Articles for author: Maria Faith Saligumba

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The Craters No One Talks About: Impact Sites Across the U.S.

When you think about cosmic impacts, your mind probably jumps to the extinction of dinosaurs or dramatic Hollywood scenes of asteroids hurtling toward Earth. But here’s something that might shock you: the United States is absolutely riddled with impact craters, and most people have no idea they exist. These silent witnesses to Earth’s violent cosmic ...

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The Impact of Illegal Wildlife Trade on Mexico’s Ecosystems

The illegal wildlife trade is a shadowy enterprise that lurks beneath the surface of global conservation efforts. In Mexico, this clandestine activity is not just an environmental issue; it is a crisis that strikes at the heart of biodiversity. As one of the world’s most biologically diverse countries, Mexico is home to a myriad of ...

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The Untold Histories of Queer Naturalists and Biologists

For centuries, science textbooks have been sanitized, scrubbed clean of the messy, beautiful, and complex lives of the people who shaped our understanding of the natural world. Behind groundbreaking discoveries in biology, botany, and natural history stand individuals whose personal lives were as fascinating and diverse as the species they studied. These scientists didn’t just ...

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12 Medical Innovations That Could Change the Future of Humanity

In a world that is constantly evolving, the field of medicine stands as a beacon of hope for a brighter future. With every passing year, new medical innovations emerge, each holding the potential to transform the way we perceive and treat diseases. These innovations are not just about curing illnesses; they are about enhancing the ...

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What If the First Humans to Colonize Mars Forget Earth’s History?

Picture this: A child born on Mars asks their parent, “What was the color of Earth’s sky?” The parent pauses, struggling to remember if it was blue or green. This isn’t science fiction anymore—it’s a genuine concern as we stand on the brink of becoming an interplanetary species. The first Mars colonists will carry humanity’s ...

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Where Sun Bears Climb and Play: A Hidden Gem in Borneo

Picture this: deep in the heart of Borneo’s ancient rainforests, where mist clings to towering dipterocarp trees and the air hums with the calls of a thousand species, there’s a sanctuary that’s changing everything we thought we knew about one of the world’s most mysterious bears. The Bornean Sun Bear Conservation Centre isn’t just another ...

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Savannah’s Ghost Map: How Science Is Unraveling the City’s Haunting Reputation

Savannah, Georgia, sits draped in Spanish moss and steeped in supernatural lore like no other American city. For centuries, locals and visitors have whispered about phantom footsteps echoing through cobblestone squares, mysterious orbs floating through historic mansions, and unexplained cold spots that send shivers down spines on sweltering summer nights. But what if science could ...