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Dead Water: Too Much Nitrogen Being Washed into the Sea is Causing Dead Zones to Spread Alarmingly
The release of reactive nitrogen into the environment has a “cascade” effect, according to two papers published in the latest issue of Science. James Galloway of the University of Virginia,...
Scientists Imagine California's "Big One"
Earthquake forecasters say the unzipping of California's San Andreas Fault would result in a 7.8-magnitude quake, shaking Los Angeles like jelly.
The 10 Worst U.S Natural Disasters
Throughout modern history, the failure to prepare and cope with Mother Nature has resulted in catastrophic consequences, from wrecked economies to thousands of lives lost. Even as modern technology improves...
Oregano Oil Is A Natural Beetle Insecticide
New research in the Society of Chemical Industry’s Journal of the Science of Food and Agriculture shows that oregano oil works as well as synthetic insecticides to combat infestation by...
Review of APOCALYPSE: Earthquakes, Archaeology, and the Wrath of God
In the middle of the fourth century AD, a series of earthquakes struck the port of Kourion on the southern coast of Cyprus. The town had no doubt experienced its...
Canadian magazine makes history using special paper
Canadian Geographic is making publishing history by printing its annual environment issue on paper made from wheat straw.
Seeing clearly despite the clouds
Satellites taking atmospheric measurements might now be able to see blue skies as clearly as optimists do. Researchers have found a way to reduce cloud-induced glare when satellites measure blue...
Invasion Of Gigantic Burmese Pythons In South Florida Appears To Be Rapidly Expanding
The invasion of gigantic Burmese pythons in South Florida appears to be rapidly expanding, according to a new report from a researcher who's been chasing the snakes since 2005. The...
EERC Director Initiates Long-Term Relationship with Israel to Address Critical Energy, Environmental Challenges
Dr. Gerald Groenewold, Director of the Energy & Environmental Research Center (EERC) at the University of North Dakota, has announced a personal commitment to developing a long-term working partnership between...
Alps hit by two-decade decline in snowfall
A forthcoming study has added to worries that the Alpine ski industry will be badly affected by global warming, the British weekly New Scientist reports on Wednesday.
Brazil says Amazon deforestation rising
(AP) -- Destruction of the Amazon is again on the upswing despite a recent crackdown on illegal logging, Brazil's new environment minister said Wednesday.
Call to settle ocean care dispute
Governments are urged to agree measures to protect oceans and the sea floor at a UN conservation meeting.
Researcher strives for watershed moment
According to the World Health Organization, water scarcity affects four out of every 10 people around the world and population growth, urbanization and increased domestic and industrial water use are...
Global warming may increase kidney stones
DALLAS, May 21 (UPI) -- U.S. urologists say rising global temperatures might lead to an increase in kidney stones.
Tool to improve ocean aquaculture
A tool has been created to help sea cage aquaculture managers make sustainable decisions about their sites' locations and the number of fish that can be farmed.
Plague of kangaroos threatens one of Australia's last remaining original native grasslands
Canberra/Leipzig. Australian Department of Defence is currently culling hundreds of kangaroos on the outskirts of the capital Canberra that have produced heated discussions and hit international headlines. Australia's iconic animal...
Senate panel votes to overturn EPA on Calif. waiver
(AP) -- A Senate panel has narrowly voted to overturn EPA's decision to block California and more than a dozen other states from limiting greenhouse gas emissions from vehicles.
Ozone Might Help Make Bee Hives Cleaner And Safer
Ozone, which is already used to sanitize drinking water and swimming pools, might help make hives cleaner and safer for America's beleaguered honey bees. Entomologist tested ozone's effects on two...
Canada recalls Smith's-brand sandwich
OTTAWA, May 21 (UPI) -- The Canadian Food Inspection Agency announced the recall of Smith's Snack Service-brand Chicken Club Twister sandwiches due to possible contamination.
Researcher is working to limit the environmental of hydroelectric dams in Asia
Rivers around the world are being tamed by massive hydroelectric dams, with high-profile projects under construction in Laos and China and several proposed for the Mekong River in Southeast Asia....
Earlier spring in Arctic could hit caribou diet
Study into effect of climate change on plant distribution reveals worrying impact on caribou populations
Opinion: Implanon - just slip it in?
Implanon may be the new 'cool' contraceptive but it has some side effects that are worth noting, believes Renate Klein.
Montana State University researchers map iron transport protein
Montana State University scientists in the Department of Chemistry and Bio-chemistry published new research this week that could one day affect the lives of millions around the world who suffer...
Vital Signs: Hazards: Despite Dangers, Hookahs Gain Favor
A new study finds that the use of water pipes may be on the rise among college students.
Ice Dwellers Are Finding Less Ice to Dwell On
The number of walruses worldwide is on a downward slide as the polar ice sheet on which the mammal depends for every stage of its life thins.
Using Forest Residues Reduces Soil Carbon Stock
The use of harvest residues for energy production decreases soil carbon stocks. These changes in soil carbon stocks are remarkable compared to the other greenhouse gas emissions caused by the...
More Aftershocks in China Quake Zone [News]
CHONGQING, China--Another aftershock registering magnitude 5.1 on the Richter scale rattled Sichuan Province and the nearby city of Chongqing at 1:20 A.M. local time, sending thousands of nervous residents into...
Symposium To Spotlight Best Practices for Raising Cattle
Humane treatment of cattle is important in the livestock industry because it is not only the right thing to do, it positively impacts the bottom line.