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Mosquitoes' Changing Diet: Humans as the New Target

January 20, 2026

The Atlantic Forest in Brazil is shrinking fast. Farming and building have taken over most of it. This is bad news for animals and plants. But it's also changing the behavior of mosquitoes. Scientists did a study. They caught 1, 714 mosquitoes. These were from 52 different types. They found that ma

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Southern Africa Faces Severe Flooding Crisis

January 17, 2026

Southern Africa is in the grip of a severe flooding crisis. Over 100 people have lost their lives in South Africa, Mozambique, and Zimbabwe due to relentless heavy rains. The downpours have been ongoing for weeks, causing widespread devastation. In South Africa, the situation is dire. Army helicopt

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Uncovering the Past: How People Changed a Spanish Lagoon

January 10, 2026

In the southeast of Spain, scientists dug deep to learn about the area's history. They studied a 14-meter-long sample of sediment from a place called San Juan de los Terreros. This sample held secrets from the last 7, 800 years. The team used different methods to analyze the sample. They looked at

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Italy's Gentle Giants: How Humans Changed Bear Behavior

December 21, 2025

Deep in the Italian mountains, a unique group of brown bears has been living near humans for a long time. These bears, called Apennine brown bears, are different from other brown bears. They are smaller and have different faces. They are also less likely to be aggressive. This is not just a random t

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Sri Lanka's Fight Against Nature's Fury

November 30, 2025

Sri Lanka is facing a massive challenge right now. Over 150 people have lost their lives due to severe flooding and landslides caused by Cyclone Ditwah. The situation is so bad that the president had to declare a state of emergency to speed up relief efforts. Imagine, more than 20, 000 homes are gon

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Sri Lanka Faces Severe Flooding After Cyclone Ditwah

November 29, 2025

In Sri Lanka, the aftermath of Cyclone Ditwah has been devastating. Over 153 people have lost their lives, and 191 are still missing. More than half a million people across the country have been affected by the disaster. Rescue efforts are in full swing, with thousands of police, navy, and army pers

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A Deadly Night in Syria: Israeli Raid Leaves Many Hurt

November 29, 2025

In the early hours of a recent Friday, chaos erupted in the Syrian town of Beit Jin. Israeli forces stormed the area, leading to a violent clash. The result? At least 13 people lost their lives, including two young children. Many others were injured, some severely. The Israeli military claimed they

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Caribbean Islands Face Huge Challenges After Hurricane Melissa

October 31, 2025

The Caribbean islands of Haiti, Jamaica, and Cuba are dealing with major problems after Hurricane Melissa. This storm was very strong and caused a lot of damage. People are now working hard to clean up and help those in need. In Jamaica, the storm destroyed many homes and roads. People are living i

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Humpback Whales' Blind Spot

May 21, 2025

Humpback whales face a serious problem when it comes to spotting danger. Their eyes, which are about the size of a softball, don't provide them with clear vision. This isn't something that can be fixed with glasses, unfortunately. This is a big deal because it makes them more likely to run into boat