Pipes Feed Preview: Climate Change

1. Science this week: Laotian death jar mystery and asthma drug could fight cancers

   Sat, 23 May 2026 09:00:01 -0000

   May 23, 2026: Our weekly roundup of the latest science in the news, as well as a few fascinating articles to keep you entertained over the weekend

2. Alaska’s oil revival sparks a new energy rush Into the Arctic

   Sun, 24 May 2026 20:42:18 -0000

   When John Kurz left Alaska’s North Slope in 2009, he was staring at a grim future for what had once been the country’s premiere oil field. Crude …

3. A Surprising Climate Fix Both Democrats and Republicans Can Get Behind

   Sun, 24 May 2026 12:00:00 -0000

   Democrats and Republicans agree on virtually nothing at this point, except the desperate need to build more housing in the United States. Depending …

4. Government slammed for ‘shocking’ failure on hyperscale data centre emissions

   Sun, 24 May 2026 23:01:00 -0000

   The Scottish Government faces urgent calls to address "major shortcomings" in its data centre policy, as Action to Protect Rural Scotland (APRS) …

5. Warming temperatures may bring rise in West Nile cases. Maps show where

   Sun, 24 May 2026 08:01:04 -0000

   Mosquito season is just beginning and with it comes the threat of mosquito-borne illnesses such as West Nile virus. The United States is reporting cases of West Nile virus this year and health officials warn that the mosquito-borne illness is still very much in season. Warmer temperatures are …

6. Dubious Chinese Carbon Offsets Expose Problems With Europe's Carbon Market

   Sun, 24 May 2026 21:00:03 -0000

   Historically, carbon credits have been the cheapest way for companies to comply with EU greenhouse gas caps. The EU introduced the upstream emission …

7. Republican voters believe things that aren’t true. That’s a problem for the GOP.

   Sun, 24 May 2026 10:00:00 -0000

   Solar power is the cheapest form of electricity to set up in most parts of the world. Tariffs are paid by U.S. importers, who pass along the costs to …

8. State of emergency declared in Southern California

   Sun, 24 May 2026 23:19:57 -0000

   As a large tank filled with toxic chemicals threatens to overheat, crews work around the clock to prevent an environmental disaster.

9. Black Farmers Warn Pollution Is Changing The Food on Our Plates

   Sun, 24 May 2026 19:43:59 -0000

   If you’re lucky, your family is still using great‑grandma’s red beans and rice, black‑eyed peas, and potato salad recipes. And if you’re extremely …

10. Climate action key to affordable housing, but buildings decarbonisation stalls

    Sun, 24 May 2026 15:32:07 -0000

    Decarbonisation of the buildings and construction sector has slowed, leaving it both a major emissions source and increasingly vulnerable to climate …

11. In an increasingly risky investing environment, can warnings backfire?

    Sun, 24 May 2026 20:46:04 -0000

    I still remember walking through music stores as a teenager and gravitating toward albums with the black-and-white “Parental Advisory: Explicit Lyrics” sticker on the cover. The label was supposed to warn parents about the music available to young ears. But instead of deterring sales, it made the …

12. The fate of mountain biodiversity in a warming world

    Mon, 25 May 2026 04:45:13 -0000

    Mountains are home to some of the most spectacular biodiversity on Earth, but mountain species are thought to be especially vulnerable to climate …

13. Trump Saves Hoover Dam output

    Sun, 24 May 2026 13:34:00 -0000

    Drought has lowered the water level behind the Hoover Dam so much that its electricity output is at risk and may not be available soon. The Trump …

14. Something ‘unprecedented’ is now happening to Earth’s rotation, scientists say

    Sun, 24 May 2026 17:00:00 -0000

    Every day, without you noticing, Earth is taking slightly longer to complete its rotation. The shift is only measured in fractions of a millisecond, …

15. Map Shows Most Endangered Lakes in US

    Sun, 24 May 2026 14:48:40 -0000

    America’s lakes—once viewed as stable sources of drinking water, recreation and wildlife habitat—are facing mounting threats as climate change, …

