New research shows we’ve long underestimated the environmental benefits from kelp forests. Now these important ecosystems are threatened. Floridians are bracing for an unwanted visitor this summer: sargassum. A 5,000-mile-long island of this rootless seaweed is floating around the Atlantic, and large swathes of it are expected to wash ashore in Florida and
Within the intricate web of political authority, ethics plays a crucial role. As we navigate this complex terrain, it is essential to give careful consideration to two fundamental aspects: accountability and responsibility. These two pillars strengthen the ethical application of political power and harmoniously shape effective governance. Unraveling the Dynamics of Political Authority
“This story was originally published by Grist. Sign up for Grist’s weekly newsletter here.” Environmental groups have been clamoring for Congress to make this year’s farm bill the next big climate law. With more funding, climate advocates say, farmers could cut greenhouse gas emissions by storing carbon in soil, curbing nitrogen fertilizer use, and
Los Angeles implemented a so-called “mansion tax”. At a rate of 4% for real estate purchases between 5 and 10 million dollars and 5.5 percent for properties over ten million dollars. All in all, the tax is expected to bring in about 670 million dollars of revenue. The money is mend to finance
One benefit of higher fossil fuel prices and increasing energy security concerns is that individuals, businesses, and countries are investing in renewable power capacities like never before. As a result, by next year, the world’s total renewable electricity capacity will equal the combined total power output of China and the United States, according
An uptick in clean vehicles has improved air quality in wealthier communities over marginalized communities in California, a new study finds. California has some of the most aggressive climate laws in the country, including its Clean Vehicle Rebate Project, which incentivizes the purchase of electric vehicles (EVs), plug-in hybrids, and fuel-cell vehicles. The
La socializzazione è un aspetto fondamentale della vita umana. Non siamo creature solitarie, ma ci siamo evoluti in comunità. Eppure, in un’epoca in cui siamo sempre più connessi, l’isolamento sociale è diventato una vera e propria epidemia moderna. Numerosi studi dimostrano che l’isolamento sociale può avere un impatto negativo sulla salute mentale, aumentando
Embarking on our quest to unravel the intricate web of the UK’s family law, we embark upon a journey that encompasses the three fundamental elements that constitute its essence: marriage, divorce, and the rights and responsibilities of children. These pillars, firmly rooted in the legal framework of the United Kingdom, not only govern
In the realm of finance and investment, the only constant is change, and the only certainty is uncertainty. This volatility and unpredictability make navigating financial markets a considerable challenge. However, economic forecasting, a critical tool for financial strategists and investors alike, provides valuable insights for wading through this sea of uncertainty. This science
The science of this game-changing Monash-led research is complicated. But also, in the end, pretty simple. The shape of your brain is much more important than scientists have previously thought, learning now that how we think, feel or behave is associated with activity patterns that span nearly the entire brain, rather than just