Hurricane season remains far from over, due to dry climate
The arrival of Hurricane Fiona and the devastation it has already caused to Puerto Rico is an important reminder that hurricane season is far from over, says Virginia Tech hurricane expert Stephanie Zick. "While it's been a quiet hurricane season so.....»»
How much do you need to know about how your spouse spends money? Maybe less than you think
Love is in the air, and wedding season is upon us......»»
Iceland grants whaling license for 2024 season
Iceland's government said Tuesday that it had granted a license to hunt 128 fin whales for the country's sole whaling company amid widespread criticism of the practice......»»
Climate change has made toxic algal blooms in Lake Erie more intense, scientists show
Climate change is causing a series of maladies by warming land and sea. A study published online in Limnology and Oceanography Letters demonstrates that one consequence of climate change that has already occurred is the spread and intensification of.....»»
Study confirms bees are more sensitive to pesticides due to climate change
A study led by CREAF and the UAB, and published in Global Change Biology, discovered that warmer winters worsen the impact of pesticides on bees and reduce their life expectancy by 70%, causing severely negative effects on the population and a sharp.....»»
New discovery reveals that ocean algae unexpectedly help cool the Earth
A common type of ocean algae plays a significant role in producing a massively abundant compound that helps cool the Earth's climate, new research has discovered......»»
XDefiant is getting some massive updates for its Season 1 launch
Ubisoft's PVP shooter XDefiant is getting some big updates for its first season, including three new maps, new weapons, and a new play m ode......»»
Study finds natural climate variability impacts Arctic and global warming
When comparing model simulations of Earth's recent warming to real-world observations, differences can arise from several factors, including model errors in the simulated response to increased greenhouse gases and natural fluctuations within the clim.....»»
EU puts digital Earth in orbit for climate-change fight
A software model of Earth, meant to simulate and monitor environmental hazards while finding ways to mitigate climate change, began its monitoring and predictive mission on Monday, the EU Commission said......»»
Researchers use 3D visualization to predict, prevent hurricane damage
Beginning annually on June 1, hurricane season poses a major threat to Texas coastal communities, causing both physical and financial damage to the areas they hit. This damage can be staggering; when Hurricane Harvey hit in 2017, it cost Galveston $1.....»»
Climate change widening Asia"s education gap
As temperatures in India's national capital region hovered above a scorching 47 degrees Celsius in mid-May, authorities ordered the closure of schools across the country......»»
Case studies show how quasi-governmental organizations could strengthen climate adaptation governance
The politicization of climate issues and the unsynchronized efforts of stakeholders are hindering the effectiveness of climate adaptation governance in the U.S. According to a new study published by Princeton researchers, the design characteristics o.....»»
Researchers find association between media diet and science-consistent beliefs about climate change
In a paper titled "The Politicization of Climate Science: Media Consumption, Perceptions of Science and Scientists, and Support for Policy," published May 26, 2024, in the Journal of Health Communication, researchers probed the associations between m.....»»
Apple TV+ previews new seasons of Severance, Silo in teaser trailer
In a teaser trailer, Apple TV+ previewed its upcoming slate of movies and shows, which included first looks at Severance season 2 and Silo season 2......»»
NOAA"s hurricane hunting GOES-U satellite nears SpaceX Falcon Heavy launch
Hurricanes Michael, Dorian, Ian, Nicole and Idalia have all been stared down by one of the NOAA's most powerful satellites since it took its place in geostationary orbit in late 2017. Its replacement is gearing up for launch on a SpaceX Falcon Heavy.....»»
The US Drought Monitor is a critical tool for the arid West: Can it keep up with climate change?
Known for its glowing swaths of yellow, orange and red, the U.S. Drought Monitor has warned farmers, residents and officials throughout the nation of impending water scarcity every week since 1999......»»
States beg insurers not to drop climate-threatened homes
In the coming years, climate change could force Americans from their homes, not just by raising sea levels, worsening wildfires and causing floods—but also by putting insurance coverage out of reach......»»
Indiana Jones and the Great Circle’s release date remains a mystery
Indiana Jones and the Great Circle got a holiday release date of tktk during the Xbox Game Showcase......»»
Avowed’s release date remains under wraps after the Xbox Games Showcase
Avowed is coming sometime in 2024, but we still don't know when......»»
Like Sweet Tooth season 3? Then watch these great Netflix shows right now
Sweet Tooth is done following its third season, but these Netflix shows may fill the void if you're looking for sci-fi adventures with a twist......»»
COP29 climate hosts say they"ll keep expanding fossil fuels
The incoming president of the COP29 UN climate summit in Azerbaijan told AFP on Friday that his country would keep increasing fossil fuel production "in parallel" with investments in cleaner alternatives......»»