Southern Iraq Lost Key Water Source: Sawa Lake Dried Up
This year, people in southern Iraq are without water because Lake Sawa, a vital water source, has dried up for the first time in history. Repeated periods of drought and….
Wildcat Genetically Pure Population in Danger of Extinction
Crossbreeding with a domestic cat poses a significant threat to the European population of rare wild cats. The degree of hybridization varies between different parts of Europe. Some zoos are….
IQ and birth rates: Most children are born to people with lower intelligence
The world’s population is growing rapidly and the planet has an increasing problem feeding so many people. Why are people still multiplying so much? Many researches prove the main reason….
Fruits and Vegetables Contain Fewer Vitamins and Minerals then Before
The American study provides evidence that the content of vitamins and minerals in fruits and vegetables is lower than decades ago. Researchers believe that the reason is farmers’ focus on….
How Big Impact Do Leather Goods Have on the Environment?
The leather industry has a bigger impact on the environment than consumers realize. Because the leather goods production hides many processes in the background that the end customer cannot see….
China Manipulates the Weather to Reduce Pollution Levels
China has been dealing with targeted weather changes for several decades. The country has reportedly manipulated rainfall to reduce pollution and protect crops. According to a study by the University….
Isolated Group of Smaller Polar Bears Discovered
Researchers in Greenland have encountered a polar bear population that is different from other relatives. Individuals are smaller, have fewer cubs, and need less ice to survive. Biologists are now….
The World’s Countries Regulate Disposable Plastics
Tens of millions of tons of plastics end up in landfills, streams, and oceans every year. The microplastics released from the waste have been found in the shrimps’ stomachs and….
Brutal Yulin Dog Meat Festival Continues Despite Activist Protests
Every year, around 10-20 million dogs are killed in China. About 4 million cats are also killed here. Thousands of people flock to the dog meat festival in Yulin in….
The European Union Builds a Platform to Eradicate Homelessness by 2030
The high rise in homelessness is burdening Europe. The European Union is building a platform to help the Member States eradicate homelessness in just eight years. The platform should be….
