July 20, 1969, marked a monumental day in human history. For the first time, astronauts Neil Armstrong and Buzz Aldrin stepped foot on the lunar surface. This incredible feat, achieved by the Apollo 11 mission, captured the imagination of the entire world and ushered in a new era of space exploration. The journey to the moon was fraught with challenges. The Apollo 11 … [Read more...] about 55 Years Ago Humans First Landed on the Moon
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“Disturbing Level” Of Fiberglass Found In Food Chain For First Time
If you’re a fan of seafood, there’s a good chance you’ve chowed down on fiberglass. Scientists at the Universities of Brighton and Portsmouth have uncovered significant fiberglass contamination in oysters and mussels collected from an active boatyard in Chichester Harbor, a popular sailing location in South England. Within the edible soft tissues of these shellfish, … [Read more...] about “Disturbing Level” Of Fiberglass Found In Food Chain For First Time
Florida Cactus Is First Local Extinction In USA Due To Sea Level Rise
The Key Largo tree cactus persists in the Caribbean but is now extinct in the United States. The global climate crisis is playing havoc with temperatures and environments across the world. In Death Valley, the highest-ever recorded temperature looks like it could be broken once again as scorching heat leads experts to put out warnings. Sea level rise has also claimed its … [Read more...] about Florida Cactus Is First Local Extinction In USA Due To Sea Level Rise
Water Is Freely Flowing Down The Klamath River For First Time In 100 Years
The largest dam removal in US history is happening now. After years of advocacy from Indigenous groups and environmentalists, dams along the Klamath River are being removed, allowing water to flow freely again. This offers new hope for the region’s iconic salmon. The Klamath River, stretching 414 kilometers (257 miles) between Oregon and northwestern California, was once … [Read more...] about Water Is Freely Flowing Down The Klamath River For First Time In 100 Years
Medicine For Regrowing Teeth To Be Tested On Humans For The First Time
New trial aims to smooth out any teething problems. A drug that regrows teeth could be on the market by 2030, if all goes well in an upcoming clinical trial. Beginning in September of this year, 30 adult males will be intravenously administered the medicine as part of a Phase I study into its safety and efficacy, marking the first time that a drug of this sort has been … [Read more...] about Medicine For Regrowing Teeth To Be Tested On Humans For The First Time