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The Secret Cold War Base Under Greenland’s Ice Sheet

Introduction: A Covert Mission in the Arctic In 1962, amid Cold War tensions, Dr. Robert Weiss was abruptly deployed to Greenland’s ice sheet. Officially, his role was to serve as a physician at Camp Century, a “research station” buried 26

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Asia Dominates the List of the World’s Fastest-Heating Capitals

Weather

June 30, 2024

Asia Dominates the List of the World’s Fastest-Heating Capitals

The world’s largest capital cities are experiencing more extremely hot days than ever, driven by rising temperatures across Asia as the climate crisis worsens. A new study by the International Institute for Environment and Development (IIED) shows a 52% increase

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What Science Says About Keeping Cool in a Heatwave

Weather

June 28, 2024

What Science Says About Keeping Cool in a Heatwave

Soaring temperatures make daily life uncomfortable and pose a serious threat to human health and the environment. Here is our guide to getting through one. The oppressive temperatures of a heatwave can have far-reaching impacts, from risks to human

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Sculptor Creates Tree Using Years of Collected Plastic

Climate

June 9, 2024

Sculptor Creates Tree Using Years of Collected Plastic

Robert Marshall, a sculptor from Wareham in Dorset, has created a striking 26-foot tall tree sculpture out of a year’s worth of plastic bottles to promote a deeper conversation on environmental issues. An Impressive Undertaking Marshall collected around 700 plastic

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Delhi Heatwave: ‘Unbearable’ Conditions with Temperatures Near 50°C

Weather

May 31, 2024

Delhi Heatwave: ‘Unbearable’ Conditions with Temperatures Near 50°C

Parts of northern and central India are experiencing a severe heatwave, with a provisional record temperature of 52.3C (126.1F) recorded in Delhi. If confirmed, this would be the highest temperature ever recorded in India. Over 37 cities have seen temperatures

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