Source:THE CONVERSATION The Great Barrier Reef is vast and spectacular. But repeated mass coral bleachings, driven by high ocean temperatures, are threatening the survival of coral colonies which are the backbone of the reef. Our study, published today in Nature, provides a new long-term picture of the ocean surface temperatures driving coral bleaching. It shows…
Source-THE CONVERSATION If you’re a fishing enthusiast, you may have already noticed abnormalities or parasites in the wild fish you catch. In fact, the fish we commonly find in our lakes, such as bass or trout, harbour several species of parasites. Although parasites are a natural part of ecosystems, their presence can potentially have serious…
In a quiet Missouri City neighborhood, tragedy struck when an argument between neighbors escalated into violence. Daryl Evans, a 66-year-old resident, lost his life after being shot by Barbara Jean Blue, a 75-year-old neighbor. The incident has left Evans’ family grieving and seeking answers. Background The events unfolded on June 27, when Daryl and his…
Four years after Arizona voters approved Proposition 207, legalizing recreational marijuana and allowing for the expungement of certain marijuana convictions, the Arizona Supreme Court has taken further steps to extend the reach of this legislation. The recent ruling in the case of Bennett Laquan Williams, a convicted sex trafficker, has significant implications for inmates with…
A significant police response is currently underway at a shopping center in south Scottsdale due to a shooting, authorities have reported. The incident occurred on Tuesday evening just before 6 p.m. near the intersection of Scottsdale and Thomas roads. Details about the shooting are scarce, and investigators have not yet disclosed the circumstances leading up…
Last month, a Pakistani national with alleged ties to Iran was arrested on charges of conspiring to assassinate former President Donald Trump and several other public officials, according to a criminal complaint unsealed Tuesday in Brooklyn federal court. Although the complaint does not specifically name Trump, sources familiar with the case told ABC News that…
Tim Walz: Military Veteran and Minnesota Governor Chosen as Kamala Harris’ VP Pick Minnesota Governor Tim Walz has been selected by Vice President Kamala Harris as her running mate in the upcoming presidential election. Walz, a 24-year veteran of the Army National Guard, brings a unique blend of military service and political experience to the…
In a harrowing incident, a teenage girl was hit by a vehicle in front of a Phoenix high school on Monday morning. The Phoenix Police Department swiftly responded to reports of a pedestrian accident near 39th Avenue and Greenway Road, right outside Greenway High School. The young girl sustained serious injuries and was rushed to…
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu held an urgent meeting on Sunday night with Defense Minister Yoav Gallant, along with military and intelligence leaders. Before the meeting, Netanyahu emphasized, “Iran and its allies are trying to encircle us with terrorism. We are committed to fighting back on every front, both near and far. Those who threaten…
Ukraine has received its first batch of F-16 fighter jets, providing a significant enhancement to its fleet of Soviet-era aircraft amid the ongoing Russian invasion. These American-made jets are set to commence operations in Ukrainian airspace shortly, thanks to pledges from Western nations including Belgium, Denmark, the Netherlands, and Norway to deliver over 60 F-16s…