Corn fungus, also known as huitlacoche or "corn smut," has become increasingly popular among chefs and foodies in recent years, according to an article from NPR's "The Salt" blog. Previously viewed as a pest that ruined crops, huitlacoche is now being embraced for its unique flavor and texture. Huitlacoche is a type of fungus that infects corn plants and causes a dark, … [Read more...] about The Rise of Huitlacoche: Chefs Embrace Corn Fungus as Delicacy
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Greenland’s Melting Ice Has Already Locked In A Rise In Sea Level Of 27 Centimeters
Even if the world stopped warming tomorrow seas will rise almost a foot worldwide from Greenland alone. The fact that many of the effects of climate change are delayed and will continue to occur long after people have ceased fiddling with the planet's thermostat is one of its most frightening features. The amount of ice Greenland will lose due to the warming that has already … [Read more...] about Greenland’s Melting Ice Has Already Locked In A Rise In Sea Level Of 27 Centimeters
Chinese Authorities Have Declared The Dugong “Sea Cows” That Gave Rise to The Mermaid Myth Extinct
Exhaustive surveys revealed that nobody has seen a dugong in Chinese waters since 2008. According to research conducted by the Zoological Society of London (ZSL), dugongs are now practically extinct in China as there have been no sightings of the adored "sea cow" grazers since 2008. These gentle giants, whose numbers fell after the 1970s, are apparently losing the war … [Read more...] about Chinese Authorities Have Declared The Dugong “Sea Cows” That Gave Rise to The Mermaid Myth Extinct
There Is a Rise in Tick-Borne Diseases; Here’s How to Prevent It
This summer, if you want to spend time in nature, be aware that ticks are likely to accompany you outside. In Ohio and elsewhere, the number of ticks is increasing, and tick-borne illnesses are becoming more prevalent. Twelve tick species, including two that are quite recent, may be found in Ohio. The American dog tick, the blacklegged tick (sometimes called the deer tick), … [Read more...] about There Is a Rise in Tick-Borne Diseases; Here’s How to Prevent It
UK heatwave: Over 40C Anticipated as Temperatures Rise Quickly
This week, with temperatures expected to reach up to 41C, the UK may see its warmest day on record (106F). After a morning of quickly rising temperatures, it was 34.8C at 12:00 BST in Charlwood, Surrey, making today the warmest day of the year thus far. In most of England, ranging from London and the South East up to York and Manchester, the Met Office has issued a red … [Read more...] about UK heatwave: Over 40C Anticipated as Temperatures Rise Quickly