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04-18-2024
April's ‘Pink Moon’ signifies the reemergence of life 
Since the 1930s, the Old Farmers' Almanac has been publishing names for the full moons, drawing from what were termed “Indian” names that have since become widely recognized and utilized. The full moon of April is often called the Pink Moon, a name attributed to the herb moss pink or creeping phlox - also known as moss phlox, mountain phlox, and creeping phlox - which is native to the eastern United States and one of spring's earliest widespread flowers.  Other names for this April moon include the...
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02-11-2022
New study pinpoints the causes of sea-level rise
Sea-level rise is one of the most serious consequences of...
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02-11-2022
Climate change will intensify the issue of invasive plans
Researchers have long hypothesized that, by intensifying environmental stressors such...
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02-10-2022
Loneliness is a global health issue that must be addressed
A recent U.S. study indicates that one in 12 people...
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02-10-2022
Caribou migratory behavior is reflected in their genes
Caribou (known as reindeer in Europe) are large, herbivorous mammals...
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02-10-2022
Many older adults develop medical conditions after COVID-19
A new study published in the journal The BMJ has...
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02-10-2022
Rising sea levels threaten coastal African Heritage Sites
African cultural and natural heritage sites in coastal regions are...
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02-10-2022
What are the carbon costs of wildfires?
Wildfires can be highly destructive events which burn through various...
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02-10-2022
Plants have a “fight or fix” response to injury
Plants are subject to many attacks and injuries, from rabbits...
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02-10-2022
Archerfish can recognize unfamiliar insects that are potential prey
Archerfish live in streams, rivers and estuaries where they inhabit...
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02-10-2022
Study finds first evidence of a dinosaur with a respiratory infection
A new study found the first evidence of a dinosaur...
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02-10-2022
Gut molecule makes animals switch from eating to mating
A new study published in the journal Nature is the...
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02-10-2022
Cannabis use may negatively impact brain health
A new study led by the American Heart Association has...
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