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Australia removed rats, mice and rabbits from Macquarie Island after 200 years

Syria's ousted leader Bashar al-Assad sentenced to death for crimes against humanity

In 1970, Sylvia Earle led five women into an underwater lab for 14 days

In 1977, a Saudi prince towed an Alaskan iceberg to Iowa; now engineers are exploring the idea as freshwater scarcity worsens

In a bold venture back in 1977, a Saudi prince attempted to tow an iceberg to address a water supply dilemma. This audacious project confronted considerable engineering hurdles and substantial expenses. With current desalination methods proving both expensive and environmentally taxing, the growing issue of iceberg melting has rekindled interest. Engineers are now revisiting the practicality of tr...

Meet Zac Waters, the 13-year-old who spent 300 hrs 3D-printing wheelchair for a 21-month-old

A 13-year-old boy from Lehi, Utah, spent about 300 hours during his summer designing, printing, testing and assembling a custom mobility chair for a 21-month-old girl. Zac Waters found MakeGood, a nonprofit that provides free 3D-printed mobility devices, and used his interest in 3D printing to build a chair tailored to the toddler’s needs.

A Finnish man built an 11-metre yacht from scratch using solar panels

'Demonstrate flight risk’: US prosecutors oppose release of Tate brothers

Plastic found in Amazon fish as particles become trapped in river plants

Plastic pollution is alarmingly prevalent among fish in the Amazon, leading to serious complications in their gills and digestive systems. The surrounding aquatic vegetation along the river captures plastic waste, forming hazardous exposure hotspots. Certain fish species can breathe air, but this adaptation makes them more susceptible to microplastics, as their smaller gills limit their capabiliti...

Faulty Ola scooter, no proper service: Consumer panel orders Rs 1.04 lakh refund, compensation

A Kerala consumer commission found Ola Electric guilty of service deficiency and unfair trade practices. The commission ordered Ola Electric to refund the scooter's full purchase price. This decision followed repeated scooter defects and a lack of proper after-sales support. The customer experienced significant financial loss and mental stress due to these issues. Ola Electric must now pay com...

In 2011, a California hotel rejected $6 million; the deal reached $16.25 million

America poisoned prairie dogs for decades, but scientists found they sustain healthy grasslands

Prairie dogs were once viewed as pests but are now recognized as ecological assets. Their burrowing and grazing improve soil and water infiltration significantly. These small mammals help prevent grasslands from turning into shrublands. Areas with prairie dogs also provide more forage for livestock and store more carbon. The loss of prairie dogs diminishes crucial ecosystem services for both natur...

Wisconsin abandoned this railway in 1964: The old tracks became a green corridor

Meet Red Handfish, the endangered 'walking' fish that became Photo Ark's 18,000th species

For 20 years, photographer Joel Sartore has been documenting animals through his Photo Ark project, which has now reached its 18,000th species. The latest addition is the critically endangered red handfish, a tiny marine fish that uses its fins to move across the seafloor. Sartore hopes the project will raise awareness about threatened species and help preserve a record of animals that could disap...

In 1868, an eclipse in India revealed an element found on Earth 27 years later

During the solar eclipse of 1868 in India, astronomers stumbled upon an enigmatic yellow spectral line, initially observed by Pierre Jules Janssen. Although its significance was not immediately recognized, Norman Lockyer soon named the unidentified element helium upon further analysis. Eventually, William Ramsay verified helium's presence on Earth in 1895 by extracting it from a mineral, solidifyi...

Discarded salon hair is being transformed into an oil-absorbing barrier that protects mangroves from oil spills in Rio de Janeiro

Discarded human hair is now preventing oil pollution in Rio de Janeiro's Guanabara Bay. Each gram of hair absorbs approximately five grams of oil, repelling water effectively. These hair barriers, made from salon waste, can remain in the water for four months. The initiative protects vulnerable mangrove ecosystems from chronic and everyday oil leaks. This innovative project aims to aid the rec...

California’s Shasta Dam flooded Kennett, a copper-mining town beneath Lake Shasta

Once a bustling northern California mining hub, Kennett was swallowed by the depths of Shasta Lake following the construction of the Shasta Dam. This ambitious federal project aimed at water management inundated the town, which thrived on copper mining and railroads. Today, only historical accounts and the lake itself hint at the vibrant community that once existed in this submerged landscape.

Texas avoided a huge electricity crisis because of the 20,000-megawatt solar buffer

The Netherlands built new islands from 37 million tonnes of lake sediment

In an innovative move, Dutch engineers have fashioned new islands from lake sediment to rejuvenate a fragile freshwater ecosystem. These manmade structures have swiftly drawn an array of flora and fauna, notably various bird populations. The initiative has revitalised an ailing lake, transforming it into a bustling habitat for marine life and migratory birds alike.

2,300-year-old beer, well preserved inside an ancient bronze bottle, discovered in China

A 1965 pigeon count revealed a shocking Queensland population collapse

Nasa's New Horizons reached Arrokoth in 2019, revealing the early solar system

NASA's New Horizons spacecraft made an astonishing visit to Arrokoth, a remote Kuiper Belt object, uncovering vital clues about the solar system's early formation. This ancient body exhibits a fascinating two-lobed structure, hinting at a gentle collision between two distinct entities. Furthermore, its strikingly red surface is indicative of complex organic materials, giving scientists a rare wind...

Bull Sharks Prefer Relatives: In Fiji they repeatedly meet at the same reef

Australia census asks about sexual orientation, gender for first time

Venezuela earthquake toll rises to 6,301; over 9,500 homes deemed high-risk

Trump Media Q2 results: US president led media ventrue posts $238 million loss as crypto holdings tumble

In the second quarter, Trump Media faced a dramatic loss of $238 million despite seeing its revenue more than double. However, operating losses expanded significantly, prompting the company to abandon new ventures like online betting and cryptocurrency. Their focus has shifted to the Truth API service, aimed at trading firms, while a nuclear fusion project with TAE Technologies remains on track.