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We Were Fighting The Wrong Villain

A new study shows that glyphosate contamination in rivers stems largely from urban sources, challenging previous assumptions

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Two researchers in protective suits and masks collecting water samples from a river for glyphosate analysis

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Fossils et al.

Dinosaurs With Iron-Coated Teeth?

Recent research suggests that some dinosaurs might have had iron-coated teeth, similar to modern Komodo dragons, enhancing their predatory…

3d ago

Three Komodo dragons feasting on a large piece of prey. The two dragons on the left are tearing at the flesh, while the one on the right has a large chunk of meat in its mouth. The scene takes place in a grassy, forested area with a dirt ground.

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The New Climate.

Is Climate Change Already Affecting People’s Lives?

Severe droughts in the Amazon Basin emphasize that climate change effects are far more complex and disruptive than just warmer summers.

Jul 15

The image shows a riverside community in the Amazon Basin experiencing the effects of severe drought. The riverbed is mostly dry, exposing boats that are stranded on the ground. The houses, some of which are built on stilts, indicate that the area usually experiences high water levels. The dry conditions illustrate the drastic impact of droughts on these communities, affecting their transportation, access to goods, and overall way of life. This visual evidence underscores the findings of the rec

Jul 15

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The Environment

Is Your Water Safe? New Map Highlights Deadly Forever Chemicals Contamination Zones

New study uncovers PFAS contamination hot spots and reveals higher risks in densely populated and groundwater-reliant areas — check the…

Jul 10

A young girl reaches up to wash her hands at a kitchen sink, assisted by an adult standing behind her. Water flows from the faucet as both their hands are under the stream, highlighting a moment of daily routine and care

Jul 10

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Fossils et al.

Did a Horned Dinosaur Inspire the Mythological Griffin?

New research challenges the popular hypothesis that Protoceratops fossils inspired the mythological griffin, revealing significant…

Jul 1

An intricate, vintage illustration of a griffin, a mythical creature with the body of a lion and the head and wings of an eagle, surrounded by detailed depictions of flora and insects, showcasing the artistic imagination in ancient mythology

Jul 1

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The Environment

Climate-Proofing Our Society: One Rare Event At the Time

Expecting and preparing for rare climate events can help us better manage the impacts of climate change

Jun 15

It illustrates the split-screen effect showing a scientist analyzing climate data on one side and various extreme weather events on the other side, emphasizing the unpredictable nature of climate change

Jun 15

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The New Climate.

Can We Remove 9 Billion Tons of CO₂ in Time?

To avoid climate disaster and meet the Paris Agreement, we must remove 7 to 9 billion tons of CO₂ annually — but how?

Jun 10

Can We Remove 9 Billion Tons of CO₂ in Time?

Jun 10

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The Environment

We Already Lost Our Most Valuable Secret Weapon

Tropical rainforests, once thought to be climate change buffers, are experiencing rising temperatures, threatening biodiversity and…

Jun 4

A sloth hanging form a tree

Jun 4

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The Environment

Your Building’s HVAC Is Slowly Killing Us

Urban buildings could be polluting our cities just as much as traffic

May 31

a polluted city

May 31

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The Environment

To Stabilize Microplastics, Even a 1% Reduction Matters

The power of small steps towards a cleaner, healthier planet

May 28

a plastic water bottle floating in the ocean

May 28

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24x Boosted Author | Quantitative Ecologist / Science Editor / Former University Professor / Climate Activist / Feminist

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