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Making Nature Safe: A Step-by-Step Guide

February 26, 2025

Protecting our environment and keeping biodiversity alive is a big job. The problem is, rules for protection are often too vague. They need to be made more specific to be useful. This guide is all about making those rules work better. It starts by looking at the benefits we get from nature,

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How Pine Trees Can Beat the Nematode Bug

February 26, 2025

Pine wood nematodes, or PWNs, are a big problem for pine trees in northeast China. These tiny worms cause pine wilt disease, which can kill pine trees. Scientists have been using a chemical called emamectin benzoate (EB) to fight these nematodes. EB can help, but it doesn't always work well. That's

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Climate Change: Trump's Second Term and the US's Missing Act

February 25, 2025

Trump's second term has started with a bang, but not in a good way. The US has been notably absent from key international climate talks. This isn't just a minor oversight; it's a significant shift from Trump's first term. Back then, even though the US had pulled out of the Paris Agreement, officials

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Ethiopia's Hidden Harvest: The Unsung Heroes of the Fields

February 25, 2025

Imagine a place where crops are overlooked, yet they hold the key to better food and a stronger future. This is Ethiopia, where neglected and underutilized crop species (NUCS) are often pushed aside. These crops are not just food; they are a lifeline for farmers facing tough times. They can boost fo

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Dung Beetles in Hot Water: The Impact of Heat and Drugs

February 25, 2025

Imagine tiny dung beetles, hard at work in forests and pastures, facing a double whammy: rising temperatures and pesticides. These beetles are crucial for keeping our ecosystems clean, but they're under threat. Let's dive into what happens when they're exposed to high temperatures and a common drug

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Hidden Dangers in Our Homes and Backyards

February 25, 2025

So, you might be thinking, "What's the big deal with soil and dust? " Well, it turns out that these everyday substances can harbor some serious health risks. We're talking about emerging organic contaminants, which are increasingly popping up in our environment. These contaminants come from various

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Rum: Scotland's Starlit Wonder

February 24, 2025

Rum, a tiny island off Scotland's west coast, is home to just 40 people. Most of the island is a nature reserve, covered in mountains, peatland, and heath. What sets Rum apart is its lack of artificial light. No streetlights, no neon signs, just pure darkness at night. Imagine a January evening on

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Hot Times Ahead: How Heat Measures Affect Our Bodies

February 24, 2025

Climate change is messing with our weather big time. It's making things hotter, causing more frequent heatwaves, and making rain patterns go haywire. This is a huge deal for our bodies, especially in places that are already super hot and dry. So, scientists are trying to figure out how to measure h

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Mauritia flexuosa Seeds: How Heat Affects Their Survival

February 24, 2025

Mauritia flexuosa, a palm tree native to South America, has seeds that are particularly sensitive to dryness. These seeds, known as recalcitrant seeds, are vulnerable to environmental changes, especially temperature shifts. This is a big deal because climate change is making temperatures rise. So, u

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City Heat: How Do We Map the Risks?

February 24, 2025

Cities are getting hotter, and not just because of the weather. Urban areas are often hotter than their rural surroundings due to the urban heat island effect. This is where cities absorb and retain more heat than natural landscapes, making them warmer, especially at night. This heat can be dangerou