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March 22, 2023

Eight dolphins die on New Jersey beach after 'mass stranding event'

Eight dolphins are dead after washing up on New Jersey shores on Tuesday afternoon. The mass stranding event is one of multiple similar events up and down the East Coast this year.

March 22, 2023

Is Parkinson’s disease, 'world’s fastest growing brain disease,’ mostly preventable? Study offers clues

New research published in the Journal of Parkinson's disease suggests the harmful effects of a colorless chemical, trichloroethylene (TCE), may be linked to Parkinson's; more work is needed.

March 21, 2023

Greta Thunberg to receive honorary doctorate from Finnish university

The University of Finland's Theory Faculty will award Swedish climate activist Greta Thunberg with an honorary doctorate in late Spring.

March 21, 2023

Chemicals in water and household objects could reduce chances of pregnancy, live births: new study

A study found that women whose blood plasma contained higher amounts of PFAS (perfluoroalkyl substances) chemicals had as much as a 40% lower chance of pregnancy and live births.

March 21, 2023

Our greatest threat: China, Russia or climate change? Americans weigh in

People in Austin share what they believe is the biggest threat currently — China, Russia or climate change — and explain the reasoning behind their answers.

March 21, 2023

African countries consider swapping debt to invest in climate action at meeting in Ethiopia

Finance ministers of different African countries met in Ethiopia's capital to discuss the continents debt. The ministers are considering swapping debt to invest in climate action.

March 21, 2023

Wedding day uproar as bride is slammed for serving only water: 'Didn't think this would be a problem'

A bride-to-be who shared a wedding-day drama is not getting much sympathy on Reddit. She and her husband-to-be will only be serving water at their wedding reception — no alcohol, soda or coffee.

March 21, 2023

Why Thomas Edison should be considered the patron saint of homeschooling

The 'turnabout' in inventor Thomas Edison's life began when he was only age 8. I am convinced that each of us has a 'turnabout' tale either in our past or in our future.

March 20, 2023

Venezuelan oil czar resigns amid agency corruption investigation

Venezuelan oil czar Tareck El Aissami has resigned amid an ongoing investigation into Petroleos de Venezuela SA (PDVSA), the nation's state-run oil agency.

March 20, 2023

UN calls for mass fossil fuel shutdowns to prevent 'climate time bomb'

The United Nations secretary-general called for a rapid end to fossil fuel power generation after the organization released a report showing the risks posed by climate change.