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Time Out London
2 days ago
London

First look: inside London Zoo's brand-new reptile house

The 'Secret Life of Reptiles and Amphibians' exhibition at London Zoo opens on March 29, featuring 33 different species, including rare and endangered animals like giant salamanders and mountain chicken frogs.
The new enclosure is meticulously designed to meet the specific needs of each individual species, with 11 climate-controlled zones, 50 aquatic systems, and carefully planted habitats.
www.standard.co.uk
3 days ago
OMG science

London Zoo welcomes one of the world's largest frogs, giant salamanders and big-headed turtles

Critical endangered mountain frogs and other unique reptiles and amphibians are highlighted in London Zoo's new exhibit.
Conservation efforts for rare and unusual species are supported through captive breeding programs at the zoo.
www.dw.com
3 weeks ago
OMG science

Biodiversity: Can extinctions be stopped? DW 03/05/2024

Humans are driving the sixth mass extinction with an extinction rate pushed to around 27,000 annually.
Conservation measures, including breeding programs, environmental laws, and reserves, have helped reverse declines in some species, but are insufficient to compensate for rapid global extinction rates.
Los Angeles Times
1 month ago
Environment

Opinion: Is the restoration of California's cutest keystone species worth it?

Sea otters play a crucial role in maintaining marine ecosystems, despite being perceived as a threat by some individuals.
Debates and studies are ongoing regarding the potential reintroduction of sea otters to their historic range to address population challenges and ecological impacts.
www.theguardian.com
2 months ago
OMG science

Rewinding human mistakes': can IVF save the world's most threatened species?

Scientists have performed the first successful embryo transfer in a related white rhino species, bringing the world closer to saving the critically endangered northern white rhino.
Assisted reproductive technologies (ART) could be a game-changer for conservation efforts and help mitigate the effects of climate change and habitat loss.
The technology is viewed as a last-ditch effort to preserve cornerstone species and genetic diversity in various endangered species before they reach a terminal decline.
english.elpais.com
2 months ago
OMG science

Anthropologist Paul Barnes: The conservation of species depends almost exclusively on philanthropy and goodwill'

The EDGE of Existence program focuses on conservation of lesser-known and unique species that are endangered and irreplaceable.
The program supports local conservationists through funding and resources to protect these forgotten species.
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Science
www.scientificamerican.com
1 week ago
Science

Can Forests Protect Themselves?

Ancient cedar and other old-growth trees like Western larch can be found in the Yaak region of Montana.
Unit 72, a 192-acre old-growth forest, offers a glimpse of the original arboreal landscape before logging and wildfires.
Kqed
1 month ago
Science

Wildfires Are Killing California's Ancient Giants. Can Seedlings Save The Species? | KQED

The National Park Service is replanting sequoia seedlings due to low numbers after fires.
Debate arises on intervention in wilderness areas, questioning the need for human interference in natural regeneration processes.
www.npr.org
1 month ago
Science

California sea otters nearly went extinct. Now they're rescuing their coastal habitat

Sea otters have played a key role in restoring the coastal marsh habitat in California.
The conservation of top predators can enhance the health and resilience of ecosystems under stress.
www.scientificamerican.com
3 months ago
Science

Turns Out Undersea Kelp Forests Are Crucial to Salmon

Kelp forests are important underwater ecosystems that are threatened by climate change.
The disappearance of kelp forests can be attributed to changes in ocean temperature and the increase in sea urchin populations.
www.scientificamerican.com
3 months ago
Science

Cats Kill a Staggering Number of Species across the World

Domestic cats are highly efficient predators and have caused significant ecological damage to native species around the world.
A recent study found that domestic cats have preyed upon over 2,000 different species, with nearly 350 of them being of conservation concern.
theconversation.com
3 months ago
Science

Golden Mole That Swims through Sand Rediscovered after 86 Years

The De Winton's golden mole was last seen in 1937 and was declared officially lost.
A team of conservationists and geneticists found the mole in November 2023 using environmental DNA tracking through sand dunes.
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Nature
1 week ago
Business intelligence

'Global swimways' on free-flowing rivers will protect key migratory fish species

Migratory fish populations declined by 90% since 1970
Decline affects Indigenous cultures, food security, and biodiversity.
Matador Network
2 weeks ago
Design

10 Tourist Attractions Around the World Created by Groundbreaking Women

Marjory Stoneman Douglas and Everglades preservation
Emily Warren Roebling and the Brooklyn Bridge
Washington Post
2 weeks ago
France politics

