Charred trunks are seen over an expanse of Amazon jungle, recently burned down by loggers and farmers, in Porto Velho, Brazil, August 23, 2019. Ueslei Marcelino | Reuters The current race to tackle carbon emissions is pushing companies to support tree planting and other nature-based solutions. This is because other …
Read More »How far has it come? Study seeks to settle debate over oxygen in Earth’s early atmosphere
Artist’s representation of what the Earth might have looked like in Archean times, 4 to 2.5 billion years ago. Credit: Peter Sawyer / Smithsonian Institution Scientists have long debated the amount of molecular oxygen in Earth’s early atmosphere. About 2.4 billion years ago, there was an increase in oxygen that …
Read More »Biggest underwater eruption in history creates new monster volcano
Massive seismic activity that began in May 2018 and was felt around the world has spawned a new submarine volcano. The massive new structure rises 820 meters (2,690 feet) from the seabed off the east coast of Mayotte, which surfaced after an earthquake that rocked the island in May 2018. …
Read More »Largest ever underwater eruption spawns massive new volcano
A huge seismic event that began in May 2018 and was felt around the world officially spawned a new underwater volcano. Off the east coast of the island of Mayotte, a gigantic new feature rises 820 meters (2,690 feet) from the seabed, a prominence that was not there before the …
Read More »Tourism is Guizhou’s development trend
TONGREN, China, Sept. 29, 2021 / PRNewswire / – On Mount Fanjing, clouds envelop the peaks and the clear winds of the current between the mountains. At the foot of Fanjing Mountain, hot springs spring up to nourish people’s bodies and minds. History and culture have shaped unique ancient towns …
Read More »Get the right atmosphere at home with the bright library
âWe believe that light is the most important part of your interior. With light, you determine the atmosphere of your home, âsays Tineke Beunders, together with her life partner Nathan Wierink, the driving force behind Aptum. The design agency focuses on light in Eindhoven. âWith the push of a button, …
Read More »Living with our planet: towards a sustainable way of life
By Roberto Sciffo In many cases, it would appear that humanity is in control of the environment; we have shown the ability to dig mountains, seed clouds to make it rain, place chemicals on our crops to make them grow faster, defy gravity by sending rockets into space, create drugs …
Read More »The new Jupiter Ultrahot contains iron in its atmosphere
Astronomers have discovered a highly irradiated gas giant exoplanet in close orbit and very misaligned around a bright star called TOI-1518. Artist’s impression of the ultra-warm Jupiter TOI-1518b and its mother star. Image credit: Sci-News.com. TOI-1518 is a rapidly rotating F-type star located approximately 742 light-years away in the constellation …
Read More »French tourists become buyers in Menorca’s changing property market
After falling in love with island life while working in Saint Martin in the Caribbean, Frenchman Franck Marrot and his partner Valérie wanted a place closer to their home in southwestern France. After considering Ibiza, Mallorca, and Corsica, they moved to Menorca, one of Spain’s Balearic Islands. “Safe from overdevelopment, …
Read More »Can tiny particles in the atmosphere create more powerful thunderstorms? UH is trying to find out.
The University of Houston is participating in a year-long weather experiment that will examine whether soot, dust, smoke and other tiny airborne particles can cause stronger, rainier thunderstorms. This is a subject of debate among researchers, who do not fully understand how the size, quantity and composition of aerosols can …
Read More »A new submarine volcano is born in East Africa
The largest ever-recorded underwater volcanic eruption began on May 10, 2018 off the eastern coast of Mayotte, a group of islands off the coast of Mozambique and north of Madagascar. At that time, a very viscous and ductile volume of molten rock from the Earth’s upper mantle pierced the cooler, …
Read More »The role of Biosphere partners |
UNESCO Biosphere’s Breeshey Kermode (middle) presents certificate to Jennie Bronte-Hearne and Chris Till Print and digital download photos available Jo Overty, Project Manager, UNESCO Biosphere Isle of Man In the latest in a series of articles on the UNESCO Biosphere on the Isle of Man, we take a look at …
Read More »David Healy wants Linfield to ’embrace and enjoy’ oval derby atmosphere
The Blues will visit the BetMcLean Oval with the aim of injecting a boost into a campaign described as “average” by boss Healy after eight points in four games. Hosts Glentoran can boast a proud home overall record under Mick McDermott, but suffered a major oval setback with the weekend’s …
Read More »Volcanic eruption in Spain spits lava, destroying homes, crops
By Jonny Lupsha, News Editor Volcanoes are divided into broad categories: ash cones, shield volcanoes and stratovolcanoes. These categories come from many basic characteristics of the volcanic event. An eruption in La Palma, Spain endangers life and land. Residents of La Palma, Spain are at risk of hot lava consuming …
Read More »A visual and scientific history of water from
image: Water cover seen Following Credit: MIT PRESS Water is so pervasive in our lives that it’s easy to take it for granted. The average American uses ninety gallons of water a day; almost all the liquids we come across are primarily water – milk, for example, contains 87 percent …
Read More »The first world reserve of the 5 nations stretches for 435 miles in Austria, Slovenia, Croatia, Hungary and Serbia: “Amazon of Europe”
Peter Valic, CC license The “European Amazon”, a victory for nature for 12 years, has finally become a UNESCO cross-border biosphere reserve covering five nations. Protecting the valuable and vulnerable river and estuarine ecosystems of the Danube, Mura and Drava rivers, the reserve spans Croatia, Serbia, Hungary, Austria and Slovenia. …
Read More »Cosco Shipping Lines Adds Next Generation EverFRESH Active Controlled Atmosphere Systems
SINGAPORE – Cosco Shipping Lines recently upgraded its refrigerated freight fleet with next-generation EverFRESH® Carrier Transicold active controlled atmosphere (AC) systems. High performance systems allow perishable shipments to travel further, while maintaining product quality. Carrier Transicold is part of Carrier Global Corporation (NYSE: CARR), the world’s leading provider of healthy, …
Read More »After dropping 16% in one month, is BHP (ASX: BHP) stock price now a buy?
