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Weird October Weather: Warm Records Shattered

October 28, 2024

As October comes to a close, many cities across the U. S. are expecting record-breaking highs. From Monday to Thursday, around 100 daily high-temperature records could be set. It's going to feel more like summer than fall in places like Washington, D. C. , and New York City, with forecasts reaching

environment

Mount Baker's Glaciers Are Melting Faster Than Ever

October 28, 2024

Have you ever wondered what it would be like to see one of the Earth's gigantic glaciers disappear? Well, that's exactly what's happening to Mount Baker's Easton Glacier, and it's all because of climate change. NASA's satellite images reveal that this glacier is retreating super fast – about 100 fee

environment

Climate Change: Pandemic Gains Wiped Out by Record Emissions in 2023

October 27, 2024

In 2023, global carbon emissions hit an all-time high, erasing the temporary decline caused by the 2020 pandemic. This is a significant setback for climate goals, especially the Paris Agreement's target of limiting global warming to 1. 5 degrees Celsius. The United Nations Environment Programme (UNE

entertainment

A Different Kind of Time Travel

October 26, 2024

Ever thought about what a single house has witnessed over the centuries? That's exactly what director Robert Zemeckis, famous for "Back to the Future" and "Forrest Gump, " is exploring in his new film, "Here. " Based on Richard McGuire's graphic novel, the movie takes us on a unique time-traveling j

environment

Australia and UK Team Up for a Greener Future by 2050

October 26, 2024

In a significant commitment to combat climate change, Australia and the United Kingdom have joined forces to achieve net-zero carbon emissions by 2050. This new partnership was announced at the Commonwealth leaders meeting in Samoa, where Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese and UK Prime Minis

environment

The World's Ticking Climate Time Bomb

October 26, 2024

In a stark warning, the United Nations says we're heading for a dangerous 3. 1°C temperature rise. The world's nations need to cut greenhouse gases dramatically, starting now. The UN Environmental Program (UNEP) says we can aim for 1. 5°C, but it won't be easy. We need to slash emissions by 42% by 2

politics

King Charles Urges Commonwealth to Face Its Past

October 25, 2024

King Charles recently spoke up at the Commonwealth summit in Samoa, pushing the organization to confront its troubling history. He acknowledged the ongoing pain from the past, emphasizing the need to learn from history to build a better future. Charles highlighted the importance of choosing unity ov

politics

King Charles: We Can't Change the Past, But We Can Learn From It

October 25, 2024

At a recent Commonwealth summit in Samoa, King Charles III addressed leaders about the painful past of slavery. He acknowledged that the past can't be altered but emphasized the importance of learning from history to address current inequalities. Charles encouraged leaders to use the right language

weather

Texas Warming Up Before Halloween Rain

October 25, 2024

Texans in North Texas are in for a treat this weekend: unusually warm weather. However, don't get too comfortable, as cooler temperatures and possible rain are on the horizon next week. Tons of sunshine and high temperatures in the upper 80s are expected through Saturday, but a slight cooldown comes

environment

Amazon Indigenous Communities Face Water Crisis

October 25, 2024

In Colombia, the Amazon River has hit record lows, seriously affecting local Indigenous communities. Marciano Flores, a 69-year-old fisherman from the Cocama community, has never seen the river this low in his lifetime. The severe drought has made it harder for him and other fishermen to catch fish,