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12/28/2017 / By Rita Winters

Experts accuse Russia of covering up a nuclear fuel plant leak, claiming it caused the mysterious radioactive cloud across Europe sighted in September

In September this year, a radioactive cloud was spotted above Europe. Researchers who investigated the incident discovered that the cloud was swept westward towards Europe from the Ural mountains, which serves as a boundary between Russia, Europe, and the rest of Asia. Researchers who looked into the incident hypothesized that the radioactive cloud was the […]

12/25/2017 / By Rita Winters

Non-communicable diseases from air pollution, diet, and obesity now responsible for majority of deaths in India, analysis finds

Air pollution is killing the planet, as well as its inhabitants. In addition to harmful substances in the air, people’s daily diets are also contributing to premature mortality worldwide. A recent study from the Centre for Science and Environment (CSE) in India states that air pollution, diet, and obesity are the leading causes of death […]

12/15/2017 / By Rita Winters

A look at how life ebbs and flows on our planet, from space

As their name defines their work, the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) monitors space, searching for signs of life on other planets (in other galaxies), and discovers something new about our universe daily. But did you know that this agency also helps scientists understand our own planet? With high-tech satellites that capture images from […]

12/06/2017 / By Rita Winters

Anthrax may wipe out chimpanzees; it is a widespread and persistent cause of death for rainforest mammals

Anthrax is an infection in animals seen in the skin, lungs, and intestines. It is caused by the bacteria called Bacillus anthracis, and it can affect humans. While anthrax is more commonly reported in arid climates, recent studies show that tropical rainforest outbreaks may have severe consequences for local wildlife. Data and samples collected over […]

12/03/2017 / By Rita Winters

Underwater geology: Scientists have discovered that ocean currents create avalanches, rivers and other seafloor infrastructure changes

We know more about space than the behavior and structure of the ocean deep. Scientists recently discovered that deep ocean currents cause sediment avalanches and changes to rivers and the sea floor. The team of scientists responsible for this discovery is led by Maria Azpiroz-Zabala, Dr. Matthieu Cartigny, professors Peter Talling, Dan Parsons and Mike […]

11/26/2017 / By Rita Winters

The evolution of reality: Psychology professor explains how each generations’ perception of their environment changes the definition of “the natural world”

Each and every person defines nature in his own way. For some, nature may be a city park. Others consider nature simply as a flower pushing through the pavement. No matter how urbanized or polluted a city may be, some people would consider a single tree in the midst of skyscrapers to be “nature”. This […]

11/24/2017 / By Rita Winters

Celebrity trainer warns: Sodas are worse than cigarettes — they’re detrimental to your health, wallet, and the environment

Just like cigarettes, carbonated drinks are dangerous to your health, the environment, and your wallet. If you got used to drinking sodas with your meal, you better watch out – you’ll be more likely to develop obesity, diabetes, and cardiovascular diseases. Jillian Michaels, a celebrity fitness trainer, spoke against the dangers of drinking soda. She […]

11/17/2017 / By Rita Winters

New life for pollution: Chemists are looking into using cigarette butts for hydrogen storage

There’s no question about it, smoking is bad for your health (and our environment). More than six trillion cigarettes are smoked each day, creating 800 metric tons of cigarette butt waste. These environmental eyesores are costing us our planet, and are making its way into waterways and bodies of water, poisoning humans and wildlife with […]

11/05/2017 / By Rita Winters

Cities that enjoy the benefits of “cool roofs” also conserve water — they reduce the amount needed for irrigation, according to new study

Wearing light-colored clothing in the summer helps cool the body down, while dark colors tend to warm it up. The same thing goes with roofs – the lighter it is, the less heat there will be. These cool roofs, installed by individual houses or whole communities, tend to lower the local air temperatures and helps […]

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