Image source: Getty Images The BHP Group Ltd. (ASX: BHP) The stock price has fallen 16% over the past month. Could the resource giant be a buy after the fall? BHP shares have indeed fallen by 30% since August 4, 2021. Could the resource giant be an opportunity? Broker Morgans …
Read More »Mel Tucker pleased with Spartan Nation for hostile atmosphere inside Woodshed
Spenser Davis | 32 minutes ago Mel Tucker got what he expected from Michigan State fans on Saturday night. The Spartans coach has spent most of the week begging fans to show up in droves and fuel up for a big game against Nebraska. The fans delivered, and so did …
Read More »New recognition of UNESCO biosphere reserve means duty to live up to global status: Deputy Minister | Environment
After hatching, baby turtles are released into the sea at Ninh Thuan’s Nui Chua Biosphere Reserve. (Photo: VNA) Hanoi (VNA) – Two Vietnamese sites were recognized as new biosphere reserves by UNESCO during the 33rd session of its International Coordinating Council of the Man and the Biosphere Program (MAB-ICC) last …
Read More »Rookies love atmosphere at Carter-Finley as NC State overthrows Clemson
As Clemson quarterback DJ Uiagalelei’s fourth pass hit the turf in second overtime to claim NC State’s 27-21 victory over the ninth-seeded Tigers, students and fans flooded the pitch at the stadium. Carter-Finley. Ingesting the atmosphere of this special night was several perspectives Dave doeren and its staff have already …
Read More »Mike Blair wows new stadium atmosphere as Edinburgh fans make noise
Edinburgh head coach Mike Blair is all smiles full time as he congratulates Connor Boyle on his victory over the Scarlets. Photo: Paul Devlin / SNS There were only 5,330 fans inside the 7,800-seat pitch, but they made a lot of noise as Edinburgh edged the Welsh side by four …
Read More »Osijek celebrates International Drava River Day with rich program
© Mario Đurkić / Solutions Horizont September 25, 2021 – Osijek celebrated International Drava River Day on Friday, with many events that both entertained and educated locals about the importance of the Drava ecosystem. City of Osijek, Public Institution for Environmental Protection of Osijek-Baranja County, Osijek Tourist Board, Osijek-Baranja Tourist …
Read More »Balance needs to be struck between protecting nature and investing in Dana, says NCHR | Jordan News
Balance needs to be struck between protecting nature and investing in Dana, says NCHR [25-09-2021 01:44 PM] Ammon news – The National Center for Human Rights (NCHR) called for a balance between protecting nature and environmental human rights on the one hand and investing in the Dana Biosphere Reserve on …
Read More »“The atmosphere is electric” – Mariners fans look forward to a good start to the new season
After an incredible start to the season, Grimsby Town fans are delighted with the recent performances and are equally delighted to see so many people in the stands as the city support their home side. After a few tough years, the Mariners seem to finally be returning to some form …
Read More »For the record, September 24, 2021
Lauren Genova, assistant professor of chemistry and biochemistry, is co-editor of Teach gradually: practical pedagogy and classroom strategies for graduate students by graduate students, published by Stylus Publishing, LLC. It is the first book of its kind to be written exclusively by graduate students themselves. Written for graduate student instructors …
Read More »NASA’s “Latif” satellite examines the atmosphere of exoplanets
The satellite, dubbed “Quote”, is supposed to start on Monday. The Graz Space Research Institute is a partner in the mission. with a small satelliteAttractiveHe wants the US space agency Nasa Study of the upper atmosphere of a particular type of exoplanet. The “cute” shoebox-sized probe is expected to be …
Read More »Silent Earth by Dave Goulson – a plea for pollinators
Updates to scientific books Sign up for myFT Daily Digest to be the first to know about the latest science books. I sit in my garden admiring a myriad of insects, butterflies and bumblebees swirling around the blooming buddleia. The swallows directly above your head are always singing, and while …
Read More »Large Crowds Create ‘Amazing Atmosphere’ As Louder Than Life Kicks Off in Louisville | New
LOUISVILLE, Ky. (WDRB) – Tens of thousands of fans are in Louisville this weekend to play Louder Than Life. The four-day festival runs through Sunday and is expected to attract 35,000 fans each day. COVID-19 canceled the festival last year, but it’s full steam ahead in 2021. “I can’t wait …
Read More »Whole Earth Systems Initiative Needed, National Science Foundation Report Says
The report says NSF needs to better facilitate convergence research – that is, research that is specific and compelling problem-driven, and that integrates expertise from different disciplines to find an answer. A legacy of low racial, ethnic and gender diversity in earth sciences is a barrier to convergence research, according …
Read More »Study reveals when Earth’s oxygen will run out and become uninhabitable
A study published in the journal Nature Geoscience in March details the lifespan of the Earth’s biosphere and how long it will take before the planet becomes uninhabitable. Christopher Reinhard, associate professor at the Georgia Institute of Technology, and Kazumi Ozaki, assistant professor at the University of Toho, used a …
Read More »NASA ingenuity faces challenge as density of Martian atmosphere shrinks
The mini-helicopter flew to the Red Planet on February 18 while strapped to the belly of NASA’s Perseverance rover. In a statement released by NASA’s Perseverance rover team last week, it was revealed that the atmospheric density on the planet had dropped, which would affect flight. Trendy office Last update:September …
