AI is often portrayed as a threat, but it's already making a real difference in several fields. It's easy to get caught up in the doom and gloom surrounding artificial intelligence. The media often focuses on the scary stuff, like robots taking over jobs or AI being used for harm. But let's not forget that AI is also doing some amazing things right now. It's help...
Summer is just around the corner. But did you know that for scientists, it starts a bit earlier? Meteorologists mark the beginning of summer on June 1st. This might seem odd, but there's a good reason behind it. The summer solstice, which is when the Northern Hemisphere is tilted closest to the sun, happens around June 20th. This is what most people think of as the ...
In May 2025, the small Swiss village of Blatten faced a major disaster. A large section of the Birch glacier gave way. Ice, rocks, mud, and water rushed down the mountain. This buried most of the village. Around 300 people live in Blatten. They had to evacuate quickly. A search was launched for a missing 64-year-old man. Drones with thermal cameras were used. But the...
Pride events across the United States are facing financial challenges. Many companies have pulled out of Pride sponsorships, leaving organizers scrambling to fill budget gaps. This trend has raised questions about corporate support for LGBTQ+ communities. The shift comes at a time when political tensions are high. The Trump administration rolled back several LGB...
In the heart of Iceland, two massive plants stand as symbols of hope and controversy. They operate like giant air purifiers, pulling in air and extracting carbon dioxide, a major contributor to global warming. This technology, known as direct air capture, is championed by a Swiss company called Climeworks. However, the path to a cleaner planet is far from smooth. ...
The link between weather and our emotions is real. For over a decade, researchers have been looking into how temperature shifts affect our moods. They have found that changes in temperature can influence how we feel. This is not just about feeling hot or cold. It is about how these changes can make us feel sad, worried, or lonely. To understand this better, scie...
The Danish government is eager to use biomass pyrolysis to fight climate change. They are focusing on straw and manure-based digestate as primary materials. However, the environmental effects of this approach are not fully understood. This is a problem because the country is investing heavily in this technology. The goal is to turn straw and digestate into useful pr...
Climate change is hitting Africa hard, bringing more frequent and intense disasters. These events are taking a serious toll on the mental health of young people. Droughts, floods, and extreme weather are causing a lot of stress. These events are linked to strong negative feelings, anxiety, post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), and depression among youth. This is a ...
A Peruvian farmer who also works as a mountain guide has faced a setback in his legal fight against a major European energy corporation. Saúl Luciano Lliuya, who resides in the central Ancash region of Peru, took legal action against RWE. This company is one of Europe's top producers of greenhouse gases. Lliuya's concern centers around Lake Palcacocha, a glacial lak...
The world is in for a rough ride over the next few years. Top weather experts have a grim forecast: get ready for more intense heat waves and stronger storms. The chance of breaking annual temperature records is high. There is an 80% likelihood that the world will shatter another temperature record in the next five years. The world is also likely to surpass the inter...