ENVIRONMENT & CLIMATE

Chinese Man Arrested for Smuggling 107 Turtles Worth over $400,000

POLICY 05.22.2020 09:39 AM

Animal trafficking has been a long-lasting issue in China, with many cases revealed, such as the arrest of Shen, a Chinese wildlife trafficker who was arrested for smuggling 107 frozen sea turtles.

Dangerous Levels of Arsenic in Water May be Poisoning Up to 220 Million People: Check out the Hotspots

05.22.2020 04:48 AM

A study reveals that up to 220 million people around the world are consuming toxic levels of arsenic from groundwater.

Siberians and Native Americans Related? Recent Discovery Shows Oldest DNA Link

05.21.2020 07:17 AM

Archaeologists discover a 14,000-year-old tooth which directly links Siberians and Native Americans. However, there had been multiple arguments and theories regarding how the first Americans crossed from Asia to North America.

Why do Spring Rains Bring Hay Fever? New Study Explains Why

05.21.2020 01:36 AM

Researchers have found that pollen granules can stay airborne for up to 11 hours after the rain. Experts advise pollen-sensitive individuals to remain at home during and hours after rain downpours and thunderstorms to avoid hay fever.

Penguin Poop Releases High Levels of 'Laughing Gas' Hundred Times Over a Newly Fertilized Danish Field: Study

05.20.2020 05:06 AM

Not only is laughing gas found in dental clinics, but also penguin poop. Researchers have discovered that 'guano' or penguin poop emits high levels of nitrous oxide. Click the link above to learn more.

Study Shows Ironing Clothes Can Cause Muscle Fatigue; Go for Portable Garment Steamers

05.19.2020 23:42 PM

Looking for an alternative for ironing clothes? Check out these portable garment steamers that won't only get rid of wrinkles, but germs and dust mites as well.

US Twice Likely to Experience More Devastating ‘Dust Bowl’ than During the Great Depression Once Every 20 Years: Study

05.19.2020 23:38 PM

Wheat supply of the US can be depleted and the world food system can be affected once the 'Dust Bowl' that is more devastating than what occurred during the great depression.

Cyclone Amphan: India, Bangladesh Evacuate Millions as they Brace for the First Super Cyclone in 20 Years

05.19.2020 08:37 AM

The biggest cyclonic storm over the Bay of Bengal is expected to landfall on Wednesday morning, and forecasters warned of extensive damage due to heavy rains and strong winds.

Brave Man Who Saved a Whale Calf Caught in Nets Could Be Fined $27,000 for Interfering with Shark Control

05.19.2020 07:39 AM

A man saves a whale calf entangled in nets off the Gold Coast but now could face fines amounting to $27,000. Queensland has been implementing the shark netting program for years, but many start to question whether the nets do more damage than good. Click the link above to watch a video of the rescue.

Chinese Woman 'Scared to Death' As 30 Bats Crawl on her Kitchen Window While Preparing Breakfast

05.19.2020 00:56 AM

WATCH! Imagine discovering 30 bats crawling behind your window during a peaceful morning while preparing breakfast. A poor woman from China has actually experienced it. Click the link above to watch the video and read the full story.

Confirmed! Hurricanes Get Stronger and More Destructive by 8% Every 10 Years Amid Global Warming!

05.18.2020 23:16 PM

Scientists are warning us to brace ourselves as stronger and more destructive storms and hurricanes could be heading our way. The culprit: climate change and global warming. Click the link above to learn more and to watch a video explanation.

Poor Creature! Watch as Thai Vet Pulls Out a 12-Inch-long Piece of Plastic From a Turtle's Behind

05.18.2020 04:16 AM

Watch the video of a Thai vet pulling out a 12-inch-long plastic waste out of a turtle's back end. Learn about how plastic waste affects the lives of marine creatures by clicking the link above.

Fishes in Australian Aquariums Show Signs of Depression with No Human Visitors to Interact with Amid COVID-19 Pandemic

05.16.2020 18:50 PM

Numerous fishes in an aquarium in Australia has stopped eating, while others are hiding in the dark corners of their tank due to the lack of human interaction after the aquarium was closed in March due to COVID-19 pandemic.

Norway is Excavating First Ever Viking Ship in 115 Years But Needs to Save it First From Fungus

05.16.2020 18:44 PM

Archaeologists must hurry to save the remains of the first viking ship in Norway in 115 years from its ruthless foe: fungus.

Biologist Discovers New Parasitic Species on Twitter, Decides to Name it After the Social Networking Service

05.16.2020 03:36 AM

A biologist has discovered a new species of fungi by browsing through her Twitter feed. The new species was named after the social networking service. Click the link above to find out more about how social media helps scientists with their scientific discoveries and studies.

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