Imagine being dropped into three different environments: one that's always changing, another that stays the same, and a third that's changing on a global scale. Which one would you think is easiest to survive in? Surprisingly, scientists found that a locally changing environment is the best for surv
Atlantic herring, once the most landed sea species in Canada, has seen a significant decline in the Scotian Shelf-Bay of Fundy area (NAFO Division 4VWX). This region used to contribute up to 75% of Canada's total herring catch. Despite efforts to boost the stock's health since 2003, the population h
California's governor, Gavin Newsom, is preparing for a possible new Trump presidency by calling for a special session of the legislature. This move comes just after Trump's win over Vice President Kamala Harris in the presidential race. Newsom wants to safeguard California's progressive policies on
Hurricane Rafael made history on Wednesday, October 6, as it swept into Cuba with winds of 115 mph (185 km/h), becoming the first major November hurricane to hit the island since Hurricane Michelle in 2001. Rafael's rapid intensification, a 55 mph boost in just 24 hours, was fueled by unusually warm
In the heart of Santiago de Cuba, a group of researchers decided to try something new. They picked 40 people who were struggling with high blood pressure and invited them to join a unique program. The goal was clear: could some training help them get their blood pressure under control? The program
Doctors who take care of patients for the long-term, known as primary care providers (PCPs), play a big role in preventing chronic diseases. They often suggest lifestyle changes, like eating healthier or exercising more. But, it turns out, suggesting these changes isn't always easy. A study looked i
These days, when we talk about climate change, it's not just about the science anymore. Social media has become a hotbed for conspiracy theories related to climate change. A recent study looked at a massive collection of tweets to see how these theories spread and who's behind them. The researchers
Atlantic herring has been a big deal in Canada's seafood industry since the 1960s, with the Scotian Shelf-Bay of Fundy herring fisheries being a major player. However, this stock has been struggling since the mid-1960s, despite efforts to boost it since 2003. Researchers wanted to understand why man
When disaster strikes, like Hurricanes Harvey and Ida, communities face a tough climb back to normal. This study zooms in on how individual households start living their lives again after such events. They looked at places people liked to visit, figuring out how quickly folks got back to their usual
Ever wondered if there was a way to foresee technology’s ups and downs? Let’s dive into three key rules and five additional insights that might help us predict tech’s fate. First off, there’s the Static Rule. It’s like how things stay still until something moves them. In the tech world, change does
