Biology
Belgian scientists research pear varieties for a harsh future
In the province of Limburg, one of Belgium's important pear growing areas, there is an orchard with 12 transparent domes, surrounded by a wall overlooking a park.
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Environment
Saharan dust is important for ecological protection and climate change
As iron-laden dust moved farther away from the Sahara, atmospheric reactions made iron increasingly accessible to support life.
Environment
Climate change puts Southeast Asia at risk of 'sinister pit'
Many experts say that climate change makes countries in the Southeast Asian region face more risks stemming from sinkholes.
Space science
Successfully launched the EarthCARE satellite to probe the impact of clouds on climate
The EarthCARE satellite, launched from California (USA), is expected to orbit about 400km above Earth in the next three years with the mission of understanding the role…
Environment
This year's hurricane season could see many record-breaking hurricanes
Scientists at the US National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) have issued their highest forecast yet for the Atlantic hurricane season: 17 to 25 named stor…
Space science
Hell on Venus is a valuable lesson for people on Earth
Do you really understand the future of Earth? Our planetary neighbor gives us a glimpse of what could happen to Earth if climate change goes unchecked.
Biology
Australia's primeval forests died en masse due to drought and climate change
At the end of April, a series of states in Australia such as Queensland, New South Wales, Tasmania, Western Australia... all reported mass deaths of primary forests for…
Environment
The strongest El Nino in history has ended but 'natural disasters in the second half of 2024 will be very fierce'
Weather is becoming more and more extreme due to many factors occurring at the same time.
Environment
'Unrealistic' heat wave hits the Philippines
The climate crisis has sent temperatures soaring across Asia, from Gaza to Manila.
Environment
What is Net Zero? If Net Zero is not implemented, what will the Earth look like?
Vietnam and the whole world are aiming for Net Zero by 2050. This is a term that is mentioned often but is perhaps unfamiliar to many people.
Environment
Chile recorded its coldest May in more than 70 years
Chileans are facing the coldest May in more than 70 years with temperatures expected to drop further as the country prepares to enter winter starting in June.
Environment
The culprit caused a series of Alaska rivers and streams to turn orange
Warmer climate causes permafrost to melt, releasing the metal ores inside into rivers and streams, causing them to turn rusty.
Scientific works
California built a $20 billion rainwater storage tunnel
A giant tunnel used to collect and store rainwater will help California cope with prolonged drought caused by climate change.
Biology
The more CO₂, the faster the virus spreads
A new study shows that keeping CO₂ levels low helps reduce the infectious viral load in the air.