In 2019, ecologist Thomas Crowther ignited a global fervor for tree planting, advocating for the ambitious goal of planting a trillion trees to counteract carbon emissions. However, Crowther, once the chief scientific adviser for the United Nations' Trillion Trees Campaign, has now made a U-turn, urging environmental leaders to pump the brakes on mass tree … [Read more...] about Guy Who Urged Planting a Trillion Trees Begs People to Stop Planting So Many Trees
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Drivers stop their cars, team up to rescue Chihuahua from expressway
A little Chihuahua was in serious danger after running onto a busy expressway — until a group of strangers banded together to save the day. The chihuahua, named Bean, reportedly bolted off after getting scared by another dog. “He got under the fence didn’t know there was a hole,” owner Tammy Richardson told WABC. The fleet-footed little dog soon ended up in a … [Read more...] about Drivers stop their cars, team up to rescue Chihuahua from expressway
Scientists Find Liquid Blood in 42,000-Year Foal and They Won’t Stop There
In a remarkable breakthrough, scientists have achieved the retrieval of liquid blood from a mummified foal, believed to be the oldest blood sample ever discovered. The 42,000-year-old extinct baby horse, found remarkably well-preserved in Siberia's Batagaika crater, has ignited hopes of not only understanding ancient species but potentially bringing them back to life through … [Read more...] about Scientists Find Liquid Blood in 42,000-Year Foal and They Won’t Stop There
When Did Humans Stop Being Naked?
The enigma of when humans transitioned from nudity to clothing is a puzzle embedded deep in the annals of human history. Clothing, beyond its functional role in protecting us from the elements, has become a medium for self-expression and a social barrier against the consequences of public indecency. But pinpointing the exact moment when humanity embraced the idea of covering up … [Read more...] about When Did Humans Stop Being Naked?
Unraveling the Myth: Do Sharks Really Die if They Stop Swimming?
It's a common belief that if sharks stop swimming, they meet an untimely demise. But is this notion grounded in scientific truth? Let's delve into the depths of shark physiology to separate fact from fiction. Contrary to popular belief, there are shark species that defy this stereotype. Take, for instance, the nurse shark and the tiger shark. These, along with a select few … [Read more...] about Unraveling the Myth: Do Sharks Really Die if They Stop Swimming?