom due to the heightened threat of terrorism. While travel advisories for the UK aren’t uncommon, this one highlights the ongoing concerns related to both terrorism risks and recent unrest in the region.

U.S. Issues New Travel Alert for the UK Amid Escalating Unrest: What You Need to Know

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Conservationists Rally to Protect Precious Species Against Declining Populations. In the dense forests and rolling landscapes of New York State, a quiet crisis is unfolding as once-thriving long-eared bats face extinction threats. Named for their long ears, these small, insect-eating mammals have been vital to the ecosystem but are now in peril of survival.

Endangered Long-Eared Bats in New York State Face Imminent Threats to Survival

Looking at photos, sunspots might seem small or insignificant amidst the immense backdrop of the Sun. However, sunspot activity is anything but insignificant. They’ve had scientists scratching their heads for centuries and still do so today. What implications does this peak in sunspot activity hold for our understanding of...

NOAA: The Sun now has highest number of sunspots seen since 2001

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The mantis shrimp is one tough customer. Beautiful and deadly are two words you don’t typically use to describe shrimp, but the mantis shrimp is definitely in a class of its own; earning a reputation as the ‘savage boxer of the sea’ and one of the most fearsome creatures in the ocean. And, they're right at home here in South Carolina.

Savage Boxer of the Sea: The Deadly Beauty of Mantis Shrimp

The natural world is full of wonders, one of which involves the symbiotic relationship between plants and the animals that assist in seed dispersal. The conventional wisdom is that birds and mammals, tempted by the sight of red fruit hanging from branches, are the primary players in this relationship. A...

Insects play a much bigger role in seed dispersal than we thought

AI is driving a transformation in climate-conscious farming, particularly in the livestock sector, where reducing emissions is critical. In 2020, agricultural activities were responsible for releasing 16 billion tons of carbon dioxide equivalent, with cattle-related meat and milk production contributing around 3.8 billion tons. Increasing the efficiency and output of...

AI paves the way for climate-conscious farming

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Climate migration is an urgent reality that cannot be ignored

Migration is at the forefront of the climate crisis, as the globe faces unprecedented environmental challenges, including extreme weather events, biodiversity loss, and resource scarcity. Humanity’s...

Climate migration is an urgent reality that cannot be ignored

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