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Scientists discover "golden tree" coral in Pacific depths
Researchers at a California institute have identified a new coral species that grows over a meter tall and resembles a golden tree, discovered off Costa Rica in submarine mountains.
Global coral bleaching accelerating, scientists warn
UN backs new world map that enlarges Africa, shrinks polar regions
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BepiColombo's Mercury transfer module separates after eight-year journey
The BepiColombo spacecraft has separated its Mercury transfer module after nearly eight years in space, setting up the probe's orbital insertion around Mercury in November.
Company develops algae-based system to filter indoor air
A company called aIgreen has developed a system using algae to absorb carbon dioxide from indoor air and convert the resulting biomass into biofuel.
Global warming breaches 1.5-degree threshold, U.N. warns of rising risks
Global average temperatures exceeded the 1.5-degree warming threshold in 2024, shifting focus from prevention to limiting how long and how far temperatures rise above this climate target.
World Braces for Exceptionally Strong El Niño Through Early 2027
The World Meteorological Organization said Thursday that El Niño is expected to intensify to "very strong" levels by late 2026 and persist through February 2027, with nearly certain probability, posing risks to agriculture, water supplies and disaster patterns worldwide.
