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The Guardian
8 hours ago
Ring discovered around dwarf planet Quaoar confounds theories
The Guardian - Hannah Devlin Science correspondent
Astronomers have spotted a ring around a Pluto-sized dwarf planet called Quaoar in the outer reaches of the solar system. The observations, by a powerful telescope on La Palma, reveal the ring to be much further away from the planet than is typical, calling into question how such systems form. Prof …
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Zero | A Podcast From Bloomberg Green
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Zero is a podcast that explores the policies, tactics and clean technologies taking us to a future of zero emissions as the world fights climate change. Bloomberg Green’s award-winning climate reporter Akshat Rathi talks to the people who are making it happen.
Grist
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The unusual ways these 6 cities are combating climate change
Curated byGrist
From coast to coast, U.S. cities are reeling from climate impacts, from rising sea levels and flooding, to droughts and wildfires. But amidst these crises, communities are finding innovative and creative ways to mitigate its effects and advance real change. In this new series, we examined six cities that are taking unusual and exciting steps to combat climate change, and that show the power of citizens and policymakers coming together to innovate real solutions.
NBC News
1 day ago
Carnivores’ attacks on humans are becoming more common, and climate change isn’t helping
NBC News - Nidhi Sharma
Rising population has led to increased human encroachment on natural habitats, but climate change is also pushing some animals closer to population centers, experts say. Attacks on humans by carnivorous animals have increased steadily since 1950, as growing human populations in new areas make such …
CNBC
1 day ago
Costs could rise even more in 2023—and thousands of CEOs blame climate change
CNBC - Natasha Piñon
Thousands of CEOs say they expect 2023's high prices to rise even more over the course of the year. Their reason: climate change. A majority of …