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Yahoo
6 days ago
- Science
- Yahoo
Warmer summers ‘could boost growth rates in European peatlands'
Warmer summers could help boost growth rates in European peatlands, new research has found. The peatlands, which contain around half of Europe's soil carbon, need a combination of warm temperatures and a water table of around 10cm to thrive, researchers at Queen's University Belfast found. Peatlands form where there is a sustained build-up of partially decomposed plant matter, and they play a very important role in locking away greenhouse gases and absorbing industrial pollution. They contain approximately five times more carbon than its forests. However, European peatlands have been damaged by human activities including pollution, draining and climate change. Professor Graeme Swindles from the School of Natural and Built Environment at Queen's University has been leading a team examining peat accumulation rates, studying cores from 28 peat bogs across Europe. The study, which has now been published in research journal PLOS One, reveals that the fastest peat accumulation – nearly 0.5cm per year – occurred around the Baltic Sea, at sites in Denmark, Poland, Sweden, and Finland which experience warm and humid summers. The slowest peat accumulation was measured in northern Sweden, which experiences cold winters and a short growing season. Across all sites, peat was found to have accumulated fastest in regions with warm summer temperatures, which improves plant growth, and a water table around 10cm below the surface. Professor Swindles said the study suggests that warmer summer temperatures could boost growth rates in European peatlands – but only if the water table stays high enough. 'We also found that maintaining a water table around 10cm below the surface is key to allowing peat to grow quickly and store carbon over the long term,' he said. 'These findings strengthen current evidence and have important implications for how we restore and rewet peatlands as part of global efforts to tackle climate change.' Professor Swindles has also suggested that previous peatland restoration programs should be evaluated to determine if their relative successes or deficiencies corroborate these findings.
Yahoo
22-07-2025
- Politics
- Yahoo
Why did U.S. fighter jets respond to an alleged hijacking in Vancouver?
Christian Leuprecht, a professor at the Royal Military College and Queen's University, says Canada needs to strengthen its defence and security in order to better respond to local emergencies. This comes after a man allegedly hijacked a small plane in Vancouver, prompting U.S. fighter jets to assist.
CTV News
19-07-2025
- Health
- CTV News
This 19-year-old got into all 7 of her med school choices. Her motto is to ‘do it afraid'
Ore Maxwell, 19, interviewed for seven med schools after fast tracking her bachelor' s degree. She was accepted to every single program. July 16, 2025. (CTV News Edmonton) Zipping through high school, undergrad and then med school is not for everyone. That's why Ore Maxwell, at just 19 years old, credits her family for their diligent support as she did just that. Now that she's been accepted into all seven medical schools she interviewed for, she wants to remind everyone to 'do it afraid.' 'That's something that my mom often told me,' she said. Maxwell graduated with her Bachelor of Health Sciences from Queen's University (with distinction, of course) three weeks ago. She's now immersed in medical school at the University of Calgary. That wasn't her only option available, though. In fact, she was also accepted to medical programs at the University of Toronto, McMaster University, Western University, University of Alberta, University of British Columbia and Dalhousie University in Nova Scotia. She managed to fast track her bachelor's degree too, completing it in three years instead of the traditional four. 'I really enjoyed the three-year program … I think when you have that continuity of things to me, I find that to be helpful for my style of learning,' she said. If you're keeping up with the math, Maxwell graduated high school at 16 and started university a few months later, right after she turned 17. 'Paying it forward' Between graduation and medical school, though, Maxwell still found time to make it to the Calgary Stampede with friends. 'I'm really big on paying it forward … over time, when you live in a way that you have people that help you so much, it makes you want to give back,' she said. Maxwell noted that the strong foundation of love and empathy she received from her parents and siblings were what paved a 'smooth' road, even in the most stressful moments of the application process. Maxwell was born and raised in Grande Prairie, Alta., and said she sees the 'benefit and the beauty' of both urban and rural spaces throughout her medical studies. Choosing U of C allowed her to stay in a city she loves while being taught a curriculum she said is 'holistic and comprehensive and unique.' 'Everything kind of fell into place, I think. So I'm really happy with [my] decision,' she said. She said she still hasn't chosen an exact field of medicine, but is excited to explore her options. Between founding a group that supports pediatric cancer patients during her undergrad and working or volunteering as everything from a mentor to a policy co-ordinator, Maxwell's always been busy. But she wants prospective students to know that her success required 'dedication' and 'diligence' – which she firmly believes anybody can achieve, although it is 'easier said than done.' When all else fails, she remembers the words her mother always told her. 'If you're scared about something, do it then, because that's when your emotions are the most heightened and when that sense of drive will be the most strong and passionate,' Maxwell said. 'It's OK to be scared and to be uncertain.'
