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Uncovering the 80 yr old SS Monte Carlo Coronado by Aldryn Estacio

80 yr old SS Monte Carlo comes back to life after 80 years off of Coronado Beach, CA I was able to be the first to document this hidden gem from above. The shipwreck sits on the shoreline of Coronado Beach California. The ship was launched in 1921 and due to storms in 1937, the ships anchor lost its hold and drifted on the beach. There's believed to still be treasure remaining in wreckage. 
The ship is normally buried below the sand but the recent El Niño storms have now exposed the top layer. Seeing this in person and from above feels surreal and something out of a movie.

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Robot brews: How AI could flavor your next beer CNET The idea is that after trying one of IntelligentX's four beers -- named Amber AI, Black AI, Golden AI and Pale AI -- consumers use a Facebook chat bot to give feedback on what they liked and didn't like about the flavor. The algorithm, named ABI ... Robot bar workers could soon be serving artificially intelligent beer… in a computer-simulated world, of courseRobotics and Automation News (press release) (registration) all 3 news articles »

 
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Artificial Intelligence and robotics high on financial services agenda Consultancy.uk As financial services organisations predict and plan for the way consumers will manage their money in the future, artificial intelligence (AI) is high on the business development strategy for 2016 and beyond, says Gideon Hyde from design consultancy ...

 
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Asia's Unknown, Ignored And Disappearing Animals  

Often called the most beautiful of the monkeys, the Red-shanked Douc langur of Southeast Asia hasn't benefited much from its good looks. It is barely known to the public or most conservationists and is Endangered. Photo by Art G. on flickr CC BY 2.0

Try to name Asia's most endangered animals, and iconic species such as tigers, orangutans and rhinos likely leap to mind. But pangolins, langurs or saola? Not so much. Most of us haven't heard of these "other" species, and can't even picture them.

Yet these little-known primates and other mammals, amphibians, reptiles, birds and fish are no less valuable to their habitats, and to earth's overall biodiversity, than their more famous, more charismatic Asian animal compatriots.

But unfortunately for these lesser-known creatures, they face the same deadly threats as the "top" tier endangered species. They walk the same paths, use the same rainforest trees and mangrove swamps, and drink from the same rivers. They depend on the same ecosystems, and those ecosystems depend on them.

So when habitats are logged, fragmented by roads, polluted, or taken over by oil palm plantations, their survival is just as perilous as for the "big name" species.

Each species' loss slashes yet another thread from the web of life, and threatens to leave that rich weave hanging in tatters. Despite the urgent need, Asia's Almost Famous receive little attention, and even less money for research and conservation.

The leaky umbrella problem

A popular conservation argument runs this way: programs aimed at saving "celebrity" species such as orangutans in the wild also must protect their habitat. This preserved habitat then acts like a giant umbrella, which, in turn, hopefully helps shield all the other minor celebrities and total unknowns who share the same forests, swamps and estuaries over which the big name species roam.


The Sumatran rhino, like the orangutan and tiger, is an example of charismatic megafauna -- a species that gets tremendous media exposure and conservation attention, while many other equally threatened species receive little notice. Photo by wAlanb on Flickr CC BY 2.0

Unfortunately, that "one size fits all" approach presumes a lot. All too often these habitat umbrellas leave many species out in the rain -- living in biodiverse habitats that lack charismatic megafauna. Or the habitat umbrella leaks like a sieve -- with tigers protected, but gibbons still at the top of the bushmeat menu.

The problems for Asia's Almost Famous Animals are many. Often, scientists don't even know how many of a particular species are left in the wild, let alone where and how they live, what they eat and when they breed -- there just isn't enough money to do the needed research.

Because we don't know much about these creatures, conservationists don't know if some critical lifestyle detail is being overlooked -- a detail that may be crucial to long term survival, and whose absence will drop them into the abyss of extinction.

