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Plastic-eating bugs: A potential ally in combating microplastic pollution
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Plastic-eating bugs: A potential ally in combating microplastic pollutionScience

Plastic-eating bugs: A potential ally in combating microplastic pollution

Researchers at the University of British Columbia (UBC) are investigating whether insects can offer a viable solution to the persistent problem of microplastic pollution. A…
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Image of the day: Protecting biodiversity in Gribskov, Denmark
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Image of the day: Protecting biodiversity in Gribskov, Denmark

This satellite image, captured on 2 October 2024 by the Copernicus Sentinel-2 satellites, shows Gribskov, Denmark's fourth-largest forest, and the nearby Lake Esrum. Covering more…
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State-dependent harvest ensures Pacific walrus sustainability under climate change
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State-dependent harvest ensures Pacific walrus sustainability under climate changeScience

State-dependent harvest ensures Pacific walrus sustainability under climate change

Pacific walruses, a vital subsistence resource for Indigenous Arctic communities - Alaska and Chukotka Native communities - face dual threats from climate change and human…
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Droughts emerge as the silent killer reshaping global landscapes
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Droughts emerge as the silent killer reshaping global landscapes

Droughts are intensifying worldwide, with devastating implications for ecosystems, economies, and human security. Often termed a “slow onset, silent killer,” this escalating threat is now…
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Genomic sequencing helps measure the speed of viral spread
Genomic sequencing helps measure the speed of viral spreadScience

Genomic sequencing helps measure the speed of viral spread

Understanding how quickly viruses spread through populations is essential for combating infectious disease outbreaks. A study led by Simon Dellicour of the University of Brussels…
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Marine plankton’s carbon role linked to ocean density shifts
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Marine plankton’s carbon role linked to ocean density shifts

A study published in Royal Society Open Science has revealed that changes in ocean density significantly influence the capacity of marine plankton to incorporate carbon…
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Denmark paves the way for ambitious zero-emission zones
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Denmark paves the way for ambitious zero-emission zones

Denmark is set to transform urban life as a new law empowers municipalities to establish zero-emission zones, where only vehicles without exhaust pipes are permitted.…
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‘World on fire’: UN seeks $47 bn for aid in 2025
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‘World on fire’: UN seeks $47 bn for aid in 2025

Geneva, Switzerland | AFP 'Ruthless''Unconscionable' The UN appealed Wednesday for more than $47 billion to deliver vital aid next year, warning surging conflicts and the…
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Climate Science Digest: December 3, 2024
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Climate Science Digest: December 3, 2024Science

Climate Science Digest: December 3, 2024

Study finds American, Canadian universities vary widely in preparing future urban planners for climate change University of Kansas - Urban and community planners have a…
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Scientists challenge the use of ‘tipping point’ in climate change discourses
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Scientists challenge the use of ‘tipping point’ in climate change discourses

The metaphor 'tipping points,' long used to describe critical thresholds in climate systems, is now under scrutiny by researchers who argue it may hinder public…
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Image of the day: First international airport in Nuuk, Greenland
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Image of the day: First international airport in Nuuk, Greenland

The new international airport in Nuuk, Greenland, marks a transformative moment for the Arctic region. Officially opened on 28 November 2024, the airport is set…
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After floods, Spain records warmest November ever
After floods, Spain records warmest November everNews

After floods, Spain records warmest November ever

Madrid, Spain | AFP - Spain has registered its warmest November since record-keeping began more than six decades ago, even after October ended with its…
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New AI-powered climate model offers unprecedented speed and efficiency
New AI-powered climate model offers unprecedented speed and efficiencyNews

New AI-powered climate model offers unprecedented speed and efficiency

A climate model developed by researchers in Seattle and San Diego is set to revolutionize climate projections, delivering results 25 times faster than current state-of-the-art…
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Coral reef restoration as a crucial strategy for ecosystem resilience
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Coral reef restoration as a crucial strategy for ecosystem resilience

Coral reefs, vital ecosystems that support marine biodiversity and are essential to the food and livelihoods of millions of people, face mounting threats from climate…
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Seaweed supplement slashes methane emissions in grazing cattle by nearly 40%
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Seaweed supplement slashes methane emissions in grazing cattle by nearly 40%

In an important milestone for sustainable livestock farming, researchers at the University of California, Davis, have shown that feeding grazing beef cattle a seaweed supplement…
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SLB Capturi builds world’s first industrial carbon capture plant at cement facility
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SLB Capturi builds world’s first industrial carbon capture plant at cement facilityNews

SLB Capturi builds world’s first industrial carbon capture plant at cement facility

Oslo, Norway - Facility will reduce emissions by up to 400,000 metric tons of CO2 annually for Heidelberg Materials ― one of the world’s largest…
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Climate Science Digest: December 2, 2024
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Climate Science Digest: December 2, 2024Science

Climate Science Digest: December 2, 2024

Brief scientific literacy interventions may quash new conspiracy theories UNIVERSITY PARK, Pa | Penn State - The more time you spend on social media, the…
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Deep-sea viruses reveal hidden roles in climate and ocean health
Deep-sea viruses reveal hidden roles in climate and ocean healthScience

Deep-sea viruses reveal hidden roles in climate and ocean health

Tiny yet influential, deep-sea viruses play a pivotal role in shaping the global ocean environment and the Earth's biogeochemical cycles. These understudied microbes, concentrated in…
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Image of the day: Recent rains have improved drought conditions in Brazil
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Image of the day: Recent rains have improved drought conditions in Brazil

Brazil, the world's leading exporter of soya and corn, endured a harrowing drought in 2024, leaving its vast agricultural sector grappling with one of the…
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World Drought Atlas highlights global risks and solutions for a resilient future
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World Drought Atlas highlights global risks and solutions for a resilient future

Droughts are becoming one of the most pressing global challenges, with impacts expected to affect three-quarters of the world’s population by 2050. In response, the…
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Modern slavery rises to 50 million victims: A global crisis deepens
Modern slavery rises to 50 million victims: A global crisis deepensNews

Modern slavery rises to 50 million victims: A global crisis deepens

Modern slavery continues to rise at an alarming rate, with the International Labour Organisation (ILO) estimating that 50 million people globally were trapped in forced…
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Landmark ICJ hearings into climate change open
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Landmark ICJ hearings into climate change open

The Hague, Netherlands | AFP - The United Nations' top court kicked off unprecedented hearings Monday aimed at setting legal guidelines for how countries should…
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Landmark climate case to open at top UN court
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Landmark climate case to open at top UN court

By Jan HENNOP The Hague, Netherlands | AFP - The United Nations' top court will start unprecedented hearings on Monday aimed at setting legal guidelines…
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Muser Press – New Research Articles Week 48, 2024
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Muser Press – New Research Articles Week 48, 2024Science

Muser Press – New Research Articles Week 48, 2024

Innovative approach highlights marine heatwaves’ impacts on seagrass ecosystems Seagrass meadows, essential to marine biodiversity and ecosystem services, are increasingly threatened by climate change, especially…
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