Turbulence Increasing: World’s Bumpiest Flight Routes Identified
As climate change intensifies, turbulence on some of the world’s busiest flight routes is set to worsen, posing increasing challenges…
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Nations Negotiate Treaty to Combat Plastic Pollution
Despite the daunting challenges and fundamental disagreements, nations are making a renewed push at a summit in Geneva to forge…
Scientists Solve Mystery of Sea Star Deaths
Researchers have uncovered the bacterial cause behind a decade-long epidemic that has decimated over 5 billion sea stars along the…
Donors Collective Launches ‘Adwait’ to Support Temple Environmental Initiatives
Donors Collective has launched ‘Adwait,’ an initiative rooted in Vedanta philosophy to help temples lead environmental change by reducing single-use…
City Sets National Record for Highest Temperature
Japan has set a new national record for high temperature, marking a significant milestone in the country’s climate history as…
Farmer’s Almanac Offers 2025 Fall Weather Predictions
The Old Farmer’s Almanac predicts a warmer, drier fall for much of the United States in 2025, with notable regional…
Solar Eclipse on August 2 to Last Six Minutes
On August 2, 2027, parts of southern Europe, North Africa, and the Middle East will experience up to six minutes…
Tsunami Threat Eases, Evacuation Orders Lifted in Hawaii
Tsunami waves traveled to Hawaii and the West Coast following a significant earthquake off Russia’s Kamchatka Peninsula, although evacuation orders…
China’s Tibet Mega Dam May Influence South Asian Relations
China’s new mega dam on the Tibetan Plateau has the potential to strenghten its economic influence over neighboring countries through…
Severe Heat Returns: Areas Facing the Most Intense Conditions
The United States is experiencing intense heat as a new heat dome subjects millions to soaring temperatures from the South…
East Africa Rift Forms Potential New Ocean Formation
In the arid and unforgiving deserts of East Africa, an extraordinary geological transformation is underway as tectonic forces threaten to…
Earth’s Spin on July 22 Creates 2nd-Shortest Day in History
On Tuesday, July 22, Earth will complete its rotation 1.34 milliseconds faster than usual, marking one of the shortest days…
Trump Administration Closes EPA’s Scientific Research Division
The Trump administration is planning significant changes to the Environmental Protection Agency, including the closure of its scientific research arm,…
US Plans Aerial Release of Flies for Environmental Control
Efforts to combat an outbreak of New World screwworms across Central America have intensified as the U.S. prepares to open…
Veggie Fest 2025: Tim Fior Discusses Brain Boost from Plant Diet
Dr. Timothy Fior discusses the impact of lifestyle changes, including a plant-based diet, on brain health at the 15th annual…
Scientists Map 540 Million Years of Sea Level Changes
Scientists have reconstructed Earth’s sea level variations over the last 540 million years, revealing changes on thousand-year scales for the…
Texas Floods Prompt Debate on Impact of Job Cuts in Forecasting
Following torrential rains and flash floods in Texas Hill Country, President Trump’s staffing cuts to the National Weather Service (NWS)…
Pope Leo XIV Approves Eco-Friendly Mass Initiative
Pope Leo XIV has approved a new Mass emphasizing environmental stewardship, amid Europe’s ongoing heat waves and wildfires. As Europe…
Texas Floods Kill Dozens; 21 Children Among Victims
Flash floods in Texas have resulted in the deaths of at least 68 people across five counties, and officials warn…
Global South Cardinals Urge Climate Action at Vatican
Three prominent cardinals from the Global South have issued a compelling call for decisive international action on climate change, warning…
Spain and England Experience Hottest June Amid European Heatwave
Spain and England experienced their hottest June on record, as a severe heatwave gripped Europe, impacting daily life and leading…
India Breaks Into Top 100 in Global Sustainable Development Goals Ranking for First Time