Read More »The USGS reports 4 American volcanoes with the YELLOW code; 3 with the ORANGE code
Cleveland Volcano is showing signs of unrest. Image: Max Kaufman / Alaska Volcano Observatory / University of Alaska Fairbanks, Geophysical Institute The USGS reports “high” activity on 7 different volcanoes around the United States that it observes, with three at increased ORANGE / WATCH and four at YELLOW / ADVISORY. …
Read More »The success of the designation of the Howe Sound Biosphere depends on how it is marketed: Poll
The Chief of Squamish surveyed 223 readers and asked the question: Do you think declaring Howe Sound as a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve will positively influence tourism in Squamish? After five years of work towards the goal by the Howe Sound Biosphere Region Initiative, on September 15, the Howe Sound region, …
Read More »Flying to Mars gets harder and harder as Ingenuity helicopter prepares for 14th jump
NASA’s Ingenuity helicopter is gearing up for its 14th flight to the Red Planet, but the thinning Martian air makes such sorties increasingly difficult. The upcoming release, which could take place any day now, is a simple jump from some of the more daring reconnaissance flights that Ingenuity did to …
Read More »Bates Football fails against Amherst – Bates student
Like every bachelor party trip to Las Vegas, Miley Cyrus and Liam Hemsworth’s wedding, and Demi Lovato’s cultural relevance, all good things come to an end. After 679 days, Bobcat football suffered its first loss on Saturday. Six hundred and seventy-nine days without loss? How is it possible? Some people …
Read More »Top 10 largest forests in the world: full list here
Forests are said to be the lungs of planet Earth and cover nearly 31% of the land mass or its surface. Yet this is not enough. The United Nations has repeatedly reminded us that due to climate change and human interference, forests have fallen under the status of danger. However, …
Read More »Authorities issue red alert for US volcano due to impending explosions
The sight of the disastrous new volcanic eruption of La Palma in the Canary Islands grabs the attention of viewers around the world, as it unfolds, a volcano closer to the residential area in the United States erupts with new activity , forcing officials to raise a RED alert level. …
Read More »Sandstorm Cinematic Trailer For Consoles Shows The Atmosphere
Focus Entertainment and developer New World Interactive have released the Insurgency: Sandstorm cinematic trailer that promotes the game for its console release on September 29! Entitled “Boots on the Field” we can see exactly that, as the player’s perspective is presented in different levels and scenarios involving enemies. About the …
Read More »Trace the points that led to the Amazon tipping point
Scientifically, it is indisputable that the Amazon is on the way to ceasing to become a tropical forest. The “lungs of the earth” which store some 200 billion tonnes of carbon now emit more carbon than they capture, accelerating climate change which is further damaging the forest. Mysterious forest soils …
Read More »Lawmakers: The atmosphere in the Arizona legislature has become more toxic | Kingman Daily Miner
PHOENIX – The press release from Senate Speaker Karen Fann of September 10 was short on details but clear on one point – a senator had received some threat regarding the Senate audit of the 2020 elections in Maricopa County. Senator Michelle Ugenti-Rita, R-Scottsdale, later revealed that she was the …
Read More »Oyster report approved, funding held
By Margaret Maccoll A 4-3 board majority approved the second annual report of the Noosa River Oyster Ecosystem Restoration Project last Thursday. However, Council Managing Director Brett De Chastel confirmed that its approval would not meet the criteria for a Council funding payment that would require state government approval of …
Read More »Negative Atmosphere is an indie riff on Dead Space, now with mech costumes
In space, no one can hear you scream. But in a mech suit, you’ll definitely hear dead creatures cracking and crushing under your armored boot. So it is in the new trailer for Negative Atmosphere, a sci-fi horror game that draws more than a few inspirations from Dead Space. The …
Read More »Efforts to create the Thar Biosphere Reserve intensify
UNESCO assured to provide funds and technical assistance to protect rare wildlife in the region The exercise to establish a much-anticipated biosphere reserve in the Thar Desert in western Rajasthan has intensified with the support of UNESCO, which has provided funding and technical assistance for protect the region’s rare wildlife. …
Read More »Negative Atmosphere Gameplay Trailer Packs In Over Nightmare Fuel
The last Negative atmosphere The trailer is here exclusively as part of The Escapist Indie Showcase, bringing more gameplay from the PC sci-fi horror game from developer Sunscorched Studios. “Tense” is probably the best word to describe the three and a half minute gameplay video, which scares the game with …
Read More »Evaluate the impact and scope of biogeochemical cycles
Biogeochemical cycles describe the flow of elements in earth systems. They are strongly influenced by biological and anthropogenic activity and, in turn, influence other aspects of earth systems and the human environment. Biogeochemical cycles: ecological factors and environmental impact, a book published by AGU, shows how biogeochemical cycles have developed …
Read More »Red alert issued for the American volcano; Imminent explosions
View of the eastern cone of Mount Cerberus in the Semisopochnoi caldera. Image: USGS / AVO / CA Neal As images of the new destructive volcanic eruption of La Palma in the Canary Islands captivate viewers around the world, a volcano closer to home in the United States is also …
Read More »KaJ Labs Announces Lithosphere NFT Platform
