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Gold Mining's Hidden Danger: Mercury's Lasting Impact in Brazil

December 13, 2025

Brazil's gold mining history has left a messy mark. Mercury, used to extract gold, has polluted the environment in ways that are hard to undo. This isn't just a problem for nature; it's a health risk for people too. Mercury gets into the environment in three main ways. First, new mercury is added d

environment

Winter's Magic in Hokkaido: A Hidden Gem

December 13, 2025

Hokkaido, Japan's northernmost island, transforms into a winter wonderland. Snow blankets the forests, and volcanoes wear white caps. Lakes, fed by glaciers, reflect the icy scenery. This is also the home of the Ainu people. They have a deep bond with nature. Their lives revolve around hunting, fish

environment

The Hudson River's Fight for Clean Water

November 27, 2025

The Hudson River has come a long way from its polluted past. In the 1960s, it was a dumping ground for sewage and toxic waste from factories like General Motors and General Electric. The river was so polluted that Governor Nelson Rockefeller called it a "great septic tank. " But things changed. Laws

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When Science Takes a Backseat to Politics

August 22, 2025

In the early 1900s, a scientist named Trofim Lysenko had some odd ideas. He thought he could teach plants to grow in winter by soaking them in cold water. He also believed that if you treated crops right, they could thrive anywhere, even in places like Siberia. These ideas were not based on solid sc

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Heavy Rains Wreak Havoc in Mountain Regions

August 18, 2025

In recent times, heavy rainfalls have been causing significant problems in the mountainous areas of India and Pakistan. These sudden and intense downpours, known as cloudbursts, have led to flash floods, landslides, and mudflows, resulting in loss of life and destruction of property. In one such in

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Wetlands at Risk: How a Court Ruling Impacts Illinois

August 13, 2025

A recent Supreme Court decision has changed the rules for protecting wetlands across the United States. The ruling in Sackett v. EPA has made it harder for wetlands to qualify for protection under the Clean Water Act (CWA). This is because the new rule says wetlands must be directly connected to lar

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Northwestern India's Land and Water Woes

July 15, 2025

Northwestern India's Trans-Gangetic Plains (TGP) are vital for the country's food supply, growing lots of wheat and rice. But this area is in trouble. Land is getting worse, and droughts are becoming more common. This is a big deal because not many studies have looked at both problems together. A r

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Flood Warnings: Who Pays the Price?

July 10, 2025

In Texas, Kerr County faced a tough choice: invest in a flood warning system or risk lives. The county knew the danger. Nearby, Wimberley County had already lost 13 people to flooding. Kerr County's officials wanted to act, but money was the problem. They looked to FEMA for help, but the state turne

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Wetlands: A Lifeline for Birds in Farm Country

July 1, 2025

In the heart of Iowa, a battle is brewing between farming and nature. Farmers have been draining wetlands to grow crops, but this has left birds that migrate in the spring with fewer places to rest. To tackle this issue, scientists are looking at how man-made wetlands can help. These wetlands are n

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The Fishy Truth of Khaliajuri Haor

June 22, 2025

Khaliajuri Haor, a shallow wetland in Northeast Bangladesh, is facing serious issues. Climate change and human activities are taking a toll on this bowl-shaped wetland. To understand what's going on, a study was conducted to look at fish populations and the threats they face. The study collected da