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Oceans & Clean Water

Smothered by Seaweed: Sargassum Wreaks Havoc on Caribbean Ecosystems

Its growth driven to epic levels by climate change and fertilizer runoff, sargassum puts dozens of species — and people — at risk.
May 3, 2024
by
Maria Mónica Monsalve (América Futura, El País América) and Krista Campbell (Television Jamaica)
Its growth driven to epic levels by climate change and fertilizer runoff, sargassum puts dozens of species — and people — at risk.
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Wildlife

The Challenges of Studying (and Treating) PTSD in Chimpanzees

Apes used in animal testing often display symptoms of psychological trauma. Wildlife sanctuaries are helping them recover.
April 22, 2024
by
Tim Brinkhof
Apes used in animal testing often display symptoms of psychological trauma. Wildlife sanctuaries are helping them recover.
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Oceans & Clean Water

Coastal Restoration: Recycled Shells and Millions of Larvae — A Recipe for Renewed Oyster Reefs

As oyster reefs have declined, other marine species have suffered and coastal storm damage has increased. Innovative programs are starting to help.
April 3, 2024
by
Melissa Gaskill
As oyster reefs have declined, other marine species have suffered and coastal storm damage has increased. Innovative programs are starting to help.
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Climate Change

The Regions Most at Risk for ‘Statistically Impossible’ Heat Extremes

Regions that have been lucky so far may be less well prepared for an unprecedented heatwaves in the future.
May 5, 2023
by
Nicholas Leach
Regions that have been lucky so far may be less well prepared for an unprecedented heatwaves in the future.
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Extinction Countdown

A Hidden Threat to Bats: Hunting

New research finds that at least 254 bat species face pressure from hunters, and that could push some of them into extinction.
March 24, 2023
by
John R. Platt
New research finds that at least 254 bat species face pressure from hunters, and that could push some of them into extinction.
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Pollution & Toxins

PFAS ‘Forever Chemicals’ Are Everywhere: Here’s What That Means for Wildlife

Researchers have found PFAS in the bodies of wild animals everywhere they’ve looked. Now they’re beginning to understand the health effects.
March 20, 2023
by
Tara Lohan
Researchers have found PFAS in the bodies of wild animals everywhere they’ve looked. Now they’re beginning to understand the health effects.
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The Ask

Birding for All: How to Make Enjoying Birds More Accessible

Disability is too often left out of the conversation about equity and inclusion in the outdoors. We can change that.
January 5, 2023
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Tara Lohan
Disability is too often left out of the conversation about equity and inclusion in the outdoors. We can change that.
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The Ask

Exposed: The Most Polluted Place in the United States

A new book investigates the toxic legacy of Hanford, the Washington state facility that produced plutonium for nuclear weapons.
December 14, 2022
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Tara Lohan
A new book investigates the toxic legacy of Hanford, the Washington state facility that produced plutonium for nuclear weapons.
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Pollution & Toxins

The Fight Against Deadly Soot

The health risks from tiny airborne particulate matter may soon face stricter federal regulation. But improving air quality remains a complex challenge.
October 31, 2022
by
Tim Lydon
The health risks from tiny airborne particulate matter may soon face stricter federal regulation. But improving air quality remains a complex challenge.
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Climate Change

How Cities Are Preparing for the ‘Silent Killer’ of Extreme Heat

New solutions are being tested to combat health risks from heat waves, particularly in urban “heat islands.”
September 26, 2022
by
Christine MacDonald
New solutions are being tested to combat health risks from heat waves, particularly in urban “heat islands.”

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