SEATTLE, September 20, 2021 / PRNewswire / – Lithosphere, KaJ Labs’ innovative new AI blockchain platform will officially launch the Jot Art Metaverse in the first quarter of 2022. The launch will be highlighted by three new Play-to-Earn (P2E) cross-chain games. The first title, Heroes of the jungleNFT characters and …
Read More »Proposed Cable Cars Will Not Affect Penang Hill Unesco Biosphere Reserve Status, Exco Says | Malaysia
A general view of the funicular station at the top of the hill in Penang, October 2, 2020. – Photo by KE Ooi GEORGE TOWN, September 20 – The cable cars proposed for Penang Hill will not affect its recent designation as a Unesco Biosphere Reserve, said exco Jagdeep Singh …
Read More »Fans Enjoy Festive Atmosphere At Homecoming Game | New
CONESTOGA – Fans who came to Cougar Stadium on Friday night celebrated Homecoming in winning style with a wide range of activities. Students, parents and community members from Conestoga and Weeping Water attended a full program of events throughout the evening. A large crowd gathered at the stadium for nearly …
Read More »Ed Sheeran denounces the toxic atmosphere of the American Galas
British Ed sheeran He’s against toxic American culture. Considered one of the most prolific pop singer-songwriters of his generation, Ed Sheeran doesn’t need a façade to maintain his international status. That’s good because Sheeran doesn’t have a tongue in his pocket. The singer does not utter his words in an …
Read More »Walter Mazzarri delighted to take the post of Cagliari: Exceptional atmosphere
Walter Mazzarri is delighted to take the position of Cagliari. Mazzarri took over from Leanardo Semplici after his dismissal last week. “It’s a great atmosphere, I was well received and the infrastructure of the training ground is really cutting edge,” Mazzarri said at his press conference. âI have long had …
Read More »Howe Sound becomes the last UNESCO biosphere region in Canada
The tl ‘kThe a7tsem / Howe Sound area is known for its indigenous culture, biodiversity and distinct geography and has been named a UNESCO Biosphere Region. According to International Coordinating Council for the Man and the Biosphere Program, jurisdictions around the world face the profound impacts of habitat loss and …
Read More »The Isle of Wight has so much to gain from UNESCO biosphere status
This is the first in a series of columns on the UNESCO IW Biosphere Reserve. The aim is to help people understand what the biosphere is and how it will be a key part of protecting, maintaining and enhancing our precious local environment for years to come. The IW, along …
Read More »Angelina Jolie will return to Cambodia next year for the Women for Bees program | Entertainment
Angelina Jolie plans to return to Cambodia next year to establish the next Women for Bees program. The 46-year-old actress was named “godmother” of the Women for Bees program earlier this year, which aims to train 50 women in beekeeping within five years, as well as build 2,500 beehives in …
Read More »Angelina Jolie will return to Cambodia next year for the Women for Bees program | Culture & Leisure
Angelina Jolie plans to return to Cambodia next year to establish the next Women for Bees program. The 46-year-old actress was named “godmother” of the Women for Bees program earlier this year, which aims to train 50 women in beekeeping within five years, as well as build 2,500 beehives in …
Read More »ESPN College GameDay Analysts Preview Penn State White Out, 107k Atmosphere
ESPN’s College GameDay returns to Happy Valley for the fifth year in a row ahead of the annual Penn State White Out game. Penn State’s No.10 hosts No.22 Auburn on Saturday, September 18. Get daily news, weather, news alerts straight to your inbox! Subscribe to abc27 newsletters here! GameDay is …
Read More »Crystal Palace Star relishing a trip to Anfield, boosted by a crazy atmosphere
Crystal Palace defender Joachim Andersen has stressed the need for his side to take the positives from their victory at Tottenham Hotspur and use them against Liverpool in their next clash at Anfield. The Eagles claimed their first Premier League victory under new boss Patrick Vieira last week, beating Tottenham …
Read More »Secret lives of corn plants: filmed “on camera”
The secret life of corn plants: filmed “on camera” Corn is a seemingly simple plant, but underground it has a very complicated life. When scientists develop environmental and climate computer models, they take into account a wide variety of processes, such as photosynthesis, respiration rates, soil conditions, carbon distribution, nutrient …
Read More »Exhibitions link art to research
Artistic collaborations between flying foxes and humans, live sound streams from the Amazon rainforest, and stories from the traditional keepers of K’gari (Fraser Island) are among the various works currently on display in two new exhibitions at USC Art. Gallery. Sites of Connection features work by Leah Barclay, Bloom Collective, …
Read More »Incoming Atmospheric River ranked 4 out of 5 for the South Coast of Western Australia | South County News
Country united states of americaUS Virgin IslandsMinor Outlying Islands of the United StatesCanadaMexico, United Mexican StatesBahamas, Commonwealth ofCuba, Republic ofDominican RepublicHaiti, Republic ofJamaicaAfghanistanAlbania, People’s Socialist Republic ofAlgeria, People’s Democratic Republic ofAmerican SamoaAndorra, Principality ofAngola, Republic ofAnguillaAntarctica (the territory south of 60 degrees S)Antigua and BarbudaArgentina, Argentine RepublicArmeniaArubaAustralia, Commonwealth ofAustria, Republic …
Read More »The Weather Network – Howe Sound Region Becomes 19th UNESCO Biosphere Reserve in Canada
Thursday, September 16, 2021, 1:46 p.m. – Six months ago, The Weather Network took an in-depth look at the past, present and future outlook for Howe Sound. Our team explored how the history of mining pollution and the ongoing impacts of climate change affected the Strait’s ecosystems, and how several …
