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pink moon

Pink Moon to Illuminate Skies today: What to Expect

Get ready for the Pink Moon illuminating Jacksonville skies on Tuesday evening, though it may not appear pink as its name suggests. Named after springtime phlox blooms, this celestial event continues the tradition of Native American-inspired moon names.
Apr 23, 2024
By Anshul Panda
Bird flu

US Funds Risky Bird Flu Research, Creating Lethal Strains of Virus with China: Concerns Rise Over Pandemic Origins

The US government allocates $1 million for bird flu research, partnering with Chinese scientists to study transmissibility and potential risks to humans. Despite earlier restrictions, funding began in April 2021 and will continue until March 2026, according to documents obtained by The White Coat Waste Project. Concerns arise over collaboration with the Wuhan Institute of Virology, prompting calls for scrutiny from lawmakers and advocacy groups.
Apr 18, 2024
By Anna Ray
BLOGS AND FEATURES
Antarctica

Frozen Secret: Thousands of 'Alien-Like' Icefish Nests Found Beneath Antarctic Ice Sheet

By Samhati Bhattacharjya