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Rainfall is increasingly unpredictable due to climate change
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Climate change causes erratic rainfall, intensifying floods and droughts. New study highlights urgent adaptation needs.
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Saturn’s majestic rings will vanish in just six months from now
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Saturn's awe-inspiring rings are the most iconic celestial feature in our solar system. They will vanish in about six months from now.
on Sep 4
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One million straight years of rain triggered the dinosaur takeover of Earth
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233 million years ago during a one-million-year period of rain, the Carnian Pluvial Episode (CPE), dinosaurs emerged as the rulers of Earth.
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Turtles have genomes unlike any other animal
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In a recent paper published in the journal Genome Research, experts described the chromatin arrangement in the genomes of two turtle species
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Voyager 1 shocks NASA by communicating with a radio system not used since 1981
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Voyager 1 switched to a very old backup radio transmitter, not used since 1981, restoring NASA’s contact amid communication issues.
on Wed, 7PM
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Crows hold grudges against individual humans, often attacking, for up to 17 years
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Explore how crows can hold grudges for up to 17 years, showcasing their incredible memory and recognition skills.
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Survival of the friendliest: Social animals live longer
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Oxford researchers found social animals live longer and reproduce more effectively. Group living offers surprising survival benefits.
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Memory is stored in cells throughout the body, not just the brain
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Scientists discovered that memory formation isn’t limited to the brain. Non-brain cells can activate memory genes, responding to signals.
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Microplastics trigger cloud formation and alter weather patterns
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Microplastics can act as ice nucleating particles, potentially altering cloud formation, precipitation, and even global climate patterns.
on Sat, 5PM
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Animal cells capable of photosynthesis created for the first time
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In an incredible feat that redefines biological boundaries, scientists have successfully engineered animal cells capable of photosynthesis.
on Nov 7
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At Earth.com, our goal is to provide the internet with a homepage for anything and everything about our planet Earth and the environment.
on Nov 6
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Microplastics are steadily increasing in freshwater environments
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Penn State research links rising freshwater microplastics to the global increase in plastic production since the 1950s
on Nov 5
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100-year-old chemistry rule proven false, updating textbooks comes next
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Neil Garg is leading the charge to rewrite a fundamental principle that's been part of organic chemistry since 1924 -- Bredt's rule.
on Nov 4
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Vega star system discovery forces us to rethink planet formation
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The smooth, planet-less disk of the Vega star system challenges planetary formation theories, suggesting alternative cosmic influences.
on Nov 4
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Long COVID inflammation damages heart cells
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Long COVID inflammation linked to heart damage, as blood analysis reveals elevated cytokines impacting heart cells.
on Nov 4
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Moon named 'Miranda' orbiting Uranus seems to have an ocean and possibly life
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A recent study points to an exciting possibility: that Uranus's moon Miranda, located in the far reaches of our solar system, may harbor a hidden ocean and life.
on Nov 3
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New evolution discovery is being called "nothing short of revolutionary"
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New research is shaking up how we think about evolution, suggesting there's a level of predictability influenced by genes and genetic history.
on Nov 3
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Zapping the brain with ultrasound waves may cure drug addiction
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West Virginia University researchers pioneer a 30-minute ultrasound therapy to reduce addiction cravings, offering new hope for recovery.
on Nov 3
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Strange methane world on Titan could be a secret alien haven
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Titan's thick methane crust warms its ice shell, hinting at the potential for life. Shallow craters suggest fast geological changes.
on Oct 31
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New evidence suggests that dark energy comes from black holes
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Scientists suggest black holes may contain dark energy, accelerating the universe's growth. Future studies aim to confirm this link.
on Oct 30
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Cicadas grew 'super wings' to dodge ancient birds
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Ancient birds shaped cicada wing evolution, leading to faster, stronger wings for survival. This reveals insights into adaptive evolution.
on Oct 30
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How air pollution impacts brain health
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New research reveals how air pollution, especially PM2.5, may harm cognitive health through systemic inflammation.
on Oct 30
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Nearly one-third of asthma cases linked to air pollution
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The link between air pollution, specifically PM2.5, and asthma has been a topic of debate, with earlier studies offering mixed results.
on Oct 29
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Autism and ADHD disorders directly linked amount of time kids spend on screens
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Parents often turn to screens to entertain their kids, but a new study uncovered how this bad habit might be harming child development.
on Oct 29
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The foundation of life is at risk from climate change
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Photosynthesis forms the foundation of life on Earth, yet climate change increasingly threatens this essential process.
