Environmental News Network

Obesity Could Be Linked to a Rise in Fatty Liver Disease in Young Adults

One in five young people have fatty liver disease (steatosis), with one in 40 having already developed liver scarring (fibrosis), research published today [15 January] has found.

Walnuts May Be Good for The Gut and Help Promote Heart Health

Walnuts may not just be a tasty snack, they may also promote good-for-your-gut bacteria.

NASA's ARIA Team Helps in Puerto Rico Quake Response

NASA's ARIA team mapped damage in southwestern Puerto Rico following a 6.4-magnitude quake and hundreds of aftershocks.

Cyanobacteria in Water and On Land Identified as Source of Methane

Cyanobacteria, also known as blue-green algae, are among the most common organisms on Earth.

When Bushfires Create Their Own Weather System

The recent bushfires in Australia have been terrifying. As we talk of firenadoes and megablazes, we're understanding just how dangerous and unpredictable fire behaviour can be.