Spain, Portugal hit by winter drought
In central Portugal, a sustained drought has revealed the ruins of a village that was totally submerged underwater when a large reservoir was created nearly 70 years ago......»»
Oranges wither, cows go hungry in drought-hit Sicily
Marilina Barreca has two grim options: feed her cows tainted fodder or set them to graze on barren hillsides as Sicily battles a crop-devastating drought which is sucking reservoirs dry......»»
Study finds drought fuels invasive species after wildfires
In a study recently published in the journal Ecology, University of California, Irvine scientists uncover the intricate dance between drought, wildfires and invasive species in Southern California's coastal sage scrub ecosystems......»»
Projected climate change scenarios portend the disappearance of the Balearic boxwood
The Balearic boxwood (Buxus balearica), a species common in eastern Andalusia, is able to trap moisture from the fog and convey it to the ground, making it a valuable tool in times of drought......»»
Ecologist cautions researchers to look more closely at apparent mismatches between birds and their prey
Climate change may speed up the emergence of insects in northern countries at the end of winter. This may cause breeding birds migrating from the south to come too late to benefit from the insect peak if they do not adjust their travel schedules to t.....»»
3 underrated rom-coms that are perfect to watch for the winter
From a time-travel love story to a meet-cute in modern London, these three rom-coms are a little underrated, but definitely worth checking out......»»
Advancing climate change research and policy demands knowledge from Indigenous Peoples, study says
As you read this, many regions of the world are implementing crisis plans against drought while, simultaneously, torrential rains wreak havoc in other corners of the planet, submerging cities and crops under the forces of wild waters......»»
3 underrated Peacock shows that are perfect to watch for the winter
If you’ve already checked out most of the best stuff on Peacock, then these three shows are perfect under-the-radar picks to watch in the wintertime......»»
5 underrated action movies that are perfect to watch for the winter
Need an excuse to stay inside until the cold weather gives way to spring? Check out the five underrated action movies that are perfect to watch for the winter......»»
3 underrated comedy movies that are perfect to watch for the winter
Are you looking for laughs while stuck indoors during the cold weather? Look no further than these great comedies starring Jason Bateman, John Cusack, and more......»»
5 underrated Netflix movies that are perfect to watch for the winter
Need an excuse to stay indoors during the cold weather? Then catch the 5 underrated Netflix movies that are perfect to watch for the winter......»»
Strange seismic wave arrivals lead to discovery of overturned slab in the Mediterranean
Strange seismic wave arrivals from a 2010 earthquake under Spain were the clues that led to an unexpected discovery beneath the western Mediterranean: a subducted oceanic slab that has completely overturned......»»
"Zombie" blazes and drought: Canada headed for another brutal fire season
Beneath the ground in Western Canada, dozens of so-called "zombie fires" that started last year are still burning......»»
California"s rainy season is here. What does it mean for water supply?
After a dry start to winter, California's rainy season is finally well under way......»»
Winter drought grips southern Europe, northern Africa
Drought plaguing the Mediterranean has failed to recede over winter months that brought below-average rainfall, the EU's Copernicus Climate Change Service has reported, prompting water restrictions and state of emergency declarations......»»
Study finds home heating fuel is direct source of sulfate in Fairbanks"s winter air
Use of residential heating fuel is the main contributor of primary sulfate pollution in Fairbanks's wintertime air, according to research conducted during an international science program in the community in 2022......»»
A new tool can help protect California and Nevada communities from floods while preserving their water supply
At the dawn of the new year in 1997, the Truckee River transformed. The winter season had thus far been great for snow, but when a subtropical storm from near the Hawaiian Islands rolled in, it carried with it unseasonably warm rain. The warm rainfal.....»»
How bats survive Norwegian winter nights
You have probably seen bats flying at dusk. They suddenly appear on summer evenings, when other flying creatures have settled down for the night. However, they are not a common sight in Norway, because there aren't that many of them. In addition, bat.....»»
How global warming is reshaping winter life in Canada
As we begin to emerge out of yet another mild winter, Canadians are once again being reminded of just how acutely global warming has changed Canada's winter climate......»»
3 underrated Hulu movies that are perfect to watch for the winter
Check out these three movies on Hulu that are perfect to watch this winter, including an uncomfortable satire and a terrific coming-of-age film from Zach Braff......»»
More frequent extreme droughts result in significant crop losses, say researchers
Climate change has resulted in increasingly extreme weather events worldwide. NIBIO research scientist Pål Thorvaldsen is among the many scientists who participated in a large international drought experiment initiated by the University of Michigan,.....»»