2024 is shaping up to be a year of significant shifts in the housing market. With mortgage rates expected to fall slightly, many predict an easing in affordability issues. However, certain types of properties are likely to see their values decline. From 2020 to the middle of 2022, median home prices peaked above $400,000, making … Read more
You’ve treasured that vintage Corelle dinnerware set for years, relishing its timeless design and durability. Yet, what if I told you those beloved plates might pose a health risk? Corelle dishes made before 2005 could contain harmful lead levels in their decorative patterns.1 The FDA’s strict regulations on lead in tableware came into play around … Read more
Recent research from the University of Georgia has unveiled a critical public health threat: a multidrug-resistant fungus, Aspergillus fumigatus, found in commercial soil, compost, and flower bulbs. While naturally present in the environment, this fungus has mutated into a formidable foe, posing severe risks, especially to those with weakened immune systems. Aspergillus fumigatus Aspergillus fumigatus … Read more
In a landmark moment for conservation, European bison have been reintroduced to Portugal for the first time in over 10,000 years. This rewilding initiative, taking place in the Greater Côa Valley, is a significant step towards restoring biodiversity and enhancing ecosystem health in the region. The arrival of the bison, which were translocated from Poland, … Read more
In a display of nature’s resilience, a group of painted lady butterflies have shattered records by flying over 2,600 miles across the Atlantic Ocean. These delicate creatures, known scientifically as Vanessa cardui, were first spotted on the beaches of French Guiana, marking the longest recorded transoceanic flight for any insect. Investigating the Journey Scientists embarked … Read more
Fireworks might be a staple of celebrations, but for many dogs, they are a source of intense fear and anxiety. More dogs run away on the Fourth of July than any other day. Animal control officials report a 30% increase of lost pets from July 4th to 6th¹. This is largely due to the frightening … Read more
Hold onto your fossil hats, dinosaur enthusiasts. The mighty Tyrannosaurus rex, undisputed king of the Late Cretaceous period, is undergoing a dramatic identity crisis. Just when we thought we had T. rex all figured out, a wave of new research is shaking up the paleontological world. Could it be that our beloved T. rex was … Read more
Why are some parts of the world teeming with life, while others seem barren? A new study sheds light on this age-old question, revealing the fascinating ways climate and landscape shape the incredible diversity of life on Earth.1 Research on Biodiversity Patterns Researchers, led by PhD student Tal Raz and Professor Shai Meiri from Tel … Read more
If you’re a pet owner, you may be inadvertently exposing your beloved companion to a class of toxic compounds known as PFAS or “forever chemicals.” A recent study by the Environmental Working Group uncovered alarming evidence – every single pet food bag tested from popular brands contained indicators of PFAS contamination.1 These synthetic chemicals don’t … Read more
In an astonishing twist of nature, while the rest of the world faced an unprecedented heat wave, Antarctica recorded some of the coldest temperatures ever documented. This paradox highlights climate change’s complex and multifaceted nature, revealing that extreme weather can manifest in diverse and unexpected ways. Record-Breaking Cold in the Land of Ice Antarctica, known … Read more
