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Summer's Sweltering Sizzle: A Record-Breaking Heatwave

September 22, 2024

As the autumnal equinox marked the official start of fall in the Northern Hemisphere, the United States breathed a collective sigh of relief as the sweltering heat of summer finally began to subside. But the summer of 2024 will be remembered for its record-breaking heat, with at least five states ex

politics

The Great Shift: Harris' Rise to the Forefront of Change

September 22, 2024

As the 2024 presidential election heats up, a new national poll reveals a significant shift in the dynamics of the race. Vice President Kamala Harris has emerged as the leading candidate, gaining a 5-point lead over former President Donald Trump among registered voters. This turnaround is largely at

business

Radar Revival: Climavision's Quest for Better Weather Forecasting

September 20, 2024

The National Weather Service (NWS) and Climavision, a leader in weather technology, have extended their contract, allowing NWS to continue accessing data from 13 of Climavision's radar sites. This agreement is a significant step in improving weather forecasting infrastructure in the United States.

environment

Rare Iceland Encounter: When Polar Bears Come Knocking

September 20, 2024

In the remote village of northwest Iceland, a rare polar bear sighting turned into a life-threatening encounter for a local resident. The 150-200 kilogram bear, not native to the region, was spotted rummaging through a woman's garbage, prompting her to lock herself upstairs and call for help. Luckil

environment

Turning Carbon Waste into Power: A Game-Changer for a Greener Future

September 17, 2024

Imagine a world where carbon dioxide, the main culprit behind climate change, is transformed into a clean energy source. Sounds like science fiction, right? Well, researchers from Tokyo Metropolitan University have made it a reality. They've developed an innovative electrochemical cell that can effi

environment

Spark of Change: How One Woman's Vision is Keeping Electric Charging Stations Running Smoothly

September 17, 2024

Kameale Terry's journey began with a harsh reality check. As she took care of her ailing mother in their hometown of South Central Los Angeles, she discovered a critical issue plaguing the expanding network of electric vehicle charging stations across the US – a workforce to maintain them. With her

environment

Floods and Fires Bring Europe to a Standstill

September 17, 2024

The European continent has been ravaged by a combination of severe flooding and wildfires, leaving a trail of devastation in its wake. While the floods have forced the evacuation of an entire city in Poland, the fires in Portugal have displaced thousands and continue to rage out of control. The cit

environment

Rainy Days, Deadly Nights: How Central Europe's Floods Exposed the Consequences of Climate Change

September 17, 2024

As Storm Boris wreaks havoc across central Europe, at least 17 people have lost their lives in the worst floods the region has seen in decades. But is this a one-off event or a harbinger of things to come? The answer lies in the rapidly warming climate, which is fueling extreme weather events worldw

business

Flowcarbon's Token Refund: A Cautionary Tale of Climate Tech's Dark Side

September 16, 2024

In a surprise move, Flowcarbon, a climate tech startup founded by Adam Neumann, has been issuing refunds to investors who purchased its "Goddess Nature Token" – a move that raises questions about the viability of carbon credits and the blockchain's role in the climate market. Flowcarbon, which secur

environment

Can Science and Faith Merge to Save the Planet?

September 15, 2024

As we grapple with the existential threat of climate change, it may seem unfathomable to imagine a scenario where science and faith converge in a quest for sustainability. Yet, this is exactly what happened at a recent summit in the Vatican, where Massachusetts Governor Maura Healey delivered a keyn