Yale E360
MAY 21, 2025
Since bird flu was first discovered in U.S. cattle last year, the virus has spread to more than 1,000 herds across the country. A new vaccine for cattle has performed well in early tests, raising hopes that it could protect livestock and help prevent an outbreak in humans.
New Scientist
MAY 21, 2025
The globe is criss-crossed by unused fibre-optic cables.
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Inside Climate News
MAY 21, 2025
Scientists say drought and climate change are driving the severe dust storms pummeling the border region of Chihuahua, New Mexico and Texas. By Martha Pskowski EL PASO, TexasOn a Tuesday afternoon in May, earth system scientist Thomas Gill was tracking yet more dust rolling through this border city.
New Scientist
MAY 21, 2025
After two decades of debate, research confirms that an odd binary star system has an equally odd planetary companion
Speaker: Andrew Skoog, Founder of MachinistX & President of Hexis Representatives
Manufacturing is evolving, and the right technology can empower—not replace—your workforce. Smart automation and AI-driven software are revolutionizing decision-making, optimizing processes, and improving efficiency. But how do you implement these tools with confidence and ensure they complement human expertise rather than override it? Join industry expert Andrew Skoog as he explores how manufacturers can leverage automation to enhance operations, streamline workflows, and make smarter, data-dri
Scientific American
MAY 21, 2025
New discoveries about mitochondria could reshape how we understand the body’s response to stress, aging, and illness.
New Scientist
MAY 21, 2025
Social media is awash with videos claiming that taping your mouth closed will improve your sleep but the evidence doesn't stack up
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New Scientist
MAY 21, 2025
Teeth are good for chewing and biting, but they are also sensitive and that may have been their original function hundreds of millions of years ago
Inside Climate News
MAY 21, 2025
New research suggests the Earth will pass multiple dangerous tipping points at 1.5 degrees Celsius of warming, the U.N. limit exceeded for much of the last two years. By Bob Berwyn Sea levels in some parts of the world could be rising by as much as 8 to 12 inches per decade within the lifetime of todays youngest generations, outpacing the ability of many coastal communities to adapt, scientists warned in a new study published this week.
New Scientist
MAY 21, 2025
People with incomplete cervical spinal cord injuries showed improvements to their hand and arm movements after receiving a targeted form of vagus nerve stimulation
PA Environment Daily
MAY 21, 2025
On May 20, Department of Community and Economic Development Secretary Rick Siger announced an investment of more than $22.6 million in 74 schools across Pennsylvania through the Solar for Schools Grant Program , which is administered by DCED and funded through the Commonwealth Financing Authority. Program grants will help schools to cover the purchase and installation of equipment, permit fees, energy storage, and utility interconnection.
Speaker: Kevin Kai Wong, President of Emergent Energy Solutions
In today's industrial landscape, the pursuit of sustainable energy optimization and decarbonization has become paramount. ♻️ Manufacturing corporations across the U.S. are facing the urgent need to align with decarbonization goals while enhancing efficiency and productivity. Unfortunately, the lack of comprehensive energy data poses a significant challenge for manufacturing managers striving to meet their targets. 📊 Join us for a practical webinar hosted by Kevin Kai Wong of Emergent Ene
New Scientist
MAY 21, 2025
With the US in retreat from climate negotiations, China's Xi Jinping could become the next green global leader
Scientific American
MAY 21, 2025
A sleep-medicine specialist explains how restless nights lead to consuming more calories and how you can use sleep as a tool for weight loss
New Scientist
MAY 21, 2025
China's ambitious Tianwen-2 mission will soon be heading to two extremely different space rocks, and should provide vital data to help us understand the nature of asteroids and comets
Scientific American
MAY 21, 2025
When insomnia took hold of this journalist, she relied on her science reporting to find a medication that (mostly) worked
Speaker: Nikhil Joshi, Founder & President of Snic Solutions
Is your manufacturing operation reaching its efficiency potential? A Manufacturing Execution System (MES) could be the game-changer, helping you reduce waste, cut costs, and lower your carbon footprint. Join Nikhil Joshi, Founder & President of Snic Solutions, in this value-packed webinar as he breaks down how MES can drive operational excellence and sustainability.
New Scientist
MAY 21, 2025
Fragments of West Nile virus have been detected in UK mosquitoes, suggesting that the virus is circulating in the country, probably as a result of the warming climate
PA Environment Daily
MAY 21, 2025
On May 19, the EPA Alumni Association wrote the following letter as an Open Letter to current US Environmental Protection Administrator Lee Zeldin and Members of Congress on recent actions to significantly cut EPAs staff and budget-- Last month, Administrator Lee Zeldin of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) released a list of 100 accomplishments achieved during the first 100 days of the new Administration.
New Scientist
MAY 21, 2025
Dense breast tissue can make tumours hard to spot on mammogram scans, but adding another step to this screening programme could help identify such cases
Inside Climate News
MAY 21, 2025
A flash flood in Allegany and Garrett counties has stretched local emergency systems and emphasizes the need to turn climate resilience planning into tangible action. By Aman Azhar The water surged fast, outpacing local emergency response efforts and trapping nearly 200 students and staff inside Westernport Elementary School in Marylands Allegany County.