France's love of frog legs is contributing to species decline, experts warn

Frog legs consumption in France needs regulation
Global frog legs trade lacks tracking and may harm species
OMG science
www.nytimes.com
3 weeks ago
OMG science

Scientists Create Elephant Stem Cells in the Lab

Genetically engineered elephant stem cells created by Colossal hold potential for various applications like protecting living elephants and studying cancer resistance.
Mail Online
1 month ago
OMG science

Inside the ambitious plan to 'de-extinct the Dodo'

Scientists are using stem cell technology and genome editing to 'de-extinct' the dodo, with plans to reintroduce it to Mauritius.
Colossal Biosciences aims to resurrect other extinct species like the woolly mammoth and Tasmanian tiger, partnering with conservation organizations for ecosystem restoration.
www.dw.com
1 month ago
OMG science

Why are great animal migrations collapsing? DW 02/12/2024

Animal migrations are remarkable feats of nature, with species traveling thousands of kilometers to find food, avoid cold winters, and reach breeding grounds.
Migratory animals face increasing threats, including habitat destruction, climate change, and illegal hunting, highlighting the need for conservation efforts.
The Atlantic
1 month ago
OMG science

The Threat of Invasive Species Has Been Wildly Overgeneralized

Large herbivores, whether they are native or introduced, have the same impact on plant diversity.
The study challenges the popular notion that invasive species are always detrimental to ecosystems.
time.com
9 months ago
OMG science

How Wildfire Smoke Affects Wildlifeand Your Pets

1. Wildfires can have devastating impacts on both plants and animals, both directly and indirectly.
2. Although wildfires can clear out overgrown or dead vegetation, they can also create hazardous air quality and damage fragile habitats.
3. Conservation efforts to protect affected species from wildfire smoke can include reforestation, prescribed burning, and protecting wildlife corridors.
www.theguardian.com
10 months ago
OMG science

Are New Zealand's marine heatwaves a warning to the world?

In the shallows of Aramoana, fish roiled the surface of the bay, flickering through the water, reflecting the winter sunlight.Some floated belly up, stunned and dying.Others spun in tight circles.In shallow pools created by the eddying tide, they lay piled on their sides.Occasionally a fish would raise a single fin, worrying the water's edge.
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London
www.standard.co.uk
3 weeks ago
London

Porpoise spotted in River Thames at Twickenham in west London

Porpoise spotted in River Thames at Twickenham, 50km inland.
Dolphins and porpoises have previously been seen in the Thames, seeking food and traveling inland.
BBC News
1 month ago
London

Bumblebee spotters asked to help Royal Parks

Queen bumblebees are emerging earlier due to increasing temperatures, posing risks.
Royal Parks charity seeks public help to monitor bumblebee activity and combat risks.
London On The Inside
1 month ago
London

Become a Penguin Keeper at London Zoo

London Zoo is offering a Penguin Keeper experience where visitors can help look after the colony of Humboldt penguins.
Participants will have the opportunity to clean the beach, conduct health checks, prepare food, and learn about conservation.
Time Out London
2 months ago
London

Four London parks are about to get massive makeovers

London's green spaces are receiving funding from the National Lottery for conservation and improvement projects.
The projects include the restoration of Highgate Cemetery, Broomfield Park's historic house and gardens, the London Blue Chain for wildlife restoration, and the Roding Rises project for river restoration.
www.hamhigh.co.uk
2 months ago
London

The great London walks and green spaces to be opened up thanks to new Lottery grant

Major London schemes include conserving heritage at Highgate Cemetery and improving public access to the Roding River.
Funding is also allocated to greenspaces across the UK, such as restoring Brighton's Royal Pavilion garden.
London On The Inside
3 months ago
London

Bear Grylls Is Hosting an Event in London in Support of African Conservation

Bear Grylls will be in conversation with Charlie Mayhew, CEO of African conservation charity Tusk, to raise money for their work in protecting native species.
The event will feature stories from Grylls' adventures, including climbing Everest and his TV show Running Wild.
moreLondon
www.theguardian.com
4 weeks ago
Environment

Aerial surveys of Great Barrier Reef ordered after flights confirm mass coral bleaching

Extensive coral bleaching reported on the Great Barrier Reef stretching over 1,100 kilometers
Conservationists concerned about a possible seventh mass bleaching event unfolding on the reef.
Axios
1 month ago
Environment

Sea otters' insatiable appetites help limit coastal erosion by up to 90%, study finds

Sea otters have helped save a California marshland from erosion by consuming plant-eating marsh crabs.
The return of sea otters to their former habitat has slowed erosion by up to 80 to 90% at sites with large otter populations.
ABC7 San Francisco
3 months ago
Environment

World's freshwater fish at risk of extinction, experts say. Here's how it could affect you

25% of the world's freshwater fish population is in danger of extinction
California fish are even more vulnerable to extinction than the global average
www.theguardian.com
3 months ago
Environment

Quarter of world's freshwater fish at risk of extinction, according to assessment

Nearly a quarter of the world's freshwater fish are at risk of extinction due to global heating, overfishing, and pollution.
Nearly a fifth of all threatened freshwater species are affected by climate change.
Hcn
3 months ago
Environment

Does voluntary conservation work?