Such gaps in our collective knowledge may present themselves in the same moment a new species is discovered. Often, by the time scientists find a new animal, the species is already gravely threatened and its rescue becomes a race against time, lack of data and lack of funds.

One needn't look far for examples of such dire conservation conundrums: scientists found an astounding trove of new species unknown to science less than four years ago in Southeast Asia's Greater Mekong region -- a discovery that included 28 reptiles, 24 fish, 21 amphibians, three mammals and a bird, 367 new species in all, each with fascinating traits and life histories.


The world's most coveted fish: the Asian Arowana fish (Scleropages formosus). A single adult can sell on the black market for $150,000. Photo by Josh More on flickr.

The list included the "scribbled arowana" (Scleropages inscriptus), a dragon fish from Myanmar with intricate, maze-like markings on every scale; and the Sweet Singing Frog (Gracixalus quangi) from the high-altitude forests of northern Vietnam, whose every song to attract females appears to be a new composition, with improvisational clicks, whistles and chirps instead of repetitive croaks.

Also numbered among the newly discovered was the red-and-white furred Laotian giant flying squirrel (Biswamoyopterus laoensis), about which we know little today, except that it was first documented by researchers in a bushmeat market. B. laoensis had barely stepped out onto the global biodiversity stage, when scientists realized that it was under threat from overexploitation and a fast shrinking habitat.

All too often, Almost Famous endangered species share certain fatal characteristics in common: they may taste delicious, make cuddly pets, and/or live in areas coveted by loggers and agribusiness, or by the rapidly growing human population of Asia.

The frightening reality is that many Almost Famous species could disappear before we get to know anything about them -- including that they exist.

The full article includes a brief survey of some of Asia's Almost Famous -- a list of species that runs into the thousands of primates and other mammals, amphibians, reptiles, birds and fish -- Asian animals on the brink.

It is the first of 20 Mongabay stories highlighting Almost Famous Asian Animals -- all to be published by the end of 2016. You can find the complete Almost Famous series here.

Note: This is an excerpt of an article published on Mongabay.com and was reposted with permission.

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5 Things You Can Do To Keep The Air Around You Fresh  
It's estimated that the average person breathes in approximately 11,000 litres, or 2,900-plus gallons of air every single day. That's why it's so important to protect our environment and do everything we can as global citizens to keep both Mother Nature and our lungs as clean as possible. Growing up as kids, we've all been drilled with the same message through school to reduce, reuse and recycle and to "litter not", but the fact is that as we grow older and as technology continues to make further advancements, we gain in our intelligence and knowledge and continue to find ways to improve the health of both our minds and bodies.

It's within that spirit of constantly evolving as both global citizens and healthy human beings that I leave you with five things you can do to keep the air around you fresh.

Get An Air Purifier

It's estimated that the average person will spend over 92,000 hours working should they enter the workforce in their teen years and work well into their 60s. That's a lot of time spent potentially spent indoors for those that spend their working life in an office. If you do indeed work inside, one of the best things you can do is invest in a good air purifier, or ask your employer to do so. An industry leading enterprise level supplier like Camfil USA and its City M purifier would be a simple option to consider. The company has been around for 50 years and most large-scale employers wouldn't have a problem investing in a good quality purifier.

Walk, Run, Bike & Commute More, Drive Less

According to the Department of Environmental Conservation, motor vehicles often make up the largest component of smog in ground level ozone. That smog can cause problems with coughing, wheezing, shortness of breath and even permanent lung damage. Walking and cycling more are two clearly more environmentally friendly methods of getting around, not to mention both represent a great excuse for getting physically active and staying in shape. Simply put, walk, run, bike or commute rather than driving. If we all did that, the air around us would be much cleaner.

Don't Smoke, Or Expose Yourself To Second Hand Smoke

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, Tobacco smoke contains over 7,000 chemicals, 70 of which cause cancer. Add to that the fact an estimated 2.5 million non-smokers have died from second-hand smoke related illnesses since 1964 and it's easy to see why making the decision not to smoke or be around the second hand variety is a good idea. Keeping the air clean both in your home and at work is good for your health, and smoking is simply a bad habit, not a necessity.

