Fin whale meat is back on the menu in Japan. The resumption of commercial whaling by Japan in June 2019 stirred global controversy, and now, the nation's latest move has once again ignited furor among conservationists. Japan has announced its decision to include fin whales, the second-largest animal on Earth, to its list of commercial whaling species within its exclusive … [Read more...] about Japan To Start Hunting Fin Whales, The Second-Largest Animal On Earth
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Bacteria On The ISS Have Mutated Into Something Not Seen On Earth Before
Space-bound strains of E. bugandensis are likely distinct from earthly versions. Movies and TV shows often portray space stations as pristine, sterile environments. However, wherever humans go, bacteria inevitably follow. Within the confines of the International Space Station (ISS), bacteria have carved out their own niches, evolving in ways not observed on Earth. The … [Read more...] about Bacteria On The ISS Have Mutated Into Something Not Seen On Earth Before
Schoolchildren to narrate David Attenborough’s Planet Earth III in special episode
For over seven decades, Sir David Attenborough has lent his resonant voice to narrate nature documentaries, earning him the moniker of "the voice of nature" worldwide. However, in the face of mounting environmental challenges, the BBC recognizes that one voice alone cannot adequately advocate for our planet. Hence, schoolchildren are set to accompany Sir David Attenborough … [Read more...] about Schoolchildren to narrate David Attenborough’s Planet Earth III in special episode
The Once-In-An-Eon Event That Gave Earth Plants Has Happened Again
The first-ever nitrogen-fixing organelle in a eukaryotic cell has been confirmed. In the annals of Earth's biological history, there are events so rare, so monumental, they occur only once in an eon. And now, amidst the vast expanse of time, one of these extraordinary occurrences has repeated itself. The emergence of a nitrogen-fixing organelle within a eukaryotic cell has … [Read more...] about The Once-In-An-Eon Event That Gave Earth Plants Has Happened Again
Incredible Photos And Footage Of 2024’s Total Eclipse That Weren’t Taken On Earth
While breathtaking images of Monday's (April 8) eclipse captured from terrestrial vantage points have likely graced your screen, the celestial event revealed an entirely different spectacle when viewed from space and sky. Here's a glimpse into the extraordinary perspective beyond our planet's surface. Total solar eclipses, captivating phenomena where the Moon traverses … [Read more...] about Incredible Photos And Footage Of 2024’s Total Eclipse That Weren’t Taken On Earth