Viruses are everywhere in wastewater treatment plants, quietly interacting with bacteria as sewage is cleaned and reused.

New findings shed light on the mechanisms behind a natural purification process and identify the key microbial "teammates" ...

Mulch is essential for retaining moisture and suppressing weeds, but over time, it can break down and become ineffective.

An international team of researchers led by the Max Planck Institute for Marine Microbiology has uncovered a hidden world of tiny partnerships thriving in wastewater treatment plants worldwide. The ...

When you think of carbon emissions related to driving, you probably think of emissions coming from your vehicle. But the road you’re driving on almost certainly also emits carbon. In its production ...

Colorful holiday staple, a member of the spurge family, is native to Mexico and has roots in pre-Columbian times ...

After the city posted notices on Fifth Avenue for the removal of a median garden cultivated by area residents, a meeting is ...

White snow, twinkling lights, brass menorahs, Kwanzaa unity cups and a red-and-green potted poinsettia centered on a table.

Goannas are Australian monitor lizards that wander into schools and urban spaces, drawn by food smells and warmth. There are over two dozen goanna species in mainland Australia, occupying diverse ...

Winter in the South can be hard on plants. Fluctuating temperatures, sporadic freezes, and winter winds all take their toll ...

Learn how often to water orchids to keep them healthy and thriving. This guide covers essential factors affecting watering ...

Officials are waiting until March 2026 to continue work on regulations to require ember-resistant zones around some 2 million ...