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Why is it so chilly? Blame the Arctic!

January 7, 2025

Brrr! Temperatures have plunged across the U. S. , with Winter Storm Blair bringing snow and winter alerts to millions. This isn't just any cold snap; it's tied to the Arctic, where warming can push cold air south. Climate change might be making these cold snaps more likely. The polar vortex, a spi

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Taiwan's Heatwave: A Record Breaker with a Chill Ending

January 7, 2025

In 2024, Taiwan experienced its hottest year ever, with an average temperature of 24. 97°C (76. 95°F), beating the previous record set in 2020. This heatwave was part of a global trend, with climate change causing extreme weather and costly natural disasters worldwide. Taiwan's Central Weather Admin

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Beating the Heat: How Pre-Heating and Bacteria Help Oilseed Plants

January 7, 2025

Every year, heat waves caused by climate change pose a serious threat to food security. For certain crops like oilseed rape and camelina, heat stress during the reproductive stage can lead to significant losses in yield and quality. But what if there was a way to help these plants better withstand i

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Baton Rouge's Hottest Years: A Close Race Between 2023 and 2024

January 6, 2025

2024 and 2023 have been neck and neck in the race for Baton Rouge's hottest year ever, tying at an average temperature of 72. 5°F. This record goes back to 1893, making it a pretty big deal. While 2024 didn't see as many scorching days as 2023, with only 6 days reaching triple-digit heat compared to

science

Warming Waters: How Changes in Light Affect Antarctic Fjords

January 6, 2025

The West Antarctic Peninsula is warming quickly, which is causing glaciers to melt and the fast-ice to disappear earlier. This study looked at how this warming affects the underwater conditions in Potter Cove, an Antarctic fjord. Over 30 years, scientists tracked air temperatures and found that warm

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Water Plants Under Climate Pressure: A Look at Tehran's Future

January 5, 2025

Climate change is shaking up water treatment plants, especially in places like Tehran. Scientists are worried about a green algae called chlorophyll-a, which can cause problems in water quality. To understand how climate change affects water flows, experts used a model called SDSM. They looked at th

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Saving Our Future: The Global Push to Protect Wild Rice

January 5, 2025

Did you know that wild rice could be a game-changer in feeding the world? As our planet's climate goes through big changes, it's becoming crucial to save and use wild rice varieties. These are like the grandparents of the rice we eat, with special traits that could help rice crops survive tough cond

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Renewable Energy Power Rankings: A Fresh Look

January 5, 2025

India's rapidly growing population and urbanization are driving up energy demand. Traditional energy sources are lagging behind, making renewable energy sources (RES) a crucial focus for sustainability and climate change management. India is blessed with diverse RES like solar, geothermal, hydro, bi

health

Floods and Death Rates: A Closer Look at the United States

January 5, 2025

You might think floods only cause water damage to homes, but they can also increase the number of deaths in certain groups. A recent study investigated death records from 2001-2018 in the United States and found some surprising results. They used high-detail flood information and a special statistic

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Unraveling Dengue: How Plants and Heat Affect Mosquitoes and Disease

January 3, 2025

Dengue fever, a common tropical disease spread by mosquitoes, is heavily influenced by environmental factors like rain, heat, and city growth. This interesting study takes a deeper look at how small climates, plant life, and where Aedes mosquitoes live impact dengue outbreaks in areas with lots of c