India has, for the first time, secured a spot in the top 100 countries on the Sustainable Development Goals (SDG)…
Summer Solstice 2025: Eight Destinations Embracing the Longest Day of the Year with Ancient Rituals and Modern Merriment
Every year, the summer solstice marks a special astronomical event when one of the Earth’s poles is tilted most toward…
Justice Jackson Slams Supreme Court Ruling on Vehicle Emissions as Favoring Big Business
In a strongly worded dissent, Supreme Court Justice Ketanji Brown Jackson voiced serious concerns about the direction of the court…
Summer Solstice Marks the Official Start of the Season with Shifting Sunlight and a Yogi Berra Twist
Summer officially kicks off this Friday with the occurrence of the Summer Solstice, the astronomical event that marks the longest…
Indian Universities Make Modest Gains in Times Higher Education Impact Rankings 2025 Amid Asia’s Strong Surge
The 2025 edition of the Times Higher Education (THE) Impact Rankings has been released, highlighting a growing dominance of Asian…
UAE Unveils Groundbreaking High-Speed Rail Linking Abu Dhabi and Dubai
High-speed train systems are becoming a global phenomenon, with rapid developments underway across continents—from Europe to North Africa and East…
Canada Outshines U.S. in University Sustainability Rankings, Says Times Higher Education
In the most recent edition of the University Impact Rankings released by Times Higher Education (THE), Canadian universities have significantly…
Oceans at Risk: Study Warns Acidification Has Already Breached Safe Limits
The condition of our oceans continues to worsen, showing alarming signs of distress from multiple fronts. Coral bleaching, escalating temperatures,…
UN Ocean Conference Ends with Promises and Pressure to Act: Hopes Ride on Next Steps
The third United Nations Ocean Conference (UNOC3), co-hosted by France and Costa Rica, concluded in Nice with a powerful message…
Antarctic Ice Sheet Shows Surprising Growth, but Scientists Urge Caution on Climate Outlook
In a rare and unexpected shift, scientists have recently documented a significant increase in the Antarctic Ice Sheet (AIS), suggesting…
Catholic Bishops’ Conference of India Joins National Multi-Faith Coordination Committee for Social and Environmental Action
The Catholic Bishops’ Conference of India (CBCI), represented by its Office for Interreligious Dialogue and its social outreach arm, Caritas…
Glaciers Face Grim Future as Study Warns Nearly 40 Percent Already Doomed
A new international study has revealed that nearly 40 percent of the world’s existing glaciers are already at risk of…
Over $14 Billion in Clean Energy Projects Canceled or Delayed in 2025 Amid Uncertainty Over Trump Tax Plan
More than $14 billion in clean energy investments across the United States have either been scrapped or postponed this year,…
Geologists Uncover Zealandia: Earth’s Hidden Continent Beneath the South Pacific
Deep within the South Pacific Ocean lies a massive stretch of land that has largely remained concealed beneath the waves….
Coca-Cola Faces Global Boycott Over Plastic Pollution Concerns
One of the world’s leading beverage giants, Coca-Cola, is facing a wave of consumer backlash due to its environmental practices,…
Scorching Summer Ahead: Old Farmer’s Almanac Predicts Intense Heat and Regional Extremes for 2025
The Old Farmer’s Almanac has just unveiled its long-range weather forecast for the summer of 2025, and it promises a…
“The Green Alert” ~ An environmental awareness documentary
Dr. Mathew Joys, Las Vegas At a time when global warming and climate change are challenging humanity’s survival, the…
Wealthiest 10 Percent Linked to Two-Thirds of Global Warming Since 1990, Study Finds
The world’s richest 10 percent are playing an outsized role in fueling global warming, significantly more than the poorest half…
Climate Patterns Shift as La Niña Ends: What It Means for North America’s Summer and Winter Weather
The global climate responds sensitively to major oceanic shifts, especially changes in ocean temperature and wind circulation. These fluctuations are…
Scientists Investigate India’s Slower Warming Amid Global Heat Surge
