Environmental Penalties Down Under President Trump
A new report shows the EPA has collected 60 percent less in civil penalties from polluters compared with recent administrations.
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Sailing To The North Pole, Thanks To Global Warming
A crew plans to leave Nome, Alaska Thursday and sail to the North Pole. The voyage may now be possible due to sea ice melt in the Arctic caused by climate change.
Hurricane Franklin, First Of Atlantic Season, Barrels Toward Mexico's Coast
The storm is expected to make landfall north of Veracruz, where it could dump as much as 15 inches of rain, causing "life-threatening flash floods and mudslides."
When Oceans Give You Jellyfish Blooms, Turn Them Into Tasty Chips
Scientists think human pressures on oceans could cause more jellyfish blooms. What to do? Eat them, says a Danish gastrophysicist who has cracked the science of making them palatable.
PHOTOS: A 'Massive' Wildfire Is Now Blazing In Greenland
NASA satellites detected the blaze just over a week ago. Since then, the rare wildfire in western Greenland has continued to burn through a region far better known for its ice and snow.
U.S. Already Feeling Consequences Of Global Warming, Draft Report Finds
The document, which was leaked ahead of publication, states that humans are causing climate change. The findings are at odds with statements by President Trump and key members of his administration.
Scientists Fear Trump Administration Will Counter Climate Report
A comprehensive government report on climate change has leaked to the public. The report clearly states that humans are changing the climate, and the consequences could be serious. Those views are at odds with statements by many in the Trump administration.
Baby, It's Cold Inside
AC is central to American life — more than 8 out of 10 homes have it.
Go See It, Eclipse Chasers Urge. 'Your First Time Is Always Special'
A small number of passionate "shadow lovers" roam the world to be at exactly the right place when the moon blots out the sun. One man has seen 33 — and calls each "one of the top events of my life."
Trump Administration Revises Conservation Plan For Western Sage Grouse
A task force lays out changes that could loosen protections for the bird species renowned for its elaborate mating dance. The rules take into account "local economic growth and job creation."