Palau is set to become the first country to impose a widespread ban on sunscreen in an effort to protect its vulnerable coral reefs. The government has signed a law that restricts the sale and use of sunscreen and skincare products that contain a list of ten different chemicals. Researchers believe that these ingredients are […]

Scientists in Hawaii discover a tiny baby octopus on plastic marine debris while conducting coral reef monitoring. It is so small that it’s just the size of a pea. Tiny Octopus On Plastic Debris Last August, scientists at the Kaloko-Honokohau National Historical Park in Hawaii posted several photos of a tiny baby octopus that they […]

In the midst of new plans to weaken or dismantle Obama-era environment policies like air pollution and fuel economy rules, President Donald Trump threw some support behind cleaning up the oceans in early October. And, while environmental organizations nationwide and on Kauai are applauding the step, some say more needs to be done. “While there […]

Veterans with combat-related post-traumatic stress disorder were less anxious and depressed and had an improved quality of life after an eight-week therapeutic horseback riding program, according to a Baylor University study. “PTSD is difficult to treat. But those who went through the program reported lessening of symptoms and better mental health,” said lead author Beth […]

Veterans are often “pitied or celebrated as heroes,” says Sonya Pfeiffer, owner of Elder Gallery of Contemporary Art. She’s hoping Elder’s upcoming multimedia exhibition, “Vicarious,” will challenge these stereotypes. “Vicarious” will feature artists who are veterans or are exploring the veteran experience through avenues including sculpture, charcoal drawings, a documentary and a virtual reality experience. […]

A local group is using the Halloween holiday to teach young students about the impact of plastic on the environment. On Wednesday, the Audubon Naturalist Society, a Chevy Chase-based environmental organization, planned to host two groups of local preschoolers who will search the group’s Woodend Sanctuary for “monsters”—plastic creatures created by Montgomery County Public Schools […]

Bob Crouch is headed into his 16th occupational therapy appointment at the American Lake branch of the VA Puget Sound Health Care System. Crouch’s thumb was amputated after a household accident, and he lost the use of his fingers during one of three surgeries. Mary Matthews-Brownell is helping him stretch and exercise his hand to […]

Fans of Halloween are being asked to remember about plastic usage by Sea Life Blackpool. The aquarium says the event produces huge quantities of ‘pointless plastic’, such as costumes, decorations and throwaway items and wants people to start re-using them similar to Christmas decorations. Matthew Titherington, general manager at SEA LIFE Blackpool said: “We’re encouraging […]

They’ve sacrificed so much for our country, yet so many veterans face challenges like unemployment and homelessness. To help combat that, the Greater Los Angeles Veteran’s Administration held an event, which for many, is the first step in turning their lives around. Heidi Marston is with the VA Greater Los Angeles and explains what “Stand […]

What started as a challenge from an Ohio CEO has turned into thousands of dollars for homeless veterans in Michigan. Maureen Tobin, district director for the Lincoln Park Exchange Club, said the club partnered with Veterans Matter, a Toledo-based organization that helps homeless veterans get housing, after a fortuitous meeting at Lincoln Park Days a […]