In a recent meeting, the environment ministers of G20 countries agreed to back new funding sources for protecting ecosystem services. This is exciting news, especially because Brazil has come up with an interesting plan called the Tropical Forests Forever Facility. Unlike some other programs that ju
In the past decade, heatwaves that used to happen once every 10 years have now occurred 2.8 times in 10 years and are 2.2 degrees hotter on average. At the current global warming rate of 3.6 degrees, these heatwaves could strike 5.6 times over the same period and be 4.68 degrees hotter. This doesn't
Scottie Pippen, a seven-time All-Star and six-time NBA champion forward, announced his retirement from the National Basketball Association (NBA) on this date in 2004. This marked the end of an illustrious career that spanned 17 seasons, mostly with the Chicago Bulls. Pippen's achievements include si
In the heart of San Quentin State Prison, the San Quentin News offers a glimmer of hope for inmates like Kevin DeWitt and Juan Carlos Chavez. Despite their convictions, they've found a sense of purpose and self-worth through journalism. The newspaper, which covers both prison life and outside world
Devin Williams, a formidable pitcher, found himself in hot water during the ninth inning against the Mets. Francisco Lindor and Brandon Nimmo managed to make contact with both fastballs and changeups. But it was Pete Alonso who turned the game around by hitting a three-run homer off Williams' middle
You might think of sloths as lazy, but they're actually dealing with a big problem - climate change. These slow-moving animals from Central and South America are having trouble adapting to the world getting hotter. Their bodies are designed to save energy by not regulating their temperature like oth
Artem Chigvintsev and Nikki Bella are having a hard time in their relationship. Recently, they had a big fight that left everyone wondering what really happened. According to Chigvintsev, the argument wasn’t one-sided; both he and Bella ended up on the floor. He strongly denies pushing her as she cl
Last night, Minnesota Governor Tim Walz faced off against Republican candidate J.D. Vance in the Vice Presidential debate. While the topics ranged from climate change to late-term abortion, it was clear that Walz struggled to keep up with his opponent's poise and confidence. The contrast between the
In a conversation about climate change, an expert shares his journey from predicting weather to conveying the reality of climate change. Over 15 years, he’s noticed that his wording has grown stronger and more certain about the climate crisis, highlighting the urgency for action globally. He observe
For years, Asheville, North Carolina, has been promoted as a safe haven from extreme weather. But Hurricane Helene recently showed that this isn't true at all. Asheville is actually very vulnerable to flooding because of its geography and climate history. The city sits in a spot where water can easi
