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Space Traveling Chemicals Fall with Rain in Miami

November 5, 2024

You thought it was just water? Think again! Scientists in Miami have discovered that it’s raining something else too: chemicals that just won’t go away. They are called PFAS, or 'forever chemicals', because they stick around in the environment for a long time. These chemicals have been in use since

environment

Prince William's African Adventure: A Focus on Climate and Conservation

November 4, 2024

Prince William is kicking off a four-day trip to South Africa, with a big focus on climate change and the environment. He'll chat with young environmentalists, hang out with local fishermen, and even join a rugby practice at a local school. The highlight of his visit? The Earthshot Prize ceremony, w

environment

Prince William's Environmental Mission in South Africa

November 4, 2024

Prince William, 42, is heading to South Africa for an important visit, focusing on environmental issues and global warming. He's not just talking about it; he's also hosting a big event called the Earthshot Prize. This prize gives money to five groups that come up with clever ideas to help the envir

environment

Desert Bloom vs. Mine: A Nevada Battle for the Future

November 3, 2024

In the heart of Nevada, a fight is brewing over a lithium mine. The Western Shoshone tribe and conservationists are taking the U. S. government to court to protect a unique wildflower, Tiehm’s buckwheat. This plant can only be found in Nevada and is under immediate threat due to a planned deep mine.

environment

Amazon's Soy Shield Crumbles: What's Next?

November 3, 2024

In a surprising turn, the Brazilian state of Mato Grosso has passed a new law that chisels away at the Soy Moratorium, a deal aimed at curbing Amazon deforestation. This agreement, hatched in 2006 after a Greenpeace investigation linked soy to illegal deforestation, had big companies like Cargill, B

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California's Push to Protect Nature: A Global Example

November 1, 2024

California is a biodiversity hotspot, home to more species than any other U. S. state. That's why the Golden State sent a big delegation to the United Nations biodiversity summit in Colombia. The goal? To protect 30% of the world's land and water by 2030. Even though the U. S. hasn't ratified the bi

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Bat-Killing Fungus Spotted in Northern California

October 30, 2024

An unusual fungus that's been devastating bats across North America has now been discovered in the Sacramento region. This fungus, known for causing white-nose syndrome, can lead to the death of millions of bats. Recently, a western red bat in Sutter County tested positive for the fungus. This is su

environment

AI Boom: A Silicon Valley Mess with Global Impact

October 30, 2024

Imagine throwing away 13 billion iPhones every year. That's the scary prediction for electronic waste by 2030, thanks to the AI boom. Silicon Valley companies are pouring money into data centers for generative AI. But all this progress comes at a cost. The chips and equipment used today will soon be

health

Iron Levels: A Clue to Young Adults' Colon Cancer Risks

October 30, 2024

Did you know that changes in your iron levels could be a warning sign of colon cancer, even in young adults? For years, colon cancer was mainly linked to people over 65. But since the '90s, rates have been rising in adults under 50. Dr. Joel Mason from Tufts University shared that symptoms like rect

technology

Satellites in Space: What's the Environmental Impact?

October 29, 2024

Imagine having internet access anywhere in the world. That's what SpaceX promises with its Starlink project. But is it worth the risk to our environment? Over 100 researchers think it's time to find out. They've asked the U. S. government to review the environmental impact of launching thousands of