Get Your Home's Ventilation System Cleaned Regularly

While some home owners out there may believe that having your home or office's ventilation system cleaned regularly isn't a big deal, the Environmental Protection Agency does recommend having your ducts cleaned if:

• You suspect mold exists in your ducts
• You see a vermin infestation in your home
• You notice insects entering or exiting ductwork
• Black debris or dust is blowing out of your ventilation system or present around it

Wear A Face Mask When Appropriate

I first remember seeing facemasks worn by the general public back when the SARS virus broke out years ago, and years later when swine flu was becoming a global pandemic, governments ordered masks in the millions to try and protect the health of the general public. Masks do work if replaced regularly, but you don't have to wait for a pandemic to benefit from them. Wearing one while painting or renovating your home, or doing anything that might have you breathing in dust or harmful chemicals can help protect your respiratory system.

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A Biological Surprise Attack Slows Gypsy Moth Invasion  
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These Photos of Reptiles and Amphibians Will Transport You to Another World  






YASUNI NATIONAL PARK, Ecuador -- Ecuador is a beautiful country on South America's west coast, and despite its small size, it has an extremely diverse landscape -- including the Amazon rainforest, the Andean highlands and the Galápagos Islands. I recently conducted a research expedition to Ecuador, and it was an unforgettable experience to say the least.

During our travels through the mainland and the Galápagos, we encountered an incredible diversity of frogs, snakes, lizards and salamanders. Without further ado, here are my top 10 favorite amphibian and reptile encounters:

1. Rain Frogs

2. Fringed Leaf Tree Frog

3. Banded Tree Anole

4. Amazon Tree Boa

5. Glass Frogs

6. Tropical Salamander

7. Geckos

8. Galápagos Iguanas

9. Giant Galápagos Tortoise

10. The Rare Pinocchio Lizard

I hope you enjoyed these incredible reptiles and amphibians as much as we did. Special thanks to Lucas Bustamante from Tropical Herping and thanks to TROPIC for hosting us during our visit to the Galápagos. If you want to plan your own trip, visit Destination Ecuador.

For more you can follow me on Twitter and Instagram!

An Ecuadorian, a Californian and a Venezuelan walk into a jungle...My first time in the field with Lucas Bustamante and Alejandro Arteaga, two amazing researchers and photographers who have traveled through the most remote parts of Ecuador's rainforests in search of new frog and reptile species. #Ecuador #TropicalHerping #snake #reptile #amphibian #research #Herpetologist #expedition #explore #discover #herpetology #journey #rainforest #science

A photo posted by Aaron Pomerantz (@nextgenscientist) on Jun 14, 2016 at 5:14pm PDT

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Get Smart Fast: Off-shore Wind Power  
Off-shore wind energy has long been considered an important option for renewable power especially given the focus on finding low-carbon or no-carbon energy sources. Off-shore winds are typically stronger and steadier over the ocean. In addition, off-shore wind farms can be located near densely populated coastal cities.

However, the industry has struggled. There are no operational commercial projects in the United States. Cape Wind - which was expected to be the first - has become a symbol of the difficulties for off-shore wind because it has been plagued with law suits, technical challenges, and local opposition.

Despite the setbacks that Cape Wind has faced, off-shore wind energy is gathering momentum. In recent years, technology has improved, prices have come down, and perhaps most importantly, lessons have been learned about siting.

Other parts of the world have embraced this technology as well with more than 3,000 off-shore wind turbines in Europe. Here at home, federal regulations have been simplified and dozens of projects are now in the planning stages, especially along the eastern seaboard. Several companies have announced investments in off-shore wind technology or manufacturing. Therefore, we should expect U.S. projects to come online in the near future as American business works toward increased use of this natural resource.

