Imagine you're a grass trying to survive in harsh conditions. You might think that learning to handle drought would also help you deal with cold winters. Scientists are exploring if this is true or not. They studied different types of grasses and how they adapt to different climates. Some grasses th
Climate change is a massive global problem, and China's got a plan: the "dual-carbon" target. This means companies that pollute a lot, especially in the heavy industry, have to cut down on their carbon emissions. Sounds tough, right? But there's a twist. When these companies reveal info about their
Did you know that high temperatures and humidity can be deadly for older people's hearts? As we age, our bodies find it tougher to handle extreme weather. While many studies have looked at how heat affects heart disease deaths, the combination of heat and humidity is still a mystery. Scientists use
In the scorching summer of 2022, southeast England encountered something unprecedented - record-breaking heatwaves. Alongside this, urban areas like London witnessed unusual wildfires, causing alarm among residents and scientists alike. To understand this better, experts analyzed fire weather data f
A massive cold snap is on its way, ready to sweep across the US just in time for Donald Trump's second inauguration. Experts warn that this frigid blast hails from Siberia, drawn towards the United States by an unusual shift in the polar vortex. The chill will be so intense that it may even break re
Climate change is bringing more heat waves to both land and sea. While many habitats are affected, the intertidal zone is unique because it experiences both atmospheric and marine heat waves. But how do creatures living in this zone handle these extreme temperatures? First, let's look at what cause
The recent wildfires in Los Angeles have claimed 24 lives so far, with 16 individuals losing their lives in the Eaton Fire alone. But the true cost of these fires may be much higher in the coming years, thanks to the deadly smoke they've produced. Experts warn that the health impacts of breathing in
Imagine a world where you're penalized for living in a place prone to natural disasters. That's what should happen according to basic economics. But our insurance system doesn't work that way. Instead, it encourages people to move to risky areas. This is a big problem, especially with climate change
Southern California is on high alert due to dangerously dry conditions and gusty winds. Moisture levels are at record lows, making the region a tinderbox ready to ignite. This "weather whiplash" from wet to dry spells hasn't been seen since 1992-1993. Scientists warn that climate change may be ampli
In the year before the Los Angeles county wildfires, major fossil fuel companies fought hard against a bill that would have made them pay for climate disasters. This bill, known as the Polluters Pay Climate Cost Recovery Act of 2024, was aimed at requiring the state's biggest carbon polluters to con
