In a remarkable revelation, recent research shows that mature forests are critical warriors in the battle against climate change. Contrary to prevailing theories, the study has revealed that older trees react to higher atmospheric levels of carbon dioxide (CO2) by boosting their production of woody biomass. This discovery strengthens the...

Mature forests play a surprising role in climate mitigation

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

The Guardian

‘Integrated’ work to help biodiversity and tackle climate crisis can also benefit humanity, says Dr Trisha Gopalakrishna

Successful environmental projects benefit nature and people, study finds

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Australia’s forestry industry raised eyebrows this month when it released plans to remove trees from native forests, potentially including national parks, and claim carbon credits in the process.

Forestry Australia, the industry body behind the plan, claims it would make ecosystems more resilient and help tackle climate change. But decades of research findings clearly suggest the proposal, if accepted, will have the opposite effect.

Scientific evidence shows some proposed practices make forests more fire-prone and undermine forest health. And the carbon released when cutting down and processing trees would undercut any climate benefits of the plan.

Australia cannot risk any more declines in...

Industry push to earn carbon credits from Australia’s native forests would be a blow for nature and the climate

By 2030, global cultivation areas are expected to expand by 3.6%, increasing global agricultural production by 2%. This projection comes from the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) of the United Nations and the Organization for Economic Cooperation and Development (OECD). An interdisciplinary research team led by Dr. Florian Zabel and...

Expansion of agricultural land threatens climate and biodiversity, land-use model finds

Beneath the ocean waves, a green oasis exists that often goes unnoticed: seagrass meadows. Think of them as the underwater equivalent of your local park. However, a recent study reveals that these meadows offer significant public health benefits that demand our attention. The study, led by Joleah Lamb from the...

Seagrass meadows filter human pathogens, making seafood safer

When walking your dog during the scorching summer heat, it may be tempting to allow it to drink from various sources encountered on the road. However, such shared public water sources may pose significant dangers to your furry friend. Lori Teller, a clinical professor at the Texas A&M School of...

Is it safe for dogs to drink from public water sources?

The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is responsible for ensuring the safety of the U.S. food supply, but a new study reveals that the agency has taken a hands-off approach when it comes to the safety of many additives already in our food. Self-regulation of food additives. Under current regulations,...

Hundreds of ingredients in U.S. foods are potentially unsafe

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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

Bowhead whales, the silent giants of the Arctic, play a crucial role in the ocean’s ecosystem. These amazing creatures can grow up to 60 feet long and have fascinated scientists for years with their unique behaviors and impressive lifespans. A recent study has shed light on their lives, uncovering...

Bowhead whales dive in synchrony despite being separated by distances over 60 miles

New research from the University of Oxford has revealed significant differences in how male and female wild lions experience changes in their social networks as they age, and these differences may have a profound impact on their survival. The study, published in the journal Current Biology, provides new insights into...

Male and female lions have different social strategies for survival

Methane is a powerful greenhouse gas commonly produced in marine and freshwater environments, with lakes being significant sources of its release into the atmosphere. Fortunately, there are microorganisms capable of mitigating this issue by using methane as a source of energy and growth, thereby preventing its escape into the atmosphere. These microorganisms, known as methanotrophs, act as a crucial “biological methane filter.”

Bacteria in lakes help fight climate change

The Lens

This year’s area of low oxygen in the Gulf of Mexico is larger than average, the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) announced on Thursday. The “dead zone” is approximately 6,705 square miles , as measured last week. Within NOAA’s 38 years of measuring the dead zone, this year’s assessment marks the 12th-largest area of low to no oxygen, which can kill fish and marine life.

Gulf ‘dead zone’ larger than average, larger than expected for 2024, scientists announce

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A lady is cautioning others about purchasing budget earrings from Amazon, Shein, and H&M, after she experienced keloid formations on her earlobes due to wearing them. On a TikTok post that has garnered more than 334,000 likes, Sailor Rozema (@sailor.rozema), a content creator, shares a warning with her community of "dangly earring girls": the inexpensive jewelry found in fast fashion can have negative impacts on your well-being.

‘I’ll never be wearing earrings for the rest of my life’: Customer warns against buying from Shein

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A retired military officer who had been struggling with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) tragically died after jumping from the world’s largest cruise ship last month, authorities confirmed.

Cruise Passenger Who Jumped from World's Largest Ship After Dispute Suffered with PTSD

Scientists often look to nature for solutions to humanity’s most pressing challenges, and when it comes to understanding global warming, Earth’s geological history provides a long-term perspective that is both enlightening and alarming. Throughout Earth’s history, catastrophic volcanic eruptions have periodically released vast amounts of carbon into the...

Earth's volcanic past reveals the shocking reality of global warming

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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?

In 1760, society entered a new era with the First Industrial Revolution. From there, the world has changed dramatically, with new possibilities never imagined before. It happened again with the Second Industrial Revolution. It allowed for mass production at the start of the 20th Century. The next Century introduced even...

The Fourth Industrial Revolution: A New Manufacturing Paradigm

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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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The Advanced Strategic Planning and Policy Program and the Security Force Assistance Brigades are two recent initiatives where the Army nailed it.

2 Programs the Army Got Right

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Forest restoration aids humans, nature, and climate together

Often perceived as a tug of war between different goals, forest restoration has typically been viewed through the lens of trade-offs. Is the goal to capture...

Forest restoration aids humans, nature, and climate together

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