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Like humans, lowly cockroach uses a GPS to get around, scientists find  
Rats, men and cockroaches appear to have a similar GPS in their heads that allows them to navigate new surroundings, researchers have discovered.  
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Why We Need Real Environmental Reform, Not "Greenwashing"  
Does the "BPA-free" sticker on your water bottle mean it's safe, or just well-marketed? Is building an athletic field out of recycled tires a green choice, or one that introduces more toxic material into our environment?

These are the dilemmas we face as consumers. We make thousands of choices every day about what to put in, on and near our bodies. Even if we have the critical thinking skills to evaluate the merits of every product we simply don't have the time. We often must rely on others to make decisions that we implicitly trust are in our best interest. But often the toxic materials that make headlines are replaced by well-intentioned but unproven alternatives -- like replacing BPA with the chemically-similar and totally untested substance BPS.

The FDA currently does not have the budget to conduct extensive long-term research on many potentially harmful products. Industry is required to effectively self-regulate. Most consumers are completely unaware of this fact. This Spring my students raised a "Stink!" upon previewing the documentary by Jon Whelan and took incremental steps in a less toxic direction with the Silent Spring Institute's Detox Me App. The rest of us would be wise do the same.

Educators must ensure the STEM workforce be research-empowered to solve today's problems without creating issues for tomorrow. In the interim, consumers can turn to the Skin Deep Database and Think Dirty App, while decision makers must use the best information available.

Recently, Simmons College partnered with the Commonwealth of Massachusetts to develop Daly Field, a Boston athletic complex with dirt fields that had fallen into disrepair. Hopefully, our stewardship and development choices will protect both our athletes and our community.

Simmons is installing new synthetic fields that save up to a million gallons of water needed to maintain comparable natural grass fields -- and help to eliminate existing erosion and reduce contaminants from fertilizers and pesticides.

Synthetic turf is an easy choice, but Simmons recently made a tougher call. As a result of an ongoing federal investigation into the safety of crumb rubber (made largely from recycled tires) as infill in synthetic fields, Simmons opted for a more expensive all-natural alternative at Daly Field. Geofill consists of 90% crushed coconut husks and 10% cork. It has been in use for more than 10 years. By choosing to install Geofill rather than crumb rubber, Simmons has assured that Daly Field will be the greenest and cleanest public playing field in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts.

Long overdue reform of the Toxic Substances Control Act is headed for President Obama's pen with bipartisan support. Whether the legislation will lead to much-needed consumer protections or future problems remains to be seen. With any luck, the reform will not follow the current trend of replacing a hazard with an alternative that later proves to be worse.

Let's hope that the government looks to the future and funds the study and development of greener alternatives that are better for both our health and the environment. Our STEM students are up to the challenge.

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The Climate Post: Natural Fluctuations Responsible, in Part, for Antarctica Ice Growth  
Natural fluctuations specifically related to the Interdecadal Pacific Oscillation (IPO) are responsible for the increased growth of Antarctic sea ice, according to a new study in the journal Nature Geoscience. A negative shift in the IPO has caused cooler-than-average sea surface temperatures in the Eastern Pacific, allowing Antarctic sea ice to expand since 2000.

"The climate we experience during any given decade is some combination of naturally occurring variability and the planet's response to increasing greenhouse gases," said National Center for Atmospheric Research scientist Gerald Meehl, lead author of the study. "It's never all one or the other, but the combination, that is important to understand."

But what's new in the latest study, writes Chris Mooney in The Washington Post, "is the suggestion that this negative IPO phase had consequences that stretched all the way to the Southern Ocean waters surrounding Antarctica--and that this, in turn, explains why most climate models didn't predict the observed growth of Antarctic sea ice."

Study researchers suspect that the IPO began switching to a positive phase in 2014 and that ice in the region may shrink in the next decade.

