Air Pollution Linked to Higher Dementia Risk: Study

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A study from the University of Michigan has linked air pollution to an increased risk of dementia, suggesting that nearly 188,000 new cases of dementia annually may be from exposure to polluted air.1 This finding adds to a growing body of evidence that…

Planet Parade 2024: Here’s How to Watch 6 Planets Align This June

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This year is full of treats for skywatchers. It began with a rare solar eclipse and a solar storm spreading the northern lights. The next celestial show is an alignment of planets, also known as a “planetary parade.” Beginning in June, multiple planets…

Scientists Discover Underwater City That’s Older Than The Pyramids

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Nestled deep beneath the waves surrounding Cuba lies one of archaeology’s greatest unsolved mysteries. In 2000, researchers using sonar equipment spotted a strange series of structures on the ocean floor off the tip of the Guanahacabibes Peninsul…

These US States Are About to Have a Brutally Hot Summer

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The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) has issued a warning for this summer in The United States. 20% of all states are expected to have record-breaking heatwaves this year, so the NOAA has tried to highlight the increased risk of d…

Here’s What Its Like To Live in the Woods, Off-Grid

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“I would find myself sitting at my desk, wishing the day was over so I could go home. And I would wish that it was Friday, so I could have the weekend off, and I would wish my next vacation was coming up. And then I realized I was very literally wishin…

30 Smartest Animals in the World

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Science has led to incredible realizations about the world around us, including some of the world’s smartest animals. Here are 30 animals known for their incredible intelligence and abilities. 1. Intelligent Animals can Empathize Elephants are am…

Doomsday Clock Still 90 Seconds to Midnight in 2024 Update

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The world inches closer and closer to disaster – according to the Doomsday Clock. Now resting at a mere 90 seconds away from midnight, a myriad of factors are responsible but this is the closest to midnight the world has ever been (and has been s…

The Atlantic Ocean Could Be Swallowed by a Terrifying ‘Ring of Fire’

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Recent research has unveiled a looming peril for the Atlantic Ocean—a subduction zone hiding beneath the Gibraltar Strait, set to work its way into the Atlantic Ocean.1 This subduction zone, known as the Gibraltar arc or trench, has been slowly but sur…

Is Oat Milk a Scam?

Pierre Van ZylDrinks, Health Awareness, Learn, Planet

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Oat milk is a non-dairy alternative that has gained a lot of popularity in recent years. Recently, however, questions have arisen about its nutritional value and whether it’s actually good for you. Let’s look at what oat milk is, how it&#82…

What’s For Breakfast In 2050

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The breakfast table of 2050 is set to challenge our traditional morning routines. As we wake up to a world with a population projected to reach 10 billion, the question of what’s for breakfast becomes far more complex.1 Our current global food system i…

8 of The Most Dangerous Foods in the World

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Eating food can be a hazardous process. There’s the risk of food poisoning, choking, allergies, intestinal discomfort, heartburn, and all the unpleasant effects of a bad meal — or a really good one. Most people don’t think of food as a dangerous sport,…

Who planted a giant smiley face of trees?

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The world is full of wonderful anomalies. Human-made ones are particularly fun, from upside-down houses to boats made of mushrooms, to a smiley face of trees on the woodsy hillside of Polk City. Passersby are compelled to ask the same questions: Who did this? And how did they even think of this?  The yellow smiley…

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Terrified Woman Finds Huge Spider Hiding In Her Car Door Handle

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Everyone has had their fair share of horrifying spider encounters. Usually always happening when we least expect it. Sometimes they can be pretty manageable and you can maneuver them out of your house. However, there are other times where killing it might be the ultimate solution. If you’re in Australia, you might actually have some…

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Sleeping Whales: Photographer Reveals What Whales Look Like When They Snooze

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Humans, dogs, cats, and many other mammals sleep in similar ways. We lay down, close our eyes, and drift off into dreamland. Aquatic animals, however, can’t just lay down on the ocean floor, so how do they rest? In a rare photo of sleeping whales, a photographer revealed how these massive cetaceans get some shut-eye,…

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Frost moon shines down on Europe ahead of super cold week

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The sighting of a Frost Moon over Europe predicts the first major snowstorm of winter over the continent. The “Frost Moon” is the November full moon that appears for about two or three days. It’s also known as Beaver Moon or Mourning Moon, named by Native American groups who use moon cycles to track seasons….

