Articles for category: NEWS

Sameen David

Mapping underground fungal networks: Interview with SPUN’s Toby Kiers

Decoding Earth’s Invisible Fungal Highways: Toby Kiers’ Quest to Map Underground Networks

Evolutionary biologist Toby Kiers has spent nearly three decades peering into the soil to reveal the dynamic fungal partnerships that underpin global ecosystems. A Calling from the Shadows of Panama A Calling from the Shadows of Panama (Image Credits: Imgs.mongabay.com) Researchers around Toby Kiers concentrated on the vibrant life aboveground during her early career. She ...

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Breakthroughs Meet Hidden Dangers

Prepare, Engage, Prevent, Protect: Ethical Guardrails for AI in Animal Communication

Advancements in artificial intelligence are unlocking the complexities of animal languages, prompting researchers to introduce a structured ethical framework to guide these efforts responsibly. Breakthroughs Meet Hidden Dangers Breakthroughs Meet Hidden Dangers (Image Credits: Wikimedia) Scientists at New York University’s More than Human Life Program (MOTH) and the Cetacean Translation Initiative (CETI) published the PEPP ...

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South Africa – New Trophy Quotas Revive Clashes Over Wildlife Management

South Africa – New Trophy Quotas Revive Clashes Over Wildlife Management

South Africa’s recent reinstatement of export quotas for hunting trophies from black rhinos, elephants, and leopards has reignited longstanding debates on conservation ethics, scientific rigor, and policy consistency. Ministerial Switch Sparks Immediate Policy Reversal South Africa – New Trophy Quotas Revive Clashes Over Wildlife Management (Image Credits: Pixabay) Former Environment Minister Dion George refrained from ...

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Endangered sea turtles get a hearing test

Pioneering Auditory Tests Expose Kemp’s Ridley Sea Turtles to Noise Risks

Recent experiments have pinpointed the underwater hearing capabilities of Kemp’s ridley sea turtles, highlighting vulnerabilities to human-generated sounds in their ocean habitat. Sea Turtles Tune In to Survival Sounds Sea Turtles Tune In to Survival Sounds (Image Credits: Flickr) Marine animals like sea turtles depend on acoustic cues to orient themselves and detect threats in ...

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Norwegian polar bear conditions are improving

Svalbard Polar Bears Show Improved Body Condition Amid Accelerating Ice Loss

Svalbard, Norway – A long-term study reveals that polar bears in this Norwegian Arctic archipelago have stabilized and even enhanced their physical health despite profound declines in sea ice habitat. Resilience Against the Odds Resilience Against the Odds (Image Credits: Unsplash) Scientists anticipated deteriorating health for polar bears as sea ice vanished at one of ...

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Pilot projects aim to break Indonesia’s habit of burning household waste

Indonesia Launches Community Pilots to Extinguish Household Waste Burning

Indonesia – Neighborhood leaders across urban areas confront a persistent dilemma as residents burn bulky trash to avoid roadside hazards, fueling new pilot efforts to shift long-standing habits. A Widespread Challenge Persists A Widespread Challenge Persists (Image Credits: Imgs.mongabay.com) Local officials in Bogor, south of Jakarta, often managed discarded items like soiled mattresses and damaged ...

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These 7 Virgo Full Moon Rituals Are Self-Care Essentials

7 Virgo Full Moon Rituals to Refine Your Self-Care Routine

The Virgo Full Moon total lunar eclipse on March 3, 2026, invites a deep audit of daily habits and wellness practices. Virgo’s Eclipse Energy Sparks Practical Renewal Virgo’s Eclipse Energy Sparks Practical Renewal (Image Credits: Flickr) This celestial event highlights Virgo’s earth-sign precision, urging focus on health, organization, and service to self and others. Routines ...

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Daily Horoscopes: Today In Your Stars

February 12, 2026: Horoscopes Reveal Paths to Growth and Balance

A powerful alignment of Mercury with the North Node expands horizons for exploration and destiny today. Today’s Key Cosmic Shifts Today’s Key Cosmic Shifts (Image Credits: Flickr) Mercury’s connection to the North Node encourages bold steps toward untapped potential, while Mars in Aquarius clashes with Jupiter in Cancer, urging a balance between personal drive and ...

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Libra Breaks Free: Dawn of Better Days After February 13, 2026

Libra Breaks Free: Dawn of Better Days After February 13, 2026

Professional astrologer Evan Nathaniel Grim foresees a pivotal shift for Libra, marking the close of extended hardships after February 13, 2026. A Prolonged Struggle Nears Its End Libra Breaks Free: Dawn of Better Days After February 13, 2026 (Image Credits: Pixabay) Libra endured years of silent suffering under heavy astrological pressures. Responsibilities mounted without fair ...