Weather & Global Warming

Death Valley, in California's Mojave Desert, is home to the highest temperature recorded on planet Earth — and global warming is only making it hotter.

Antarctica's iceberg A23a is on the move after more than three decades of being stuck to the ocean floor. Here’s what this means.

Bioluminescent waves appeared in Southern California — here's what to know about dinoflagellate and how they make the ocean glow.

A viral video of a frozen alligator in Texas provides a lesson on survival skills. Thanks to a process called brumation, alligators can survive frozen ponds.

As the climate crisis continues to unfold around us, climate change is becoming a popular central plot line in more and more movies. Here are some of our favorites.

Satellite images showing Antarctica from space are awe-inspiring. They also have a lot to teach us about what’s happening at the bottom of our planet.

In conversation with Green Matters, conservationist Dax Dasilva spoke about his Roots & Shoots collaboration with renowned ethologist Dr. Jane Goodall.

Tonight — Dec. 21, 2023 — marks the winter solstice, aka the longest night of the year in the Northern Hemisphere. Here's everything you need to know.

Don't miss the best meteor shower of the year! The best time to watch the Geminid meteor shower is late at night — more details here.

Scientists are studying penguin skeletons to learn about the climate. Here's what this fascinating species says and why humans must listen up!

Shauna Pelley has documented the devastating destruction of her dream home caused by a flood from the Puyallup River. Here's what we know so far.

The president of COP28, Sultan Al Jaber, made a controversial statement that reducing fossil fuels will not help in reaching future climate targets.

Acapulco was hit by a Category 5 hurricane in October 2023. In the wake of the storm, piles of garbage are causing concerns about a possible public health crisis.

The quality and taste of beer is changing due to global warming's impact on the growing season for hops, the key ingredient to beer's taste.

Over 100 dolphins have been found dead in the Brazilian Amazon rainforest after extremely high temperatures. Thousands of fish have died as well.

Climate change is affecting water levels worldwide and impacting the flow of major rivers like the Jordan River. Here's a look into why water levels are so low.

The Nile River is drying up due to a number of factors, including climate change and overuse. Here's what that means on a global scale.

Bill Gates says planting trees isn't enough to solve the climate crisis. Why does he criticize tree-planting initiatives? Here's what you should know.

Claims are circulating that Microsoft founder Bill Gates supports chopping down 70 million acres of trees, but the truth is more complicated.

Climate experts warn that El Niño is getting stronger, meaning it could be a very wet fall and winter. Here's what you need to know.

People do some dumb things on social media. One creator accepted a challenge to stay in a hurricane shelter made out of cardboard boxes during Hurricane Idalia.

In a viral video, a woman's shoes are seen melting from extreme heat, one of the markers of climate change.

On July 24, 2023, the Manatee Bay, Florida Keys water temperature reached over 100 degrees. Scientists warn of continued mass coral bleaching.

You may know him as Iron Man, but Robert Downey Jr. is a real-life superhero, one who's tackling climate change via plant-based and technology-driven initiatives.

A woman shared a video of her dry lawn catching fire due to the Texas heat.

The so-called "flesh-eating" bacteria Vibrio vulnificus caused five deaths in Florida in 2023. Here's how to minimize your risk of this infection.

2023's Hurricane Hilary strengthened to a Category 4 Storm, but will it hit Southern California? Here's what to know.

In 2023, Kentucky is hit with another year of record rain and devastating floods. Is climate change to blame? Here's what to know.

Some heat waves are being named after fossil fuel companies by meteorologist Guy Walton.

Climate change is making Arizona so hot that some people are even getting burns from the pavement. Let's look at the main reasons Arizona's temperatures are so devastating.

A scientific study estimates when the Gulf Stream may collapse. This event could lead to further devastating effects on the climate.

Rising gas prices have to do with OPEC+ production cuts, supply and demand, and even the hot summer weather — here's a closer look.

Hammerhead worms found in Virginia are toxic, but you can protect yourself by taking these steps. Here's what to do if you see one.

A country's distance from Earth’s equator largely determines temperature and weather — let’s take a look at how latitude takes a toll on climate.

Sometimes you may receive a notification known as an air quality alert. What is it, and why is it so important? Here's the scoop.

Who was Eunice Newton Foote? The legendary climate scientist actually discovered climate change in the 1800s, long before it was publicized.

There is a serious sriracha sauce shortage — here's what you need to know.

There have been reports of pink snow on the mountains in the Western U.S. Where does it come from?

Yes, there are black holes in the ocean — aka ocean eddies. Stick around to learn about some of the most notable ones.

Do you know what a tropical depression is? How about how to read a spaghetti model? Here's the scoop on all things tropical storm.