16. Agitators united by Chinese money, hate for America target data centers, experts warn

    Sun, 24 May 2026 10:28:33 -0000

    In 2024, climate activists in New York City protested alongside anti-Israel protesters at a rally headlined "Climate Justice Means Free Palestine." Last year, climate change celebrity icon Greta Thunberg tried to storm Israel by sea on a flotilla protesting the country's war in Gaza, yelling "Free! …

17. Inside the World's Biggest Bet on Fusion Energy

    Sun, 24 May 2026 12:00:41 -0000

    Take a look inside ITER, the world's largest fusion energy project, to see how scientists from around the world are working to recreate the Sun's superpower on Earth to fuel a clean energy revolution. Nestled in the countryside of southern France is a sprawling industrial complex where scientists …

18. Malnourished Gray Whales of the Eastern North Pacific Are in ‘Serious Trouble’

    Sun, 24 May 2026 09:00:00 -0000

    The population has plummeted over the past seven years as climate change triggers mass starvation in warming Arctic waters.SEATTLE—Exceptionally …

19. Trump admin says EPA rollback of Biden-era rule ‘will be felt directly by American families in lower grocery prices’

    Sun, 24 May 2026 09:15:00 -0000

    Americans are feeling downright dour about the economy, and affordability is at the center of it all. But the Trump administration is saying there …

20. 6 rashes and infections you can get from the beach

    Sun, 24 May 2026 10:00:00 -0000

    A few simple precautions can minimize your chances of bringing them home. Applying plenty of sunscreen and water safety are the primary health considerations most people think about at the beach. But it’s also possible to encounter various types of infectious organisms while wading in the ocean or …

21. Scientists Say Huge Dam Blocking the Bering Strait Could Slow Effects of Climate Change

    Sun, 24 May 2026 14:30:00 -0000

    The straits are not okay. Sea levels are just the start of how climate change will upend the ocean. Rising temperatures are also threatening a …

22. Will Lake Mead – largest US reservoir – reach record lows?

    Sun, 24 May 2026 11:05:44 -0000

    Lake Mead water levels could drop to record lows In the summer of 2022, water levels in Lake Mead dropped so low that formerly hidden bodies and boats …

23. How Singapore’s Tropical Climate Influences Its Architecture

    Sun, 24 May 2026 14:08:38 -0000

    Singapore, a city-state located near the equator, experiences a predominantly tropical rainforest climate. With high temperatures and humidity levels …

24. Pope condemns environmental harm in Italy's 'Land of Fires'

    Sat, 23 May 2026 06:56:17 -0000

    Pope Leo XIV made a visit on Saturday to Italy's "Land of Fires", where for decades the mafia has illegally dumped and burned toxic rubbish, …

25. Parrots Are Changing the Way They Communicate in the Wild

    Sun, 24 May 2026 20:31:04 -0000

    Deep within the world’s tropical forests, a remarkable evolution is taking place. Parrots, known for their vibrant colors and impressive vocal …

26. In a rare show of global unity, countries adopt landmark climate ruling

    Fri, 22 May 2026 08:30:00 -0000

    Despite U.S. opposition, an overwhelming majority of nations agreed that failing to address climate change could be grounds to seek reparations. About …

27. The Quagga Was Hunted to Extinction and Now Scientists Are Recreating It - AOL

    Sun, 24 May 2026 15:29:37 -0000

    Most people have seen a zebra in person, either in the wild or in captivity. Their black and white stripes make them unique from other equines, and their beauty has fascinated people for generations. A unique subspecies of zebra is one many may never have heard of. This is because the half-striped …

28. First study finds insect collapse is already fueling malnutrition in tropical regions

    Sun, 24 May 2026 17:40:00 -0000

    The global decline in insects has long been framed as an environmental crisis. But a new study published in Nature suggests it is also a human …

29. Here's What a Super El Niño Could Mean for the Climate Crisis

    Sun, 24 May 2026 10:00:39 -0000

    Scientists are still untangling the complex relationship between El Niño and human-driven warming, but their confluence has major implications for …