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February lockdown in China caused a drop in some types of air pollution, but not others
Nitrogen dioxide, which comes from transportation, was half of what would be expected over China in February 2020. Other emissions and cloud properties, however, showed no significant changes.
Fossil leaves show high atmospheric carbon spurred ancient 'global greening'
Scientists studying leaves from a 23-million-year-old forest have for the first time linked high levels of atmospheric carbon dioxide with increased plant growth, and the hot climate off the time....
Record melt: Greenland lost 586 billion tons of ice in 2019
Greenland lost a record amount of ice during an extra warm 2019, with the melt massive enough to cover California in more than four feet (1.25 meters) of water, a...
Climate change: 'Unprecedented' ice loss as Greenland breaks record
In a record breaking 2019, Greenland lost enough ice to cover the UK with over 2m of melt water.
Scientists reveal shifting spring phenology of Arctic tundra with satellite and ground observation
Phenology represents the seasonal dynamics of vegetation, and is an important indicator of local and regional climate change. With stronger warming trends at higher latitudes, the seasonality of vulnerable Arctic...
Japanese government under fire for Mauritius oil spill
The Japanese government is coming under heavy criticism following a massive oil spill off the coast of Mauritius involving a Japanese-owned ship.
Tom Hardy to narrate 'All or Nothing: Tottenham Hotspur' for Amazon
Tom Hardy is set to narrate Amazon's newest edition of its sports documentary series "All or Nothing," which will focus on Premier League soccer team Tottenham Hotspur.
Creating meaningful change in cities takes decades, not years, and starts from the bottom
New mathematical models reveal the links between the structure of cities and the dynamical nature of growth and inequality in human societies.
Fossil leaves prove elevated CO2 triggered greening 23M years ago
The links between rising CO2 levels, global warming and greening trends have been confirmed by fossilized leaves from a 23 million-year-old forest.
Comedy Central cancels 'Drunk History' after six seasons
Comedy Central has canceled comedy series "Drunk History" after six seasons.
Dounreay site available for reuse in the year 2333
The Nuclear Decommissioning Authority says the Dounreay facility will be ready for redevelopment by 2333.
A new kind of plastic that is able to maintain its original qualities when recycled
A team of researchers from the U.S., China, and Saudi Arabia has developed a new kind of plastic that is able to maintain its original qualities when recycled. In their...
'Mummified' plants give glimpse of Earth's future
Fossilised leaves suggest some plants may adapt to grow more quickly as CO2 levels rise.
Watch: Maisie Williams 'couldn't be happier' with 'Game of Thrones' ending
Maisie Williams appeared on "The Tonight Show" and discussed her thoughts on the ending to "Game of Thrones" and what happened to her character Arya Stark.
Greta Thunberg to meet with German leader Angela Merkel to urge climate action
Teenage Swedish climate activist Greta Thunberg will meet with German Chancellor Angela Merkel Thursday to mark the second anniversary of her first school strike and push for more reform.
Hunting industry hit hard by COVID-19 pandemic gets relief via new Alberta wildlife regulations
The Alberta government passed two temporary amendments to hunting regulations earlier this month in an effort to increase business for guides and outfitters, an industry that has struggled during the...
Plants take in less carbon in a warming world
As world temperatures rise, the rate at which plants in certain regions can absorb carbon dioxide is declining, according to University of Queensland research.
Soil data reveals secrets in ancient Israel
Fresh insight gleaned from rocks and soil mapped across Israel will help reveal more information about ancient humans, animals and evolution in the Middle East region.
Mavericks clip Clippers, even NBA playoff series
The Dallas Mavericks used a balanced attack to beat the Los Angeles Clippers in Game 2 of a playoff clash in Orlando, Fla., and even their Western Conference series at...
Tampa Bay Rays beat New York Yankees and Gerrit Cole, move up in AL East
The Tampa Bay Rays on Wednesday forced the New York Yankees to do something out of the ordinary: lose a game with pitching ace Gerrit Cole on the mound.
50 years ago, scientists clocked the speed of Antarctic ice
Soviet research in Antarctica, Science News, August 22 & 29, 1970 — There is a hypothesis that the Great Antarctic [Ice] Shield is gradually sliding into the sea at a rate of...
Coal elimination treaty needed urgently
A new proposed Coal Elimination Treaty could make a major contribution to preventing dangerous climate change and save millions of lives, according to two UNSW Canberra academics.
Australia's farmers want more climate action, and they're starting in their own (huge) backyards
The National Farmer's Federation says Australia needs a tougher policy on climate, today calling on the Morrison government to commit to an economy wide target of net-zero greenhouse gas emission...
To preserve tropical forests, empower local communities
The world's tropical forests offer immense value to humanity, and the evidence of this is now overwhelming. Drugs derived from plants in tropical forests are used to treat cancer, diabetes...
Northern California wildfires spur evacuations, state of emergency declaration
Thousands of people were under orders to evacuate their homes in regions surrounding the San Francisco Bay Area Wednesday as nearly 40 wildfires blazed across California amid a blistering heat...
3-D printing 'greener' buildings using local soil
The construction industry is currently facing two major challenges: the demand for sustainable infrastructure and the need to repair deteriorating buildings, bridges and roads. While concrete is the material of...
California slammed by wildfires, heat, unhealthy smoky air
Northern Californians were confronted with multiple threats as wildfires, unhealthy smoky air, extreme heat, the looming possibility of power outages and an ongoing pandemic forced many to weigh the risks...
Arctic National Wildlife Refuge: The animals at risk from Alaska oil drilling
As Donald Trump pushes forward with plans for drilling in the Alaskan wilderness, what is at stake?