Snow from the Beaverhead Mountains feeds the Big Hole River in Montana.
Voluntary efforts to keep more water in the river for the Arctic grayling are working.
www.theguardian.com
3 months ago
Environment

A biodiversity catastrophe': how the world could look in 2050 unless we act now

Continued destruction of nature can result in major shocks to food supplies and safe water.
Inaction on biodiversity loss may lead to extinctions, invasive species, plastic pollution, and disappearing forests.
Conservation efforts are facing opposition due to culture wars in many countries.
New York Post
1 month ago
NYC real estate

Here's what NYC building owners can do to prevent fatal bird collisions after the death of Flaco

Bird collisions with buildings are a leading cause of bird death in New York City, with a quarter of a million birds killed annually.
New Yorkers are urged to take easy steps to make city real estate more bird-friendly to prevent such collisions.
New York Post
1 month ago
NYC real estate

Florida hunting oasis spanning nearly 4,000 acres lists for $14.89M

3,870-acre property for sale in Florida
Diverse natural habitats and structures on site
www.nytimes.com
1 month ago
New York City

Flaco's Death Calls Attention to Bird Strikes and How to Prevent Them

Flaco's death raises awareness about bird strikes
Bird strikes are a major cause of bird fatalities in the U.S.
www.nytimes.com
9 months ago
New York City

Best for Bird-Watching and Good for Rats, Too: No Place Like New York

Good morning.It's Thursday.We'll revisit what surveys say about New York and how they shape perceptions of the city.We'll also see why the spotted lanternfly is not your friend.Image Credit...Amanda Perobelli/Reuters We know these things well, everything above except the song lyric because of surveys.
www.theguardian.com
1 month ago
Black Lives Matter

Saving Kenya's black rhinos in pictures

Kenya's conservation efforts have led to the expansion of black rhino habitats and growing population.
The resurgence of Kenya's black rhinos has made the country the third-biggest black rhino population in the world.
Ars Technica
1 month ago
OMG science

Half of migratory species face extinction due to human activities

Humans are driving migratory animals towards extinction.
Nearly half of the listed migratory species are experiencing population decline.
BBC News
2 months ago
OMG science

Mysterious plants and fungi named new to science

Scientists at the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew, discovered 74 new plants and 15 fungi last year.
Many of the new species were found in unlikely places, highlighting the importance of protecting biodiversity.
www.theguardian.com
2 months ago
OMG science

Tree that lives underground among newly named plant species

New plant species include trees and a palm that live underground
Scientists are in a race against time to discover and name new species before they go extinct
www.theguardian.com
3 months ago
OMG science

A biodiversity catastrophe': how the world could look in 2050 unless we act now

Continued destruction of nature can result in major shocks to food supplies and safe water.
Inaction on biodiversity loss may lead to extinctions, invasive species, plastic pollution, and disappearing forests.
Conservation efforts are facing opposition due to culture wars in many countries.
www.theguardian.com
3 months ago
OMG science

A biodiversity catastrophe': how the world could look in 2050 unless we act now

Continued destruction of nature can result in major shocks to food supplies and safe water.
Inaction on biodiversity loss may lead to extinctions, invasive species, plastic pollution, and disappearing forests.
Conservation efforts are facing opposition due to culture wars in many countries.
The Art Newspaper - International art news and events
1 month ago
Books

Trinity College Dublin turns a page on Old Library conservation

The books in Trinity College Dublin's Old Library are being removed and stored for secure storage while the library undergoes conservation work.
The Book of Kells, a famous Celtic Christian manuscript, will remain in the building until the end of the year before conservation work begins.
Washingtonian - The website that Washington lives by.
2 months ago
Design

The Smithsonian's Orchid Exhibition Returns This Weekend - Washingtonian

The 28th annual orchid exhibition titled 'The Future of Orchids: Conservation and Collaboration' opens this weekend at the Smithsonian American Art Museum and National Portrait Gallery.
The exhibition focuses on the challenges facing wild orchids and highlights the work of conservationists to protect their future.
www.independent.co.uk
3 months ago
UK news

