Environment
Russian Workers Fall Into Sewer, Are Swept Away by Heavy Rain
Three of the workers who were cleaning the sewer died, while the others were rescued on Sunday.
Brutal Heatwaves in U.S. Will Be Regular Occurrences, New Study Predicts
Climatologists have said that extreme heatwave events will increase by 30 percentage points in the future, mostly due to greenhouse gases.
Queen Snubs Harry: Says Charles, William Continue Philip's Climate Legacy
In a message to a religious conference, the queen called the environment a cause "close to the heart" of Philip, "carried on" by William and Charles.
Ice Age May Still Shape Future of Seagrasses, Dependent Species: Scientists
Scientists looked at eelgrass or seagrass communities on the North Atlantic and Pacific coasts of North America.
One and a Half Cheers for a Greenish New Deal
The Inflation Reduction Act of 2022 is a far cry from the THRIVE agenda that we developed as the blueprint for our movement; however, the investments can buy us time and serve as a first step on our road to a Green New Deal and climate justice for all.
Climate Advocates Swift, Oprah, Spielberg Called Out for Private Jet Use
A new report ranking the biggest celebrity "offenders" of private jet emissions includes some stars known for promoting environmental causes.
Scientists Invent Paper Battery That Works With Just a Drop of Water
The disposable batteries could soon be used to power parcel tracking and medical devices.
Pennsylvania Avoids a Disastrous Green New Deal Policy—For Now
If Wolf or his successor forces Pennsylvania into RGGI, workers in our Commonwealth will pay dearly.
Protesters Occupy 600-Year-Old Oak Tree To Stop It Being Cut Down
Protesters are opposing plans to build a $304 million road in England by chopping down the ancient tree.
Japanese Knotweed Threatens to Take Over Homes, Lower Value
Residents in this U.K. neighborhood could lose thousands of dollars in home value if the invasive Japanese knotweed is left unchecked.
Latino Conservation Week Was the Country's Most Important So Far
Bold and significant climate action, anchored in meaningful clean energy expansion and fair environmental justice provisions, is the only way to secure the health, safety, and future of our families.
Historic Fort Not Taken By British Finally Conquered - By Swarm of Bees
Fort Stanwix, located in Rome, New York, and known as the fort that never surrendered, is one of the landmarks of American history.
Plastic Pollution Can Be Removed From Lakes By Naturally-Occurring Bacteria
Plastic pollution can be removed from lakes by naturally-occurring bacteria, new research reveals.
Carbon Dioxide-Storing Bacterial Enzyme May Help Fight Climate Change
Swiss and German researchers say this is the first known enzyme capable of directly using hydrogen as an electron source for carbon dioxide storage.
Book Review: Jon Raymond's 'Denial,' a Compelling Novel on Climate Change
The novel examines how justice contends with the natural state of an unforgiving world, among many other moral topics.
'Biblical' Flash Floods Hit Russian Black Sea Resort amid Storms, Tornadoes
One woman died in Sochi when the Russian city was hit by massive flooding on Saturday.
Oak Fire Approaching Yosemite Explodes in Size, State of Emergency Declared
The blaze has covered more than 11,900 acres and was zero percent contained, officials said.
Polar Bear Cub Rescued After Getting Tongue Stuck in Tin—Video
A team from Moscow Zoo tranquilized the bear, removed the metal from her mouth and treated cuts to her tongue.
Al Gore Likens Climate Deniers to Uvalde Officers 'Waiting' During Shooting
"They heard the screams, they heard the gunshots, and nobody stepped forward," the environmentalist said.
California's Trees Are Dying and Might Not Be Coming Back: Scientists
Researchers used LANDSAT satellite data to document how tree-cover changed in California from 1985 to 2021, being shrunk by wildfires, logging, and droughts.
Chinese Paddlefish Officially Declared Extinct
According to an IUCN report, the Chinese paddlefish is extinct, the Yangtze sturgeon is extinct in the wild, and the ship sturgeon has vanished from the Danube.
Price of French Fries to Soar in Britain After Record Heatwave
Prior to the record heatwave in Europe, the war in Ukraine had already made French fries expensive due to difficulties in procuring cooking oil.
Scientists Develop Futuristic Jet Fuel By Using Water, Sunlight and CO2
Researchers in Switzerland are the first to produce the fuel in a power generator rather than a lab.
Scientists Discover Eco-Friendly Way to Produce Chemical Used in Plastics
Scientists have found an eco-friendly way of producing a chemical widely used in plastics, dyes, and paracetamol (acetaminophen) that avoids using fossil fuels.
Wildlife Group Heartbroken After Company Tears Down Their Bee Garden
The council-run company defended its actions after angering local volunteers who built the garden just two days before its removal.
Prince William's Earthshot Prize Heading to Boston in Early December
Boston will host the Earthshot Prize awards ceremony with a potential visit from Prince William and Kate Middleton, though this has not yet been confirmed.
What Is a Climate Emergency and Will Joe Biden Declare One in U.S?
Newsweek has everything you need to know about what a climate emergency is, if the U.S is in one, and if Joe Biden will declare one in the U.S.
'Forever Chemicals' Are Contaminating Some Water Wells Across America
The toxic chemicals known as Per- or polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) have been linked to health issues such as cancer or suppressed immune function.
Over 1,000 Dinosaur Footprints Found in Tiny Town in Just 10 Days
Paleontologists believe that the fossils found in the small Chilean town date back to the late Jurassic period.
Desertification Is Destroying Mauritania
While climate change is the most significant factor for desertification, it is crucial not to ignore that human activities are also partially responsible.