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The Polar Explorer, and Scammer, Who Should Be an American Hero

The Polar Explorer, and Scammer, Who Should Be an American Hero

An article about Frederick Cook, an explorer and scammer, who deserves recognition as an American icon.

Gore emphasizes grassroots pressure in addressing climate change

Gore emphasizes grassroots pressure in addressing climate change

Former Vice President Al Gore argues that grassroots pressure is crucial in curbing climate change.

Electricity Shortages Loom for North America

Electricity Shortages Loom for North America

Many regions of North America may face electricity shortages starting in 2024 due to increased energy demand and electrification.

Wolves Released in Colorado Were Part of Pack Responsible for Livestock Deaths in Oregon

Wolves Released in Colorado Were Part of Pack Responsible for Livestock Deaths in Oregon

A pair of wolves released in Colorado this week were part of the Five Points pack in Oregon that killed three livestock animals. Oregon wildlife officials allowed federal officials to kill four wolves from the pack earlier this year.

Octopus DNA Reveals Antarctic Ice Sheet Closer to Collapse

Octopus DNA Reveals Antarctic Ice Sheet Closer to Collapse

Scientists studying octopus DNA in Antarctica have found evidence that the West Antarctic Ice Sheet (WAIS) is closer to collapse than previously thought, which could lead to significant sea level rise.

California Approves 'Toilet-to-Tap' System to Recycle Wastewater

California Approves 'Toilet-to-Tap' System to Recycle Wastewater

California officials have approved new regulations that allow water agencies to recycle treated sewage and pump it back into homes as a solution for the state's water shortage.

'Holy Grail' of Clean Energy Was No Fluke

'Holy Grail' of Clean Energy Was No Fluke

Lab says it's replicated fusion milestone at least 3 times

Why the U.S. Is Pumping More Oil Than Any Country in History

Why the U.S. Is Pumping More Oil Than Any Country in History

The politics of solving climate change may, paradoxically, require producing more fossil fuels for a while.