Hopes for future of iconic Sycamore Gap Tree renewed

Scientists have confirmed that cuttings and salvaged seeds from the Sycamore Gap Tree are showing signs of new growth, renewing hopes for its future.
The National Trust and Northumberland National Park Authority collected material from the remains of the tree and are hopeful that more than 30% of the mature seeds and half of the cuttings will be viable.
www.theguardian.com
10 months ago
UK politics

Imports of ivory from hippos, orcas and walruses to be banned in UK

Ivory imports from hippopotamuses, orcas and walruses will be banned under new legislation to protect the endangered species from poaching.The Ivory Act, passed in 2018, targeted materials from elephants, but a loophole meant that animals other than elephants, including hippos, were being targeted for their ivory.
www.thelocal.de
10 months ago
Germany news

5 ways living in Germany changes you as a person

You gain a thicker skin It would be unfair to say that Germans are rude.But Germans do tend to have a more direct communication style than say, people from the UK or from the US, which can sometimes come across as blunt or abrupt to non-natives.This directness can also extend to certain behavioural traits, such as not smiling as frequently as people in other cultures or engaging in small talk.
Redfin | Real Estate Tips for Home Buying, Selling & More
10 months ago
Real estate

How to Save Money on Utilities: A Categorized Guide for Owners and Renters

Utility bills are a necessary expense for every household, but they can add up quickly and put a strain on your budget.Whether you own or rent your home, it's important to find ways to save money on utilities without sacrificing significant comfort or convenience.This Redfin guide is designed to help you categorize your utility expenses and identify areas where you can reduce your costs.
The Sacramento Bee
10 months ago
California

This ridge is considered a California 'jewel.' Here's how tribes are trying to protect it

At first glance, the undulating brown wrinkles of Molok Luyuk make it seem like a banal California mountain ridge.Most visitors ride ATVs up and down hillsides and litter them with shell casings from makeshift shooting ranges.Ryan Henson was one of those visitors as a kid, dumping an old refrigerator and spending an afternoon shooting at it with family.
San Jose Spotlight
2 months ago
Silicon Valley real estate

Santa Clara County to buy hundreds of acres for conservation - San Jose Spotlight

The Santa Clara County Board of Supervisors has voted to acquire a 1,500-acre portion of the Richmond Ranch for a massive park.
The land was purchased by the nonprofit Conservation Fund and will be held until local public agencies secure financing to purchase it.
The Richmond Ranch is one of the last unprotected ranches in Coyote Valley, which has been the subject of battles between development and conservation for years.
www.fastcompany.com
3 months ago
Digital life

Why scientists say we need more biodiversity in our emojis

Conservation biologists are calling for the expansion of emojis to better represent the biodiversity on our planet.
The current list of emojis is limited and skewed towards certain species, overlooking lesser-known organisms.
Acm
4 months ago
Digital life

Scientists Turn Invasive Carp into Traitors

Agencies are using 'traitor' carp to locate invasive carp in the Great Lakes.
Carp are captured, implanted with transmitters, and released back into the water.
Floating receivers send real-time notifications when tagged carp swim past.
Acm
10 months ago
Digital life

AI Might Enable Us to Talk to Animals Soon. Here's How

Imagine listening to chirping birds and being able to pull out your phone and decipher what they're saying to each other.Then picture yourself going on a safari in Africa and following a conversation between a pair of elephants.Think that sounds farfetched?Think again: It's actually part of the tech-enabled future the Earth Species Project (ESP) wants to build.
Los Angeles Times
3 months ago
California

Their stolen land in Orange County was given back. Now they're ready to heal

Indigenous Californians have regained ownership of ancestral land in Orange County for conservation and cultural use.
The transfer of 6.2 acres to the Acjachemen and Tongva tribes is a significant achievement for the LandBack movement in Southern California.
The Sacramento Bee
3 months ago
California

Last chance to see spawning Chinook salmon in Sacramento. What to look for at Nimbus hatchery

The final salmon egg taking of the season will be available for the public to view at the Nimbus Fish Hatchery.
Egg-taking is done to aid in the conservation of the species.
Los Angeles Times
10 months ago
California

Weed war: Raids on licensed farms and dog shooting spark outrage

Video of a police raid on a Northern California cannabis farm earlier this month has set off outrage, in part because the 36-second clip shows an officer fatally shooting a grower's dog.That the target of the armed strike held a state cannabis license was equally upsetting for many growers in the region.
The Drum
3 months ago
Online marketing