At a recent climate change conference in India, scientists presented a striking visual. A global map displayed how 2024 temperatures…
The Ancient Olive Tree of Vouves: A Testament to Time and Resilience
Nestled in the heart of Crete, where myth converges with natural splendor, stands the legendary olive tree of Vouves. This…
Blood Moon Lunar Eclipse on March 14 to Be Visible in the Americas but Not in India
A total lunar eclipse, commonly referred to as the Blood Moon, is set to occur on March 14, 2025, and…
Massive Iceberg Runs Aground Near South Georgia, Impacting Wildlife and Ocean Life
The world’s largest iceberg has become stuck in shallow waters near the remote British island of South Georgia, a habitat…
Severe Arctic Blast to Grip U.S. in Deep Freeze as Polar Vortex Stretches Again
The coldest Arctic blast of the season is set to engulf much of the United States, marking yet another intense…
Trump Reverses Federal Push Against Plastic Straws, Reigniting Environmental Debate
Straws might seem trivial, often sparking humor in discussions about plastic versus paper alternatives, but plastic straws have become emblematic…
January 2025 Becomes Hottest on Record, Defying Expectations and Raising Climate Concerns
The past month has officially been the warmest January ever recorded, raising fresh concerns among scientists about the pace of…
Study Reveals Hidden Vessel Activity and Urgent Need for Maritime Transparency
A recent study by Global Fishing Watch has revealed an enormous amount of previously untracked vessel activity at sea, underscoring…
Rare “Corpse Flower” Blooms in Australia, Captivating Thousands Online
An endangered plant renowned for its pungent odor, nicknamed the “corpse flower,” is currently in bloom at the Royal Botanic…
Trump’s First-Day Actions Signal U-Turn on Climate Policies
On his first day back in office, President Donald Trump wasted no time signaling his Administration’s intent to steer away…
Indian Diaspora’s Role in Global Sustainability Highlighted at Pravasi Bharatiya Divas
The second day of the 18th Pravasi Bharatiya Divas Convention on January 10 showcased the vital contributions of the Indian…
Devastating Earthquake in Tibet Claims Over 120 Lives, Tremors Felt Across the Himalayas
A powerful earthquake of magnitude 7.1 struck a remote region of Tibet on Tuesday morning, leaving at least 126 people…
Winter Storm Disrupts U.S. with Snow, Ice, and Freezing Temperatures
A powerful winter storm swept across a vast area of the United States on Sunday, affecting more than 60 million…
Cosmic Spectacles Await in 2025: Lunar Eclipses, Planetary Parades, and More
The upcoming year is set to dazzle stargazers with an array of celestial events, though a total solar eclipse like…
Africa’s Emerging Ocean: The Tectonic Forces Shaping the Continent’s Future
The African continent is undergoing a remarkable transformation driven by tectonic forces, which are rapidly altering its geographical and ecological…
Global Heat Records Shattered: 2024 Likely to Surpass 2023 as Hottest Year Ever
The year 2023 made headlines as a record-breaker, with global temperatures soaring to unprecedented levels since records began in the…
World Magnetic Model 2025 Unveiled: Tracking Earth’s Magnetic North
The World Magnetic Model 2025 (WMM2025) has been released, providing an updated prediction of Earth’s magnetic fields. This model will…
World’s Largest Iceberg Drifts Toward Warmer Waters, Scientists Monitor Its Journey
The world’s largest iceberg, A23a, has begun drifting again through the Southern Ocean, after spending several months spinning in place,…
Heavy Lake-Effect Snow Continues to Pummel Great Lakes Region, Prompting Emergency Measures
Over four million people across five states remained under winter storm alerts on Sunday as intense lake-effect snow blanketed the…
Trump 2.0: What the 2024 Election Means for Energy and Climate Policy
The 2024 presidential election has ushered in a new administration under Donald Trump, yet the nation remains sharply divided over…
COP29 Draft Text Highlights Climate Finance Stalemate and Gender Considerations
As COP29 nears its conclusion, the much-anticipated new draft text on climate action and finance was released today, highlighting ongoing…
