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Countries in Crisis May Unilaterally Hack the Global Climate

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The landmark Paris climate accord sparked a rallying cry among developing nations: “1.5 to survive.” This signifies the global goal of limiting temperature rise to 1.5 degrees Celsius (2.8 Fahrenheit) above preindustrial levels. However, it’s anticipated that this threshold will be exceeded within the next decade, with global warming showing minimal signs of abating. The […]

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Planting Trees in Wrong Places Worsens Global Warming

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On Tuesday, scientists revealed that planting trees in unsuitable locations can exacerbate global warming. However, a newly developed map pinpoints optimal areas for reforestation, which can help in cooling the planet. Trees play a crucial role in absorbing carbon dioxide, and efforts to restore degraded woodlands or expand forested areas are important strategies in combatting

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Scientists Found a New use for Leftover Coffee Grounds

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Our fondness for coffee results in millions of tons of discarded coffee grounds annually. Scientists have been exploring methods to utilize them, and we now have another addition to the list: research demonstrates that old coffee grounds can absorb bentazone, an agricultural herbicide. If the technology can be advanced, it would address two environmental issues

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Supervolcano Eruption Sheds Light on Human Migration from Africa

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Contrary to previous assumptions regarding the migration of modern humans out of Africa, it is suggested that some movement may have been prompted not by ‘green corridors,’ but by hardship or deprivation. A recent analysis involving volcanic glass discovered in Ethiopia suggests that humans inhabited regions experiencing potential drought conditions in the Horn of Africa

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Winged Cargo Ship Saves 3 Tonnes of Fuel Daily on First Voyage

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The implementation of winged technology on cargo ships has resulted in significant fuel savings, with the vessel saving three tonnes of fuel per day during its maiden voyage. This achievement marks a notable advancement in maritime efficiency and sustainability efforts. The concept of combining sail and power is not new and traces back to the

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Rainforest’s Next Tree Generation at Risk 30 Years Post-Logging

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Recent research indicates that seedlings in natural rainforests have higher survival rates compared to areas previously subjected to logging, despite efforts of tree restoration projects. This study is featured in Global Change Biology. Researchers monitored over 5,000 seedlings for eighteen months in North Borneo. They explored a landscape that included natural forests and areas logged

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Compact Underwater Scooter Facilitates Underwater Exploration

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Delving into the depths of the underwater world can be both thrilling and tiring. Utilizing an underwater scooter could extend your exploration range and uncover new wonders, with the latest offering from China’s LeFeet currently gaining traction on Kickstarter. Established in 2018 with a fervent love for the ocean and a collective desire to explore

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Magnetite Pollution Linked to Alzheimer’s

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Urban air pollution has consistently linked various health issues, including breast cancer, immune system disorders, osteoporosis, cardiovascular ailments, and dementia. However, pinpointing the precise mechanisms by which air pollution directly contributes to these diseases has posed a significant challenge for researchers. For some time, epidemiological studies have revealed connections between Alzheimer’s disease and air pollution.

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Did you Know the Earth’s Longest Mountain Range?

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Big mountain ranges are on every continent, but the longest chain of peaks isn’t on any of these seven big pieces of land. Instead, it’s underwater. Called the mid-ocean range, this super long mountain chain follows the edges of Earth’s tectonic plates and stretches around the world like the stitching on a baseball. It’s about

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