Sean Penn is filming a doc in Ukraine during the invasion
Before Russia invaded Ukraine, actor Sean Penn was in the country to film a new documentary from Vice Media, and he's still there now......»»
From fields to front lines: The impact of the war in Ukraine on global food supply
One country produces about 12% of the grains (wheat, barley, maize and sunflower) traded globally. Developing countries in Africa and South Asia rely heavily on it. In fact, this country supplies up to 40% of the grain distributed by the United Natio.....»»
Newly identified protein regulates the creation of cellulose in plant cells
Cellulose—an integral component of plant cell walls—is an important source of food, paper, textiles and biofuels, but how its creation is regulated within plant cells has remained unclear. Now, a team led by researchers at Penn State has identifi.....»»
Growing cover crops under vineyard vines is a sustainability strategy
The perfect pairing for certain fine vines may be grasses. A new study by Penn State researchers shows that in regions with fertile soils that receive plenty of rainfall, growing cover crops under the vines so that the vineyard floor is completely co.....»»
Doctors on Bikes Prevented a Humanitarian Catastrophe in Ukraine
When Russia invaded, Ukraine’s HIV/Aids sufferers faced losing access to lifesaving treatment. Volunteers took enormous risks to keep the supplies moving......»»
Secret Invasion season 1, episode 4 release date, time, channel, and plot
Is G'iah dead? And what's going on with Fury's wife? Find out when and where to catch episode 4 of Secret Invasion, the new MCU show on Disney+......»»
Kakhovka Dam breach in Ukraine caused economic, agricultural and ecological devastation that will last for years
When an explosion breached the Kakhovka Dam in Ukraine on June 6, 2023, much analysis focused on near-term impacts, including the flooding of the city of Kherson, threats to the Zaporizhzhia Nuclear Power Plant and consequences for Ukrainian military.....»»
Researchers unearth rare carpoid fossil dating to the Devonian
A recent and unexpected discovery at Penn Dixie has provided new insight into the evolutionary history of an unusual group of fossils......»»
Doom-and-gloom climate news may scare but also encourage audiences
A team of Penn State researchers investigated how seeing frightening news about climate change day after day may shape the way people feel about the phenomenon and how willing they are to take action to address it......»»
Ukrainian science is struggling, threatening long-term economic recovery
The Russian invasion of Ukraine in February 2022 has done a lot of damage to the Ukrainian scientific system. The ongoing war has damaged physical infrastructure, thousands of Ukrainian scientists have fled their country to seek safety abroad, and th.....»»
Exploring how movie locations move tourism
"Star Wars" is a series of science fiction fantasy movies and television shows. As is now quite common across movies and TV, the filming locations have become popular tourist destinations for fans of the franchise. Moreover, given the Disney buyout o.....»»
Impact of war on people with intellectual disability in Ukraine
In war situations, such as in Ukraine, no one is spared. But what is the impact of war on people with (intellectual) disabilities and their loved ones? New research paints a worrisome picture. People with intellectual disabilities in Ukraine suffer e.....»»
Secret Invasion season 1, episode 3 release date, time, channel, and plot
Is Gravik's plan to take over Earth successful? Find out when and where to catch episode 3 of Secret Invasion, the new MCU show on Disney+......»»
Why do rational people believe lies online? Research explains how misinformation spreads
Misinformation is an unfortunate reality of social media. On any given day, visitors to Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and other websites can find made-up "facts" about anything from vaccines to the war in Ukraine to climate change......»»
What’s new on Disney+ in July 2023
It's another quiet month for Disney+ in July as Mickey Mouse meets himself and Secret Invasion continues to unfold in the MCU!.....»»
Apple Original sci-fi drama "Invasion" returns for second season in August
The second season of sci-fi drama series "Invasion" returns to Apple TV+ on August 23.Apple TV+ 'Invasion'"I couldn't be more excited about the return of 'Invasion' on Apple TV+," series co-creator and executive producer Simon Kinberg said in a press.....»»
Apple gave us a first look at Invasion season 2 before its August 23 release
Okay. The teaser for season 2 just might get me to finish the first season. Today, Apple TV+ released the teaser trailer for the second … The post Apple gave us a first look at Invasion season 2 before its August 23 release appeared first on BG.....»»
Secret Invasion finally fixes the lingering Avengers plot hole after Endgame
Secret Invasion is out on Disney Plus, with two episodes already available for streaming. The story has delivered plenty of exciting details about the secret … The post Secret Invasion finally fixes the lingering Avengers plot hole after Endgam.....»»
Apple Original sci-fi drama "Invasion" returns for third season in August
The second season of sci-fi drama series "Invasion" returns to Apple TV+ on August 23.Apple TV+ 'Invasion'"I couldn't be more excited about the return of 'Invasion' on Apple TV+," series co-creator and executive producer Simon Kinberg said in a press.....»»
As prices soar, Japan returns to human waste fertilizer
It's cheap, recycled, and has centuries of tradition: "shimogoe" or "fertilizer from a person's bottom" is finding new favor in Japan as Ukraine's war hikes the price of chemical alternatives......»»
Secret Invasion episode 2 used a brilliant Iron Man Easter egg to tease the Super-Skrulls
Secret Invasion is about a secret war on Earth almost no one knows is happening. A faction of the Skrulls wants to take over the … The post Secret Invasion episode 2 used a brilliant Iron Man Easter egg to tease the Super-Skrulls appeared first.....»»