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)...
‘Spectacular Footage of ‘Halloween Comet’ ATLAS Burning Up as it Approaches the Sun’
Comet C/2024 S1 (ATLAS) has met its demise as it evaporated while heading towards the sun on Monday. The comet, also known as the "Halloween Comet," was initially hoped to be visible to the...
Earth’s Climate Racing Toward Collapse of Key Atlantic Currents Before Last Ice Age, Study...
The recent study suggests that the collapse of vital Atlantic Ocean currents just before the last ice age was caused by global warming. This weakening of currents led to a cooling of the Nordic...
Expert Tips to Beat Election Anxiety and Get Better Sleep
The U.S. presidential election can be a stressful time for many people, leading to anxiety and sleepless nights. According to a survey by the American Psychological Association, over 82 percent of adults have found...