National Geographic on how content is saving the Okavango Delta

National Geographic and De Beers have partnered to protect the source waters of the Okavango Delta, aiming to preserve wildlife and provide livelihood opportunities.
The partnership aims to safeguard water and food security for over one million people and create sustainable livelihoods for 10,000 people.
www.theguardian.com
4 months ago
Environment

Sea urchin in Sicily at risk of extinction due to popularity as culinary delicacy

Sea urchins in Sicily are facing extinction due to overfishing.
A three-year ban on sea urchin fishing has been proposed to save the species.
www.standard.co.uk
4 months ago
London

Britain's loudest bird with 'booming foghorn' call makes comeback in London

London's Wetland Centre has seen an increase in the population of bitterns, a secretive bird known for its booming call.
The bitterns' population has grown from 30 breeding pairs to over 200, thanks to the undisturbed reedbeds provided by the Wetland Centre.
Bitterns were pushed to the brink of extinction in Victorian times due to the draining of their reedbed homes for reservoirs.
www.theguardian.com
4 months ago
Environment

More than half of UK and Ireland seabirds in decline, census finds

More than half of seabird species breeding on British and Irish coasts have declined over the past 20 years.
Climate change, loss of nesting habitat, and depleted fish populations are among the reasons for the decline in seabird populations.
Conservation efforts have helped some seabird species increase in numbers.
The New Yorker
7 months ago
Humor

The Problem of Nature Writing

The Bible is a foundational text in Western literature, and aspiring writers should not ignore it if they want a well-rounded understanding of literary traditions and cultural references.
The Psalms, while repetitive in nature, offer insights into the nuances of devotion and the joy that believers find in God. However, it can be challenging for non-believers to fully appreciate the Psalms without a personal connection to the subject matter.
Personal interests and preferences can affect one's ability to connect with certain genres of literature. Just as the author struggled to appreciate the Psalms due to their religious nature, they found it easier to connect with writings about birds, which sparked joy and a sense of wonder. It's important for readers to recognize and explore genres that resonate with their personal interests.
www.theguardian.com
9 months ago
Atlanta

Activists push for referendum to put Cop City' on ballot in Atlanta

A broad coalition of groups in Atlanta has launched a referendum to give voters a chance to say whether they want the controversial police and fire department training center known as Cop City built in a forest southeast of the city.The effort requires organizers to collect about 70,000 signatures from Atlanta registered voters in 60 days.
www.nytimes.com
9 months ago
US news

What Are the Dirtiest Beaches in California?

Image Santa Monica Beach.Credit...Beth Coller for The New York Times Slather up with sunscreen.Grab some flip-flops, towels and maybe a book.And make sure to check your beach's water quality.Heal the Bay, a nonprofit group based in Santa Monica, released its 33rd annual Beach Report Card yesterday, with information about how safe California's beaches are for swimming.
www.theguardian.com
9 months ago
Spain news

Reintroduction of endangered vulture in Spain paused over planned windfarm

Conservationists in Spain are calling for a profound debate on how best to balance the protection of wildlife with renewable energy demands after efforts to reintroduce endangered bearded vultures to an eastern area of the country had to be paused because of the threat posed by a huge new windfarm.The bearded vulture known in Spanish as the quebrantahuesos, or bone-breaker, because of the way it drops bones from a great height so they shatter and yield their marrow was common across the country until the 20th century, when it was poisoned and hunted to the brink of extinction.
www.independent.co.uk
9 months ago
UK news

Game changing' research reveals full genome sequences of hundreds of primates

The genetic diversity and evolutionary history of primates the group that includes monkeys, apes, lemurs and humans has been revealed in full for the first time.The new findings could be a game changer in helping researchers gain a better understanding of genetic diseases, human health, how we evolved, and even the mutations that make us uniquely human.
Washington Post
10 months ago
Science

Why orcas keep sinking boats

Orca in the Straights of Gibraltar.(Round-The-World/Shutterstock / round-the-world)Comment Gift Article In the early morning Thursday, killer whales smashed into a sailboat off the southern coast of Spain, puncturing its haul and snapping its rudder.Spanish authorities raced to save the sinking vessel, according to Reuters, but it was in such disrepair it had to be towed ashore.
www.theguardian.com
10 months ago
Spain news

