ENVIRONMENT & CLIMATE

Arctic Winter Ice Reaches All Time Low

While much of the northeastern and central United States froze to death this snowy winter, the cold chill didn't extend to the north as scientists have discovered that the winter ice levels are at record lows.

Tropical Cyclone Pam Devastates Vanuatu in the South Pacific

In the midst of unimaginable destruction, meteorologists say that a cyclone, designated “Cyclone Pam”, will continue to devastate islands in the South Pacific even after the storm brought torrential rains and fierce winds hour after hour since the start of the weekend.

Scientists Designate 1610 As the Beginning of a New Human Epoch

When did humans rise to become the dominant species on the planet? It might not be as long ago as you might think. Scientists now believe that humans didn't truly rise to become the dominant species on the planet with the ability to drastically impact the planet until 1610.

Fluctuations in the Orbit of the Earth Can Impact Global Warming

A new study from Denmark has found that fluctuations in the orbit of the Earth has been causing periods of dramatic, short-term global warming for at least 1.4 billion years. These fluctuations, known as Milankovitch cycles, are even responsible for some long-term global warming of today’s climate.

Telescope Construction Delayed Due To Blizzard Warning in Hawaii

A new telescope is about to be built that would help scientists to be able to see somewhere around 13 billion light years away into the universe and probably in its early years. But the construction of that telescope has been delayed due to snowfall.

Pig Becomes Smartest Student in Her Dog Obedience Class

Amy, the 6 months old, is the smartest student in her dog obedience class. Amy, the 6 months old, is the smartest student in her dog obedience class. By only a limited times of instructions, she learns anything novel.

Catalina Fox Populations—From the Brink of Extinction to Potentially Off the List

Though the Catalina fox species may be the smallest species of fox in the world, it appears that size may not have anything to do with their survival. And while the animal may have been endangered decades ago, locals and visitors to the island of Santa Catalina are realized that their abundant numbers may be a sign of drastic change.

Shark Chokes on Moose, Rescued by Two Men

A green land shark is generally not known for eating moose at all, because it spends most of its time in the oceans and the moose on the land.

What are ‘Iridophores’ and How Are They Keeping Chameleons Camouflaged?

In a new study published this week in journal Nature Communications, researchers with the University of Geneva in Switzerland revealed that crystals beneath the skin of chameleons are responsible for the species’ amazing ability to adapt its pigmentation to its surroundings. But many are left wondering—what exactly are “Iridophores” and how can chameleons use them to camouflage?

Climate Change Degrading Ancient Mummies

About 7 thousands years ago and predating the Egyptians by several thousands of years lived a tribe of people off the coast of Chile and southern Peru lived a tribe of people known today as "the Chinchorro". Like the ancient Egyptians, the Chinchorro used to mummify its dead, creating the oldest known mummies on Earth. But today, these mummies are now threatened by climate change.

The Secret To a Chameleon’s Color Change—It’s Crystals

Ever wonder exactly how chameleons are able to change their spots and camouflage themselves under the bright forest canopy? Well you’re not likely to guess the intriguing method involved. It turns out that while the chameleons are docile and soft, for the most part, this interesting species has a lot more in common with diamonds than anyone ever thought.
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