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Stunning lion shows off incredible mane at sanctuary

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There have been some pretty famous lions, both real and fictional, over the years. A new lion named Moyo has joined their ranks, albeit for a different: His fabulous hair. Moya’s lion mane might just go down as the most beautiful in history. (1) The Most Luscious Lion Mane the World Has Ever Seen Mayo…

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Diver gets the fright of his life after spotting giant crocodile swimming next to him in Australia

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A diver in Australia caught on camera one of the most frightening yet incredible experiences of his life: Swimming in the ocean with a giant crocodile. Man Swims With Giant Crocodile On October 26th, Chris Burnham went on a routine free dive with some other diver friends off the coast of Arnhem Land in the…

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UN Official warns of “famines of biblical proportions” in 2021

Pierre Van ZylFact Checked, Learn, News + Discoveries, Planet

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2020 has been a difficult year for a lot of us. Sadly, for many people around the world, next year isn’t looking much better. According to the Head of the United Nations World Food Program (WFP), famines in 2021 are going to reach an unprecedented level. Without adequate funds, millions of people will face starvation….

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A mysterious object will come so close to Earth, but scientists don’t know what it is

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A mysterious object is about to pass by earth, and scientists still don’t know what it is. The object, which astronomers are calling “2020 SO”, will be cruising past our planet at a very close (but still safe) distance. Astronomers are hoping that when it does, they’ll be able to get a better look at…

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‘It’s working!’ Video shows animals using wildlife bridge to safely cross interstate

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A lot of money goes into wildlife protection and conservation. It’s incredible when that investment pays off. A video of a wildlife bridge in Utah shows that our efforts to make the world safer for animals hasn’t gone unnoticed. (1) Video Shows Wildlife Bridge in Utah Working In December 2018, Utah built its first wildlife…

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Two new mammals discovered in Australia

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The country known for its biodiversity just became even more so. Two new mammals were discovered in Australia – and now, the race is on to protect them. (1) Two New Mammals Discovered in Australia A fluffy, possum-sized, long-tailed marsupial called the Great Glider lives in the forests of Eastern Australia. Named for the way…

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You Can Go “Creeking” For Colorful Crystals In For Only $12

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Creeking may not sound glamorous, but if you do it successfully, you can walk away with some unique treasures.  The Emerald Hollow Mine is the only mine in the world that is open to the public for prospecting. People from across the country travel to the site to sift through the sand in hopes of…

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STEVE may be even less like typical auroras than scientists thought

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Most of us have heard of the Aurora Borealis, otherwise known as the Northern Lights. Every year people travel to remote northern locations in the Yukon, Alaska, Greenland and Iceland to see this magnificent display of lights. There is, however, another atmospheric light show that you may be less familiar with: STEVE. Short for Strong…

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Florida man wrestles his puppy from jaws of alligator: VIDEO

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Few places in the world do dog owners have to worry about their precious pet getting eaten by an alligator, but in Florida, you do. Check out this incredible footage caught by wildlife cameras of a man saving his puppy from the jaws of an alligator. Re…

Discover the Upside-Down Lakes and Waterfalls at the Bottom of the Ocean

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The deepest part of our oceans is not just some of the least-explored places on our planet, but in our entire solar system. Thanks to hard-working scientists and modern technology we are beginning to be able to explore these places further. Just a coup…

A Secret Forest Grew for Millennia in North America Without Anyone Noticing

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There is a secret forest in Southern Ontario, Canada, that has been hiding in plain sight. Growing on the cliffs of the Niagara escarpment, the trees’ precarious positioning has left them completely untouched by humans, despite being mere minutes away from bustling urban areas. One ecologist found the ancient forest accidentally, and was so shocked…

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Smart vultures never, ever cross the Spain-Portugal border. Why?

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As humans, we care very much about the imaginary borders we’ve created between countries. Animals, of course, do not. Their movement patterns and ways of life are not dictated by international politics, but rather instincts, weather, and food availabil…