A vast patch of unusually cold water in the North Atlantic Ocean is drawing increasing concern from climate scientists, as new research suggests it could signal the weakening of one of Earth’s most important ocean circulation systems. Located south of Greenland and Iceland, the so-called “cold blob” has puzzled researchers for decades. While global ocean temperatures … [Read more...] about A mysterious ‘cold blob’ in the ocean has puzzled scientists. A new study says it’s an ominous sign
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The chances of El Niño hitting the planet stand at 80%. Here’s how it could wreak havoc on the weather.
Climate experts are warning that El Niño conditions are increasingly likely to develop in the coming months, potentially bringing higher global temperatures and a greater risk of extreme weather events across several regions of the world. According to forecasts from international weather agencies, the climate pattern has a strong chance of forming and persisting through the … [Read more...] about The chances of El Niño hitting the planet stand at 80%. Here’s how it could wreak havoc on the weather.
‘Point of no return’: New Orleans relocation must start now due to sea level, study finds
New research is painting a stark future for New Orleans, warning that one of America’s most culturally iconic cities may eventually face an unavoidable retreat as rising seas, sinking land, and disappearing wetlands steadily erode the foundations beneath it. A perspectives paper published in Nature Sustainability argues that coastal Louisiana has effectively crossed a “point … [Read more...] about ‘Point of no return’: New Orleans relocation must start now due to sea level, study finds
US Science Is Under Attack
The foundation of scientific progress in the United States is under siege. With a wave of executive orders and policy reversals, the current administration has thrown the nation's scientific institutions into chaos. From halting funding to censoring research, the impact on critical fields such as climate science, public health, and technological innovation is devastating. This … [Read more...] about US Science Is Under Attack
2024 Was The Hottest Year In Recorded History, Unleashing “Misery For Millions Of People”
The year 2024 etched its place in history as the hottest year ever recorded. With global temperatures breaching the critical 1.5°C threshold above pre-industrial levels for the first time, this milestone underscores the escalating climate crisis affecting millions of lives worldwide. According to reports from NASA, NOAA, the UK Met Office, and the World Meteorological … [Read more...] about 2024 Was The Hottest Year In Recorded History, Unleashing “Misery For Millions Of People”