NPR Member Stations Illuminate the Ripple Effects of Climate, Politics, and Justice
From Silicon Valley's anti-democratic drift to Assam's floods and a Florida skink facing extinction, a roundup of critical reporting.
Aug 10, 20260 views
Environment
Trump’s Environmental Rollbacks Spark Legal War as States, Groups Fight Back
From EPA climate finding repeal to DOJ backing xAI, the administration’s pollution agenda faces courtroom challenges.
Aug 3, 20260 views
Global Warming Accelerates at Record Pace, Scientists Warn
New analysis shows Earth's temperature rising at 0.35°C per decade since 2015, with oceans, methane, and sea levels signaling a climate emergency.
Aug 3, 20260 views
Evolution Repeats Itself Across Species in the Galápagos
New studies reveal convergent evolution in daisies, spiders, and octopuses, while human impact threatens the archipelago's unique biodiversity.
Jul 30, 20260 views
New Zealand's Southern Wilderness: A Realm of Beauty and Peril
From Stewart Island's kiwi sanctuaries to dramatic rescues, the rugged landscapes of Aotearoa captivate and challenge.
Jul 30, 20260 views
Record-Sized Sargassum Bloom Threatens Caribbean and Florida Beaches
A record-breaking bloom of sargassum seaweed in the tropical Atlantic is threatening beaches from the Caribbean to Florida, while scientists unravel its shifting drivers and explore sustainable solutions.
Jul 29, 20260 views
Raging Infernos: Southern Europe Battles Catastrophic Wildfires as Climate Debate Intensifies
Spain, France, and Portugal face unprecedented blazes, with thousands evacuated, troops deployed, and EU aid mobilized amid soaring temperatures and political disputes over climate change.
Jul 28, 20260 views
Wildfire Smoke Blankets North America: Expert Tips to Protect Your Home and Health
As Canadian and Minnesota wildfires send air quality to hazardous levels, millions seek ways to breathe safer indoors. Here's how to make DIY air purifiers and choose the best filters.
Jul 17, 20261 views
Chinese Scientists Create 'Living Plastic' That Self-Destructs in Six Days Without Microplastics
A breakthrough material using engineered bacteria could revolutionize single-use plastic waste management, degrading completely on command.
Jul 17, 20260 views
Climate Breakdown Supercharges West Africa Floods, Displacing Thousands
Scientists warn global heating turned routine rains into a climate catastrophe, as extreme weather wreaks havoc on Earth's water cycle.
Jul 16, 20261 views
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