ENVIRONMENT & CLIMATE

UN-Backed Floating City Soon to Rise in South Korea by 2025 to Help Survive Rising Sea Levels and Withstand Category 5 Hurricanes [IMAGES]

TECH & INNOVATION 05.02.2022 04:00 AM

Rising sea levels and natural disasters intensified by climate change are threatening the lives of millions living in coastal areas. Read on to find out how a UN-backed floating city being constructed in South Korea aims to build a sustainable city safe from flooding and natural disasters.

Crystals Serve as Time Capsules for the First Plate Tectonics 3.8 Billion Years Ago, New Study Claims

05.01.2022 23:54 PM

The oldest record of plate tectonics is sealed in ancient zircon crystals scientists found in South Africa. Read on to find out how a geological activity was recorded in those rocks.

Fluffy Herding Dogs in South America Found as Closest Relative of UK Ancient Sheepdog Breed from 200 Years Ago

05.01.2022 04:54 AM

A new study confirms that the common herding dogs of South America are the closest living relative of sheepdogs in the Victorian-era UK. Read more about the connection between the breeds, and how European migration affected the spread of the herding dog's lineage.

Kansas Tornado Causes Damages in Homes, Cars in Wichita

05.01.2022 03:25 AM

A Kansas tornado damaged homes and cars n Wichita. Learn more about the harm done in the affected area, and the category the calamity has been categorized.

Coyote Causes Terror in California’s Huntington Beach After Seriously Injuring a Girl; How Dangerous is This Animal Species?

04.30.2022 21:53 PM

A girl was attacked by a coyote in Huntington Beach, California. Learn more about the dangers coyote attacks bring and how dangerous they can be to humans.

57-Foot Leviathan Sea Monster Might Have Had Close Encounters With Strong Rival Megalodon as They Pursue Similar Prey

04.30.2022 02:04 AM

The two sea monsters leviathan (livyatan) and megalodon had fierce battles when both still existed? Read on to know which between the two was more powerful.

Extinct Marine Reptiles: How Did Its Large Bodies, Long Necks Help Them Swim Underwater?

04.29.2022 09:30 AM

Two-headed bearded dragons are rare species that they gain popularity online. Discover what their two heads do each and how they’re surviving in their habitats.

Sand Crisis Risks Depletion of World's Most-Used Natural Solid, UN Says

04.29.2022 09:00 AM

UN recently published a guideline on how to control the usage of sand and prevent the impending 'sand crisis.' Learn more about the bizarre problem of sand resources and how to keep the catastrophe at bay.

About 85% of Oyster Reefs in Texas Are Disappearing: How Can This Affect Coastal Environments?

04.29.2022 08:54 AM

Oyster reefs are disappearing in Texas raising concerns among fishermen. Read here to find out how oyster reefs' disappearance affect the environment and economy.

Shark Nets Continue to Harm Migrating Humpback Whales in Australia's East Coast

04.29.2022 08:17 AM

Marine wildlife and conservation experts in Australia are calling for the removal and replacement of the shark nets on the East Coast. Learn more about the effects of these nets to the gigantic visitors of Queensland waters.

Extinct Marine Reptiles: How Did Its Large Bodies, Long Necks Help Them Swim Underwater?

04.29.2022 06:05 AM

Large bodies helped extinct marine reptiles in overcoming the extra drag. Find out more about how they were able to swim underwater through their long necks.

12-Foot Sea Serpent Washed Up Ashore in New Zealand: Is It a Sign of an Upcoming Disaster?

04.29.2022 05:46 AM

A 12-foot sea serpent was washed up ashore in New Zealand. Continue reading to know what the sea creature is and what it represents in the Japanese culture.

Fossils of 65-Foot Giant Sea Monster Discovered From Swiss Alps Switzerland Suggest Ichthyosaur Marine Reptile Could Be the Largest Animal to Exist

04.29.2022 00:37 AM

The fossils of what is believed to be the largest animal that ever lived on the planet are dug out of rocks about 9,000 feet above sea level in Switzerland. Read on to learn further details.

Climate Change Linked to Viral Transmission; How Does Rising Temperature Contribute to the Spread of Ebola, Coronaviruses?

04.28.2022 15:09 PM

A new study recently showed a link between climate change and viral transmission. Find out how rising temperatures add to the spread of viruses between species.

Endangered Species: Scientists Warn 1 in 5 Reptiles Are at Risk of Extinction

04.28.2022 10:00 AM

A new global analysis showed that more than 10,000 reptile species are threatened with extinction. Find out which reptiles are under the IUCN’s red list.

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