The Irish Sun
19-07-2025
- Sport
- The Irish Sun
What TV channel is Ireland Under-20s vs Spain on? FREE Stream, kick-off time and team for World Cup clash
IRELAND face Spain in an 11th place play-off in the Rugby Under-20s World Cup. Scotland on Monday meant Neil Doak's side dropped into a play-off against other semi-final losers Spain . 2 Ireland came third in their group having beaten Georgia but lost to New Zealand and Italy 2 Oisin Minogue opened the scoring against New Zealand with a try which former St Munchin's teammate Tom Wood converted In the 80th minute Jake Shearer powered through the Irish defence from the back of a ruck to give Scotland the narrow 22-21 win. Tries from Henry Walker, Luke McLaughlin and Paidi Farrell - all converted by Daniel Green - were not enough as Ireland came agonisingly close to the ninth place play-off. A narrow loss to Here is everything you need to know before watching the Read more on Irish sport WHAT TIME IS KICK-OFF? The wooden spoon decider kicks-off at 2:30pm on Saturday in Stadio San Michele Calvisano. WHERE CAN I STREAM IT? Ireland's World Cup clash with Spain can be streamed live on The live stream is free to access as long as you create an account on the website. WHAT'S THE TEAM? Ireland boss Doak has named nine changes from the side that lost to Scotland on Monday. Most read in Rugby Union Donnacha McGuire makes his Under-20s debut in the second-row having been involved with the Under-19s this year. There are also two first Under-20 Championship starts for Alex Mullan (tighthead prop) and David Walsh (second-row). Inside Scotland and Lions hero's stunning house that boasts giant basement room with bar for FIFTY people to party Ireland Backs : Daniel Green (Queens University/Ulster), Charlie Molony (UCD RFC/Leinster), Jonny Scott (Banbridge RFC/Ulster), Eoghan Smyth (Cork Constitution FC/Munster), Derry Moloney (Blackrock College RFC/Leinster), Tom Wood (Garryowen FC/Munster), Will Wootton (Sale Sharks/IQ Rugby) Ireland Forwards : Alex Usanov (Clontarf FC/Leinster), Henry Walker (Queens University/Ulster), Tom McAllister (Ballynahinch RFC/Ulster), David Walsh (Terenure RFC/Leinster), Donnacha Maguire (UCD RFC/Leinster Rugby), Michael Foy (UCC RFC/Munster), Eanna McCarthy (Galwegians RFC/Connacht), Oisin Minogue (Shannon RFC/Munster) Substitutes : Luke McLaughlin (Old Belvedere RFC/Leinster), Paddy Moore (Blackrock College RFC/Leinster), Jack Ryan (UL Bohemians RFC/Munster), Billy Corrigan (Old Wesley RFC/Leinster), Bobby Power (Galwegians RFC/Connacht), Chris O'Connor (Terenure College RFC/Leinster), Gene O'Leary Kareem (UCC RFC/Munster), Paidi Farrell (Old Wesley RFC/Leinster)
Yahoo
12-07-2025
- Sport
- Yahoo
Hornets star Brandon Miller set to host basketball camp in Charlotte for first time
Hornets star Brandon Miller set to host basketball camp in Charlotte for first time Charlotte Hornets star Brandon Miller is hosting his Skills Factory Camp in Charlotte for the first time, offering young basketball players a chance to learn from a professional player. The camp is scheduled for July 25th and 26th at Queens University of Charlotte and is open to children aged 9 to 14. This marks Miller's expansion of his camp offerings beyond his former high school near Nashville. Advertisement ALSO READ: Hornets Foundation donates $100K to fight food insecurity in Charlotte Miller has hosted similar camps at his former high school near Nashville. The camp at Queens University of Charlotte will run over two days, providing participants with comprehensive training sessions designed to improve their game. You can sign up for the camp by clicking here. (WATCH BELOW: Carolina Strong: Mrs. North Carolina supports pediatric heart patients with nonprofit)
