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Plastic's Hidden Pathways: Tracing Non-Floating Debris Around the Iberian Peninsula

December 20, 2025

The ocean's plastic problem is not just about what floats. While the world focuses on surface plastics, a silent accumulation is happening below. Recent research used advanced computer models to track non-floating plastics around the Iberian Peninsula. This isn't just about seeing where plastics go.

environment

Antarctica's Warming Waters: Seaweed in Hot Water

February 19, 2025

The Antarctic Peninsula and South Shetland Islands are experiencing more frequent marine heatwaves (MHWs). These heatwaves are caused by large-scale weather and ocean patterns that lead to rapid warming. This warming has significant impacts on marine life, especially seaweed. Seaweed, or macroalgae

environment

California's Slippery Hills: Palos Verdes Peninsula in Peril

February 6, 2025

Down south of Los Angeles, the Palos Verdes Peninsula is facing a serious challenge. The ground is moving at an alarming rate, putting homes and lives at risk. This isn't a new issue. The peninsula has a history of landslides. The threat has become more severe in recent years. In 2024, heavy ra

science

Discovering the Secrets of Cattle Life in Ancient Spain

January 28, 2025

Cattle, those big, gentle giants, have been crucial to humans for thousands of years. But how did our ancestors in Spain manage their cattle way back in the Middle Neolithic period? A site named Cova de les Pixarelles, located in present-day Catalonia, offers some clues. This site, dating back to ar

science

Warming Waters: How Changes in Light Affect Antarctic Fjords

January 6, 2025

The West Antarctic Peninsula is warming quickly, which is causing glaciers to melt and the fast-ice to disappear earlier. This study looked at how this warming affects the underwater conditions in Potter Cove, an Antarctic fjord. Over 30 years, scientists tracked air temperatures and found that warm

health

Malaria in Malaysia: Who's at Risk?

November 25, 2024

In the lush landscapes of Peninsular Malaysia, a sneaky parasite called Plasmodium knowlesi is causing trouble. Scientists wanted to figure out who's most likely to get infected and why. They did a case-control study, comparing people who got malaria with those who didn't. Guess what? More men than

environment

Volcano Erupts Again in Iceland: What You Need to Know

November 21, 2024

Another volcanic eruption in Iceland? Yep, it happened! This time, it was near the capital, Reykjavik, and it was the seventh one this year. The eruption started suddenly at night, creating a long fissure and spewing lava and smoke into the air. But don’t worry, no flights were disrupted, and the ci

politics

China's Quest for Global Peace: A Path of Cooperation

September 29, 2024

As the United Nations General Assembly gathered to address pressing global issues, China's foreign minister, Wang Yi, took center stage to reiterate his country's commitment to promoting peace and stability around the world. With a focus on the ongoing conflict in Ukraine, Wang emphasized the import