Archive for 2024
US Sees Record Surge in Whooping Cough Cases
The United States is experiencing its highest number of whooping cough cases in nearly a decade, with over 32,000 cases reported this year, according to recent data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). This represents a
Wolves May Be Pollinators as Well as Predators, Study Suggests
Biologist Claudio Sillero first observed a curious behavior among Ethiopian wolves in the 1980s: these carnivores were licking the flowers of the red hot poker plant, native to Ethiopia’s highlands. New research now confirms this behavior and suggests that these
Secrets of Longevity: How the Greenland Shark Defies Time
The pursuit of longevity has long fascinated humanity, with nature often serving as the best teacher. From the ageless wisdom of giant tortoises to the mysteries of deep-sea creatures, the animal kingdom offers clues to living longer. One of
Controversial Arctic Refreezing Plan Shows Promise, but Risks Remain
In the frigid Canadian Arctic, scientists and entrepreneurs are braving extreme cold to carry out an ambitious experiment that could reshape the future of our planet’s ice caps. The team from the UK-based startup Real Ice is conducting tests
World’s Biggest Iceberg, A23a, Resumes Its Journey
The world’s largest iceberg, known as A23a, is once again on the move after being stuck for several months in the Southern Ocean. This colossal iceberg, which spans an impressive 3,672 square kilometers — slightly larger than the U.S.
G7 Commits to Phasing Out Coal by 2035 with Exceptions
The Group of Seven (G7) nations reached a significant climate agreement this week, committing to end the use of “unabated” coal by 2035. This marks a pivotal moment in global climate negotiations, as the G7 represents some of the