Health & Science

Friday, November 29th 2024 - 21:46 UTC
Brazilian becomes oldest man alive

Brazil's 112-year-old João Marinho Neto has been confirmed by the Guinness Book of Records as the oldest man alive following the death on Nov. 25 of Briton John Alfred Tinniswood, who was also 112.
Friday, November 29th 2024 - 10:00 UTC
Schmidt Ocean Institute will explore South Atlantic Ocean in 2025

The California based Schmidt Ocean Institute (*) has announced its 2025 expedition schedule will take it to the South Atlantic Ocean, including Antarctica, South Georgia, Patagonian shelf, Mar del Plata and Uruguay.
Friday, November 29th 2024 - 08:22 UTC
US CDC calls for more testing of dairy workers given the spread of avian flu

United States health officials have called for more testing of employees on farms with bird flu after a new study showed that some dairy workers had signs of infection, even when they didn’t report feeling sick.
Wednesday, November 27th 2024 - 07:59 UTC
HMS Protector expedition to study impact of tourism and climate change in Antarctica

Scientists will study the impact of tourism and climate change on one of the world’s most unique and fragile environments during a Royal Navy expedition to Antarctica.
Wednesday, November 27th 2024 - 02:40 UTC
Sunday was World Walrus Day, with some 25,000 along the Atlantic

From their unmistakable tusks to their characteristic bristles (the envy of many a ‘Movember’ moustache!), the walrus is one of the Arctic’s most iconic species, and today (Sunday 24 November) is World Walrus Day!
Saturday, November 23rd 2024 - 09:36 UTC
WHO Chief recalls that mpox remains a public emergency

World Health Organization (WHO) Director-General Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus recalled through a posting on X that mpox remained a public health emergency of international concern (PHEIC) after an emergency committee meeting Friday.
Thursday, November 21st 2024 - 10:00 UTC
The astonishing sagacity and intelligence of Falklands Caracaras revealed in an IFLScience report

Scientists challenging the problem-solving capacities of rare birds of prey on the Falkland Islands have found them astonishingly quick to learn when food is on offer – and remember those skills a year later. The finding supports Darwin’s assessment of the birds’ remarkable intelligence when he visited during the voyage of the Beagle, and also shows the sorts of intelligence we most admire are more widespread among birds than has previously been acknowledged.
Thursday, November 21st 2024 - 10:00 UTC
Drones and images from space to count elephant seals in South Georgia

A team of researchers are using drones and satellite images from space to count southern elephant seals on the sub-Antarctic Island of South Georgia. Using remotely piloted aerial systems (RPAS) to capture detailed ‘on the ground’ photos; the team will compare these with satellite imagery taken from space. This work will update the last island-wide census, conducted nearly 30-years ago.
Saturday, November 16th 2024 - 10:47 UTC
Falklands’ avian flu, Government support for those emotionally affected by the situation

As we continue to monitor the situation regarding the rise of bird flu in the Falkland Islands, we understand that this may be a challenging time for some members of our community. The wellbeing of our community is a priority, and we want to remind everyone that support is available to help you navigate any concerns or emotional challenges you may be facing.
Friday, November 8th 2024 - 09:17 UTC
Cutdown in carbon dioxide emissions reported in Brazil last year

South America's largest country cut down its carbon dioxide equivalent (GtCO2e) emissions by 12% in 2023 compared to the previous year, Agencia Brasil reported Thursday citing data from the Climate Observatory. In 2023, Brazil emitted 2.3 billion tons of greenhouse gases, already a reduction from 2022's 2.6 billion tons.