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Michael Clinton spent three years researching longevity hotspots worldwide and transformed his own health routine based on what he learned. His journey to places where people regularly live past 100 revealed surprisingly simple habits anyone can adopt.
Marine biologists witnessed something extraordinary off Loreto, Mexico: an albino blue whale, one of the rarest sightings in marine biology history. The discovery caps a record-breaking season that shows endangered blue whales are thriving in protected waters.
After London introduced its low emissions zones, emergency hospital trips dropped significantly, with heart problems down 8%. The zones that critics said would hurt residents are now saving lives.
A tiny island nation just proved you can protect the ocean and attract investors at the same time. Seychelles launched the world's first sovereign blue bond in 2018, raising $15 million to safeguard marine life while inspiring countries worldwide to follow suit.
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After years of mysterious decline, juvenile blue crabs in the Chesapeake Bay surged by 121% this winter, reaching their highest numbers since 2019. Scientists are cautiously optimistic while continuing to investigate what's been affecting these young crustaceans.
Earth's smallest full moon of 2026 lit up skies across the globe on May 31, inspiring stunning photographs from Paris to Sydney. The rare Blue Moon phenomenon won't happen again until late 2028. ---
The rare Blue Moon happening May 31st isn't just a calendar quirk. It's a reminder of humanity's ancient connection to our cosmic companion overhead.
Tonight's full moon is a double rarity: a blue moon and a micromoon happening at once. The celestial show peaks at 4:45 a.m. ET on Sunday, May 31, and won't happen again until 2027.
Just days after a devastating rocket explosion, Blue Origin's CEO announced an ambitious six-month timeline to rebuild and return to flight. Despite skepticism, the company has federal support and a solid plan forward.
A blue micromoon will light up the sky this weekend, and skywatchers won't see another one until December 2028. Southern Hemisphere viewers get an extra treat when the moon passes in front of a bright star.
Blue Origin is partnering with NASA to protect Earth from dangerous asteroids using ion beams and high-speed impacts. The NEO Hunter mission will scan, deflect, and divert space rocks before they can threaten our planet.
Jeff Bezos just joined SpaceX in the reusable rocket club. Blue Origin's New Glenn booster successfully launched and landed for the second time, marking a major milestone in making space travel more affordable.
Missing the rare Blue Micromoon on May 31, 2026? Italian astronomers are offering a front-row seat through a free livestream that brings this celestial wonder to anyone with an internet connection.
Spain just earned 794 Blue Flags for its beaches, marinas and boats, the highest number ever awarded to any country. The eco-certification means cleaner water, safer swimming, and better accessibility for millions of beachgoers.
Blue Origin's first lunar lander is racing through final testing at NASA facilities, bringing private moon missions one giant leap closer to reality. The spacecraft could touch down on the moon before year's end, paving the way for astronauts to follow.
Delegates from 15+ countries just backed Liberia's plan to transform its struggling fisheries sector into an economic powerhouse. The roadmap includes blue bonds, research tech, and jobs for coastal communities.
NASA astronauts now have a full-scale Blue Moon lander mockup to train in at Johnson Space Center, bringing humanity one step closer to returning to the lunar surface. The arrival marks a major milestone in the Artemis program's quest to establish a permanent moon presence.
Jeff Bezos' Blue Origin just flew the same rocket booster twice, marking a breakthrough in making space travel more affordable and sustainable. The New Glenn rocket's first stage successfully launched, separated, and landed on a floating platform in the Atlantic Ocean after its second journey to space.
Conservationists in Argentina's Patagonia Azul Park spotted a blue whale for the first time in the protected area's history, a milestone moment for one of Earth's most endangered giants. The massive creature appeared during a routine whale monitoring expedition off the coast of Chubut Province.
After a devastating launchpad explosion threatened to derail moon missions for years, Blue Origin's leader says the company will be back in action within months. The repair timeline could determine the future of NASA's lunar program and Amazon's satellite internet plans.
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