Police in Spain and France break up international eel smuggling gang

Police in Spain and France have arrested 27 people and seized 1.5 tonnes of live baby eels, as well as goods worth more than 2m (1.7m), after breaking up a gang dedicated to breeding the critically endangered fishes and smuggling them to China.Officers also recovered tonnes of frozen baby eels, called elvers, which are prized as a delicacy in Spain and parts of Asia, that had not been subject to any food safety checks and were not suitable for human consumption.
Washington Post
9 months ago
Science

Bees get the glory, but moths are also key pollinators, study says

A hummingbird hawk-moth feeds on a flower's nectar.Scientists say moths play a larger role in pollination than once thought.(iStock)Modern gardeners often plant bee-friendly flowers in a bid to attract the pollinators and ensure their long-term survival.But recent research on moths' role in plant pollination suggests the less-heralded insects are just as important as bees - and hints it might be time to give them the respect they deserve.
www.nytimes.com
9 months ago
US news

A Puzzle in Arizona's Boom Towns: How to Keep Growing With Less Water

As the mayor of an old farming town bursting with new homes, factories and warehouses, Eric Orsborn spends his days thinking about water.The lifeblood for this growth is billions of gallons of water pumped from the ground, and his city, Buckeye, Ariz., is thirsty for more as builders push deeper into the desert fringes of Phoenix.
www.cnn.com
1 year ago
US news

After escaping twice from his Missouri enclosure, a bear is heading to a Texas zoo with a moat

After escaping twice from the St. Louis Zoo, a Houdini-like Andean bear named Ben will be moving to a Texas zoo, where staff hope a moat will keep him safely enclosed.Ben made headlines breaking out of his enclosure twice in February.First, he damaged the steel mesh in his outdoor habitat until a cable gave way, allowing him to work his way out.
Washington Post
9 months ago
DC food

Everything to know about the 5 biggest events of D.C.'s Pride weekend

A motorcycle club takes part in the 2022 Capital Pride Parade.(Maansi Srivastava/The Washington Post)Comment Gift Article The law of conservation of energy holds that energy can be neither created nor destroyed, only converted from one form to another.In D.C. this weekend, energy that has been spent fighting anti-LGBTQ+ legislation and worrying about the damaging regression of social progress will be transformed by the community into something lighter, but no less powerful.
Washington Post
11 months ago
DC food

Celebrate the Freer's centennial with free concerts, films and events

The Freer Gallery of Art, part of the Smithsonian's National Museum of Asian Art, celebrates its 100th birthday in 2023.(Katherine Frey/The Washington Post)Comment Gift Article The Smithsonian's National Museum of Asian Art has multiple reasons to celebrate over the next few weeks.First, there's the 100th anniversary of the opening of the Freer Gallery of Art - which, with the adjoining Arthur M. Sackler Gallery, displays the Smithsonian's collections of Asian art.
The New Yorker
9 months ago
Business

The Cat Lockdown That Divided a German Town

Regine Tredwell decided to become a cat owner in 2009, shortly after she divorced the father of her two young daughters."I wanted the kids to grow up with pets, to learn how to treat animals right," she told me.A dog seemed like too much responsibility, so she took the girls to visit a neighbor whose family cat had given birth to a calico kitten with white boots and a pink nose.
Redfin | Real Estate Tips for Home Buying, Selling & More
9 months ago
Real estate

8 Beautiful Places to Visit in Reno, NV, That Locals Rave About

Nestled amidst the picturesque Sierra Nevada Mountains, Reno, Nevada, is a city brimming with natural beauty, vibrant culture, and captivating attractions.From stunning landscapes to cultural landmarks, Reno offers a plethora of sights to explore.So whether you're a recent transplant renting an apartment in Reno or you're looking on Redfin for homes for sale in the area , there are many beautiful places to see.
www.nature.com
9 months ago
Science

India Cuts Periodic Table and Evolution from School Textbooks

In India, children under 16 returning to school this month at the start of the school year will no longer be taught about evolution, the periodic table of elements or sources of energy.The news that evolution would be cut from the curriculum for students aged 1516 was widely reported last month, when thousands of people signed a petition in protest.
Food & Beverage Magazine
10 months ago
Food & drink

Krill Arctic Foods Makes Huge Splash at the National Restaurant Association Show

America's newest superfood sweeps show: Sustainability-minded fishery's healthful, premium-grade Antarctic krill meat lauded by wide range of show attendees in the hundreds-from global big box retailers, chefs, hoteliers and restauranteurs to government agencies and beyond-for its incomparable combination of great taste, nutrition, versatility and economic value For the most part, krill meat is a relatively new protein that most consumers-and even some food industry pundits-have never heard of or certainly tasted.
www.nytimes.com
10 months ago
World politics

Just Between Us Squirrels, There Might Be Trouble in the Arctic Dating Scene

Male Arctic ground squirrels go through puberty every year.As if that wasn't hard enough, now the females have a problem, too.According to a paper published on Thursday in the journal Science, climate change appears to be making them emerge from hibernation earlier.That matters, because it could throw off the timing of the animals' mating cycle.
www.nytimes.com
10 months ago
World politics

They Cuddled a Kiwi. New Zealand Said, Stop That.'

