Florida is in the middle of a big debate about straws. Some people think paper straws are better for the environment. But now, there's a new problem: paper straws might not be as safe as we thought. A new bill in Florida wants to stop cities and towns from making their own rules about straws. The b
In 2025, AI made huge strides in research, coding, and creating videos and images. It could now handle complex tasks and even plan things like vacations or order food online. But despite these advancements, we're still far from having AI that thinks like humans, known as artificial general intellige
In a clever twist on waste management, scientists found a way to turn a problem into a solution. They used a mix of algae and cyanobacteria to clean up a messy byproduct of maize processing called nejayote. This isn't just about cleaning up, though. The team also wanted to see if they could make som
Decatur has earned a special title: Georgia's first "Bird City. " This means the city is taking big steps to protect birds and their homes. People in Decatur are working hard to make the city a safer place for our feathered friends. One of the ways they're doing this is by planting native plants in
In Hammond, there's a unique way to keep Christmas trees from becoming trash. Instead of tossing them out, people can drop them off at specific spots. These trees get a new purpose: helping the environment. The idea is simple. After the holidays, residents can take their trees to certain places. Vo
Young adults today are facing a tough choice. They know a lot about climate change. They worry about their future. Jobs, homes, and even having kids are big questions. Climate change is making them anxious. They wonder if it's fair to bring children into this world. What do the experts say about thi
The tiny humans of Flores, known as hobbits, lived on the island for a long time. They were smart and resourceful. They hunted small elephants and made tools. But their world changed. A big drought started around 76, 000 years ago. It got worse over time. The rivers dried up. The rain stopped comin
The coast of San Diego holds a secret world. In the tidepools of La Jolla’s Dike Rock, life thrives in a tough environment. Bright anemones and ochre sea stars cling to the rocks. They face constant change. One moment, waves crash over them. The next, they are exposed to air and sun. This narrow str
Water from homes travels through pipes to a treatment plant. There, it goes through several steps to become clean again. First, large items like sticks and plastic are removed. Then, in the primary treatment, oils and greases float to the top, while solids sink to the bottom. Next, bacteria help bre
Plastic waste is everywhere. It's in our oceans, our rivers, and even on our beaches. The problem is growing fast. Many countries are trying to keep track of this mess. They focus on big pieces of litter, like bottles and bags. They also look at tiny bits, called microplastics. But there's a gap. Th
