In 2004, the asteroid Apophis made its debut into the public’s awareness, and it quickly gained notoriety for its potential to cause serious harm to Earth. Apophis is estimated to be about 1,100 feet (340 meters) across and was given a 2.7% chance of hitting Earth in 2029, drawing a great deal of media attention. […]
Burning trash is a common practice in Kimberley, but it can have serious health consequences. When trash is burned, it releases toxic chemicals and pollutants into the air, which can cause a variety of serious illnesses. Ward councillors, municipal and environmental inspectors, and everyone else who is responsible for enforcing environmental and health regulations in […]
The city of Rockwall, Texas is home to an intriguing mystery that has evaded scrutiny for decades. Buried beneath the dirt is an enormous structure, dozens of feet high, with masterfully cut blocks, footholds for scaling the wall, and various ornamentations. It is believed to have been an enclosure with separate sections resembling perfect geometrical […]
The South African Flamingo Research and Conservation Group (SAFRCG) is a dedicated initiative focused on ensuring the survival of the Lesser and Greater Flamingos in the region. Established by BirdLife South Africa, the group works to coordinate and implement research, monitoring and conservation initiatives that will help maintain the long-term survival of these beautiful birds. […]
USA – Situated in the heart of Utah, the Great Salt Lake is a beloved body of water, but it is facing a severe ecological crisis. With climate change and water diversion, this lake is quickly shrinking, which has devastating consequences. The Great Salt Lake once covered an impressive 5957 m², but now it only […]
Ben Davidson of SuspiciousObservers reports on the latest space weather conditions. He discussed the M 8.6 solar flare that was observed from the northern departing Sunspot group, as well as the coronal hole that was facing Earth and impacting the atmosphere. In addition, Davidson referenced a video recommendation from the Sky Scholar Channel that detailed […]
After months of hard work, SANCCOB is celebrating the release of 342 rehabilitated and hand-reared seabirds, of which 86% were African penguins, into the wild. This is the first release of penguins at De Hoop Nature Reserve for 2023 and is a collaboration between SANCCOB, BirdLife South Africa and CapeNature to re-establish a new colony […]
Creating a frog-friendly garden is a rewarding and low-maintenance hobby that is becoming increasingly popular. Not only is it much easier than keeping frogs as captive pets, but it also provides a safe habitat for a variety of other wildlife, not just frogs. To learn how to create a frog-friendly garden and attract frogs to […]
USA – The recent derailment of a train carrying hazardous materials in East Palestine, Ohio, has highlighted the long-term risks of environmental damage that can occur from this type of incident. In the wake of the accident, Texas A&M researchers conducted an independent analysis of EPA data and found that nine air pollutants had registered […]