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Sabertooth cats, dire wolves, and other megafauna went extinct 13,000 years ago in California. Wildfire and humans may be to blame

Humans and fire were driving prehistoric animals out. Kind of like what's also happening now.

New device uses wood dust to trap almost all microplastics in water

It’s at a lab stage but researchers think it could be scaled up easily and inexpensively

America’s wealthiest 10% is responsible for 40% of US polluting emissions

The study suggests adopting a carbon tax to tackle inequality

Good boy? Owners of recently adopted shelter dogs report behavior problems

Shelter dogs have been through a lot, and their new owners need to be patient.

Dogs may be able to detect Covid-19 better than any common technology

Researchers looked into previous studies and found the idea is approaching scientific consensus.

“Planting” rocks in farms could help meet a key climate change target

Study looks into the potential of mixing crushed volcanic rocks into fields.

Spending money on irrigation really pays off amid climate change

Irrigation only works if it’s planned properly, though.

"We didn't even think it was possible" -- glacial floods terrify Alaska community

While one side of the US is burning, the other is struck by floods.

Solar power surges in Europe and is set to double by 2030

New report shows governments are updating their energy plans with more ambitious targets.

From plastic waste to cleaning power: researchers find way to upcycle plastics into soap

Study creates simple method to upcycle plastic

More than half of Earth's species live underground

Study looks at scientific literature and data sets on species living in soils

Hawaii fires were made more likely and devastating by climate change

It's exactly what scientists predicted.

Indigenous lands are choked by encroaching industry -- and renewable energy is not much better

Growing demand for food, energy and minerals is driving human activity into new landscapes

World’s oldest and fastest-evolving moss might not survive climate change

Researchers collected samples, studied its habitat and sequenced its genome.

The Trumpetfish is a master of disguise: it hides behind other, bigger fish to hunt

These fish hide everywhere. There could be one behind you right now.

Sparrows drift from their favorite wintering spots when their friends stop visiting

Friendship is a compass for these winged travelers.

Finally, some good news. Deforestation in the Brazilian Amazon plunges to six-year-low

Leaders of Amazonian countries will meet this week to protect the rainforest.

China zoo says its bears aren't people in bear costumes

It’s the smallest bear species in the world and one of the more adorable creatures you'll see.

Scientists identify the oldest known species of swimming jellyfish

It looks quite similar to a modern jellyfish.

Tree-ring records solve Medieval warming climate mystery

By scrutinizing millions of wood cells in ancient trees, scientists decode climate records, confirming the pivotal role of human-caused climate change.

Bees may have originated from an ancient supercontinent

Study reconstructed the evolutionary history of bees.

The US wants to plant one billion trees -- but there's not enough seedlings

Study looked at plant nurseries across the country and found big gaps.

Virgin births: Genetically engineered fruit flies can reproduce without males, but it won't work for humans

It could one day help with the control of insect populations.

UK says 'Screw climate change', grants 100 new oil and gas licenses

Not good news for the climate.

World's tallest wooden wind turbine makes wind energy truly sustainable

The industry wants to make green energy even greener.

These worms were resurrected after 46,000 years frozen in the Siberian permafrost

The ancient worms have been dormant since the time when humans co-existed with Neanderthals.

Millions of Americans are living in urban heat islands

Big cities such as New York, Phoenix, New Orleans and San Francisco are especially affected.

We're probably living in the hottest month in history (so far)

Records will likely continue to be broken as the climate crisis kicks in.

These crocodiles are on the brink of extinction. But a sanctuary may have saved them

A Colombian breeding program is fighting the croc's extinction.

Major Atlantic Ocean current could collapse due to climate change

The IPCC had ruled this out in its previous climate models.

By 2025, EV chargers will become common in US and Europe

Sales of electric vehicles continue to scale up and countries are rushing to install chargers.

Extreme heat in July would have been virtually impossible without climate change

Researchers forecast more frequent extreme weather events.

These eight habits can increase your lifespan by decades -- even if you start late

You can add an extra 24 years to your life just by adopting these lifestyle changes.

"Cocaine sharks" may be eating dumped drugs off Florida coast

Scientists investigate potential drug exposure among sharks in the Florida Keys, raising concerns about the impact on marine life and the environment.

No, the Loch Ness monster isn't some giant eel

As science and folklore collide, statistical findings contradict the giant eel as Nessy hypothesis.

Flying in Europe is up to 30 times cheaper than rail travel -- and this is a climate problem

Report by Greenpeace warns of an unfair competitive advantage for airlines.

Why eating things that are good for the environment is also good for you

Turns out, what's good for human health is often what's good for the natural world as well.

Low-meat diets can reduce the environmental impact of food production

Study looks at the real diets of over 55,000 people in the UK.

Wood may not be the climate-friendly building material we used to think

Study shows logging has a higher carbon footprint than expected.

Half of U.S. beaches are contaminated with poop

You might not see it or smell it, but a lot of America's beaches are infested with fecal bacteria.

Startup makes breakthrough in geothermal power technology

It's a clean energy source with a lot of potential that hasn't been exploited yet.

Bird flu outbreak is killing dozens of cats in Poland, with low risk for humans

The source of the infection remains unknown, the WHO said.

Most research on 'forever chemicals' doesn’t get any kind of media coverage -- and it's a problem

This risks the information not properly reaching the public.

Social isolation and loneliness: a lethal silent epidemic, scientists warn

Living alone in isolation is not good for your brain, heart, immune system, and overall health. Here is how it brings you closer to death.

Green sea turtles travel to the same place to eat for generations

Study looks into the eating patterns of these incredible animals.

Salt in the water: Uruguay's extreme drought is an alarm bell for the world

The drought in Uruguay is a good example of what we can expect with climate heating.

Scientists use CRISPR to make wood fiber production more sustainable

They believe this could be applied to multiple tree species

Fungi in the foundation – How to grow mycelium into eco-friendly buildings

The construction industry has a big impact on the environment

Scientists find traces of the world’s oldest known glaciers under gold deposits

The rare find could be proof of a lost ice age.

Climate change is changing the ocean's color

The change reflects significant shifts in essential marine ecosystems

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