India Urges Action on Climate Finance at COP29: A Call for Justice for the Global South
The ongoing COP29 climate summit has highlighted the pressing need for enhanced financial commitments from developed countries to address the…
COP29 Begins in Baku with Ambitious Climate Goals Amid Criticisms and Divisions
The 2024 United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP29) commenced in Baku, Azerbaijan, on Monday, bringing together a broad array of…
Global Climate Talks Open in Baku Amid Uncertain U.S. Stance on Environmental Goals
The COP29 summit has officially commenced in Baku, Azerbaijan, a nation known for its significant oil and gas production, positioned…
Saudi Arabia’s Al-Jawf Region Transformed by Historic Snowfall, Heavy Rains, and Blossoming Spring Potential
In an unexpected climate event, parts of Saudi Arabia are witnessing snowfall and heavy rain for the first time on…
SCREEN Magazine Makes a Grand Comeback with Shraddha Kapoor on Digital Cover
The Indian Express is set to bring back its renowned SCREEN magazine after an 11-year hiatus. The highly anticipated relaunch…
Global Coral Reef Bleaching Reaches Record Levels as Oceans Heat Up
The mass bleaching of coral reefs that began in February 2023 has now become the most widespread on record, according…
Antarctica’s Dramatic Greening: Vegetation Surge Linked to Global Warming
A recent study has revealed a surprising development in one of the coldest regions on Earth – a significant increase…
Winter Outlook: La Niña to Bring Wetter North, Warmer South, and Snow Variability Across the U.S.
As fall unfolds, it’s already time to prepare for the upcoming winter, which promises to be quite different from last…
Indian Americans and South Asian Trailblazers Make TIME100 Next List
Indian Americans Tara Raghuveer and Aadith Moorthy, along with filmmaker Payal Kapadia, British-Indian actress Ambika Mod, and British-Indian physician Dr….
Earth’s Climate Through 485 Million Years: New Study Shows History of Extreme Shifts and Warnings for Today
A groundbreaking study of Earth’s climate over the past 485 million years has revealed an extraordinary history of drastic temperature…
India Responsible for a Fifth of Global Plastic Pollution, New Study Reveals
A recent study published in Nature reveals that India is responsible fora significant portion of global plastic pollution, contributing to…
Climate Change Justice
Struggling at Sea: The Plight of Indian Fisher workers Amid Climate Change and Government Policies Warming seas from climate change…
Winter 2024/2025 Forecast: La Niña’s Influence Expected to Shape Cold Weather Patterns
The preliminary forecast for the Winter of 2024/2025 is influenced significantly by a weak La Niña phase. This phase is…
Hundreds of Sea Lions Overtake California Beach, Prompting Closure and Caution
Hundreds of California sea lions have taken over San Carlos Beach in Monterey, California, leading local officials to close the…
Global Temperature Record Shattered on Sunday, July 21
On Sunday, July 21, the global temperature soared to unprecedented levels, marking it as the hottest day ever recorded. According…
Urgent Action Needed to Protect Environmental Health and Secure Our Future
Protecting Environmental Health: An Urgent Imperative Earth is uniquely suited for human life, providing everything necessary for our physical and…
Climate Change Alters Earth’s Rotation, Lengthening Days and Impacting Technology, Study Finds
Human-caused climate change is having profound impacts on the planet, including altering the length of a day, according to recent…
Florida Farmers Turn to Ancient Pongamia Trees for Sustainable Biofuel and Protein Solutions
An ancient tree from India, the pongamia, is now thriving in Florida where citrus trees once flourished and could potentially…
Alaska’s Juneau Icefield Melting 4.6 Times Faster: Researchers Warn of Imminent Tipping Point
The Juneau Icefield in Alaska, encompassing over 1,000 glaciers, is experiencing an accelerated melt. A recent study reveals that the…
Cool Your Home Naturally: How Houseplants Can Help Beat the Summer Heat
