In Erie, it's not uncommon to find unusual animals in the water. Last year, there was talk of an alligator in Lake Erie, and this summer, a freshwater jellyfish was seen near Presque Isle. But in mid-November, something even more unexpected happened: an axolotl was found swimming in Walnut Creek. Th
Studying viruses in water is tricky. But now, there's a new method that makes it easier. It's called Nanopore direct RNA sequencing (NDRS). This method helps find RNA viruses in water. Researchers came up with a special way to use NDRS. They tested different tools to find the best ones. Flye was gre
Dancing with the Stars is a popular show where celebrities dance their hearts out for a trophy. This year, the finalists are Robert Irwin, Elaine Hendrix, Dylan Efron, Alix Earle, and Jordan Chiles. But behind the glitz and glamour, there's been some drama. Corey Feldman, a former child actor, was
Florida's stunning coastline is under threat once again. A recent proposal could allow oil drilling just off the coast, putting the state's economy and environment in danger. The idea of drilling for oil near Florida's coasts is not new, but it's always been a bad idea. The state's economy relies h
Pollution is a big problem. It messes with our health and the health of animals. One pollutant, potassium perchlorate, is used a lot in industries and the military. It's known to mess with thyroid function. But what about its effect on male reproductive health? Not much is known. Scientists decided
In the heart of Florida, a group of young activists is making waves in the fight for clean water. River Kidz, a nonprofit organization, started with just two 10-year-olds who wanted to make a difference. Naia Mader and Evie Flaugh raised $85 by selling lemonade, and that small act of kindness grew i
A growing number of employees are leaving the Justice Department. Some are resigning, others are being fired, and many are retiring. This wave of departures has reached over 5, 000 people since January. A group called Justice Connection is collecting and sharing the farewell messages of these employ
Scientists have come up with a clever idea to check for harmful chemicals in fruit. They made a special tool that can tell if there is too much of a substance called carbendazim (CBZ) in fruits. This tool is made from tiny sheets of a special material called sulfur-doped graphitic carbon nitride, de
The Trump administration has big plans for offshore drilling. They want to open up areas along the coasts of California, Florida, and Alaska for oil and gas exploration. This move is part of a larger push to boost U. S. energy production and jobs. But not everyone is on board. California and Florid
China's Premier Li Qiang recently emphasized the importance of mutual investment benefits between China and Italy. He highlighted this during a chat with Italian President Giorgia Meloni at the G20 summit in Johannesburg. Li Qiang expressed hope for a level playing field for Chinese investors in It
