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Conservation efforts in the U.S. gained momentum in the early 1900s, culminating in the 1973 Endangered Species Act (ESA), which has since protected over 2,000 species. A report by the Center for Biological Diversity reveals that 90% of these species are recovering as per their federal recovery plans. Notable success stories include the brown pelican, which rebounded from near extinction due to DDT, with populations soaring from 1,276 to nearly 11,000 nesting pairs by 2007. Similarly, the Virginia northern flying squirrel increased from just 10 individuals in 1985 to 1,100 by 2013, thanks to habitat restoration efforts. The Steller sea lion's population grew from 18,000 in 1979 to 70,000 in 2010, leading to its delisting in 2013. Other species, such as the Aleutian Canada goose and Lake Erie water snake, also demonstrate the ESA's effectiveness, although challenges remain for species like the gray wolf, which still faces legal battles over its protection status. 
Published: May 07 2025, 10 pmeznews.inEnglish speakers often adhere to an unspoken rule regarding the order of adjectives, which follows a specific sequence: Opinion, Size, Age, Shape, Color, Origin, Material, Purpose, and then the Noun. While native speakers may not consciously recognize this structure, it can significantly enhance fluency and naturalness in speech. For instance, the phrase "a beautiful small old round yellow Italian leather handbag" flows more smoothly than "a yellow old beautiful Italian leather round small handbag." This grammatical quirk, highlighted in a viral 2016 social media post referencing Mark Forsyth's book _The Elements of Eloquence_, poses challenges for non-native speakers. Unlike English, other languages, such as French, exhibit more flexible adjective placement. The reasons behind this rigid order remain unclear, with theories suggesting a progression from subjective to objective descriptors. Additionally, English features other unwritten rules, such as ablaut reduplication, which can further complicate language learning.
Published: May 08 2025, 11 pmeznews.inThe enigmatic "Sea Peoples," a coalition of nomadic seafarers, are often cited as key players in the collapse of several ancient Bronze Age civilizations, including the Mycenaeans and Hittites, around the late 13th and early 12th centuries BCE. While their existence is documented in Egyptian records, notably on the mortuary temple of Pharaoh Ramesses III, they left no material culture or written accounts, leading to ongoing debates among historians about their origins and impact. The temple fresco depicts a fierce battle against these marauders, identified as tribes such as the Peleset and Shekelesh, believed to have come from regions like Sicily and Anatolia. Despite their eventual defeat in Egypt, the Sea Peoples' raids may have contributed to the broader Late Bronze Age Collapse, a phenomenon attributed to various factors, including climate change and disease. However, the lack of concrete evidence leaves their true role in history shrouded in mystery.
Published: May 08 2025, 11 pmeznews.inThe Wollemi pine, often dubbed the "dinosaur tree," is a critically endangered conifer that once thrived alongside dinosaurs during the Jurassic period. Long thought extinct, this ancient species was rediscovered in 1994 in a remote gorge of Wollemi National Park, New South Wales, Australia. Standing up to 40 meters tall, the Wollemi pine is characterized by its needle-like leaves and deeply furrowed bark. With only about 100 specimens remaining in the wild, the trees face threats from diseases and wildfires, particularly following devastating bushfires in eastern Australia from 2019 to 2020. Conservationists are now working to breed genetically diverse Wollemi pines, distributing them to botanic gardens worldwide to safeguard the species against climate change. Recent successes include a Wollemi pine in England that has begun producing seeds, marking a hopeful step towards the preservation of this living link to the prehistoric past.
Published: May 06 2025, 7 ameznews.inA recent study led by Dr. Ulrike Bingel has revealed that the nocebo effect—where negative expectations exacerbate pain—operates more strongly and persistently than the placebo effect, which alleviates pain through positive expectations. The research involved 104 participants who experienced varying levels of pain while being misled about the effects of a sham electrical device. Results showed that those anticipating increased pain rated their discomfort significantly higher than those in the control group, with nocebo effects lasting longer than placebo effects. On the first day, nocebo participants reported an average pain increase of 11.3 points, compared to a 4.2-point decrease for placebo participants. The findings underscore the importance of healthcare professionals' communication, as negative expectations can impair treatment efficacy and increase side effects. The study, published in eLife, highlights the need for further exploration into the brain mechanisms behind these effects.
