Alien invasion: Non-native earthworms threaten ecosystems
An alien invasion capable of triggering catastrophic changes is underway across North America. At least 70 imported earthworm species have colonized the continent, and represent a largely overlooked threat to native ecosystems, according to a new stu.....»»
Satellites reveal ecosystems most vulnerable to drought
More severe droughts that will also last longer: this will primarily be a problem for irrigated croplands, as discovered by environmental scientist Qi Chen. Mixed forests with a variety of plant species will be the least vulnerable. Chen compared the.....»»
Ecosystems study finds the higher the environmental stress, the lower the resistance to global change
An international study led by the Institute of Natural Resources and Agrobiology of Seville (IRNAS-CSIC), of the Spanish National Research Council (CISC), has shown that as the number of global change factors increases, terrestrial ecosystems become.....»»
Indigenous fire management "locks up" carbon
Scientists have revealed Indigenous fire management can "lock up" more carbon than other methods of native bushland management and the practice could prove very lucrative for landholders......»»
Antarctica vulnerable to invasive species hitching rides on plastic and organic debris, oceanographic model shows
Antarctica's unique ecosystems could be threatened by the arrival of non-native marine species and marine pollution from Southern Hemisphere landmasses, new oceanographic modeling shows......»»
Pore structure characteristics found to influence carbon mineralization under conservation tillage
Soil aggregates are the basic units of soil structure and serve as a reservoir for soil carbon, playing a crucial role in the carbon cycle of ecosystems. The pore characteristics of soil aggregates influence the mineralization of soil organic carbon......»»
Humans can work with nature to solve big environmental problems—but there"s no quick fix, researchers say
"Nature-based solutions" are gaining momentum in environmental policy, including in Australia. They involve working with nature to protect, restore or manage ecosystems in a way that benefits both people and the environment......»»
Study finds European attitudes shifted after Ukraine invasion
An ongoing survey captures how the Russian invasion of Ukraine affected attitudes in European countries not directly involved in the conflict......»»
Trees stripped by invasive caterpillars muster defenses that can harm native insects, research shows
An invasive insect with an insatiable appetite can cause serious problems for a favorite native moth that likes the same food source—even though the two are never in direct competition for a meal, according to new research, published in the journal.....»»
Apple Vision Pro review: six month stasis
After six months with Apple Vision Pro, things feel stuck. A glacial rollout of immersive content, a lack of native apps, and no word of Apple Intelligence make the $3,500 product harder to swallow.Apple Vision Pro review: stuck in placeApple Vision.....»»
UAW president uses DNC speech to threaten Stellantis, praise Harris
The union leader wore a shirt calling former President Donald Trump a scab and said workers will take action against Stellantis if it doesn't follow through on promises it made in last year's labor agreement......»»
Understanding of early life ecosystems sheds light on evolution of life on Earth
With a new understanding of past life on the planet through fossils, a Mississippi State biological sciences faculty member is helping researchers better predict Earth's future......»»
Is Alien: Romulus the comeback film its sci-fi franchise has long needed?
Is Alien: Romulus really the return to form that its sci-fi franchise has long been in desperate need of? Or is it another unfortunate disappointment?.....»»
Is Alien the ultimate directors’ franchise?
From Ridley Scott to James Cameron to David Fincher, the Alien series has long functioned as a revolving door of great directors......»»
Alien vs. Predator is better than you remember. Seriously!
Alien vs. Predator received mixed reviews when it came out 2004, but 20 years later the movie has aged well and is better than you remember......»»
‘Skip’ is a new tool to bring iOS apps to Android
One big hurdle with app development is that generally speaking, you have to build separate apps for both iOS and Android. There are cross platform frameworks such as React Native, however that generally results in a subpar experience on both platform.....»»
Like Alien: Romulus? Then watch these three great sci-fi movies now
Spaceships, aliens, terror, and suspense – if you loved Alien: Romulus, you should check out these three great sci-fi movies right now......»»
Alien 3 is the most underrated movie in the Alien franchise. Deal with it.
Almost everyone picks the first two Alien movies as the best, but we're sharing the reasons why Alien 3 is the most underrated movie in the franchise......»»
10 best horror sequels, ranked
The new release of Alien: Romulus is the perfect reason to look back at the all-time best horror sequels, from 2018's Halloween to Bride of Frankenstein......»»
Exposing myths about ballot collection on Native American reservations
Third-party collection of mail-in ballots has helped rural residents and those with disabilities to vote, yet the practice has become contentious and the target of laws aimed at restricting it......»»
Alien: Romulus’ ending, explained
Here's everything you need to know about the shocking, horrifying ending of Alien: Romulus......»»