Read More »Milan players all say the same about Anfield atmosphere in Liverpool post-match interviews
AC Milan captain Davide Calabria admitted his side clashed with a ‘formidable’ Liverpool side on Wednesday night. The Italian side briefly appeared to have staged a highly unlikely comeback, as they resisted pressure from Jurgen Klopp’s side, before taking a remarkable 2-1 lead before half-time. Despite their historic European pedigree, …
Read More »Earth system models simulate climate change
The climate is changing and we need to know what changes to expect and how long to expect them. Models of the Earth system, which simulate all relevant components of the Earth system, are the primary means of anticipating future changes in our climate. Over the past century, our knowledge …
Read More »Evolution of the early Earth – Faculty of Science
University academics: Associate Professor Patrice Rey, Associate Professor Derek Wyman, Dr Vasileios Chatzaras In the early Earth, a wide range of phenomena, including the formation of gold deposits and volcanogenic massive sulphide (VMS) deposits, as well as the development of sulfur ecosystems at the level of hydrothermal vents were linked …
Read More »Design around Grandma Cottonwood’s tree – The Durango Herald
Thank you for creating a path from 32nd Street to Oxbow. The expected benefits are good, encouraging cycling as a means of transport and inviting to engage in the river corridor. I also witness the incredible grief of our community after the loss of 33 elderberries and huge willow stands …
Read More »‘Glenn Maxwell, we all know what he can do’: Parthiv Patel explains what makes the most of the RCB all-rounder | Locust
Former Royal Challengers Bangalore wicket keeper-Patel Parthiv Patel has felt current RCB all-rounder Glenn Maxwell is at his best when allowed to play freely. Speaking on Star Sports’ Game Plan show, former Indian cricketer Parthiv said that there are players who like to thrive in a certain atmosphere and Maxwell …
Read More »Seattle start-up pledges to offer 6,000 Bitcoin ($ 270 million) to El Salvador and other countries adopting Bitcoin as legal offering, launch of LITHO utility token
SEATTLE, September 14, 2021 / PRNewswire / – El Salvador is the first country in the world to adopt bitcoin as legal tender. Today, Joel Kasr, founder of KaJ Laboratories and Lithosphere, pledged to offer 6,000 BTC to El Salvador and nations like Panama who adopt bitcoin as legal tender. …
Read More »Seattle-based start-up KaJ Labs pledges to donate 6,000 Bitcoin ($ 270 million) to El Salvador and other nations adopting Bitcoin as legal offering, LITHO Utility token launched
SEATTLE, September 14, 2021 / PRNewswire / – El Salvador is the first country in the world to adopt bitcoin as legal tender. Today, Joel Kasr, founder of KaJ Laboratories and Lithosphere, pledged to offer 6,000 BTC to El Salvador and nations like Panama who adopt bitcoin as legal tender. …
Read More »Mercury’s mantle goes with the flow
As the smallest of the terrestrial planets in our solar system, Mercury has much to teach us about the evolution of small rocky planets. Unlike Earth, whose tough outer layer, the lithosphere, is divided into a mosaic of plates that move relative to each other, Mercury is a single-plate planet. …
Read More »The struggles of the Child Development Centers for lack of contemporary rules
In 1990, Bangladesh ratified the 1989 United Nations Convention on the Rights of the Child (UNCRC), demonstrating its commitment to respect children’s rights in Bangladesh. The UNCRC is the most comprehensive instrument on children’s rights and the most widely ratified international human rights treaty in history. It covers all aspects …
Read More »Complete list and photos of all watches pre-selected for the 2021 Grand Prix d’Horlogerie de Genève (GPHG)
The 2021 Grand Prix d’Horlogerie de Genève (GPHG) has just published the list of preselected (ânominatedâ) watches ahead of the highly anticipated red carpet in Geneva on November 4, 2021. The 14 categories for 2021 are: Ladies, Ladies’ Complications, Men, Men’s Complications, Iconic, Tourbillon, Chronograph, Mechanical Exception, Calendar and Astronomy, …
Read More »March? This is old news. Welcome to the decade of Venus
When it comes to exploring the solar system, the last few decades have undeniably been focused on visiting Mars. From sending rovers to its surface to making plans for possible crewed missions, the Red Planet holds an important place in our understanding of planetary science. But what about our other …
Read More »Rookies Expect Electric Atmosphere for Hogs-Horns
While not normally known for his bold or hot takes, I have one for this weekend nonetheless. Saturday’s Arkansas-Texas game could be the biggest factor in recruiting Razorback for a long time. Make no mistake, just because Texas is the opponent. It could be Alabama, Auburn, Georgia, LSU or Oklahoma. …
Read More »Monarch butterfly tagged in Kentucky research project discovered 1,600 miles away in Mexico
A monarch butterfly tagged in Kentucky as part of a research project last October was found 1,600 miles and months later in Mexico. Kentucky Wild member and citizen-scientist Tri Roberts, of Versailles, originally captured and tagged the female monarch butterfly at the Perryville Battlefield State Historic Site in Perryville. The …
Read More »The slow carbon cycle, sink and waste | Clubs And Organizations
Dive into the slow carbon cycle! Fluxes include: respiration and photosynthesis (between the biosphere, hydrosphere and atmosphere), sedimentation and metamorphosis (between the biosphere and lithosphere), weathering, erosion, volcanism and combustion of fossil fuels (between the lithosphere and the atmosphere), dissolution and degassing (between the hydrosphere and the atmosphere), and precipitation, …
