Pipes Feed Preview: Climate Change

1. New Species of Tiny Blue Octopus Discovered in the Galápagos

   Mon, 25 May 2026 01:00:02 -0000

   Nature can be a lot of things—beautiful, bloody, sweet, savage. And sometimes it’s just plain cute. For the latest example of nature at its most adorable, look no further than the little blue octopus—small enough to fit in the palm of your hand—just described in the journal Zootaxa, along with …

2. WUF13 In Baku: A Turning Point For The Global Urban Agenda – OpEd

   Sun, 24 May 2026 22:39:42 -0000

   The 13th session of the World Urban Forum (WUF13) (1), hosted in Baku, Azerbaijan, marked a historic milestone in the evolution of the global urban …

3. 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.

4. 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 …

5. 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 …

6. El Niño could mean more tropical activity for the Western Pacific

   Sun, 24 May 2026 21:21:14 -0000

   The presence of El Niño is already cooking, and FOX Forecast Center's Tropical Threat shows a moderate chance of a tropical system developing east of …

7. How often does it rain over the Memorial Day weekend?

   Mon, 25 May 2026 01:09:59 -0000

   More often than not, Seattle sees some sort of precipitation over the long Memorial Day weekend, and this year is no exception.

8. 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 …

9. 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 …

10. China: Sino-American youth cultural exchange program in Hengshui.

    Sun, 24 May 2026 06:30:48 -0000

    Hengshui, China - May 24, 2026 Chinese and American university students and faculty participate in cultural activities and visit historical sites during a Sino-American youth exchange program in Hengshui, north China's Hebei Province, May 24, 2026. The two-week program brought together representatives from Hengshui University and the University of Central Missouri for interdisciplinary activities including laboratory training, cultural experiences and academic seminars in Hengshui and Beijing. (Video by Zhang Shuo/Xinhua/Sipa USA) *** World Rights Except China *** CHINA OUT ***

11. Scientists trace 'super El Niño' to Earth's deadliest die-off as new event threatens record heat

    Mon, 25 May 2026 03:02:20 -0000

    A "super El Niño" is an unusually intense form of El Niño, the climate pattern that begins in the tropical Pacific and can alter weather …

12. 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, …

13. Ottawa-Alberta pipeline deal includes cancellation fee critics say is too low

    Mon, 25 May 2026 00:18:14 -0000

    The federal government’s pipeline deal with Alberta includes a cancellation fee that critics say is too low to ensure the province holds up its end of the bargain once the new oil infrastructure to the West Coast is built. The implementation agreement, released on May 15, sets out the conditions …

14. 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) …

15. 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 …

16. US Solar Farms Are Doing A Lot More Than Just Generating Energy

    Sun, 24 May 2026 16:15:00 -0000

    When solar farms make headlines, it tends to be for two main reasons: their size and energy production. While the United States is home to a …

17. Why Yellowstone’s Supervolcano Is Behaving Differently Than Expected – Scientists Are Concerned

    Sun, 24 May 2026 19:50:00 -0000

    When you think of Yellowstone’s supervolcano, you probably picture one sudden, world-ending blast. That doomsday image has been repeated so often in …

18. 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, …

19. Americans overwhelmingly oppose data centers. Women most of all.

    Sun, 24 May 2026 15:00:37 -0000

    As data centers rapidly emerge at unprecedented rates across the country, they are being met with increasing opposition — particularly from women, …

20. Homeowners insurance in Florida has increased by how much?

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

    A new report found that Florida homeowners’ insurance premiums rose nearly double the national average between 2021 and 2025.Across the United …

21. Giant lake suddenly returns 130 years after vanishing

    Sun, 24 May 2026 06:19:23 -0000

    Tulare Lake, located in California’s San Joaquin Valley, was once one of the largest bodies of freshwater in the whole of the US. But, some 130 years …

22. 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 …

23. Reusable brick walls could slash construction carbon emissions by 60%

    Sun, 24 May 2026 20:07:00 -0000

    Brick construction creates lasting materials but often ends in waste when buildings are torn down early. Engineers in Austria built reusable brick …

24. 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 …

25. The EPA just walked back Hawai‘i’s plan to retire its dinosaur power plants

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

    By throwing a wrench in the state’s Regional Haze State Implementation Plan, advocates say Hawaiian Electric Co. can sidestep rules years in the …

26. Shrinking snowfall is forcing a famous ski town to try and diversify beyond winter tourism - AOL

    Sun, 24 May 2026 20:45:15 -0000

    The Greek village of Arachova, renowned for its ski resort, is experiencing a dramatic decline in snowfall, provoking anxiety and altering the economy. Giannis Stathas, mayor of Arachova, vividly recalls childhood days when heavy snow trapped residents indoors for days. "We couldn’t go to school …

27. 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 …

28. 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! …

29. 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, …

30. California Chemical Explosion Risk Ruled Out, Evacuation Stands

    Sun, 24 May 2026 15:22:17 -0000

    There is no longer a risk of a compromised chemical tank exploding in the suburbs of Los Angeles, but evacuation orders for more than 50,000 people …