Global reefs health falls amid warming and threats
A study by 240 scientists in 96 countries finds only about 30 percent of coral reefs are currently healthy, with as much as one-fifth destroyed and half damaged but savable. Global warming is named the top threat, alongside disease, overfishing, coastal development and land runoff. The reefs contribute $375 billion in global economic benefits and support food chains, fisheries and shore protection.
LIVESTRONG bracelets spark a fashion and fund drive
The yellow LIVESTRONG bracelet honors cancer survivors and funds research. People from Cornell to Fox Chase to Seattle explain its motivation, while imitators create colored versions for various causes and conversations about health and awareness.
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Chinese fermentations possibly 9000-year wine find
Scientists led by Patrick McGovern report Jiahu vessels dated 7000 B C to 9000 years ago held residues matching rice and grape wines, honey and fruit. earliest evidence suggests China may predate prior finds in Iran and Mesopotamia. The study, online in PNAS, notes fermented drinks aided agricultural and cultural development.
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