Climate change is not just about rising temperatures and weird weather. It's also about how these changes might be affecting our health in sneaky ways. Scientists are starting to think that climate change could be linked to things like Alzheimer's disease. How? Well, it's all about stress on our bod
In Belem, Brazil, Marina Silva, the country's environment minister, received a standing ovation at the COP30 climate summit. Her speech was emotional, and she raised her fist in defiance, declaring that progress, though modest, had been made. The summit was a mix of triumph and frustration, as deleg
The Iron Bowl is just around the corner, set for November 29 at 6:30 PM CST. This year, the action will unfold at Auburn's Jordan-Hare Stadium. While the weather might not be a major factor, it's definitely going to be cold. The National Weather Service predicts a high of just 55 degrees in Auburn
In the southern Barents Sea, tiny creatures are making a big impact. These are zooplankton, the small animals drifting in the ocean. They are super important for fish and shellfish. This area is a hotspot for fishing. So, understanding zooplankton here is crucial. A recent study looked at these tin
Enxhi Qirici, a former Boston police officer, recently won a $1 million verdict against the Boston Police Department. She claimed her colleagues made inappropriate comments about her personal life and relationship. The jury did not agree that her firing was due to discrimination or retaliation, but
In Erie, it's not uncommon to find unusual animals in the water. Last year, there was talk of an alligator in Lake Erie, and this summer, a freshwater jellyfish was seen near Presque Isle. But in mid-November, something even more unexpected happened: an axolotl was found swimming in Walnut Creek. Th
Studying viruses in water is tricky. But now, there's a new method that makes it easier. It's called Nanopore direct RNA sequencing (NDRS). This method helps find RNA viruses in water. Researchers came up with a special way to use NDRS. They tested different tools to find the best ones. Flye was gre
Dancing with the Stars is a popular show where celebrities dance their hearts out for a trophy. This year, the finalists are Robert Irwin, Elaine Hendrix, Dylan Efron, Alix Earle, and Jordan Chiles. But behind the glitz and glamour, there's been some drama. Corey Feldman, a former child actor, was
Florida's stunning coastline is under threat once again. A recent proposal could allow oil drilling just off the coast, putting the state's economy and environment in danger. The idea of drilling for oil near Florida's coasts is not new, but it's always been a bad idea. The state's economy relies h
Pollution is a big problem. It messes with our health and the health of animals. One pollutant, potassium perchlorate, is used a lot in industries and the military. It's known to mess with thyroid function. But what about its effect on male reproductive health? Not much is known. Scientists decided
