ENVIRONMENTAL

Nov 10 2025SCIENCE

Tiny Plastic Pieces, Big Differences: How Scientists Tell Them Apart

Plastic pollution is a big problem. Tiny pieces of plastic, called microplastics, are everywhere. They come in different types, and each type acts differently in nature and can be harmful in different ways. Scientists have been trying to find a way to tell these different types of microplastics apa

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Nov 10 2025POLITICS

EPA Chief Talks Policy and Politics

Lee Zeldin, the head of the Environment Protection Agency (EPA), was the star of a policy event. It happened on November 10. Breitbart News organized it. They teamed up with CGCN Group and the ALFA Institute for this. Zeldin has been busy. He's been tackling a big problem. Raw sewage from Mexico ha

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Nov 10 2025ENVIRONMENT

Americans Put Nature on the Ballot

A recent survey shows that a big chunk of Americans, 72%, are more likely to vote for politicians who promise to protect the environment and endangered species. This poll, done by a group that advocates for animals and nature, asked over 2, 000 adults if they care about these issues. The answer was

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Nov 10 2025ENVIRONMENT

Pumpkin Destruction for a Greener Future

Every year, a peculiar event takes place at the Goodenow Grove Nature Preserve. It's not your typical gathering. Instead of quiet walks or birdwatching, people come to smash pumpkins. This isn't just about having fun, though. It's about helping the environment. The event, known as the Pumpkin Smash

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Nov 10 2025ENVIRONMENT

Climate Change: What's Really Happening Right Now?

Climate change is speeding up. It's not just getting warmer; it's getting warmer faster. The past few years have seen record-breaking temperatures. A big study in June showed that the average global temperature is now rising by 0. 27 degrees Celsius every ten years. That's almost 50% faster than it

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Nov 08 2025ENVIRONMENT

Green Spaces Get a New Guardian in San Diego

San Diego's Tijuana River Valley Community Garden is getting a new caretaker. Olivewood Gardens and Learning Center, a nonprofit from National City, is stepping in to manage the garden. This change comes after the Resource Conservation District of Greater San Diego County decided to leave due to hea

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Nov 08 2025LIFESTYLE

Clean Skin Without Soap? It's Possible!

People often think that not using soap means being dirty. But some folks have found that skipping soap can actually lead to healthier skin. This idea might seem strange at first, but there are good reasons why some people choose to go soap-free. For many, soap is a daily habit. It's something we've

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Nov 07 2025ENVIRONMENT

Our Planet: A Paradise Worth Saving

Some very rich people think our planet is doomed. They want to leave and live somewhere else in space. They believe only a few hundred people, including themselves, are good enough to go. They think the rest of us should stay behind and face the consequences. But is our planet really doomed? Scient

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Nov 07 2025ENVIRONMENT

Sunflower Straw: A Green Solution for Oil Spills?

Sunflower straw, a common agricultural waste, has been given a new purpose. Scientists have been experimenting with it to clean up oil spills. They treated the straw with two different chemicals: silanization and acetylation. The goal was to see how well the treated straw could soak up oil. The exp

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Nov 06 2025ENVIRONMENT

Celebrities Shine at Earthshot Prize Event in Brazil

Prince William made a grand entrance at the Earthshot Prize event in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. The star-studded affair took place at the Museum of Tomorrow, marking the fifth year of the prestigious awards. This year's ceremony was a mix of glamour and environmental awareness, with big names like Shaw

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