Stories by Steve Connor
As plastics break down in the sea they release chemicals toxic to humans and animals.
Posted on Aug 20, 2009, Source: Independent UK
When it comes to carbon emissions, changing the color of roofs and roads would be like taking all the world's cars off the road for 11 years.
Posted on May 27, 2009, Source: Independent UK
Unusual features suggest that remains discovered on an Indonesian island belong to a newly discovered human species.
Posted on May 14, 2009, Source: The Independent
New evidence shows that the arctic is warming faster than the rest of the world, a decade before it was predicted.
Posted on Jan 13, 2009, Source: Independent UK
In a recent survey, the majority of scientists said artificially lowering global temperatures could be a "Plan B" for saving the planet.
Posted on Jan 2, 2009, Source: Independent UK
Melting in the Arctic has caused the release of millions of tons of methane -- a gas 20 times more damaging than carbon dioxide.
Posted on Sep 24, 2008, Source: The Independent UK
Scientists hope to produce enough of the drug within two years to help the approximately 500 million people suffering from malaria worldwide.
Posted on Jun 4, 2008, Source: The Independent UK
Scientists have identified nine 'tipping points' of climate change.
Posted on Feb 8, 2008, Source: The Independent UK
Birds, turtles, whales, seals and even the smallest sea creatures are falling victim to effects of our disposable, consumer culture.
Posted on Feb 7, 2008, Source: The Independent UK
The science world is divided on a discovery that could soon have humans living for multiple lifespans -- if we want to.
Posted on Feb 1, 2008, Source: Independent UK
The chimp who outwits humans; the dolphin who says it with seaweed; the existential dog -- the more we learn about other animals the harder it is to say we're the smartest species.
Posted on Dec 8, 2007, Source: Independent UK
The gene appears to be critical in extending the lifespan of animals that are subjected to a calorie-restricted diet -- when they are slightly starved of high-calorie food but are given all the other nutrients they need.
Posted on May 5, 2007, Source: The Independent
