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Earth's water cycle is becoming increasingly erratic.
The United Nations said on October 7 that climate change is making the water cycle more unpredictable, with floods and droughts becoming more intense.
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Oceanography
25,000 barrels of undissolved pesticides on the seabed
Scientists found 27,000 barrels suspected of containing DTT chemicals on the seabed 19.3 km deep off the coast of Southern California.
Oceanography
US ship becomes world's largest artificial reef
Once the largest passenger ship in the US, the SS United States could be sunk as an artificial reef, bringing economic and environmental benefits.
Scientific application
Building a process for producing medicinal varieties from 3 species of yellow camellia
Scientists at the Center for Tropical Forestry coordinated with a number of research units to successfully build a process for producing seeds and medicinal herbs from 3…
Oceanography
A startling new discovery about the sound of blue whales
Scientists have just published new research on the sound of blue whales - the most mysterious animals on the planet.
Flu epidemic
The United States recorded dolphins infected with highly pathogenic avian influenza for the first time
Researchers from the University of Florida, USA said that the autopsy discovered a dolphin infected with a highly virulent bird flu virus.
Health
Noisy traffic increases the risk of cardiovascular disease
According to research, for every 10dBA (decibel - a unit of noise measurement), the risk of developing cardiovascular diseases such as heart attack, stroke and heart fai…
Environment
Satellite images of Dubai before and after the 'apocalyptic' flood
Unprecedented rainfall engulfed the United Arab Emirates (UAE) last week, bringing life in Dubai and many other places in the region to a standstill.
1001 mystery
Grand Canyon, a mysterious area containing ancient Egyptian ruins in the United States
The Grand Canyon in Arizona, USA is not only a witness to geological changes but also the birthplace of countless legends and myths.
1001 mystery
London Hammer: The mystery of the ancient hammer or an elaborate hoax?
The London Hammer is a hammer believed to be 115 million years old, found in Texas, United States in 1936.
Space science
Sputnik and the code that the Americans could not decode
On October 4, 1957, Sputnik 1 was the first object to enter Earth's atmosphere in a controlled fashion.
Scientific works
Operate the highest hydroelectric power plant on the Yellow River
The first unit of the Maerdang hydropower plant upstream of the Yellow River began operating on April 1 according to the operator, China Energy Group.
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Falcon training: A profession that makes millions of dollars in the Middle East
The first prize for a falconry competition in the United Arab Emirates can be up to 7 million USD, according to Business Insider.
Space science
Launch of Delta IV heavy rocket after nitrogen leak incident
The launch of the United Launch Alliance Delta IV heavy-lift rocket was rescheduled for early morning March 30 after a last-minute nitrogen leak.
Environment
The 62 billion USD treasure is being forgotten in...a landfill, if not exploited, it will harm humanity.
The total value of recyclable electronic waste is up to 62 billion USD, which is falling into oblivion, while also bringing the risk of pollution and exacerbating health…