Shy and retiring by nature, with a preference for solitude and the dark, few would describe Paora, 4, as a natural diplomat.Yet this Miami-based kiwi one of about 60 of the flightless birds living in zoos outside their native New Zealand has been forced into the international spotlight, literally and figuratively.
Brooklyn Paper
10 months ago
Brooklyn

Third annual ArtWalk turns Atlantic Avenue into one big gallery starting May 20 * Brooklyn Paper

File photo courtesy of Arts Gowanus
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Atlantic Avenue will once more turn into a huge, bustling public art gallery this weekend with the return of the Atlantic Avenue ArtWalk.From May 20-28, artwork from more than 100 local artists will hang in local cafés and storefronts, and art-loving Brooklynites need only take a self-guided stroll down the avenue to get their fill.
Medium
10 months ago
UX design

Don't oversimplify designs: how to work around complexity with Tesler's law

I got my first taste of Tesler's Law when my designs were rejected for being "Too Simple."As a Designer, it sounds weird to hear that.We often aim for designs that are "Simple, intuitive, and easy to use."Yet not only can you oversimplify a design: but doing so can harm the user experience and shove complexity onto other people.
www.independent.co.uk
10 months ago
UK news

Stone of Destiny back on display in Edinburgh Castle after King's coronation

The Stone of Destiny has been returned to Scotland after playing a key role in the coronation of King Charles.The stone, a 152kg slab of pinkish sandstone on which Scottish kings were crowned for centuries, was taken from its home in Edinburgh Castle to Westminster Abbey under tight security.Once there it was installed in the Coronation Chair for the historic service earlier this month, in which Charles was crowned the nation's monarch.
www.independent.co.uk
10 months ago
UK news

Alexis Ffrench: Charles' powerful voice championing conservation matches my own

Alexis Ffrench said his own thoughts and feelings on environmental issues are very much in tune with King Charles.The classical-soul composer will be performing with British singer Zak Abel, a 70-piece orchestra and the house band comprising the Massed Bands of the Household Division and the Countess of Wessex's String Orchestra during the Coronation Concert on Sunday.
KQED
10 months ago
Music production

The Punk Rock Museum Has a Trove of Historical Bay Area Treats

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One of the Bay Area-related displays at Las Vegas' Punk Rock Museum.The museum opened its doors on April 1, 2023.(Rae Alexandra)



Las Vegas, Nevada.Late Saturday afternoon inside the newly opened Punk Rock Museum.Eugene Hütz, frontman for Gogol Bordello, is giving a tour of the building to 20 or so fans.
Chicago Tribune
10 months ago
Chicago

Brookfield Zoo black rhino is euthanized at age 33

Nakili, an eastern black rhinoceros at the Brookfield Zoo, was euthanized Wednesday, the zoo said.The 33-year-old rhinoceros was the oldest male of his species living in an accredited North American zoo.He had been recently diagnosed with kidney disease that was no longer treatable, the Brookfield Zoo said Wednesday in announcing his death.
www.independent.co.uk
10 months ago
UK news

Water firms sorry' for 824 daily sewage spills in 2022

The biggest modernisation of sewers since the Victorian era is planned by the water industry, as companies apologised for not acting quickly enough to tackle spills.Water UK said plans for the largest ever investment in sewage networks will cut overflows by up to 140,000 each year by 2030, compared to the level in 2020.
www.independent.co.uk
10 months ago
UK news

Archbishop of Canterbury tells Charles we crown a King to serve' during sermon

The Archbishop of Canterbury has told Charles we crown a King to serve during his coronation sermon.Mr Welby spoke of how Jesus Christ was anointed not to be served, but to serve adding: The weight of the task given you today, Your Majesties, is only bearable by the spirit of God.The Archbishop also spoke of the King's priorities as monarch, including the way we nurture and encourage the young, in the conservation of the natural world.
www.independent.co.uk
10 months ago
UK news

