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When will humans go extinct?
Talking Point Humans can bring on their own demise or become their own saviors
By Devika Rao Published
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The remnants of an ancient ocean could be causing a 'gravity hole' in the Indian Ocean
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By Devika Rao Published
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How extreme weather is changing the traditional American summer
Speed Read Climate change is ruining vacations and spoiling summer camp. Is there any upside?
By Peter Weber Published
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Savor the summer, experts say. You will see these temps again.
Speed Read Extremely hot summers are here to stay
By Devika Rao Published
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Why is everyone rushing to the moon?
Today's Big Question The sky's the limit in the new space race
By Rafi Schwartz Published
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'Extremely dangerous heat wave' to scorch parts of US
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By Justin Klawans Published
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Defining the Anthropocene, Earth's new era
Speed Read The planet may have entered a new epoch
By Devika Rao Published
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Shark enthusiast hopes her conservation efforts make waves
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By Catherine Garcia Published
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Underground warming is a 'silent hazard' for densely built cities
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By Devika Rao Published
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The highest UK temperature ever recorded
feature Preliminary data suggests average global temperatures broke records last week
By Sorcha Bradley Last updated
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The unexpected way cars contribute to pollution
Speed Read It may be time to reinvent the wheel
By Devika Rao Published
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Florida ocean water just hit a 'boiling' 97 degrees. That's bad for several reasons.
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By Peter Weber Published
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Northern lights expected to be visible in 17 states on Thursday
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By Catherine Garcia Published
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How safe are the world’s rollercoasters?
In Depth Spate of rollercoaster breakdowns put amusement park safety in the spotlight
By Arion McNicoll Last updated
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