How climate change and misaligned seasonal cues affect grey tree frogs and other wildlife

Climate change significantly threatens tree frogs by altering their habitats and breeding patterns, leading to population declines. Gray tree frogs, which freeze solid in winter using a natural antifreeze, are vulnerable when seasonal cues like day length misalign with actual temperatures. This desynchronization can hinder their growth, increase mortality, and impact other species relying on…

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Shopping online this Diwali? Woman shares how she got scammed for ordering from a popular site

Festival sales are attracting online shoppers, but a growing scam targets customer data. Content creator Saloni Jain highlighted a Myntra delivery scam where a fake delivery person demanded payment via QR code. Scammers exploit discarded packaging containing personal details to trick victims. Experts advise destroying labels before disposal to prevent data theft.

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Early-onset colon cancer on rise: 21-year-old diagnosed with stage 4 cancer shedding light on growing risks, early signs and prevention tips

Diwali’s festive glow masks a growing concern: colorectal cancer is increasingly striking young adults, a trend alarming medical experts. A poignant Reddit post detailing a 21-year-old’s stage 4 diagnosis highlights the devastating impact of this disease on those in their 20s and 30s, often detected late. Understanding symptoms and prevention is now crucial.

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