Arctic tundra now emits planet-warming pollution, federal report finds
Arctic tundra, which has stored carbon for thousands of years, has now become a source of planet-warming pollution.
Climate-Related Damage Costs $16 Million per Hour on Average Globally, New Study Estimates
Over the past 20 years, extreme weather events globally, like hurricanes, floods and heat waves, have cost an estimated $2.8 trillion, according to a new study.
Scaredy cats? Wild animals fear humans more than lions, study finds
The sound of ‘super predator’ human voices instils more terror around the waterhole than the big cats’ roar, researchers discover
‘We Knew This Was Coming’: Deadly Himalayan Dam Burst Was Predicted by Scientists
The climate crisis is melting ice in the Himalayas, threatening to overflow glacial lakes as the Indian government rushes to build new dams.
Glowing Wombats: Scientists Discover 125 New Species of Fluorescent Mammals
If you were to host a blacklight party in the taxidermy wing of a natural history museum, most of the mammals would fit right in with their eerie fluorescent glow.
Scientists “Stunned” by Bumblebees’ Ability To Fight Off Invasive Asian Hornets
Researchers found that buff-tailed bumblebees effectively defend against Asian hornet attacks by dropping to the ground.
Similar numbers of male and female turtles hatched at Coral Sea site give hope for survival of species
Sex determination of sea turtles is temperature dependent, with the proportion of female hatchlings increasing when nests are warmer
Abandoned Lands: A Hidden Resource for Restoring Biodiversity
Abandoned farmland has been increasing, with a billion acres — an area half the size of Australia — lost globally.
In a first, researchers have engineered marine bacteria to destroy plastics in seawater
By combining key traits of two bacterial species, the team created a novel bug that can break down plastics in salty conditions—at room temperature.
WATCH: Epic viral video of Cheetah Vs Crocodile encounter takes internet by storm
The visuals of wildlife encounters in the forest are quite rare. When people do get to witness moments of animals fighting, cuddling, and more, they often get mesmerised by the captivating scenes.
Global Heat Record for September ‘Shattered’ by Wide Margin
Earth’s average temperature has “shattered” the previous record for September by more than 0.9 degrees Fahrenheit, the biggest monthly margin ever recorded.
Huge Fire Covers Eastern Croatia With Thick Smoke
Thick smoke has risen over the south of Osijek in eastern Croatia after a recycling depot full of plastic caught fire
India floods: 14 killed and 102 missing after lake overflows and highways washed away
Catastrophic overflow of Lhonak Lake in state of Sikkim caused a dam to partially collapse and submerged army bases
Bumblebee population increases 116 times over in ‘remarkable’ Scotland rewilding project
‘The sound of traffic and a uniform sea of barley have been replaced by the most beautiful meadows, full of wildflowers, young saplings and the buzz of bees’
Barbados Completes World’s First ‘Debt-for-Climate’ Swap
Barbados has secured the world’s first “debt-for-climate” swap to finance crucial water and sewage projects that will help the island cope with the destructive impacts of climate change.
Killer whales have found new homes in the Arctic Ocean, potentially reshaping marine ecology
The vast ice sheets that historically kept killer whales out of the Arctic Ocean are melting as the region rapidly warms.
Pollution in Delhi hits record high, cloaking city in smog
India’s capital, Delhi, imposes emergency measures including closing schools and offices and barring heavy vehicles.
Denmark will plant 1 billion trees and convert 10 per cent of farmland into forest
Danish lawmakers on Monday agreed on a deal to plant one billion trees and convert 10 per cent of farmland into forest and natural habitats over the next two decades in an effort to reduce fertilizer usage.