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Jun 26 2025WEATHER

Boston's Heat Wave: A Quick but Intense Warm-Up

Boston just experienced a sudden and intense heat wave, with temperatures soaring above 100 degrees, breaking a record from 2013. This wasn't just a local thing; other parts of New England felt the heat too. But don't worry, this hot spell won't last long. By Thursday, temperatures will drop to the

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Jun 23 2025SCIENCE

Boosting Battery Power in the Cold with a Simple Trick

Aqueous sodium-ion batteries are gaining traction for their safety and affordability. However, they have a few drawbacks. The main issue is their limited electrochemical stability window and their tendency to freeze in cold temperatures. This can hinder their use in real-world situations. Resea

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Jun 22 2025WEATHER

Sizzling Summer: The US Faces a Serious Heat Wave

In the coming days, the eastern half of the United States will experience some of the hottest temperatures of the year. This intense heat is caused by a powerful weather pattern known as a heat dome, which is expected to develop over the weekend. The National Weather Service has issued a level 4-of-

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Jun 21 2025HEALTH

How Does Unusual Weather Affect Our Blood Fat Levels?

Climate change is making weather patterns go haywire. This isn't just about hotter summers or colder winters. It's about how these changes mess with our bodies. One big question is how unusual temperatures impact the fats in our blood. This isn't something that's been studied a lot. So, a big study

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Jun 21 2025WEATHER

The Heat Wave Hits: How to Stay Cool and Safe

The eastern United States is about to face a significant heat wave. It will start this weekend and last into next week. The National Weather Service has labeled it "the first major heat wave of the season. " This means temperatures will be much higher than usual, especially in the Plains. They could

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Jun 19 2025ENVIRONMENT

Climate Change and the Future of Our Food

The world's food supply is in trouble. Climate change is messing with it big time. How much damage it will do is still up for debate. Some experts think farmers will adapt quickly and keep losses small. Others warn that changes will be hard to make and losses will be huge. It's a tough call. A lot

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Jun 18 2025ENVIRONMENT

Weather Shifts in Northwestern Ethiopia: A Look at Recent Trends

The Horro Guduru Wallaga Zone in Northwestern Ethiopia has been experiencing notable changes in weather patterns. This region, heavily dependent on rain-fed agriculture, has seen significant shifts in rainfall and temperature over the past four decades. The data from seven weather stations reveal so

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Jun 18 2025HEALTH

Temperature Swings and Health Risks in South Africa

South Africa is no stranger to hot and cold spells. But did you know that these temperature swings can affect health? A recent study looked into how these changes impact heart and lung diseases in five major South African cities. The focus was on the link between temperature variability and death

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Jun 18 2025WEATHER

Weather Watch: Storms Brewing in the Midwest

The weather is set to get stormy. The National Weather Service has issued a warning for Wednesday. Expect showers and thunderstorms to roll in, mainly after 1 p. m. The winds could gust up to 20 mph in parts of northeast Illinois and northwest Indiana. It is important to be prepared for this wea

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Jun 18 2025SCIENCE

Climate Change: The Hidden 19th-Century Signal

Climate change is not a new phenomenon. The late 19th century saw significant shifts in atmospheric temperatures. These changes were driven by the rapid increase in carbon dioxide levels. This was due to the burning of fossil fuels. The science behind how CO2 traps heat was already understood in the

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