A startling phenomenon has occurred in the Sea of Galilee, Israel, where patches of its surface have turned blood-red, sparking widespread concern and comparisons to a biblical plague. While the striking red hue has prompted widespread discussion, authorities have quickly offered a scientific explanation, reassuring the public that the waters remain safe. According to the Israeli Ministry of Health and the Water Ministry, the coloration is the result of a massive overgrowth of a green algae species known as Botryococcus braunii. This algae, which has multiplied in recent years, produces a natural pigment that intensifies and turns red when exposed...