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California's coastal sand dunes are becoming history, and the first-ever map shows how 165 years of development and erosion have shrunk a natural shield against storms and rising seasCalifornia's iconic beaches are losing their natural sand dune protectors, with over half disappearing since the Gold Rush due to developme...
Humans drew so much groundwater since 1993 that Earth's spin axis tilted 31.5 inches, a Seoul team published the math in Geophysical Research Letters three decades later in 2023Groundwater depletion, particularly in regions like India's Punjab, has significantly impacted Earth's spin. A recent study reveals that pu...
Pentagon seeks $80 billion from Congress for Iran warThe Pentagon is seeking an additional $80 billion, primarily for the ongoing conflict with Iran, adding to President Trump's substantial de...
The operations network behind Amazon's play to become India's everyday storeAmazon is reshaping India's quick-commerce sector through significant investments in foundational infrastructure rather than merely focusin...
Higher prices for gas, groceries and flights will outlast the Iran war, experts sayA tentative deal to end the Iran war offers hope but immediate price drops for consumers are unlikely. Experts suggest it will take time fo...
In the 1950s, Swiss farmers intensified and mechanized their fields; nine decades of records now reveal an unexpected divide: butterflies are still struggling, while forest beetles have fully bounced backButterflies and beetles are disappearing at an alarming rate. A Swiss study reveals significant butterfly losses since 1930, linked to farm...
Why your summer tomatoes cost so muchTomato prices have surged due to severe weather in Florida and Mexico. Consumers face higher costs for this summer staple.
A giant lake vanished for 130 years, then returned and flooded 120,000 acres overnightA massive lake in California, Tulare Lake, vanished over a century ago. Recent extreme storms brought it back, submerging farmland. This ev...
Human urine becomes option for farmers in fertilizer supply crunchFrom chicken muck to human urine-based products and microbial solutions, growers are improvising to maintain crop yields. This shift, while...
'Am I out?' Drought and rising costs from Iran war deepen pain for US farmersAmerican farmers in Texas, Kansas, Oklahoma, South Dakota, and Nebraska face immense challenges. Rising fuel and fertilizer prices, linked ...
How to keep snakes out without killing them: The habitat tweak list that actually worksSnakes visit properties seeking shelter and food. Experts advise homeowners to remove brush piles, wood, rocks, and dense vegetation. These...
Why Europe Is Quietly Bringing Back an Animal That Went Extinct in 1627The last aurochs, an ancestor of modern cattle, vanished in Poland in 1627. However, a groundbreaking scientific effort is bringing these m...
India’s largest private satellite ‘Drishti’ lifts off, marks global first in OptoSAR imagingSpacetech startup GalaxEye successfully launched its first earth observation satellite, Mission Drishti, aboard a SpaceX Falcon 9. This 190...
PM Modi lauds GalaxEye milestone as ‘Mission Drishti’ OptoSAR satellite enters orbitIndia's space sector is advancing with GalaxEye's "Mission Drishti" launch. This mission features the world's first OptoSAR satellite, inte...
Why Your Banana Peel Jar Isn’t Feeding Tomatoes the Way You ThinkWhile banana peels are rich in nutrients, simply soaking them in water for plant fertilizer is largely ineffective. Research indicates that...
Startups, not the only game in townIndia faces a job creation challenge as millions enter the workforce. The nation needs to support entrepreneurship in key sectors like infr...
What to know about the fight over whether New York should lose $74M for not revoking immigrant commercial driving licensesNew York is suing the federal government. The state is challenging the withholding of nearly $74 million in highway funds. This action foll...
Why You Should Never Store Potatoes and Onions TogetherKeep onions and potatoes separate in your kitchen to extend their shelf life. Onions release ethylene gas, which causes potatoes to sprout ...
Female Vs Male Watermelon: The Simple Trick to Pick the Sweetest One Every TimeForget the 'female' versus 'male' watermelon myth. Scientists confirm sweetness depends on ripeness, variety, and growing conditions. Look ...
How the Pros Get Rid of Ants IndoorsProfessional ant control focuses on understanding colony behavior, not just surface-level extermination. Experts utilize scientifically pro...