Bird Flu Virus Mutation Found in Severe Louisiana Case
A genetic analysis revealed a bird flu virus mutation in a Louisiana patient, the nation's first severe case, raising concerns about potential human-to-human transmission, although the risk remains low.
Bird Flu Virus Mutation Found in Severe Louisiana Case
A genetic analysis revealed a bird flu virus mutation in a Louisiana patient, the nation's first severe case, raising concerns about potential human-to-human transmission, although the risk remains low.
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Partial Solar Eclipse on March 29, 2025: Northeast U.S. and Eastern Canada
A partial solar eclipse will occur on March 29, 2025, with up to 94% of the sun obscured; best viewing will be in the northeast U.S. and eastern Canada, particularly New Brunswick and northern Quebec, at sunrise.
Partial Solar Eclipse on March 29, 2025: Northeast U.S. and Eastern Canada
A partial solar eclipse will occur on March 29, 2025, with up to 94% of the sun obscured; best viewing will be in the northeast U.S. and eastern Canada, particularly New Brunswick and northern Quebec, at sunrise.
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Record-Breaking Lightning Strike Hits Germany
Germany recorded its most powerful lightning strike of 452 kiloamperes (kA) on September 19th in North Hesse, exceeding a household outlet's current by 28,000 times; while Germany saw over 1.5 million lightning strikes in 2024, the highest since 2018, Bayern led with approximately 357,000 strikes.
Record-Breaking Lightning Strike Hits Germany
Germany recorded its most powerful lightning strike of 452 kiloamperes (kA) on September 19th in North Hesse, exceeding a household outlet's current by 28,000 times; while Germany saw over 1.5 million lightning strikes in 2024, the highest since 2018, Bayern led with approximately 357,000 strikes.
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24% Bias Score
Climate Change Caused 41 Extra Days of Dangerous Heat in 2024
A World Weather Attribution report reveals that climate change caused 41 extra days of dangerous heat globally in 2024, intensifying 26 of 29 studied extreme weather events that killed at least 3,700 people and displaced millions, underscoring the urgent need for a faster fossil fuel phase-out.
Climate Change Caused 41 Extra Days of Dangerous Heat in 2024
A World Weather Attribution report reveals that climate change caused 41 extra days of dangerous heat globally in 2024, intensifying 26 of 29 studied extreme weather events that killed at least 3,700 people and displaced millions, underscoring the urgent need for a faster fossil fuel phase-out.
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52% Bias Score
Record 2023 Heat Linked to Reduced Cloud Cover
The year 2023 saw record-breaking global temperatures, reaching 1.48 degrees Celsius above the pre-industrial average, exceeding the previous record by 0.2 degrees. New research attributes a significant portion of this increase to reduced low cloud cover, which decreased the Earth's albedo and ampli...
Record 2023 Heat Linked to Reduced Cloud Cover
The year 2023 saw record-breaking global temperatures, reaching 1.48 degrees Celsius above the pre-industrial average, exceeding the previous record by 0.2 degrees. New research attributes a significant portion of this increase to reduced low cloud cover, which decreased the Earth's albedo and ampli...
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20% Bias Score
Long COVID: Blood Biomarkers, Paxlovid Trials, and Repeated Infection Risks
Research worldwide reveals potential biomarkers for long COVID, including unusual T-cell activity and elevated interferon-gamma, with studies exploring the antiviral drug Paxlovid's impact and the link between repeated COVID infections and long COVID risk.
Long COVID: Blood Biomarkers, Paxlovid Trials, and Repeated Infection Risks
Research worldwide reveals potential biomarkers for long COVID, including unusual T-cell activity and elevated interferon-gamma, with studies exploring the antiviral drug Paxlovid's impact and the link between repeated COVID infections and long COVID risk.
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Environmental and Dystopian Themes in 2024 Television
Several new and returning TV series and documentaries, including those narrated by Cate Blanchett, Barack Obama, and Morgan Freeman, explore environmental issues, dystopian futures, and past events like the 1997 Wrocław flood, using diverse storytelling approaches.
Environmental and Dystopian Themes in 2024 Television
Several new and returning TV series and documentaries, including those narrated by Cate Blanchett, Barack Obama, and Morgan Freeman, explore environmental issues, dystopian futures, and past events like the 1997 Wrocław flood, using diverse storytelling approaches.
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8-Meter Asteroid on Potential Earth Impact Near North Pole
An 8-meter asteroid, detected near the Pegasus constellation, may impact Earth near the North Pole within hours; scientists predict minimal threat but a valuable opportunity for research.
8-Meter Asteroid on Potential Earth Impact Near North Pole
An 8-meter asteroid, detected near the Pegasus constellation, may impact Earth near the North Pole within hours; scientists predict minimal threat but a valuable opportunity for research.
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2004 Indian Ocean Earthquake and Tsunami: Devastating Impact of a Mw 9.1–9.3 Earthquake
A Mw 9.1–9.3 earthquake off Sumatra on December 26, 2004, triggered a massive tsunami, causing over 126,000 deaths, displacing 1.5 million people, and highlighting the lack of an early warning system in the Indian Ocean.
2004 Indian Ocean Earthquake and Tsunami: Devastating Impact of a Mw 9.1–9.3 Earthquake
A Mw 9.1–9.3 earthquake off Sumatra on December 26, 2004, triggered a massive tsunami, causing over 126,000 deaths, displacing 1.5 million people, and highlighting the lack of an early warning system in the Indian Ocean.
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Alaskan Marine Heatwave Causes Largest Recorded Single-Species Die-off
A marine heatwave in the Gulf of Alaska from 2014-2016 killed approximately 4 million common murres, marking the largest recorded die-off of a single species and highlighting the severe impact of warming ocean temperatures on marine ecosystems.
Alaskan Marine Heatwave Causes Largest Recorded Single-Species Die-off
A marine heatwave in the Gulf of Alaska from 2014-2016 killed approximately 4 million common murres, marking the largest recorded die-off of a single species and highlighting the severe impact of warming ocean temperatures on marine ecosystems.
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16% Bias Score
Positive Social Tipping Points in Climate Action: Cycling, Diet, and Policy
Several European cities witnessed a significant increase in cycling post-COVID, demonstrating a social tipping point towards sustainable transportation. Simultaneously, decreasing meat consumption in Germany and the rise of plant-based alternatives showcase a positive shift in dietary habits driven ...
Positive Social Tipping Points in Climate Action: Cycling, Diet, and Policy
Several European cities witnessed a significant increase in cycling post-COVID, demonstrating a social tipping point towards sustainable transportation. Simultaneously, decreasing meat consumption in Germany and the rise of plant-based alternatives showcase a positive shift in dietary habits driven ...
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44% Bias Score
Remarkably Preserved Anglo-Saxon Sword Unearthed in Kent
An exceptionally well-preserved sixth-century Anglo-Saxon sword, comparable to the Sutton Hoo discovery, and numerous other artifacts have been unearthed from a previously unknown cemetery in Kent, offering insights into burial practices, social hierarchy, and migration patterns during the early med...
Remarkably Preserved Anglo-Saxon Sword Unearthed in Kent
An exceptionally well-preserved sixth-century Anglo-Saxon sword, comparable to the Sutton Hoo discovery, and numerous other artifacts have been unearthed from a previously unknown cemetery in Kent, offering insights into burial practices, social hierarchy, and migration patterns during the early med...
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36% Bias Score