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Scientists Discover The Largest Seagrass Prairie In The World With The Help Of Tiger Sharks
Scientists discover the largest seagrass prairie in the world with the help of tiger sharks. Researchers led by marine scientist Oliver Shipley and published their findings in Nature Communications on November 1. They found that the Bahamas Banks, a group of underwater plateaus around the Bahama archipelago, have seagrasses covering 92,000 square kilometers. Half of Florida might fit into the region. Due to this discovery, the projected seagrass coverage throughout the world has grown by 41%.
Kendall Jenner Peed In An Ice Bucket On The Way To The Met Gala
On the way to the Met Gala Kendall Jenner peed in an ice bucket which she later described as the "best decision," despite the fact that she got urine on her foot. Kendall Nicole Jenner is a model, media personality, and socialite from the United States. She is Kris Jenner's and Caitlyn Jenner's daughter, and she rose to fame on the reality television show Keeping Up with the Kardashians. Jenner began modeling when she was 14 years old.
Activists Hoped That Egypt's COP27 Would Focus On Africa
According to one campaigner, it's yet another example of western countries' hypocrisy toward the continent, which has barely contributed to the climate crisis but is experiencing some of its most devastating consequences. Activists hoped that Egypt's COP27 would focus on Africa. Advocates say that promise has not been delivered.
Poland Ambassador Claims His Country Acted With "Full Restraint" After Missile Killed Two People
Poland's ambassador claims his country acted with 'full restraint' a missile killed two people. According to reports, the missile fell inside Polish territory on Tuesday, killing two Polish citizens and making people worry that Russia's war with Ukraine might get worse.
Christina Applegate Had Great Lines And Cried At Walk Of Fame Ceremony
On Monday, Christina Applegate had great lines and cried at walk of fame ceremony and celebrated the fact that she had been honored with a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame. Since Applegate disclosed that she was diagnosed with multiple sclerosis a year ago, this event was her first time appearing in public since then. The actress gave a moving speech that was filled with heart and humor, in which she reflected on her career as an actress.
NATO Says The Missile Strike That Killed 2 Wasn’t A Russian Attack
NATO says the missile strike that killed 2 wasn’t a Russian attack. Nato Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg mentioned that a missile that killed two people in Poland on Tuesday, November 15, 2022, was probably Ukrainian.
Researchers Develop New Brain Implants That Read Words From Thoughts
Researchers have developed new brain implants that read words from thoughts. People who have lost the capacity to speak or type due to paralysis or another medical condition may communicate with others via the use of a brain implant that translates their thoughts into outward signals. At the annual conference of the Society for Neuroscience on November 13, researchers presented the findings of two trials that "give fresh evidence of the amazing potential" of brain implants for reestablishing lost connection.
G20 Leaders Condemns Russia's War In Strong Terms
G20 leaders condemns Russia's war in strong terms in a joint statement issued on Wednesday concerning Russia's war in Ukraine, which has killed thousands of people and messed up the world economy. This made Russia's international isolation even worse.
Roberta Flack Is Unable To Sing After Being Diagnosed With ALS
Grammy-winning musician Roberta Flack is unable to sing after being diagnosed with ALS, a form of motor neuron disease. According to what her manager said on Monday, the performer known for Killing Me Softly with His Song is also having difficulty speaking.
As Rich Nations Debate Climate Solutions, The Storm-Ravaged Caribbean Takes Action
As rich nations debate climate solutions, the storm-ravaged Caribbean takes action accordingly. When Hurricane Fiona hit Puerto Rico in September, the storm's strong winds knocked out the fragile power grid, resulting in a nearly island-wide blackout.
The World's Population Has Reached 8 Billion - How Is The World Changing Now?
According to the $ United Nations$ , the world's population has reached 8 billion mark on 15 November.. Since the world population reached seven billion for the first time in 2011, an additional one billion people have been added in the previous 11 years. The issue of overpopulation, which is connected to climate change, is heightened as a result.
Taliban To Govern Afghanistan By Their Interpretation Of Sharia Law
Taliban to govern Afghanistan by their interpretation of Sharia Law as they have ordered judges in Afghanistan to fully enforce their version of Sharia Law, which could include public executions, amputations, and flogging. This is a move that experts fear will make human rights in the poor country even worse.
Jeff Bezos Said He Will Give Away Most Of His Wealth
Amazon founder Jeff Bezos said he will give away most of his wealth. It was the first time he had ever made a pledge like this, and he suggested in an interview on CNN that he would donate the majority of his money to charity during his lifetime. He is estimated to be worth $124 billion.
Even As Populations Of Other Large Fish Improve, The Threat Of Extinction For Sharks Grows
Successful fisheries management and conservation efforts have helped bring some species of tuna and billfish back from decades of population reductions. This includes southern bluefin tuna, black marlins, and swordfish. New evidence reveals that populations of other large fish improve, the threat of extinction for sharks grows.
Zelensky Visits Kherson - Long And Difficult Path Ahead Moving Forward
Zelensky visits Kherson on Monday, November 13, 2022, and said Ukraine's recapture of Kherson marked "the beginning of the end of the war" during a surprise visit to the newly liberated city.
A Mysterious City Explosion Kills Several People and Injures Many
A mysterious city explosion kills several people and injures many as the president of Turkey said that an explosion on a busy pedestrian street in the center of Istanbul has killed at least six people and hurt 81 others.
Mr. Brightside And The Never-ending Hit
Mr. Brightside and the never-ending hit of The Killers has established a new record after remaining in the UK's Top 100 for 260 consecutive weeks, which is equivalent to an entire five years. Nothing else comes close. Snow Patrol's Chasing Cars is the second-longest-running chart hit, having spent 166 weeks at the top. Mr. Brightside is streamed 1.2 million times per week on average, and has sold 3.52 million copies since its initial release in 2003.
Recycled Bulletproof Vest Batteries Deliver Five Times More Energy
A new development in lithium-sulfur batteries at the University of Michigan has showed that recycled bulletproof vest batteries deliver five times more energy. Since lithium-ion batteries need unethical cobalt mining activities and produce a lot of carbon dioxide (CO2), this new innovation would be a far more powerful and environmentally friendly replacement for them.
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"We Shouldn't Underestimate This Storm," Pierluisi Says As Hurricane Fiona Hits Puerto Rico
"We shouldn't underestimate this storm," Pierluisi says as Hurricane Fiona hits Puerto Rico. At a briefing on Saturday, Gov. Pedro Pierluisi warned his country. Pierluisi of Puerto Rico said on Facebook Sunday afternoon that more than 1.5 million people will experience power outages as a Category 1 storm with sustained winds of 85 mph and heavy rains approaches the island.
Super Typhoon Nanmadol Forces Four Million People To Evacuate In Japan
This morning, September 18, typhoon Nanmadol made landfall, bringing with it gusts of 112 mph (180 km/h) and heavy rainfall that could exceed 20 inches in some places. Super typhoon Nanmadol forces four million people to evacuate in Japan. On the southernmost tip of the island of Kyushu, one of the four islands that make up the bulk of Japan, close to the city of Kagoshima, it first made landfall.
A Strong Earthquake Strikes Southeastern Taiwan, Injuring 146 People
TAIPEI, Taiwan - A strong earthquake strikes southeastern Taiwan on Sunday, September 18, as per the island's weather bureau. The quake caused train carriages to derail, caused a convenience store to collapse, and caused hundreds of people to become stranded on mountain roads. As per the weather bureau, the epicenter was located in Taitung county. This quake came after a 6.4 magnitude tremor that occurred on Saturday evening in the same region, however, it did not result in any fatalities.