Published: May 09 2025, 12 ameznews.inImagine attending a dinner party with Pythagoras, where discussions about triangles and his peculiar belief that beans are tiny humans might dominate the conversation. You'd also need to be wary of his infamous invention, the Pythagorean Cup, a vessel designed to prank unsuspecting drinkers. Unlike ordinary cups, this "cup of justice" drains its contents if filled too high, thanks to a clever mechanism involving a U-shaped tube within its stem. When the liquid reaches the tube, gravity causes it to siphon out, leaving the drinker embarrassed. Although often attributed to Pythagoras, he likely did not invent the cup, which has been around for centuries. The siphoning principle is also utilized in various everyday items, from urinals to washing machine trays. While one could avoid the prank by using a dense liquid like mercury, the risks of mercury poisoning may outweigh the benefits of dodging a playful trick.
Published: May 08 2025, 10 pmeznews.inThe election of a new pope, a significant event for the 1.4 billion Roman Catholics worldwide, is marked by the iconic smoke signals emitted from a temporary chimney atop the Sistine Chapel. Since the early 1900s, black smoke indicates that no pope has been elected, while white smoke (fumata bianca) announces a successful election. The white smoke is produced by burning ballots with potassium chlorate, lactose, and rosin, while black smoke results from potassium perchlorate, anthracene, and sulfur when no candidate secures the necessary votes. Historically, a third color, yellow smoke (fumata gialla), was used for testing the chimney, but since 2005, a modern stove has ensured clear differentiation between white and black smoke, eliminating past confusion. Once white smoke appears, bells toll, and the Protodeacon announces, "Habemus Papam!" signifying the election of a new pope.
Published: May 08 2025, 11 pmeznews.inZookeepers at Zoos Victoria have captured an extraordinary array of sounds from their elephants following a recent reunion at a newly established habitat near Werribee Zoo. This reunion, which followed a prolonged separation of the bull, Luk Chai, from the herd, showcased vocalizations that keepers had never encountered in decades of care. The elephants, now enjoying a more spacious environment, displayed heightened communication, with keeper Christie Trerice noting the remarkable variety in frequencies and pitches. While the exact meanings of these sounds remain unclear, they likely expressed excitement, surprise, and social greetings. The herd dynamics were carefully managed, with Luk Chai kept apart initially to ease the transition. The interaction between him and the calves was particularly heartwarming, as they approached him gently, highlighting the importance of social bonds in elephant families. This initiative reflects a broader shift in zoos towards conservation and enriching animal experiences.
Published: May 08 2025, 8 pmeznews.inOn February 3, 2022, SpaceX launched 49 Starlink satellites, but most were lost shortly after due to re-entry into the Earth's atmosphere, which the company initially attributed to a geomagnetic storm. However, new research suggests that a more complex solar event may have been the true cause. The atmosphere expanded unexpectedly during the storm, increasing drag on the satellites and causing them to lose altitude and speed, ultimately leading to their demise. This phenomenon is linked to the Sun's 11-year solar cycle and a 22-year Hale cycle, which involves the formation and cancellation of magnetic structures. Dr. Scott McIntosh from the National Center for Atmospheric Research noted that the "terminator" event in December 2021 may have disrupted predictions for solar activity, contributing to the unexpected atmospheric conditions. While geomagnetic storms can influence atmospheric density, they do not fully explain the satellites' failure, highlighting ongoing mysteries about solar dynamics.
Published: May 08 2025, 9 pmeznews.inThe Soviet Union's KOSMOS 482 Venus spacecraft, launched in 1972 but never reaching its intended destination, is expected to re-enter Earth's atmosphere in the coming days. Part of a successful series of missions that included the Venera probes, KOSMOS 482 malfunctioned shortly after launch, resulting in its separation into four pieces, with two remaining in low Earth orbit. Now, after decades in a decaying orbit, satellite analyst Marco Langbroek predicts the spacecraft will impact Earth on May 10, 2025, around 7:34 UTC. Weighing nearly 500 kg, the craft poses minimal risk, akin to a meteorite impact, though its parachute system is unlikely to function after 53 years. The re-entry could occur over land or ocean, with a watery landing being the most probable outcome. Langbroek will continue to monitor the spacecraft's trajectory as the date approaches.
Published: May 08 2025, 5 pmeznews.inA new hybrid penguin, dubbed the "rockaroni," emerges from the rare mating of rockhopper and macaroni penguins, as highlighted in National Geographic's series _Secrets Of The Penguins_. This unique phenomenon has only been documented a few times, with the hybrids showcasing surprising adaptability and reproductive success, raising questions about potential new species in the future. Narrated by Blake Lively, the series captures unprecedented behaviors, including emperor penguins practicing egg exchanges with snowballs and the collaborative hunting tactics of Galapagos penguins. Dr. Pablo Garcia Borboroglu notes that while hybridization in birds often fails, the rockaroni's survival and breeding capabilities with both hybrids and parent species mark a significant evolutionary development. The series, premiering on April 21 on Disney+, promises to deepen our understanding of penguin biology and the evolutionary possibilities within these resilient creatures.
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