Relaxing is supposed to be good for the body and soul, but people with anxiety may actively resist relaxation and continue worrying to avoid a large jump in anxiety if something bad does happen, according to Penn State research.
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Wildfires in Bolivia Have Killed an Estimated 2 Million Animals So Far This Year
More than 2 million animals have been killed by wildfires in Bolivia in recent months, including jaguars, pumas, and ocelots, AFP reported.
Veg 'Nudge': An Extra Vegetarian Option Cuts Meat Consumption Without Denting Food Sales
A study of over 94,000 cafeteria meal choices has found that doubling the vegetarian options – from one in four to two in four – increased the proportion of plant-based purchases by between 40-80% without affecting overall food sales.
NASA Satellite Shows Typhoon Mitag’s Large Reach Over East China Sea
The bulk of Typhoon Mitag’s clouds and precipitation has been pushed north of its center, extending its reach over the East China Sea.
Collapse of Desert Birds Due to Heat Stress from Climate Change
As temperatures rise, desert birds need more water to cool off at the same time as deserts are becoming drier, setting some species up for a severe crash, if not extinction, according to a new study from the University of California, Berkeley.
Tracing the Origins of Air Pollutants in India
At any moment in Delhi, India, a resident might start their car, releasing exhaust that floats into the atmosphere.