Articles for author: Annette Uy

deforested area with green trees on brown soil

The Controversial Role of Deforestation in Protecting Human Livelihoods Versus Saving Forest Species

Annette Uy

Deforestation involves the large-scale removal of trees from forested areas. This practice, often driven by the growing demands of agriculture, urbanization, and industry, poses a complex dilemma: balancing the immediate needs of human livelihoods with the long-term necessity of conserving forest species. This duality leads to heated debates among environmentalists, economists, and policymakers alike. The ...

The Mapinguari: South America's Mythical Giant Sloth

The Mapinguari: South America’s Mythical Giant Sloth

Annette Uy

Imagine wandering through the dense, dripping Amazon rainforest, every shadow playing tricks on your senses, when suddenly, an unearthly howl splits the humid air. Leaves rustle, trees sway, and you catch a whiff of something so foul it nearly knocks you off your feet. Is it just the jungle playing games, or have you stumbled ...

The Crazy Horse Memorial: One Family's Ongoing Sculptural Rebellion

The Crazy Horse Memorial: One Family’s Ongoing Sculptural Rebellion

Annette Uy

The wind howls across the Black Hills, brushing against a mountain face that’s slowly, stubbornly transforming into a vision unlike anything else on Earth. High above the pines, the unfinished profile of a Lakota warrior emerges—a colossal act of resistance, ambition, and grit. The Crazy Horse Memorial is not just a sculpture; it’s a living ...

The Hum: What’s Causing a Low-Frequency Sound That Only Some People Hear?

The Hum: What’s Causing a Low-Frequency Sound That Only Some People Hear?

Annette Uy

Imagine lying awake in the dead of night, your room perfectly still—except for a deep, rumbling sound that seems to vibrate through your bones. You check every appliance, close every window, but the mysterious noise never fades. It’s not just in your head; for thousands around the world, this phenomenon is known as “The Hum.” ...

a body of water surrounded by a lush green hillside

The Water Scarcity Crisis: How We Can Solve the Growing Global Water Shortage

Annette Uy

Water is the essence of life, nourishing ecosystems and supporting agriculture, which in turn fuels our existence. However, with the world’s water resources under increasing pressure, the crisis of water scarcity is becoming a significant concern. This issue not only affects human populations but also impacts wildlife and ecosystems, challenging the intricate balance of our ...

What AI Facial Recognition Is Teaching Us About Pet Emotions

What AI Facial Recognition Is Teaching Us About Pet Emotions

Annette Uy

Imagine walking into your living room and your dog greets you with a wagging tail, bright eyes, and a tongue lolling out in delight. You probably think you know exactly how your pet feels—happy, excited, maybe even a little mischievous. But what if you could know for sure? Today, thanks to incredible breakthroughs in artificial ...

Some German Frogs Scream Loudly When Touched, Just for Drama

Some German Frogs Scream Loudly When Touched, Just for Drama

Annette Uy

Imagine strolling through a quiet forest in Germany, the morning mist curling around your boots, when suddenly a high-pitched screech slices through the calm. It’s not a bird, not a fox, but a tiny frog letting loose an alarm so dramatic, you might think it’s auditioning for a role in a horror film. Believe it ...

World Turtle Day: The Fight to Save Freshwater Turtle Habitats

World Turtle Day: The Fight to Save Freshwater Turtle Habitats

Annette Uy

Have you ever watched a turtle glide silently through a clear, sunlit stream, its shell glinting like a living shield? There’s something ancient and almost mystical about turtles, as if they carry the wisdom of the Earth on their backs. Yet, on this World Turtle Day, a somber reality looms: freshwater turtles are in trouble, ...

The Flightless Birds of New Zealand: Why So Many Evolved to Walk, Not Fly

The Flightless Birds of New Zealand: Why So Many Evolved to Walk, Not Fly

Annette Uy

Imagine a land where birds outnumber mammals, where ancient forests echo with strange, haunting calls, and where some of the world’s oddest creatures have wandered for millions of years. New Zealand is a place like no other—a lost world where the rules of evolution seem to have been rewritten. But why, out of all places ...