Read More »Committee to reset the boundaries of the Dana Biosphere Reserve formed | Jordan News
Ammon news – Environment Minister Nabil Masarweh on Wednesday agreed to form a technical committee to redraw the boundaries of the Dana Biosphere Reserve in order to mine copper ore in the southern region of Jordan. Speaking to the Jordanian News Agency (Petra), Masarweh said the committee, pursuant to a …
Read More »Weibo in China Suspends BTS, K-POP, Fan Accounts for “Seriously Polluting Social Atmosphere”
China’s heavily regulated social media platform like Twitter, Weibo, suspended 22 K-pop fan accounts on Tuesday, nearly two dozen fan accounts for BTS, Blackpink and other major groups. K-pop to curb fan frenzy and teen pop culture. In an attempt to counter what it described as an âirrational starhunt,â China …
Read More »Us and our house | Cyprus Mail
Earth is the only planet we know where we can live By Roberto Sciffo The blue planet, planet Earth, is unique to our solar system and, given our current state of technological advancement, it is the only planet we know of where we can live. The âbig picture effectâ is …
Read More »U of O researchers are working to improve membrane distillation techniques to make drinking water more accessible
Reading time: 2 minutes We looked at the pore wetting phenomenon and how O University PhD candidate Hooman Chamani plans to alleviate it. University of Ottawa doctoral candidate Hooman Chamani, alongside Professors Christopher Lan and Takeshi Matsuura from the Department of Chemical and Biological Engineering, recently published their work Pore …
Read More »Erratic monsoon poses serious challenges for farmers – the Sangai Express
Nando WaikhomIMPHAL, August 5: At a time when the central government is focusing on increasing the incomes of the country’s farmers, farmers in Manipur face great challenges to maintain a conventional form of farming practice in a monsoon context erratic.According to data received from the Indian Council of Agricultural Research …
Read More »The faces and shops that give Cavehill Road a village feel
Cavehill Road is located at the foot of Cave Hill to the north of town, and benefits from being so close to this magnificent mountain and the many visitors it attracts. Along this route are businesses ranging from cafes to hairdressers, old and new, most of them made up of …
Read More »ASEAN-Korea Center to present virtual trip to ASEAN countries
“ASEAN Familiarization Tour” in Brunei (ASEAN-Korea Center) The ASEAN-Korea Center organized a virtual “ASEAN Familiarization Tour” to strengthen ASEAN-Korea tourism cooperation. Ulu Temburong National Park in Temburong, Brunei (ASEAN-Korea Center) The tour, which allows Korean travel journalists and social media influencers to explore tourist destinations in ASEAN member states, went …
Read More »A seismometer maps the anatomy of Mars
Unlike the eight orbiters that currently monitor the planet and the six rovers that have explored its chemistry and geology, InSight is the only spacecraft to directly probe the planet’s interior. Orbital measurements of Mars’ moment of inertia and gravity field have provided indirect clues about internal anatomy: its central …
Read More »Beach mats improve access for wheelchair and scooter users
New beach mats have been introduced on Dublin’s Dollymount Strand to provide better access for wheelchair and scooter users to the North Bull Island Nature Reserve and other beach areas. The specially designed mats stretch 125 meters across the beach from the end of Causeway Road and will provide greater …
Read More »To understand how mountains and the atmosphere carry water west, scientists aim their instruments at the Colorado sky
In the 1920s, the Rocky Mountain Biological Laboratory was founded in the abandoned mining town of Gothic, Colorado, about 9 miles north of Crested Butte. Since then, thousands of field biologists have studied the streams, snowfall and soil in the diverse mountain ecosystem. Now, researchers are pointing their instruments skyward. …
Read More »Earth is still evolving, this is what it might look like in the future
The Earth has evolved over millions of years with tectonic plates changing the face of the planet from time to time. Shattering the Pangea supercontinent, these tectonic plates organized the Earth’s surface into seven continents and five oceans. Scientists say these tectonic plates are not yet complete and the Earth …
Read More »The cannibalism that saved the earth, By Okezue Bell – SoundiataPost
Wait, so the solar power has self-powered? Not exactly. Let’s start with the beginning. The energy industry is currently booming, having grown more than 16 times since 1950. Unfortunately, however, almost 81% of the energy we produce and use depends on fossil fuels, a type of non-renewable natural material that …
Read More »NASA monitors water to help growers grow
Every day – up to thirty times a day, in fact – one of Mark Mason’s employees at Nature’s Reward Farms in Monterey County, Calif., Brings him the results of a soil test for discussion. Mason oversees the fertilizer and irrigation of the 5,000-acre farm along California’s central coast, nicknamed …
Read More »Ultra-deep continental diamonds are the rarest on Earth
If a diamond is eternal, could it come from things that have lived (almost) forever? Although it is unlikely that your diamond necklace was a early cephalopod or dinosaur, there is a rare type of gem which began to form 500 million years ago and later (dinosaurs appeared about 230 …
Read More »UNM Researcher Receives NSF Grants to Study Effects of Magma on Continental Plates: UNM Newsroom
