Vancouver Island’s beloved marmot Violet is ready to predict the weather this Groundhog Day Endangered Marmot Van Isle Violet to Test Perfect Groundhog Day Record Vancouver: Vancouver Island’s favorite weather-predicting marmot, Van Isle Violet, is gearing up for her big moment on February 2. She’s got a perfect track record, having seen her shadow for…
Discover how animals adapt to winter’s challenges with unique survival strategies Four Fascinating Ways Animals Survive the Winter City: Canada. You know, when winter rolls around, we humans have it pretty good with our cozy homes and warm clothes. But wild animals? They don’t have those luxuries. They’ve got to rely on some pretty cool…
Discover the surprising benefits of snow that go beyond its beauty and charm Snow’s Hidden Superpowers Unveiled: More Than Meets the Eye Canada: You know how we all complain about snow in the winter? Well, it turns out that snow is way more than just a hassle. It’s like this hidden treasure with some pretty…
Tonight, six planets will align in a stunning display visible across the sky Look Up! A Six-Planet Parade Shines Across the Sky Tonight City: Toronto Hey there! So, guess what? Tonight, if you look up, you’ll see a fantastic sight. Six planets are putting on a show in the sky. It’s called a ‘planet parade,’…
NASA’s satellites have tracked a ghost island in the Caspian Sea that appeared and vanished within a year, revealing nature’s surprises. NASA Satellites Reveal the Mystery of a Disappearing Ghost Island Baku: So, get this! In 2023, a little island popped up in the Caspian Sea, just off Azerbaijan’s coast. It was there for a…
Earthquakes remain unpredictable due to complex geological factors and limitations in technology Explained: Why Earthquakes Are So Difficult to Predict City: Vancouver: So, why can’t we predict when the next big earthquake will strike? It’s a tricky question, and there are a few reasons behind it. First off, tectonic plates are always moving, but they…
A new study reveals that Arctic tundra is now emitting more carbon than it captures, raising concerns about climate change. Parts of Tundra Releasing More Carbon Than They Absorb, Study Finds City: Arctic. A recent study has thrown a curveball at our understanding of the tundra. It turns out that some areas are now releasing…
As Tahlequah mourns her calf, a professor calls for a deeper understanding of animal emotions Professor Urges Ethical Rethink After Orca’s Grief Swim for Lost Calf Vancouver Island: So, there’s this orca named Tahlequah, and she’s been spotted carrying her dead calf again. It’s heartbreaking, right? This is the second time in seven years, and…
On January 16, Blue Origin’s New Glenn reached orbit, while SpaceX’s Starship faced a fiery end, highlighting the challenges of space exploration. A Tale of Two Rockets: New Glenn Soars While Starship Crashes Down Florida: January 16 was a wild day for space enthusiasts. Blue Origin’s New Glenn rocket took off for the first time…
A meteorite crash in P.E.I. marks a historic first for the province, captured on video and sound First Meteorite Ever Found in P.E.I. Arrived with a Literal Bang Charlottetown: You won’t believe what just happened in P.E.I.! Last July, a meteorite crashed down, and it’s a big deal because it’s the first one ever found…