Plants: Nature’s Air Conditioners We are all aware that plants are pleasing to the eye, and with enough of them…
Record Heat Challenges Hajj Pilgrims: Over 500 Deaths Reported Amidst Unprecedented Temperatures
The Hajj, an obligatory pilgrimage for able Muslims, demands significant physical and spiritual commitment. This year’s pilgrimage saw temperatures in…
Early Puberty in Girls: The Role of Environmental Factors and Health Implications
For several decades, scientists worldwide have observed with growing concern that girls are entering puberty at increasingly younger ages compared…
Climate Records Shattered: Scientists Warn of Dire Consequences Without Urgent Action
Global temperatures continue to break records month after month, prompting concerns from scientists and climate policymakers about surpassing the warming…
India’s Record-Breaking Heat: Mungeshpur Hits Potential 52.3°C Amid Severe Heat Wave Warnings
India, one of the hottest countries on Earth, potentially recorded its highest temperature ever on Wednesday. A weather station in…
Indian Meteorological Department Forecasts Above-Normal Monsoon Rainfall, Easing Heatwave Concerns
The chief of the Indian Meteorological Department, Mrutyunjay Mohapatra, announced today at a media briefing that there’s a likelihood of…
Americans Brace for Hefty Water Rate Hikes Amidst Push for PFAS Removal
In return for purer water, Americans across the nation may soon face substantial financial burdens. Water systems are cautioning residents…
The Pastic Story By Dr B K Kishore
Plastic is the evil created by World War II, which also gave us some lifesaving medicines. During WWII, there was…
Turning Invasives into Fashion: How Sustainable Fabrics are Revolutionizing the Industry
Each year, Aarav Chavda, a former McKinsey analyst and mechanical engineer, goes scuba diving in the same Florida reefs. Over…
Pope Francis Calls for Urgent Global Action on Climate Resilience at Vatican Summit
On the morning of Thursday, May 16th, in the Clementine Hall of the Apostolic Palace, Pope Francis addressed participants of…
Turning Waste into Energy: India’s Biogas Revolution Gains Momentum
Rukmini Baburao Kumbhar, a member of a spiritual community in Maharashtra, India, diligently gathers approximately 50kg of fresh cow dung…
Renewable Energy Shines Bright: 2023 Marks Record Year, but Challenges Persist
In a recent report unveiled by Ember, a London-based think tank, it was highlighted that 2023 witnessed an unprecedented surge…
Feature Article: Inequity IS the Disaster
The Science and Technology Directorate (S&T) and a Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Center of Excellence are researching ways to…
Torrential Rain Hits Dubai: Cloud Seeding’s Role Questioned Amidst Flooding Chaos
A surge of rainfall inundated sections of Dubai on Tuesday, transforming streets into waterways and causing a temporary shutdown of…
Rare 4.8 Magnitude Earthquake Rattles New Jersey: Experts Offer Reassurance on Future Risks
A 4.8 magnitude earthquake struck New Jersey on Friday morning, causing ripples of concern from Baltimore to New York City….
UN Report Exposes Global Food Waste Crisis: Over 1 Billion Meals Squandered Daily Amidst 800 Million Hunger Cases
A recent report by the United Nations has brought to light the alarming scale of food wastage globally, revealing that…
Carbondale, Illinois Gears Up for Rare Repeat Total Solar Eclipse Spectacle in 2024
How fortunate are the inhabitants of Carbondale, Illinois? According to celestial mechanics, a total solar eclipse should occur at any…
Global Air Quality Report 2023: Asia Most Polluted, Oceania Cleanest, Africa Lacks Data
The fundamental principles of survival are straightforward: humans can endure weeks without food, days without water, but only moments without…
Speculation Mounts as Aaron Taylor-Johnson Emerges as Frontrunner for Next James Bond
Speculation surrounding the next actor to portray the iconic character of James Bond is once again reaching a fever pitch,…
Report Reveals Alarming Air Pollution Crisis: Asia Bears Brunt, Urgent Action Needed Worldwide
A recent report has shed light on the alarming state of air pollution worldwide, particularly in Asia. The findings reveal…