Seal pups have been drowning because of thin and melting ice due to warmer than usual weather. So, the Canadian government has reduced the hunting quota by about 20 percent according to Doug Struck writing for the Washington Post: "Canadian … [Read more...] about Warm Weather, Lower Quota for Seal Hunt
How Much Money for Climate Change Research in Australia?
According to science writer, Julian Cribb, “climate change has unleashed the biggest academic gold rush in recent history, with state and federal governments splashing tens, even hundreds of millions of dollars around almost weekly on new projects … [Read more...] about How Much Money for Climate Change Research in Australia?
Choosing Between a Whale, Kangaroo or Beef Steak? A note from Ann Novek
Hi Jennifer, In the spirit of Steve Irwin, we have learned that no wild animals should be killed for food as we have an abundance of farm animals. Also, many people believe that activities such as whaling belong in the past. However, a report … [Read more...] about Choosing Between a Whale, Kangaroo or Beef Steak? A note from Ann Novek
US Supreme Court Rules on C02
"The US supreme court yesterday issued a landmark ruling in favour of environmentalists and against George Bush's stance on global warming. The court judged that the federal Environmental Protection Agency had the power through a clean air law to … [Read more...] about US Supreme Court Rules on C02
Earth Hour and Candles: A Note from Sylvia
Hi Jennifer, I suppose you've heard about Sydney's "Earth Hour". I'm not sure whether to be amused, or saddened, by TV footage showing people turning off their lights, and using candles instead. It seems to indicate a total lack of … [Read more...] about Earth Hour and Candles: A Note from Sylvia
Queensland Tsunami Warning
TOP PRIORITY FOR IMMEDIATE BROADCASTQUEENSLAND TSUNAMI WARNING Issued at 8:57am on Monday the 2nd of April 2007, by the Bureau of Meteorology For people in coastal areas of Queensland. TOP PRIORITY FOR IMMEDIATE BROADCAST TSUNAMI BULLETIN TSUNAMI … [Read more...] about Queensland Tsunami Warning
Jennifer Marohasy BSc PhD is a critical thinker with expertise in the scientific method.
