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In the 1950s, a Soviet engineer proposed damming the Bering Strait and pumping the ocean to melt the Arctic, a deliberate plan to thaw the top of the world and warm SiberiaA Soviet engineer proposed damming the Bering Strait to warm the Arctic. This ambitious plan aimed to melt ice and change global weather pa...
In 1850s, a Brooklyn scientist imported 16 English sparrows to eat urban caterpillars; by 1915, the invasive birds had spread across AmericaHouse sparrows were introduced to America in 1850, which quickly led to their widespread establishment. These birds, initially intended to ...
Why the coming winter is going to be a long, cold one for EuropeEurope will face the next winter with alarmingly low energy supplies and heating oil inventories. Global markets for liquefied natural gas ...
Centuries Ago, a Hidden Catastrophe Shaped One of America's Most Dangerous Volcanoes That Still Matters TodayMount Rainier remains one of America's most iconic mountains, attracting hikers, climbers and nature lovers from around the world. Yet its ...
Thousands of African winter skiing tourists are flocking to snowy LesothoLesotho's Afriski Mountain Resort attracts thousands of winter visitors annually. This unique sub-Saharan ski destination offers slopes for...
How a 64-team World Cup could transform soccer's economicsFIFA president Gianni Infantino is considering a 64-team World Cup after the recent 48-team tournament. This potential expansion could sign...
Goldman raises Dutch TTF gas price view on slow Hormuz export recoveryGoldman Sachs raised its Dutch TTF gas price forecasts for the final two quarters of 2025, citing expectations of further delays in the nor...
Relieved that crude has finally fallen? The real warning signs just began flashing elsewhereAs the Iran crisis enters its fifth month, traders have become increasingly convinced that Trump will do almost anything to avoid a politic...
Daylight saving time to become permanent in US? Here's what it means for your clocks, sleep, winter mornings and what happens nextPermanent Daylight Saving Time: The US House of Representatives has approved a bill to make Daylight Saving Time permanent. This proposal n...
Ukraine's parliament approves Serhii Koretskyi as the country's new prime ministerUkraine's parliament approved Serhii Koretskyi as the new prime minister. This appointment occurred as hundreds protested the defense minis...
Greek islands battle drought as travellers arrive for peak tourist seasonSeven Greek islands declared drought emergencies this year amid climate change impacts. Astypalaia relies on bottled water as its sole rese...
That sharp chlorine smell at the swimming pool is not chlorine, and the CDC says it means the opposite of what you assume; a properly maintained pool should barely smell of anything at allThat strong "pool smell" actually signals a need for more chlorine. Chloramines, formed from swimmer byproducts, cause irritation and eye s...
Global weather datasets may be underestimating Himalayan snowfall, says international studyGlobal weather models significantly underestimate Himalayan snowfall, a new study found. This underestimation is particularly pronounced in...
Ukraine downs 5 Russian ballistic missiles as Kyiv looks to harden its air defensesUkraine's air force intercepted five ballistic missiles during overnight Russian attacks. Other missiles and drones struck warehouses and a...
Ukraine and nine other countries announce a coalition to protect Europe from ballistic missilesTen European nations and Ukraine formed a coalition for ballistic missile defense. This initiative aims to protect Europe from growing miss...
EU, UK hit Russia with joint sanctions over cyber attacksBrussels said it was imposing sanctions on nine people and four entities, while London said it was adding 24 names to its blacklist. Among ...
Wheat soars as Ukraine attacks on Russia seen as export riskWhile it’s not yet known if Russia’s grain flows were impacted, prices for wheat gained as much as 4.8%, the most since mid-May.
El Nino is expected 'to break records': top expertAn El Nino weather event is predicted to reach record-breaking strength. Experts anticipate extreme weather patterns globally due to this p...
Super El Niño 2026 could be even stronger than expected: California could face flooding while the US braces for a harsh winterA powerful Super El Niño is developing in the Pacific Ocean. Forecasters predict this climate phenomenon will intensify rapidly in coming m...
Europe can’t just air-condition its way out of the heatwave meltdownEurope's infrastructure, built for cold, is struggling with record heatwaves. From buckling train tracks and melting roads to hospitals can...