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04-22-2024
April's full "Pink Moon" tonight 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
Genetically modified crops could reduce climate impacts
Genetically modified (GM) crops are often considered contentious, especially in...
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02-11-2022
How sexual health programs could be more effective
Each year, billions of dollars are spent on sexual and...
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02-11-2022
Venomous sea anemone may lead to important drugs
A new study has revealed that sea anemones use different...
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02-11-2022
Searching for the 25 most wanted lost species
A Texas-based environmental conservation group called Re:wild that has famous actor...
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02-11-2022
Tooth damage in lions reveals human impact on wildlife
Populations of large predators like lions are in decline in...
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02-11-2022
Coffee drinkers may actually live longer
A new study led by Queen Mary University of London...
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02-11-2022
Losing the harlequin toad means losing potential medicines
Amphibian loss worldwide has been a cause for outcry by...
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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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