Crocheting royal fans let imaginations go wild' on postboxes for coronation

Crocheters across the country have been stocking up on wool and letting their imaginations go wild to celebrate the coronation, creating royal-inspired postbox toppers including portrayals of the King, Queen Consort and crown jewels.Marge Ellis is the coordinator for new members at The Secret Society of Hertford Crafters and facilitated the creation of their pillar box toppers for the coronation which is so extensive it even includes a knitted depiction of the group topping a postbox.
www.independent.co.uk
11 months ago
UK news

Stone of Destiny heads to London for coronation after leaving Edinburgh Castle

The Stone of Destiny is returning to England for the first time in more than a quarter of a century, where it will play a key role in the coronation, amid tight security.At Edinburgh Castle on Thursday a special ceremony was held to mark the legendary stone which has become a symbol of Scottish nationhood but for 700 years was housed in Westminster Abbey starting its journey south.
www.cbc.ca
10 months ago
Toronto

Ontario's electric grid is getting reinforcements but it's too soon to nix natural gas, says operator | CBC News

Ontario's electricity system operator is bringing seven new battery storage projects into the province's grid to support reliability and help eventually move away from natural gas.But in the meantime, the Independent Electricity System Operator also announced more natural gas generation, from expansions and upgrades at existing sites.
www.cbc.ca
11 months ago
Toronto

No green bin in your building? Ontario's plan to fix that may be off-track, experts say | CBC News

For many people it's a daily routine: putting paper and cans in their recycling bin, and making sure vegetable peels and kitty litter end up in the green bin.But some Torontonians don't have the option to make the eco-conscious choices they'd like to.Despite a green bin program that's been running for two decades in Toronto, thousands of residents have no choice but to put food scraps and other organic waste directly in their garbage bin.
www.theguardian.com
10 months ago
Spain news

Barcelona's beaches could vanish as authorities abandon enhancement'

For the 1992 Olympic Games, Barcelona rediscovered the sea.It beefed up its beachfront using thousands of tons of sand, and the area is now packed with tourists and lined with beach bars.Barcelona's beach may be partly artificial, but it's big business.The way things are going, however, soon there won't be any beach at all.
Truthout
10 months ago
Left-wing politics

Indigenous Shipibo-Konibo-Xetebo Group Defends Peruvian Amazon From Destruction

Aerial view of Cano Belludo, a tributary of the Ucayali River, in Pacaya Samiria National Reserve, Ucayali River, Peru.Kike Calvo / Universal Images Group via Getty Images The Shipibo-Konibo-Xetebo people of the Peruvian Amazon are organizing themselves to protect their ancestral forests and waters from illegal fishing, logging, and coca growing amidst conservation and development efforts from both the government and international nonprofits that they say are ineffective at best and actively harmful to Indigenous ways of life at worst.
WIRED
10 months ago
OMG science

A New Cloned Horse Offers Hope for Endangered Species

The technique may finally be emerging as a way to preserve species at risk of extinction.Blake Russell was still asleep when he got an alert on his phone.His mare was giving birth.He sprang out of bed and headed to the barn, about 50 yards from his house in Gainesville, Texas.Russell is used to getting woken up for a late-night delivery.
BBC News
10 months ago
London

City of London Roman wall recognised as national monument

Duncan Wilson, Historic England chief executive, said: "Even in a really dense city like London, built up over 2,000 years, there are still mysteries to be revealed right beneath our feet."The riverside wall remains an intriguing element of Roman London which raises almost as many questions as it answers.
www.npr.org
10 months ago
Health

Elephants are a menace for these 6th graders. Then they went on a safari ...

Sixth graders from Habu Primary School in Botswana on a safari.The trip is the high point of a multi-pronged effort by the nonprofit Wild Entrust to resolve a chronic conflict between rural villagers and the wild animals that destroy their crops.Nurith Aizenman/NPR The guide starts up the Land Rover, then calls for attention from his excited passengers.
www.vice.com
11 months ago
OMG science

Scientists Sequenced DNA of Nearly Every Mammal on Earth in Unprecedented Project

ABSTRACT breaks down mind-bending scientific research, future tech, new discoveries, and major breakthroughs.Scientists from across the globe have sequenced and compared the DNA of almost all forms of mammals, in the most massive and ambitious genetics project ever.In a package of 11 studies published on Thursday in a special issue of Science, researchers outline what they've learned from this formidable undertaking, dubbed the Zoonomia Project.
Scientific American
11 months ago
Science

Hunters and Anglers Are Critical to Climate Change Action

"Everything everywhere all at once" became more than an Oscar-sweeping movie title recently as the United Nations Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC) described what it will take to halt and reverse the disastrous effects of climate change in the last piece of its sixth report.
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