Study Points to Human Influence on Changes in Earth's Biggest Body of Warm Water

A study in Science Advances has provided the first quantitative attribution of human influences on and natural contributions to warming of the Indo-Pacific warm pool (IPWP), Earth's largest region of warm sea surface temperatures and one "fundamental to global atmospheric circulation and the hydrological cycle."

To "fingerprint" anthropogenic forcings and natural causes of substantial IPWP warming and expansion, researchers at Pohang University of Science and Technology and their international colleagues paired observations with multiple climate model simulations integrated with and without human influences. They found that the IPWP had warmed by 0.3 Celsius and increased in size by about a third over the last 60 years primarily due to an increase in human-made greenhouse gases.

About 12 to 18 percent of the warming has been due to natural variability in the ocean, but the remaining portion is due to the greenhouse gas increase, according to study co-author Seung-Ki Min of Pohang University in South Korea.

"We have more energy available from the hotter ocean," said Min. "That means the atmosphere will be enhanced to transport more energy from the tropical ocean to the high latitude zone."

The findings indicate that future ocean warming could increase storm activity over East Asia and strengthen monsoons over South Asia.

"This wasn't entirely surprising. We've long suspected climate change to be behind the changes, but no one had yet proven it," said Evan Weller, lead author, noting that what was surprising is that the western portion of the pool, near India, is expanding more than the eastern part in the Pacific. "We don't really know why. We'll try to figure that out next."

Report: United States Is Oil Reserves Leader

The United States holds the largest share of the world's oil reserves--264 billion barrels to Russia's 256 billion and Saudi Arabia's 212 billion, according to Rystad Energy, a Norwegian industry research group that tracks proved and probable reserves, discoveries and undiscovered fields. More than 50 percent of remaining oil reserves, it claims, are unconventional shale oil. Texas alone holds more than 60 billion barrels of shale oil.

On the basis of a three-year analysis of 60,000 fields worldwide, the group estimates global reserves to be 2,092 billion barrels--roughly 70 times the current production rate of some 30 billion barrels of crude oil per year.

"This data confirms that there is a relatively limited amount of recoverable oil left on the planet," the report says. "With the global car-park possibly doubling from 1 billion to 2 billion cars over the next 30 years, it becomes very clear that oil alone cannot satisfy the growing need for individual transport."

The Climate Post offers a rundown of the week in climate and energy news. It is produced each Thursday by Duke University's Nicholas Institute for Environmental Policy Solutions.

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Rhesus macaques may be preying on bird eggs in Silver Springs  
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Tim Profeta: The Climate Post: Natural Fluctuations Responsible, in Part, for Antarctica Ice Growth  
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Theodore J. Boutrous, Jr.: The Ends Do Not Justify The Means  
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Jack Choros: 5 Things You Can Do To Keep The Air Around You Fresh  
It's within that spirit of constantly evolving as both global citizens and healthy human beings that I leave you with five things you can do to keep the air around you fresh.

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Dying satellite sends scientists one last surprise before vanishing  

To wit: Pics of a burping supermassive black hole

Hitomi, the failed X-ray observatory sent up to space by Japan's Aerospace Exploration Agency, peered deep into the heart of a galaxy to reveal hot bubbling plasma before it died.…

 
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The No Man's Land Beneath the Border Wall  

There's a small stretch of soil north of the Rio Grande river that's still part of the United States, but exists below the Mexican border wall. The Atlantic went inside this no-man's land to uncover what life is like in a place that feels not-quite America, but not-quite Mexico.

 
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Have to love an evening sky  

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The Lebrija 1 Solar Power Plant in Lebrija, Spain is comprised...  

The Lebrija 1 Solar Power Plant in Lebrija, Spain is comprised of approximately 170,000 individual mirrors installed on 6,048 parabolic troughs. If placed next to one another, the troughs would extend for 60 kilometers.

 
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Wolf by Jan Machata  

Wolf by Jan Machata

Jan Machata: Photos

 
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midday by Dasha Pears

Dasha Pears: Photos

 
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