Science is facing heavy criticism from various corners of the world. The recent election of a leader with anti-science views in the US is just one example. Climate change, a pressing global issue, is constantly under scrutiny, with scientists and their findings being attacked. Topics like reproducti
Agriculture is the backbone of many African countries, but climate change is making it tougher to grow crops. A recent study looked at cereal crops in 35 sub-Saharan countries from 2005 to 2020. It found that farmers were pretty efficient, with an average score of 83%. However, climate change is hur
John Prescott, a former UK Deputy Prime Minister, has passed away at the age of 86. His family shared that he devoted his life to enhancing others' lives, advocating for social justice, and protecting the environment. Prescott, who battled Alzheimer's disease, died peacefully in a care home on Wedne
Wildfires are becoming more frequent due to climate change. A research team in Western Canada studied reports from 2015 to 2020, focusing on the speed of wildfire detection. They discovered that even if we report fires an hour earlier, the cost reduction for firefighting is minimal, around 0. 25%. T
Are you fed up with the political climate in the U. S. ? A small village in Italy called Ollolai has an unusual offer for you. They're selling houses for as little as $1. The idea is to attract Americans and others who want a change of scenery and a more balanced life. This isn't just a giveaway; th
In October 2023, Nanjing University of Information Science and Technology hosted an international workshop focused on how agriculture can adapt to climate change and air pollution. Experts from various fields gathered to discuss the challenges and priorities for the future. The workshop was divided
Early Wednesday, over 500, 000 people on the West Coast lost power due to a powerful storm. In Lynnwood, Snohomish County, a woman in her 50s passed away when a tree fell at a homeless encampment. That's not all—high winds, rain, and snow brought down trees, power lines, and created blizzard conditi
In a stunning revelation, Australian scientists have reported record-high coral mortality in parts of the Great Barrier Reef, raising concerns about the fate of the entire structure. The Australian Institute of Marine Science (AIMS) recently completed surveys on 12 reefs, revealing that up to 72% of
Imagine a world where stock markets are not just swayed by economic news, but also by the weather and climate policies. This study dives into how stock returns in big emerging economies like Brazil, Russia, India, China, and South Africa react to two types of climate risks: physical ones (like natur
When Donald Trump returns to the White House, he plans to make significant changes to the country's environmental policies. Some of the biggest changes include withdrawing from the Paris Agreement, opening more areas for oil and gas drilling, and weakening rules that control power plant emissions. T
