South Carolina's coast is changing fast. Islands are disappearing. Roads and homes are underwater more often. This is not news to people who live there. Yet, the rules that protect these places are stuck in the past. They do not consider rising sea levels or the unique importance of areas like Cape
A science teacher at Lowell High School is making waves. She's not just teaching students about nature; she's getting them to roll up their sleeves and help protect it. Right now, her students are caring for baby turtles from local forests. Once they're big enough, the students will set them free. T
Peer support programs can make a big difference in helping Latinx individuals deal with substance use and mental health issues. But how do you make these programs work best for this community? A recent study looked into this question. The study focused on a Spanish-speaking organization that helps
Rio de Janeiro is witnessing a spectacular yet bittersweet event. Tall, golden palm trees called Talipot palms are blooming for the first and last time. These palms are not native to Brazil. They were brought from South Asia decades ago by a famous landscape architect. The palms were planted in two
Big ranchers are making huge profits, but who's really footing the bill? It's not just the ranchers. The government is giving them a massive discount to graze their cattle on public lands. This discount is so big that it's like paying only 15% of what they would on private land. And guess who pays f
Cancer treatment is a must. It is what we all want for ourselves and our loved ones. But, it is not a secret that climate change is affecting everyone, including patients. Extreme weather events are becoming more frequent. They disrupt care and make things harder for everyone. So, how can we keep g
Smartphones are everywhere, and kids are getting them younger than ever. But is this a good thing? New research suggests that children who get smartphones before age 12 might face more health issues. The study, which looked at data from over 10, 000 kids across the U. S. , found that early smartphon
Rahmanullah Lakanwal, an Afghan national, is accused of a shocking act: shooting two National Guard soldiers in Washington, D. C. One soldier, Sarah Beckstrom, died, and Andrew Wolfe is in serious condition. But who is Lakanwal, and what led to this tragic event? Lakanwal came to the U. S. in 2021,
Rahmanullah Lakanwal, a 29-year-old Afghan national, is accused of shooting two National Guard members in Washington, D. C. His actions have sparked debates about mental health, immigration policies, and the aftermath of the U. S. withdrawal from Afghanistan. Lakanwal served in a CIA-backed Afghan
The European catfish, a massive freshwater fish from Eurasia, has quietly taken over parts of Spain. It first arrived in the Ebro River in 1974. People brought it there for fun fishing. But now, it's in seven big river systems. It's a problem because it's not from here. It spreads fast and takes ove