Mousumi Roy, Lecturer of the Regents and Associate Professor in the Department of Physics and Astronomy at the University of New Mexico, recently received two National Science Foundation Fellowships, including a Mid-Career Advancement Fellowship for her work. on the impact of the movement of magma on the continental plates. Mousumi …
Read More »DCDL Offers Home COVID-19 Test Kits
Earlier this year, the Ohio Department of Health (ODH) purchased two million COVID-19 home test kits in a bid to make these rapid test kits available and accessible in every county in Ohio . The ODH worked with the Ohio Library Council (OLC) to increase its reach, and public libraries …
Read More »Volcanic eruptions may have created the first breaths of oxygen in the atmosphere
A new study that analyzed Australian rocks 2.5 billion years old suggests that volcanic eruptions may have spurred population surges of marine microorganisms. This creates the first breaths of oxygen in the atmosphere. This study could potentially change existing theories about Earth’s early atmosphere. Earth’s atmosphere became oxygenated about 2.4 …
Read More »[OPINION] The relatively unsung hero of the battle against climate change
We are fighting a battle against climate change, and its outcome will decide whether or not we will be in more danger. The battle ensued tons of carbon dioxide (CO2) humanity released into the atmosphere since the industrial revolution. Since 1880, data from NASA shows that human-induced climate change has …
Read More »A student’s mission to protect the world’s most precious resource
Desalination of seawater by membrane processes. Credit: Johnson Effoe Efome Hooman Chamani, a PhD candidate in Ottawa, is motivated by one thing: to tackle the global water crisis in an environmentally responsible way. It may sound simple, but until recently it wasn’t. Today, thanks to his work alongside Dr Christopher …
Read More »‘Ecocide’ could be a new tool to fight environmental crime
By Josef Rybacki (Aug 25, 2021, 3:34 p.m. EDT) – 2021 has not been a vintage year for the environment. The climate crisis – an issue that once took the form of abstract temperature charts and projections – is now a dizzying parade of broken weather records and natural disasters. …
Read More »The world’s first seismic activity monitoring system involving interdisciplinary research in test operation in Sichuan, southwest China
Lithosphere, Atmosphere and Ionosphere Vibration and Disturbance Monitoring System (MVP-LAI) in Leshan City, Southwest China’s Sichuan Province Photo: Courtesy by Chen Jiehong Researchers of the world’s first interdisciplinary research-based and integration-based seismic activity monitoring system that can simultaneously monitor approximately 20 physical parameters related to the lithosphere, atmosphere and ionosphere, …
Read More »Melting glaciers trigger movement of the earth’s crust
The Earth’s crust is shifting as climate change wreaks havoc on ice caps and glaciers around the world. The continued melting of these Greenland and Antarctic ice caps causes the earth’s crust to deform as water is redistributed into the world’s oceans, causing sea levels to rise. The movement is …
Read More »The roar of the crowd – how fans create electric atmospheres
Since the arrival of COVID-19, empty seats and worrying silences in sports and entertainment venues have highlighted the contribution of fans to live events. Everywhere from the Olympics to the Premier League and the London Proms, the lack of crowds has meant an absence of atmosphere. Memorable atmospheres are created …
Read More »How elastic are our mussels: resilience in the conservation of freshwater mussels
2021 marks the 150th anniversary of the United States Fish and Wildlife Service. Since its origins in fisheries conservation in 1871, there have been tremendous changes in the upper Mississippi. But for freshwater mussels, the need remains the same; populations of species and their communities resilient to change and local …
Read More »Deepest diamonds on Earth are made up of ancient organisms, study finds
The deepest and most wanted diamonds on Earth are made up of ancient living organisms, according to a new study. Ultra-rare “ultra-deep continental diamonds” have isotope levels of carbon that suggest they are formed from organic matter, Australian researchers reveal. These ultra-deep diamonds, which adorn the crown jewels, form more …
Read More »Letter: Global Peril
Published: 08/23/2021 07:00:17 AM In front of us – suddenly! – massive extinction of species, destruction of terrestrial biodiversity. This is due to human changes in our planet’s earth system: its atmosphere (air), hydrosphere (water), cryosphere (ice and permafrost), lithosphere (rock) and biosphere (life). Most of this destruction has taken …
Read More »Some rare diamonds form from the remains of once-living creatures, new study finds
Despite humanity’s intense fascination with glittering chunks of carbon, it seems there is still a lot to learn about how diamonds form deep within our planet. New research has discovered that two different types of rare diamonds share a common origin story – the recycling of organisms once living more …
Read More »Things to do in Sheffield: seven of the best events for the holidays and beyond
There will be a Punch and Judy show at Penistone by the Sea Say a final goodbye to Sheffield by the Seaside in Peace Gardens, or head to Penistone By The Sea on Saturday August 28. During the latter, there will be donkey rides, a Punch and Judy show, fairground …
Read More »Give your opinion on the direction of Noosa’s economy
The board reviews Noosa’s local economic strategy to ensure it remains focused and current and seeks input from the community. Mayor Clare Stewart said the world has changed dramatically since the strategy was adopted five years ago. “We have to make sure that these long term plans stay up to …
Read More »Extreme weather conditions, climate change and the case for socialism
