Weather & Global Warming

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

Lake Berryessa water levels have changed in 2023, impacting water supply to Napa Valley in California. What is Lake Berryessa, and why are the water levels a concern?

A California man was sentenced to prison for a cow manure Ponzi scheme that bilked investors out of almost $9 million.

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.

For years, people have claimed that satellite images show pyramids in Antarctica. But are those claims founded? Let's look at possible explanations.

There's an increase in bear sightings all over the U.S. and it may be a cause for concern. What's the difference between black bears vs grizzly bears?

Staghorn corals are a species of coral that nearly disappeared from existence. Why are staghorn corals so vulnerable?

These fun facts about coral reefs may surprise you. You already know coral reefs are beautiful, but they're so much more than that.

The Canadian wildfires have increased the amount of particulate matter in the air, which can be harmful to your health. Should you get a particulate matter sensor?

What happens to animals in wildfires? These largely man-made disasters can cause huge damage to animal populations, wild and domestic.

Shawn Mendes released a new single on June 9, 2023, but fans aren't entirely happy. What is the meaning of "What the Hell Are We Dying For?"

Smoke from the 2023 Central Canada wildfires created dangerous air pollution in New York City. Here are 10 unbelievable photos of the smog.

Why does the sun look red instead of yellow or orange at times? There are several reasons for this phenomenon.

Four billion years ago Mars was a very different planet than it is today. It resembled Earth and may have been inhabited by life forms.

The ongoing drought in Oregon seems to be improving slightly, but the state isn’t in the clear yet.

The Colorado River Basin supplies water to over 40 million people, but climate change could put it all at stake.

Air pollution in the Bay Area isn't as bad as it was a decade ago, but still poses a large threat to public health.

Utah is in a drought consistently, with conditions ranging from moderate to extreme.

Over the last week, the Democratic Republic of the Congo has endured devastating floods, that have left hundreds dead.

If temperatures continue rising, permafrost viruses could become a real problem.

In France, climate activists are fighting against the proposed new retirement age.

Turbulence is getting worse and a lot of people are wondering why. Keep reading to learn more about how climate change impacts air travel.

Does El Niño cause more hurricanes, or fewer? With La Niña coming to an end and El Niño starting up again, communities are looking to prepare accordingly.

Does fracking cause sinkholes — and can they be repaired? Residents of Daisetta, Texas are concerned after several structures were swallowed.

Why is it raining so much in California? The answer: Atmospheric rivers.

Oil prices were dropping for a while — but suddenly, they have sharply risen, in response to OPEC+ cutting its daily oil production by 1.66 million barrels.

Hurricane season is closer than you think, and in case you need a reminder of how important it is to prepare, here's a look at storms from years past.

How does global warming affect fish? Scientists say that warming oceans could make it harder for fish to thrive.

In March 2023, a magnitude-6.5 earthquake shook Pakistan and Afghanistan, resulting in some damage, fatalities, and injuries.

The UN and IPCC published the final chapter of its major climate report, known as the Synthesis Report, in March 2023.

Rolling blackouts in Dallas are the result of ongoing storms slamming the Texas city right now.

As a result of Queensland's record-breaking floods, Australia residents could be at risk of coming into contact with crocodiles.

New York is in a state of emergency thanks to a Nor'easter that's expected to bring snow and high winds through Wednesday.

Has the Biden has approved the Willow Project? Despite the massive environmental impact it will have, yes, the oil drilling project will go forward.

Is La Niña over? After a "triple dip" — aka three consecutive years of the weather pattern — the winds may be changing. But when does El Niño start?

Environmentalists are protesting the proposed Uinta Basin Railway, which would transport oil from Utah to various other places across North America.

Run by ConocoPhillips and known as the Willow Project, this enterprise has been the subject of major backlash, leading to the eruption of a campaign known as #StopWillow.

The coastal city of New Orleans has been gradually sinking for years, but rising sea levels threaten to put much of New Orleans underwater.

The UN had experts conduct more research on a somewhat controversial method of reducing global heating, called solar radiation management, solar radiation modification or solar geoengineering.