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Mar 11 2025ENVIRONMENT

Green Beans in a Hotter World

Green beans, a staple in many diets, are facing a challenge. The world is getting hotter, and this is affecting how these plants grow and produce food. Farmers in Queensland, Australia, have been keeping track of their green bean crops for years. They've noticed that the plants' growth and yield are

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Mar 11 2025SCIENCE

Wheat's Secret Weapon: Thriving in Hot, Dry Conditions

Wheat is a staple food crop. It is grown in many places around the world. It is a big deal. Climate change is making it harder to grow wheat. The weather is getting hotter and drier. This is a big problem for farmers. They need wheat that can handle these tough conditions. Researchers in Cana

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Mar 10 2025ENVIRONMENT

Space Junk: The New Climate Change Problem

Climate change is already causing plenty of issues on Earth, but it's also set to create problems in space. Researchers have found that as the Earth warms up, the upper atmosphere is actually cooling down. This cooling effect is making the atmosphere less dense, which means there's less drag on the

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Mar 10 2025ENVIRONMENT

Heat and Cattle: How Hot Weather Changes Their Daily Routine

Cattle in Alberta, Canada, faced unusually high temperatures in 2021. This affected their daily activities. Researchers used devices called pedometers on the legs of beef heifers and cows with calves to track their movements. They found that when it was really hot, the cattle changed their routines.

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Mar 10 2025ENVIRONMENT

Floods and Health: Why Older Adults Are at Risk

Floods are becoming more frequent and severe due to climate change. This poses a significant threat to public health, especially for older adults. These natural disasters can lead to serious health issues and financial burdens. Yet, there hasn't been enough research on the full extent of these healt

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Mar 10 2025HEALTH

New Hope for Psoriasis Patients

Generalized pustular psoriasis (GPP) is a tough condition to deal with. It's a chronic inflammatory disease that can flare up without warning, making it hard to predict. The main goals for long-term treatment are to keep skin symptoms under control, prevent new flare-ups, and improve the patient's q

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Mar 08 2025POLITICS

Tensions Rise: Trump's Warning to Iran

The world watched as Trump issued a stern warning to Iran. If a nuclear deal couldn't be struck, military action could be on the table. This wasn't just any threat; it was a big deal. The stakes were high, and the world was on edge. Many people were worried about what this meant for the fut

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Mar 07 2025ENVIRONMENT

Fluttering in Trouble: The Vanishing Butterflies of the U. S.

Butterflies, those vibrant and important pollinators, are disappearing from U. S. landscapes at an alarming rate. Over the past 20 years, a shocking 22% of these beautiful insects have vanished. This isn't just a local problem; it's a nationwide issue. The study that revealed this used an enormous a

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Mar 07 2025ENVIRONMENT

Farmers Find Their Forecast

In the heart of northern Ghana, farmers are getting a helping hand from a new tool called the DROP app. This isn't your average weather app; it's designed specifically for small-scale farmers who rely on rain for their crops. The app offers two types of rainfall forecasts: one based on scientific da

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Mar 07 2025ENVIRONMENT

Butterflies in Decline: What's Happening to Our Winged Friends?

In the past two decades, butterflies have been disappearing at an alarming rate across the United States. This is a big deal because butterflies are more than just pretty insects. They play a crucial role in the ecosystem by pollinating plants, breaking down dead matter, and serving as a food sourc

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