Catastrophic flooding in Humphreys County, Tennessee over the weekend has so far killed at least 21 people, including two toddlers, and 45 others remain unaccounted for. The flash floods were the result of a storm that dropped 17 inches of rain over the area on Saturday night, possibly a new …
Read More »Humans will always have oxygen to breathe, but the same can’t be said for ocean life
We might be fine, but what about ocean creatures? Photo: Joseph Barrientos on Unsplash There is nothing more fundamental to humans than the availability of oxygen. We don’t care about the oxygen we need, we just breathe, but where does it come from? To shed some light on this point, …
Read More »Watch festival goers soak up the atmosphere of Folk East
This has been a busy weekend for the events industry in Suffolk, among the highlights was FolkEast who returned triumphantly to Glemham Hall Estate after a year of absence. FolkEast, which is known to be the most easterly folk festival in the UK, drew crowds on Friday, Saturday and Sunday, …
Read More »35 more seismic observatories by the end of this year in India
Every day we hear about earthquakes being felt in different regions. The Indian subcontinent is an area at high risk for earthquakes, hurricanes, floods, tsunamis and landslides. According to the seismic zoning mapping, India is divided into 4 zones. These areas are divided according to the estimate of the intensity …
Read More »“We are doing a very good job”: Hawaii on track to meet zero emission deadline
Despite a dire United Nations warning of the looming danger of climate change, state officials believe Hawaii is making good progress in protecting the environment. Earlier this month, the United Nations Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change released its sixth assessment report on how climate change is affecting the global environment. …
Read More »Modified Atmosphere Packaging Market 2021-2027 by Major Key Players: Dansensor A / S, Multisorb Technologies Inc, Air Products and Chemicals Inc, Amcor Limited
Modified Atmosphere Packaging Market Size 2021 Industry Share, Strategies, Growth Analysis, Regional Demand, Revenue, Key Players and Research Report Forecast 2027 In this report, a comprehensive analysis of the current global modified atmosphere packaging market in terms of demand and supply environment is provided along with the price trend now …
Read More »Development or survival? Imbalance – Ground views
Photo courtesy of the BBC Sri Lanka’s country declaration to the 21st Conference of the Parties (known as COP21) to the 1992 United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change, held in Paris in 2015, said: âWe are aware of the big difference in carbon dioxide emitted by biological sources. and …
Read More »U scientists on the IPCC climate report 2021
Last week, the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC) released its sixth report on the current state of the climate. One of the main findings states that âit is unequivocal that human influence has warmed the atmosphere, ocean and land. Widespread and rapid changes in the atmosphere, ocean, cryosphere and …
Read More »Deep diamonds have a surprising organic composition
While most diamonds form under continents, at depths between 150 and 300 kilometers, a document published in Scientific reports has shown that two rarer types of diamonds – those found in oceanic rocks and those that form more than 300 kilometers below the continental crust – have a common and …
Read More »The incredible journey of carbon | U Daily
Adam Thomas article Photos courtesy of the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration and Dana Veron August 18, 2021 UD students and professors raise awareness of carbon cycle science Even for students of a graduate level physical meteorology course at the University of Delaware, sometimes the best way to visualize such …
Read More »Understanding the concept of ecocide
The recent proposal for a definition of ecocide by the Stop Ecocide Foundation to be included in the Rome Statute as the fifth main crime along with the crime of genocide, war crimes, crimes against humanity and the crime of aggression has sparked academic and political debate around the world. …
Read More »The synthetic ecosystem evolving at sea
Like the atmosphere, the magnetosphere and the hydrosphere, the plastisphere is a region. But it is also an ecosystem, like the Siberian steppe or coral reefs – a plasticized marine environment. By Russell Thomas Plastic bottles dominate the trash in the ocean, with around 3 feet of them reaching the …
Read More »The definition of ecocide | WilmerHale
The climate crisis, an issue that once took the form of abstract temperature charts and projections, is now a dizzying parade of broken weather records and natural disasters. The time therefore seemed opportune when in June, the editorial group of experts of the Stop Ecocide Foundation (SEF) published his definition …
Read More »Welcome to the ‘plastisphere’: the synthetic ecosystem evolving at sea | Plastics
Plastic bottles dominate the trash in the ocean, with around 3 feet of them reaching the sea every minute. Polyethylene terephthalate (Pet) bottles are the main culprit. Last month, a study found two bacteria capable of destroying pets – or, as the headlines say, “eating plastic.” Known as Thioclava sp. …
Read More »Controlled Atmosphere Containers Market Share and Trend Analysis, Segment Forecast, 2021 – 2026
According to a new research report titled Atmosphere Controlled Container Market Global Industry Perspective, Comprehensive Analysis And Forecast by 2021-2026 This resulted in several changes in This report also covers the impact of COVID-19[feminine sur le marché mondial. Le rapport fournit des prévisions de revenus aux niveaux mondial, régional et …
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