DIY Guide: Creating Your Own Zoetrope Animation Toy
Zoetrope Animation Is Back. Here’s How to Make OneZoetrope animation is making a comeback with a modern twist on the 19th-century technology. Artists are incorporating zoetropes into vinyl records, creating animated loops that come...
The Decline of Election Polling Accuracy: Factors & Solutions
Less than a week away from Election Day, the polls are indicating a tight race between U.S. presidential candidates Kamala Harris and Donald Trump, leaving many anxious about the outcome. David Karpf, a researcher...
Understanding the Differences in the New MPOX Strain Found in the UK
A new strain of the mpox virus, known as Clade 1b, has been identified in the UK for the first time. This new variant is believed to cause milder symptoms compared to other strains...
Understanding DANA: Deadly Flooding in Spain Explained
Heavy rains caused devastating floods in Valencia, Spain this week, leading to the deaths of over 155 people and leaving many others missing. The catastrophic flash flooding was triggered by a weather phenomenon known...
Unraveling the Mystery Behind the Bizarre ‘Dandelion’ Supernova
Astronomers have recently uncovered an intriguing celestial object known as "Parker's Star," the remnant of the supernova SN 1181, which was observed in 12th-century China and Japan. This unique object, located about 8,000 light-years...
Protecting Children’s Health: Why Climate Action Is Crucial on November 5th
The upcoming presidential election in 2024 will have a significant impact on the environment and the health of our children. The two candidates, former President Donald Trump and Vice President Kamala Harris, have very...
Developing Tamoxifen: Dora Richardson’s Underground Research for Saving Lives
In the 1970s, while working at ICI, Dora Richardson, along with her boss Arthur Walpole, discovered the potential of tamoxifen as a treatment for advanced breast cancer. Despite initial setbacks and ICI's reluctance to...
Pig Detection of H5N1 Virus Raises Concerns of Bird Flu Seasonal Flu Hybridization
The H5N1 avian influenza virus has been causing concern as it spreads through U.S. dairy cow herds and infects human farm workers. Recently, a different strain of the virus was detected in workers on...
Deadly Floods in Spain: Over 95 Lives Lost
Flash floods have wreaked havoc in southeastern Spain, claiming the lives of over 95 people and leaving many others missing. The region of Valencia has been hit the hardest, with cars, roads, and buildings...
Top 10 Deadliest Weather Events Fueled by Climate Change: Last 20 Years
Climate change has been identified as the primary cause of the ten deadliest weather events in the last two decades, resulting in the loss of more than 570,000 lives. The World Weather Attribution (WWA)...