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Earth news — August 1, 2026 - Page 12

Publications tagged with Earth published on August 1, 2026 (UTC). This is a fixed calendar-day archive. Page 12 of 24.

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  4. ScienceEarthEducationEdtech

    Mobile Phone Ownership Linked to Lower Reading Skills in Children

    A study by UCLA psychologists found that primary school students who owned mobile phones performed worse on reading comprehension tests, regardless of whether they brought their phones to school or not. The researchers suggested that parents should avoid giving children their own mobile phones during primary school to improve reading skills. However, the study also found that for children from homes where English is not the primary language, using a mobile phone for texting at an early age can improve reading comprehension.
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  6. WorldMiddle EastEarthStorms

    Multiple Vegetation Fires in California

    The U.S. Forest Service (USFS) has reported several vegetation fires across California. Incidents include 'FIRE VEGETAL EN COUNTRY ESTATES' (CABDF-10474), 'FIRE VEGETAL EN APPLE VALLEY' (CACDD-10471, CACDD-10488), 'VEGETATION FIRE in GARLOCK' (CACDD-10473), 'FIRE VEGETAL EN WHITEWATER' (CACDD-10477), and 'FIRE VEGETAL EN VICTORVILLE' (CACDD-10490). Details on each fire's location and resources involved can be found in the respective links.
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  7. WorldMiddle EastEarth

    Smallpox Brought to America by European Colonizers

    Analysis of ancient genomes from mummies in Chile confirms that European colonizers brought smallpox to America. The virus, which had not been present before, caused catastrophic epidemics among indigenous populations, leading to millions of deaths. The study, published in Science, provides the first direct genetic evidence linking European colonial-era smallpox outbreaks in America with strains circulating in the Old World.
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  14. ScienceEarth

    Ghost Ancestors' DNA Found in Modern Humans

    A new computational approach has identified human DNA inherited from unknown 'ghost' ancestors. This method, called TRACE, reconstructs ancestral recombination graphs to detect genetic traces of ancient crosses. It revealed two unknown ancestors: one that interbred with modern humans in Africa around 50,000 years ago, contributing around 1% of the modern human genome, and another that interbred with Denisovans in Eurasia, with some of its DNA later shared with modern humans. These findings paint a more complex picture of human evolution, with interconnected populations and repeated episodes of migration and admixture.
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    Stephen King's 'Desperation' Movie in the Works from 'Final Destination' Directors, Sam Raimi

    Stephen King's 1996 novel 'Desperation' is being adapted into a feature film. Sam Raimi is producing, with 'Final Destination' directors Zach Lipovsky and Adam B. Stein set to helm. The movie follows travelers stranded in a remote desert town where an evil entity possesses a sheriff. It's the first collaboration between King and Raimi.
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    Young Adults' Exhaustion: The 'Burnt-Out Generation'

    Psychologist Sol Rivera explains the phenomenon of young adults feeling exhausted despite not having done much, dubbed the 'burnt-out generation'. This is not solely due to working more but living under constant pressure to produce and meet expectations. The culture of constant productivity, multitasking, blurred work-life boundaries, and social media's impact contribute to this fatigue. Rivera emphasizes the importance of pausing, setting limits, and taking responsibility for one's well-being.
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  20. WorldMiddle EastEarthPublic Health

    Venezuela Launches 60-Day Plan with UN to Assess Earthquake Recovery Needs

    The Venezuelan government and the United Nations (UN) have launched a joint 60-day plan to assess recovery needs following the double earthquake on June 24. The 'Post-Disaster Needs Assessment' will provide a common and objective view of damages, losses, and recovery needs. A multidisciplinary team will work together to evaluate nine socio-economic sectors in the most affected regions of Venezuela. The plan is being developed under the leadership of the Venezuelan government with technical support from the UN system, the European Union, and the World Bank.
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    NASA to Host Florida Event Celebrating American Air, Space Leadership

    NASA will host a news conference on August 14 at Kennedy Space Center in Florida to highlight American leadership in space and aviation. The event will preview a later-year event celebrating America's 250th anniversary, showcasing leadership in aviation, space exploration, and emerging technologies. Participants include NASA Administrator Jared Isaacman, NASA leadership, and members of Congress. The event is open to U.S. media and digital creators.
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  22. WorldMiddle EastEarthClimate

    French Wildfires: 84,000 Evacuees Allowed to Return Home

    After days of battling massive wildfires, French authorities have given the go-ahead for tens of thousands of evacuees to return to their homes in southwest France. The fires, which started eight days ago, forced over 220,000 people from Bordeaux to evacuate. The largest fire in France since 1949, it destroyed around 185 homes and left thousands homeless. Cooler weather has helped firefighters gain control of the blaze, allowing 84,000 people to return home.
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  23. WorldEarth

    Earthquake in Naples: 4.7 Magnitude Quake Causes Panic and Damage

    A 4.7 magnitude earthquake struck Naples today, with the epicenter located 5 km from Pozzuoli at a depth of 3 km. The earthquake caused panic among residents, who poured into the streets. There were reports of collapses in Pozzuoli, with at least 4 people injured. The earthquake also caused power outages in various neighborhoods and suspended rail traffic in the Naples node, including the High Speed line. No deaths have been reported as of now.
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