Vaquita porpoises at risk of immediate extinction due to illegal fishing trade, says WWF
The world’s rarest marine mammal, the vaquita porpoise, has lost half of its population in one year. Just last year, it was reported by the…
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Study shows Canadian glaciers are major contributor to sea level rise
According to a new study, Canada’s glaciers are having a serious effect on rising sea levels. As climate change begins to rear its ugly head,…
Snail venom provides new hope for people suffering from chronic pain
A compound found in snail venom may be the future of treatment for severe chronic pain. The peptide compound is called Rg1A, and it is…
NASA confirms discovery of seven Earth-like planets
It’s not aliens, but we might be close: NASA scientists have confirmed the discovery of a solar system filled with Earth-like planets. In a video…
Tyrant alpha chimp killed, cannibalized in rare intra-tribe murder
A recent study has theorized that a chimpanzee murder so grisly and rare that it left the anthropologist leading the study “disturbed” was most likely about…
Building a movement to support women in science and tech
Last weekend marked the second annual International Day of Women and Girls in Science (IDWGS). The day, which takes place on Feb. 11, was first…
March for Science scheduled to challenge Trump presidency
Scientists across the United States will march to protest recent anti-science efforts by the Trump administration in what’s being called the “March for Science.” The…
Science activism is on the rise – here’s what you can do to help
Scientific activism is on the rise. Whether the result of the recent U.S. election, or fatigue from constantly fighting against science censorship, it is becoming…
Five reasons Winnipeg is still better than Mars, even if it’s colder sometimes
Winnipeg is colder than Mars. It’s a statement Winnipeggers love to repeat, some in a tone of disdain, some in a tone of pride. And…
Major oil leak occurs on First Nation territory in Saskatchewan
Just over 200,000 litres of oil has been leaked on First Nations territory in Saskatchewan. The oil leak affects farmland on the Ocean Man First…