Plastic waste is a big problem. It's everywhere. In our homes, in our streets, and even in our oceans. By 2050, there could be 40 billion tons of plastic waste in the oceans. That's a huge amount! So, finding ways to recycle plastic is really important. Scientists have found a new way to recycle po
Venezuela sits on a massive oil reserve, over 300 billion barrels, making it a tempting target for those eager to tap into its potential. The country's oil, however, is not just any oil. It's heavy, thick, and packed with impurities, making it one of the dirtiest oils in the world. Extracting this o
Skin aging is not just about time passing. It's a mix of what's inside you and what's happening around you. Think of it like a recipe. Some parts are written in your genes. Other parts come from your daily life. Things like sun exposure, pollution, smoking, food, and stress can speed up aging. They
In Baltimore County, winter brings more than just snow and ice. It also brings a hidden problem: too much salt. For years, crews and residents have been salting roads, bridges, and sidewalks. But this salt doesn't just stay on the ground. It runs off into local waterways, causing trouble for plants
Offshore wind projects are booming, but at what cost to marine life? A group called Save Long Beach Island (Save LBI) thinks these projects are causing more harm to whales and dolphins than anyone realizes. They say the loud noises from building and running wind farms can mess up these animals' hear
A new soccer stadium is coming to the Mystic River in Everett. The Kraft Group, who own the New England Revolution, have made deals with Boston and Everett. These deals are about money and improvements for the area. Boston will get almost $48 million over 15 years. This money is for better roads an
Maine's lawmakers have a packed agenda for 2026, with environmental issues taking center stage. From tackling "forever chemicals" to supporting loggers, there's a lot on the table. But will they get anything done? Money is a big topic. Senators are pushing for $50 million bonds to protect land, upg
Venezuela sits on a mountain of oil, the biggest in the world. But it's not the kind you want. This oil is thick, heavy, and full of sulfur. It's the kind that's harder to refine and worse for the environment. Before things went south, Venezuela was pumping out millions of barrels a day. Now, it's a
The workers at Portland's wastewater treatment plant are doing a tough job. They are dealing with an old plant that needs a lot of care. The plant was built a long time ago. It wasn't made for the kind of waste we have today. There's more of it, and it's more complicated. These workers are handling
Work can be tough. Sometimes, people put in a lot of effort but don't get the rewards they expect. This idea, called effort-reward imbalance (ERI), has been studied for about 30 years. Researchers have looked at how this imbalance affects health. They found that when people feel they're not getting
