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Weather Science in Peril: A Risky Move by the Trump Administration

December 20, 2025

The Trump administration has sparked concern among scientists and officials by planning to break up the National Center for Atmospheric Research (NCAR), a key institution for weather, wildfire, and climate science. This decision comes amid tensions between President Donald Trump and Colorado Governo

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Is Global Warming Science Just Hot Air?

December 19, 2025

A recent study has stirred up a storm in the world of climate science. It questions the way global temperatures are measured and used to make big decisions. The study points out that averaging temperatures from different places, like Mount Everest and the Sahara Desert, doesn't make much sense. It's

politics

Big Changes and Big News: A Look at Today's Top Stories

December 18, 2025

In a major shake-up, the Oscars are making a big move. Starting in 2029, the famous awards show will leave ABC and head to YouTube. This shift shows how streaming is taking over from traditional TV. Taxes are changing too. President Trump's "One Big Beautiful Bill, " passed in July, has new rules a

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The Sun's Role in Climate Change: A Scientist's Perspective

December 13, 2025

Dr. Willie Soon, a well-known astrophysicist, has a different take on climate change. He believes the sun, not CO2, is the main driver of Earth's climate. His research shows that the sun provides almost all the energy for our weather and climate. He argues that temperature changes over the past 150

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NASA's Future: A Billionaire's Bold Plan Sparks Debate

December 4, 2025

A billionaire's vision for NASA is stirring up quite the storm. Jared Isaacman, a tech mogul, is back in the hot seat, defending his ideas for the space agency. Senators are not happy about a leaked plan called Project Athena. It suggests big changes, like cutting back on science and handing over ta

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Climate Data: Who's Really Paying the Price?

November 23, 2025

Private companies are stepping up to fill the gap left by the U. S. government's reduced investment in climate science. This shift is creating a boom in the earth intelligence sector, with businesses like Climate X and GHGSat leading the charge. Climate X, a London-based data analytics firm, recent

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North Carolina Honors Heroes After Hurricane Helene

November 15, 2025

In 2024, Hurricane Helene hit North Carolina hard, especially in the western mountains. The storm brought record rainfall, with 24 inches at Mount Mitchell and nearly 31 inches in Busick. This caused massive flooding, over $60 billion in damages, and more than 100 deaths. Phone and internet services

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Weather Wonders: How Ocean Temperature Changes Shape Our World

November 14, 2025

Long ago, fishermen near Peru and Ecuador noticed something odd. Every few years, the ocean water near their fishing spots would get warmer. This warm water drove fish away, making it tough for the fishermen to catch enough to eat. They called this strange event "El Niño, " which means "The Child" i

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Climate Science Debate: Who's Really Cherry-Picking Facts?

October 30, 2025

A recent report by the Department of Energy (DOE) has sparked a heated debate, with some critics accusing it of cherry-picking data and ignoring mainstream climate research. However, a closer look at the report reveals a different story. The DOE report acknowledges that global temperatures have bee

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A Billionaire's Deep-Sea Mission: Saving Science One Discovery at a Time

September 18, 2025

In the vast, mysterious world beneath the ocean's surface, a billionaire is making waves. Wendy Schmidt, wife of former Google CEO Eric Schmidt, is on a mission to save science. She's not just throwing money at the problem. She's creating opportunities and supporting researchers who might otherwise