Speaker: Antoine M. Thompson, Executive Director of the Greater Washington Region Clean Cities Coalition
Diversity, Equity, Justice, and Inclusion (DEJI) policies, programs, and initiatives are critically important as we move forward with public and private sector climate and sustainability goals and plans. Underserved and socially, economically, and racially disadvantaged communities bear the burden of pollution, higher energy costs, limited resources, and limited investments in the clean energy and transportation sectors.
Yale E360
MAY 21, 2025
Penguin droppings may play a role in the formation of clouds over Antarctica, new research finds.
Scientific American
MAY 21, 2025
Drugs that target wakefulness, molecules in cannabis and wearable devices that modulate brain activity could help people with insomnia
PA Environment Daily
MAY 21, 2025
On May 20, Keep Pennsylvania Beautiful celebrated the Young Ambassadors Program class of 2025 during a virtual graduation ceremony. The program graduated 26 Ambassadors who committed to nine months of service, while representing and upholding the mission and values of Keep Pennsylvania Beautiful. Commencement speakers included Michael Carroll , Secretary of the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation and Phoebe Coles , Board Chair of Keep Pennsylvania Beautiful.
Environmental News Bits
MAY 21, 2025
by Oluwabusayo Wuraola, Anglia Ruskin University A district council in England has passed a motion to grant its local river the rights to flow freely, to be free from pollution and to enjoy its native biodiversity. The move by Lewes District Council in East Sussex to recognise the fundamental rights of the River Ouse is … Continue reading Rivers are increasingly being given legal rights.
Speaker: Laurie Schoeman Director, Climate & Sustainability, Capital
As households and communities across the nation face challenges such as hurricanes, wildfires, drought, extreme heat and cold, and thawing permafrost and flooding, we are increasingly searching for ways to mitigate and prevent climate impacts. During this event, national climate and housing expert Laurie Schoeman will discuss topics including: The two paths for climate action: decarbonization and adaptation.
PA Environment Daily
MAY 21, 2025
The people have a right to clean air, pure water, and to the preservation of the natural, scenic, historic and esthetic values of the environment. Pennsylvania's public natural resources are the common property of all the people, including generations yet to come. As trustee of these resources, the Commonwealth shall conserve and maintain them for the benefit of all the people. - - Article I, Section 27 Pennsylvania Constitution [Its Not A Suggestion] House Voting Schedule June 2, 3, 4, 9, 10, 1
Environmental News Bits
MAY 21, 2025
by Ethan I. Thorpe, Vanderbilt University; Michael Vandenbergh, Vanderbilt University, and Zdravka Tzankova, Vanderbilt University As the federal government moves to eliminate U.S. climate rules, companies still face pressure to be better stewards of the planet from their customers, investors, employees, local communities, lenders, insurers, global trading partners and many states.
PA Environment Daily
MAY 21, 2025
On May 21, the Public Utility Commission warned consumers new default electric service prices taking effect on June 1 will increase most residential electric bills between 5% and 16%. To help blunt the impact of these price increases, the PUC is urging consumers to shop for alternative electricity suppliers with lower prices-- if they can find them with rising wholesale prices of electricity-- and proactively take steps to reduce their energy use.
Environmental News Bits
MAY 21, 2025
by Patrick Byrne, Liverpool John Moores University The production and use of toxic synthetic chemicals called polychlorinated biphenyls (PCBs) were banned internationally more than 40 years ago. There is a great deal of evidence that they are carcinogens and hormone disrupters in mammals and can cause birth defects.
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New Scientist
MAY 21, 2025
The premise of Grace Chans debut novel that you can choose to upload yourself to a virtual reality might sound dated, but this is a stunning bigpicture look at what might lie ahead for us, says Emily H.
Environmental News Bits
MAY 21, 2025
Read the full story at Reuters. Kuwait’s crypto crackdown aims to prevent power blackouts. The Kuwaiti government blames crypto mining for strain on the country’s electrical grid. Energy consumption in Al-Wafrah dropped 55% after the crackdown. Kuwait has banned cryptocurrency trading but has no laws specifically addressing mining.
New Scientist
MAY 21, 2025
Most parenting manuals end up gathering dust on my bedside table, but Melinda Wenner Moyer's Hello, Cruel World!
Environmental News Bits
MAY 21, 2025
Luo, G., Fan, L., Liang, B., Guo, J., & Gao, S.-H. (2025). Determining Antimicrobial Resistance in the Plastisphere: Lower Risks of Nonbiodegradable vs Higher Risks of Biodegradable Microplastics. Environmental Science & Technology, 59(15), 77227735. [link] Abstract The plastisphere is a potential contributor to global antimicrobial resistance (AMR), posing potential threats to public and environmental health.
Enviromental Defense
MAY 21, 2025
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