Tag: Environment

Mass Extinctions: Catalyst for Stronger Life ResilienceThe Gaia hypothesis, introduced in the 1970s by James Lovelock and Lynn Margulis, suggests that Earth functions like...

Dogs have proven themselves to be more than just man's best friend in the UK by successfully identifying tree diseases for the first time....

The ocean's digestive system is made up of picky microbes and the precise dynamics of drifting debris. Carbon falls through the ocean in the...

Whale, hello there! Welcome to our orca quiz. You may be familiar with their distinctive black-and-white pattern and tall dorsal fins, but how much...

Northwest Pacific orcas have been spotted wearing salmon hats again, a trend that was first observed in the 1980s and has recently made a...

Drought is a common occurrence in the western United States, but recently the eastern part of the country has been facing its own challenges...

Elana Alizade reminisces about the days when the beaches around Baku were teeming with life. She recalls the biodiversity, the snakes, the turtles, and...

Fast fashion has become a popular trend in recent years, with clothing companies churning out new designs at a rapid pace. While this may...

The COP29 climate talks recently concluded in Baku with a crucial agreement on funding for developing countries. The negotiations were intense, with several countries...

The Klamath River in California has undergone a remarkable transformation in recent years, from a tragic example of degraded wildlife habitat to a success...

The Welsh government has decided to withdraw the controversial tree planting targets for farmers in Wales. The initial requirement for farmers to allocate 10%...

Magnet fishing has become a popular outdoor activity, especially during the COVID-19 pandemic. People like James Kane and Barbi Agostini are exploring the world...

A crucial current in the Atlantic Ocean that helps regulate the Earth's climate is weakening at a faster rate than previously anticipated. This current,...

Scientists working with the U.S. Coast Guard have discovered a 1,640-foot-tall structure that resembles an underwater volcano off the coast of Alaska. The structure,...

Freshwater levels on Earth have reached a concerning low, indicating a potential global drying trend due to climate change, as reported in a recent...

Scientists have discovered the importance of the Irminger Sea in driving the key Atlantic currents that help regulate Earth's climate. This region off southeastern...

Climate change has had a significant impact on the wind speeds of Atlantic hurricanes in 2024, according to a new study released by Climate...

Oak trees have long been a familiar sight in forests around the world, with 425 species making up a significant part of the ecosystem....

Global climate talks are grappling with a significant challenge: the burning of oil, gas, and coal is a major contributor to climate change, resulting...

A weather satellite recently captured a timelapse of the "bomb cyclone" that is expected to bring hurricane-like conditions to the West Coast between today...

Offshore oil platforms have been a part of the California coast since the late 1800s, with Platform Holly being one of the oldest. As...

Mountain lions in Greater Los Angeles are adjusting their behavior to avoid encountering humans who are increasingly using their territory for recreational activities. A...

Every oceanographer I know who is studying the controversial idea of coaxing the ocean to absorb extra carbon dioxide from the atmosphere remembers the...

Countries worldwide have been looking to natural carbon sinks like forests and wetlands to help them meet their climate goals. These areas naturally absorb...

A major storm is brewing on the West Coast, bringing with it a "bomb cyclone" and an atmospheric river that will unleash heavy rain,...

Mount Taranaki in New Zealand is a stunning sight from space, with its snow-capped peak rising above the unique "Goblin Forest" that surrounds it....

A potential "bomb cyclone" is on its way to California and Oregon, bringing strong winds and heavy rains to the West Coast from Tuesday...

President-elect Donald Trump's nomination of Chris Wright, the CEO of fracking services company Liberty Energy, as Energy secretary has stirred controversy and sparked concerns...

The winter solstice, the darkest time of the year with the least sunlight and the longest night, is not necessarily the coldest day of...

Happy Monday, everyone! I'm here to bring you the latest science news from around the world. Let's dive into some fascinating updates that you...