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Unequal Blackouts: When Natural Disasters Hit the Grid

Every year, storms, floods, and heatwaves darken millions of homes. But here’s the shocker: not everyone loses power equally. In China, new research shows that poor counties suffer blackouts more often and for longer than their wealthier neighbors. The same could be true wherever vulnerable communities face fragile power systems. Why This Matters to Everyone […]

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Environment

The Road to the First Nuclear Fusion Power Plant

In recent years, the scientific community has been abuzz with exciting developments in the field of nuclear fusion. This potential game-changer in energy production promises a clean and virtually inexhaustible energy supply, which could power the future without the adverse environmental impacts of fossil fuels. This week, several advancements have propelled nuclear fusion closer to […]

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Environment

When Energy Rates Aren’t Equal

A family in New York City may pay nearly twice as much for electricity as a family upstate—even if they use less energy. New research shows that race, not just income, shapes who pays more for the same essential service Think of your electricity bill like a restaurant check. Imagine sitting at a table, ordering […]

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Environment

What Really Happens When Crab Pots Go Missing at Sea

Every year, thousands of fishing pots sink to the ocean floor and never come back. But unlike an old bicycle tossed in a river, these lost pots don’t just sit there—they keep fishing, silently and endlessly. Scientists call this ghost fishing, and in Norway’s snow crab fishery, the hidden toll is staggerings. Over just three […]

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Biology

How Jane Goodall Revolutionized Conservation and Science

Jane Goodall, a name synonymous with chimpanzee research and conservation, passed away recently at the age of 91. Her groundbreaking observations of chimpanzees in Gombe Stream National Park redefined the boundaries between humans and animals, challenging preconceived notions about tool use and animal emotions. A Lifetime Dedicated to Science and Conservation When Goodall first arrived […]

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Environment

What Really Happens When Factories Go Green?

Factories produce a third of U.S. greenhouse gases. But what if cutting those emissions could also save lives, create jobs, and even heal long-scarred communities? A new study says it can—if done the right way. The Promise and the Peril Across the world, governments are investing billions in “industrial decarbonization.” That’s the technical name for […]

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Environment

Smarter Flood Maps Could Change How We Prepare For Disasters

In the eastern state of Bihar lies the Kosi Megafan, sometimes called the “Sorrow of Bihar.” This giant, fan-shaped floodplain has been built up over thousands of years by the Kosi River, which spills out of the Himalayas. Unlike calmer rivers, the Kosi is restless—it frequently jumps course, breaking embankments and carving new channels. Entire […]

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Environment

Understanding the Impact of the High Seas Treaty

The global community recently witnessed a historic milestone with the ratification of the High Seas Treaty, marking a significant step forward in marine conservation. This comprehensive treaty aims to safeguard marine biodiversity by establishing protected areas across the high seas, areas that had thus far been largely unregulated. As we explore the implications of this […]

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Biology

What Happens When Elephants Face Stress

Across Asia, elephants are losing ground. Since the 1700s, farming and cities have eaten away 64% of their habitat. But here’s the twist: elephants aren’t just changing where they walk or what they eat: they’re changing inside. New research shows their bodies respond in striking ways to human-altered landscapes. When the Forest Turns Into Fields […]

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