on Oct 29
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Lonely quasars in the early universe cannot be explained
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Tracking quasars back to the early days of the universe, several hundred million years after the Big Bang, a cosmic conundrum emerges.
on Oct 28
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Millions of people in the U.S. rely on contaminated groundwater
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Up to 95 million people in the United States may be relying on groundwater containing detectable levels of PFAS for their drinking water.
on Oct 28
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Insects are changing color to adapt to human destruction
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New Zealand’s native stoneflies changed color due to deforestation. This reveals humans' impact on stoneflies evolution.
on Oct 26
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Seabed disruptions may be destroying our climate
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Seabed disturbances release hidden carbon, fueling greenhouse gases and oxygen loss—new research uncovers this silent climate impact.
on Oct 26
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Cats can associate human words with images
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Researchers discovered that cats might link words to images, revealing new insights into feline understanding.
on Oct 25
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Origins of cannabis traced back 28 million years to the Tibetan Plateau
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The experts traced the origin of cannabis back 28 million years to a region that sits 10,700 feet above sea level on the the Tibetan Plateau.
on Oct 25
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Robots that sense the world through sound are more human-like
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SonicSense allows robots to 'hear' and identify objects through sounds and vibrations, similar to humans. This gives robots new abilities.
on Oct 24
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Quantum entanglement speed is measured for the first time, and it's too fast to comprehend
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Quantum entanglement is where two particles become interconnected and share a single state. But how and when do particles become entangled?
on Oct 23
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AI helps humans have a 20-minute 'conversation' with a humpback whale named Twain
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In a remarkable encounter, human scientists had what they describe as a "conversation" with a humpback whale named Twain.
on Oct 23
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Air pollution exposure slows down the brain's processing speed
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Air pollution, specifically PM2.5, impacts brain's overall cognitive health through inflammation and white blood cells.
on Oct 22
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Why electric vehicle owners have high carbon footprints
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Electric vehicles (EVs) reduce emissions but don't eliminate the owners' carbon footprint due to high electricity use and more driving.
on Oct 21
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Air pollution linked to a surge in hospital emergency visits
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Researchers found a link between air pollution and hospital visits. Even moderate pollution increases trauma, respiratory, and skin issues.
on Oct 20
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September 2024 was the second-hottest month ever recorded
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September 2024 marked the second-hottest month, highlighting accelerating global warming and extreme weather events.
on Oct 20
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Tropical animals change their behavior in response to moonlight
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Study found that half of tropical mammals change their behavior based on moon phases. Some avoid moonlight, while others become more active.
on Oct 19
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Your brain literally changes based on daily activities and lifestyle
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Brain activity changes over time based on daily habits like sleep, exercise, and mood. Heart rate and physical activity also influence brain.
on Oct 18
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Luminous galaxy NGC 3783 and a blue giant star
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Today's Image of the Day from the European Space Agency features the barred spiral galaxy NGC 3783 located about 130 million light-years away
on Oct 18
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Early humans preferred the mountains, and it changed our evolution
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Mountain diversity influenced early human evolution, offering abundant resources that shaped hominin adaptation and settlement.
on Oct 18
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Discovery of microRNA may change the fight against cancer
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The 2024 Nobel Prize in Medicine was awarded on Monday, October 7 to two American scientists for their discovery of microRNA.
on Oct 18
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Study: Dark matter does not exist and the universe is 27 billion years old
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A study from the University of Ottawa suggests we might not need dark matter or dark energy to explain the workings of the universe.
on Oct 17
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'Severe' solar storm just hit Earth, expect auroras in the Southern U.S. regions
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A huge solar storm is making its presence felt here on Earth. At 11:15 a.m. EDT, a CME traveling at nearly 1.5 million MPH hit our planet.
on Oct 17
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How light pollution influences interest in astronomy
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Experts have found a link between the ability to view stars free from light pollution and an interest in astronomy.
on Oct 9
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Diverse life forms from 800 million years ago redefine evolution
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Study uncovered evidence of diverse species living 800 million years ago, revealing early evolution and suggesting life diversified earlier.
on Oct 7
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Primates face an uncertain future due to climate change
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Climate change poses severe extinction risks to primates, affecting their habitats and survival chances globally.
on Oct 7
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Dangerous PFAS 'forever chemicals' found in the Amazon rainforest
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PFAS, known as 'forever chemicals,' have infiltrated the Amazon. They resist decomposition, posing health risks like cancer and infertility.
on Oct 6
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Dust from Africa sparked a massive phytoplankton bloom
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Dust from southern Africa crossed the Indian Ocean in 2019, triggering an unexpected phytoplankton bloom near Madagascar.
on Oct 5