ENVIRONMENT & CLIMATE

100 Liters of Crude Oil Has Leaked Out in British Columbia

ENVIRONMENT & CLIMATE 06.04.2019 10:32 AM

The British Columbia government has filed a reference case asking if it would be allowed to bring in more regulations.

New Tech can Identify Earthquake Magnitude in 10 Seconds

06.04.2019 10:21 AM

They say earthquakes will never be predictable, but new technology shows that it can gauge the full power of an earthquake a few seconds after it begins to tremble.

The Ocean Could be a New Wave for Renewable Energy, But What Are the Risks?

06.04.2019 10:06 AM

Wave energy systems use the water’s movement to make electricity. There's no question that finding new sources of renewable energy is good for the environment.

Biodiversity Crisis Puts Humans at Risk

06.03.2019 13:50 PM

The problem on biodiversity is getting worse with cimate change and human lives may be at risks. (Photo : CLM-bv) The world's leading scientists are giving humans a fair warning before they release the results of their study concerning the Earth and its survival after biodiversity.

Single-Use Plastics Speed Up Climate Change Damages

06.03.2019 13:50 PM

A report warns that if plastic production and use is not stopped, it will expedite the effects of climate change.

Vanishing Ice in Bering Sea Threatens US Food Resource

06.03.2019 13:49 PM

The ice levels in the Bering Sea are dropping and it threatens the United State’s main source of seafood.

Will Climate Change Cause Humans to go Extinct?

06.03.2019 13:47 PM

The claim that humanity only has just over a decade left due to climate change is based on a misunderstanding

Heat Will Drive Lower Crop Yields, Not Drought

06.03.2019 13:24 PM

Researchers forecasted the enormous losses for maize and spring wheat, but more resilient crops such as sorghum, which is half as sensitive to high temperature as maize, will experience less damage

Plant 10 Trees If You Want to Graduate, Says New Filipino Law

06.03.2019 00:13 AM

A bill has been passed requiring pre-graduates to plant at least 10 trees prior to graduating. A new Filipino law requires all graduating high school and college students to plant at least 10 trees each before they can graduate.

The Real Story Behind the Saber-Toothed Cats Fangs

06.03.2019 00:10 AM

Scientists explain the evolution of fangs of saber-toothed cats The saber-toothed cats are known for its iconic fangs which can grow up to 28 centimeters (11 inches).

Mosquitoes Develop Resistance Against Insecticides

06.03.2019 00:10 AM

Study reveals that mosquitoes develop resistance against insecticides Mosquitoes might be small insects but pose danger to one's health. Dengue is one of the detrimental diseases caused by Aedes aegypti, a species of mosquitoes.

Portugal Earthquakes Might be Caused by the Planet's Peeling Crust

06.03.2019 00:08 AM

Off the Coast of Portugal, scientists believe that the Earth’s crust might be peeling off. (Photo : Emre Can) PORTUGAL -- It was in 1969 when the country was hit by an earthquake that caused a tsunami to occur.

60,000 Premature Deaths in Japan Caused by Heavily Polluted Air

06.03.2019 00:07 AM

While Japan may prove to be less polluted now than its neighboring countries in Asia, its problem with air pollution is not yet over.

Climate Change Causes Growth Spurt Among Old Trees

06.02.2019 23:49 PM

The scientists looked into the occurence of growth rings around tree trunks which revealed that the oldest of trees have exhibited the most growth spurts.

Thames' Lonely Beluga Whale 'Benny' Moves On

06.02.2019 23:49 PM

The beluga whale spotted swimming alone in the Thames have moved on. (Photo : Andrea Holien) A beluga whale was spotted swimming in the waters of Thames last year.