Lady Freethinker Raises Awareness on South Korean Dog Auction House and Traditions

Medicine & Technology Oct 16, 2020

Animal welfare campaigners have been fighting for dogs' rights that are sold as meat or for traditional medical uses, prominently in Asia. US-based charity Lady Freethinker recently conducted an underground investigation on South Korea's largest dog meat auction house.

Experts Find Way to Stop Online Disinformation Campaign

Oct 16, 2020

A new study by RAND Corporation has found a way to mitigate online disinformation, especially as the US Presidential election comes closer.

Countries Use Mini-Lockdowns Called Circuit Breakers to Reduce Coronavirus Cases

Oct 16, 2020

Countries such as Israel, New Zealand, and Singapore have implemented mini-lockdowns in short cycles called circuit breakers. The short period of strict lockdown measures is designed to reduce the number of cases while the government plans new safety measures.

Tackling the Animal Problem in Cuba: Government To Pass First Animal Protection Law

Oct 15, 2020

Animal lovers in Cuba are optimistic about the upcoming law as the Cuban government is set to pass its first animal protection law next month.

The Great Barrier Reef Has Declined By Half, New Study Shows

Oct 14, 2020

The latest survey at the Great Barrier Reef has shown that its populations - across small, medium, and large coral species - have generally declined over the last thirty years.

NASA Announces The "Artemis Accords" Among the First Eight Nations

Oct 14, 2020

The National Aeronautics and Space Administration has announced the first signatories of the Artemis Accords - a set of principles that will guide future space activities between nations looking to explore the Moon and beyond.

Florida Hunters Catch a Record-Breaking 18-foot Python

Oct 11, 2020

Two hunters from Florida broke existing records as they captured a Burmese python measuring 18 feet, 8.8 inches (5.71 meters), according to state authorities.

Environmentalists Go After US Wildlife Services for the Killing of More Than 1.2 Million Animals

Oct 11, 2020

The US Wildlife Services might be facing lawsuits from environmental groups after its report showed killing more than 1.2 million native animals in the United States.

What is Greenwashing?

Oct 08, 2020

The plastic waste problem has been a global issue that harms the environment and contributes to climate change. Several experts share that companies burning plastic fuel to its original fossil form are a new type of greenwashing

Peter Beck, Rocket Lab CEO, Warns of Growing Congestion in Space

Oct 08, 2020

Peter Beck, founder, and CEO of aerospace manufacturer Rocket Lab said that their company is starting to feel the effect of increasing congestion in outer space.

Can Herd Immunity Put an End to Coronavirus?

Oct 08, 2020

Thousands of experts and citizens around the world have signed the Great Barrington Declaration to go against lockdown measures. However, other experts believe that herd immunity is not the best answer in beating the pandemic as millions are affected and have already lost their lives to the virus.

US Pentagon Is Soliciting Ideas for Stealth Rocket Fuel Until Late October

Oct 07, 2020

The US Department of Defense is asking for ideas for a solid propellant that would greatly reduce exhaust infrared signatures. In other words, stealth rocket fuel.

A 12-Year-Old-Girl Dies From Untreated Head Lice Infection

Oct 07, 2020

Kaitlyn Yozviak, a 12-year-old girl from Wilkinson County, Georgia, died from untreated head lice infestation, reports say.

Exxon Mobil Supposedly Plans to Increase Carbon Emissions In Leaked Documents, Responds to Allegations

Oct 06, 2020

Exxon Mobil Corporation is planning to increase its annual carbon dioxide (CO2) emissions by as much as the annual output of Greece, according to leaked documents, with the company responding in an official statement.

Researchers Decide to "Rehome" Laboratory Beagles Instead of Euthanasia

Oct 06, 2020

Finland conducts its first laboratory dog rehoming program. Laboratory beagles underwent socialization training, while new homes were assessed for suitability as an alternative to euthanasia.