The Mid-Atlantic Ridge and the area around it are filled with fascinating discoveries. But none can quite compete with the landscape of carbonate towers, walls, and columns near the tip of an underwater mountain. No, it isn’t Atlantis. It’s the ‘Lost City’ Hydrothermal Field, and scientists have found nothing else like it on Earth. The...
By the year 2020, you might assume that we have already discovered every animal that exists in our world. You may be surprised to know that scientists are constantly finding and learning about new animal species- in 2019 scientists discovered 71 new species, and in 2018 scientists described 229 new species of plants and animals...
Ever witnessed snails sharing a searing kiss before? You’d be surprised at how romantic the scene actually looks, especially when they are stretching towards each other on cherry stalks in the middle of a tranquil river. Macro photography gives reality whole new dimension. This area of photography has become so popular over the years that...
Cats are one of the world’s most popular pets. Globally, it’s estimated that there are between 220 and 600 million cats. [1] It’s hard to get a count, given that many cats, possibly as many as 158 million, are strays or feral. Many cats are fortunate enough to have good homes, but sadly, that isn’t...
Over the last five decades, the global demand for food has nearly tripled [1]. This is partly due to the rapid population growth the world has seen during that time, going from three billion people to over seven billion (and rising), as well as rising living standards and increased per-capita demand for food [2,7]. Experts...
The climate is changing rapidly and globally we are scrambling to respond. In the last decade, the human race has been forced to look at ourselves critically and realize that the way we live and our daily habits are having a devastating impact on the health of our own planet. Thankfully, it is not too...
As the 2024 Atlantic hurricane season progresses, meteorologists are closely monitoring a developing storm system named Nadine. Currently referred to as ‘Invest AL94,’ the storm is showing early signs of intensifying and has the potential to develop into a tropical storm, and possibly even a hurricane. While it remains in its early stages, experts are...
Skyquakes, the sudden, loud booming sounds seemingly emanating from the sky, have been perplexing scientists and the general public for centuries. With no clear source or explanation, these mysterious noises have been reported across the globe, including notable occurrences in the United States. Despite extensive scientific research, the true cause of skyquakes remains elusive, leaving...
The Grand Canyon is one of the seven natural wonders of the world. Every year, it attracts millions of tourists to raft, hike, and above all, enjoy the spellbinding views. It also attracts many researchers eager to uncover its rich history and geology. In fact, the Grand Canyon National Park has recorded over 4,3000 archeological...
The Sahara Desert, one of the hottest and driest places on Earth, is experiencing an unexpected transformation. Recent heavy rainfall has brought a burst of greenery to this typically barren region. Here’s how this remarkable event is unfolding and what it might mean for the future of the desert. A Rare Event: Heavy Rains in...
NASA’s Curiosity rover has been exploring Mars since 2012, and in that time, it has made some groundbreaking discoveries that have reshaped our understanding of the Red Planet. From ancient streambeds to mind-blowing geological finds, Curiosity continues to surprise scientists as it roams the Martian surface. In this slideshow, we’ll take a look at some...
Brazil has long been a leader in the global biofuel market, and today, more than 90% of the cars sold in the country run on a fuel made from sugarcane. Ethanol, produced from this versatile crop, has become a cornerstone of Brazil’s energy landscape. In this slideshow, we’ll explore the history, production process, and environmental...
