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Most climate plans ignore plastics
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Most climate plans ignore plastics

Summary Time to count plastics in climate action and counter Trump effect Summary: Plastics contribute significantly to global greenhouse gas emissions, yet most climate action…
SourceSourceMarch 7, 2025 Full article
Climate change puts banana exports at risk
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Climate change puts banana exports at risk

Summary: Banana exports, a $11 billion industry crucial to many economies, face a severe threat from climate change. A new study published in Nature Food…
SourceSourceMarch 7, 2025 Full article
Some coral reef fish show adaptability to rising temperatures, study finds
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Some coral reef fish show adaptability to rising temperatures, study findsScience

Some coral reef fish show adaptability to rising temperatures, study finds

Summary: Some coral reef fish in the Arabian Gulf, the world’s hottest sea, exhibit a slightly higher tolerance to temperature fluctuations than their counterparts in…
SourceSourceMarch 7, 2025 Full article
Image of the day: Valais, Switzerland
Satellite image: Valais, Switzerland
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Image of the day: Valais, Switzerland

Nestled in the heart of the Alps, Valais is one of Switzerland’s most striking regions, known for its towering peaks, vast glaciers, and picturesque valleys.…
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Wealthy Brits lead in green tech but struggle with high-carbon lifestyles
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Wealthy Brits lead in green tech but struggle with high-carbon lifestylesClimate

Wealthy Brits lead in green tech but struggle with high-carbon lifestyles

Summary: Britain’s wealthiest individuals are responsible for a disproportionate share of carbon emissions, yet they also hold significant potential to drive climate action, according to…
SourceSourceMarch 6, 2025 Full article
Global sea ice cover hits record low in February as world continues hot streak
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Global sea ice cover hits record low in February as world continues hot streakClimate

Global sea ice cover hits record low in February as world continues hot streak

Paris, France | AFP Global sea ice cover reached a historic low in February, Europe's climate monitor said Thursday, with temperatures spiking up to 11°C…
SourceSourceMarch 6, 2025 Full article
Climate Science Digest: March 5, 2025
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Climate Science Digest: March 5, 2025Science

Climate Science Digest: March 5, 2025

Explore the latest insights from top science journals in the Muser Press daily roundup, featuring impactful research on climate change challenges. In brief: A new…
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Greenland rejects Trump pledge to make the island American
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Greenland rejects Trump pledge to make the island American

Nuuk, Denmark | AFP Greenland's prime minister on Wednesday hit back at President Donald Trump's pledge to take the Arctic territory "one way or the…
SourceSourceMarch 6, 2025 Full article
Flies, temperature, and evolution: adapting to a changing world
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Flies, temperature, and evolution: adapting to a changing worldScience

Flies, temperature, and evolution: adapting to a changing world

Differences in genes and brain wiring between forest and desert flies could help explain how climate change impacts insects Summary: Insect populations have been declining…
SourceSourceMarch 5, 2025 Full article
Image of the day: Air quality over Europe in early March 2025
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Image of the day: Air quality over Europe in early March 2025News

Image of the day: Air quality over Europe in early March 2025

A high-pressure system settled over Europe at the start of March 2025, influencing air quality across the continent. The weather conditions, which created stable atmospheric…
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What’s driving differences in tropical Pacific warming projections?
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What’s driving differences in tropical Pacific warming projections?

Summary: Climate models differ in their projections of sea surface temperature (SST) changes in the tropical Pacific, a key region influencing global climate. A study…
SourceSourceMarch 5, 2025 Full article
Trump tells Greenland US will get it ‘one way or the other’
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Trump tells Greenland US will get it ‘one way or the other’

Washington, United States | AFP President Donald Trump urged Greenland on Tuesday to choose to join the United States but vowed to take the Danish-ruled…
SourceSourceMarch 5, 2025 Full article
Climate Science Digest: March 4, 2025
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Climate Science Digest: March 4, 2025Science

Climate Science Digest: March 4, 2025

Explore the latest insights from top science journals in the Muser Press daily roundup, featuring impactful research on climate change challenges. In brief: Rice University…
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Image of the day: Flooding in Ecuador
Satellite image: Flooding in Ecuador (24 Feb. - 2 March 2025)
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Image of the day: Flooding in Ecuador

Since January 2025, Ecuador has been grappling with extreme rainfall, affecting 23 of its 24 provinces. The torrential rains have triggered widespread flooding, landslides, and…
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Fighting big oil’s misleading ads as disclosures and inoculations counter climate disinformation
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Fighting big oil’s misleading ads as disclosures and inoculations counter climate disinformation

A sneaky form of advertising favored by oil giants influences public opinion with climate action misperceptions, but researchers are studying potential solutions Summary: Oil companies…
SourceSourceMarch 4, 2025 Full article
Rising temperatures could put half of global food crops at risk
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Rising temperatures could put half of global food crops at riskScience

Rising temperatures could put half of global food crops at risk

Global food security could be notably impacted by a marked decline in crop diversity if temperatures rise by more than 1.5°C, new research reveals Summary:…
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Managing wildfire risk to preserve old-growth forest in Tahoe
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Managing wildfire risk to preserve old-growth forest in TahoeScience

Managing wildfire risk to preserve old-growth forest in Tahoe

Summary: The iconic old-growth forest at Emerald Bay State Park, located on the shores of Lake Tahoe, faces a critical conservation challenge. Home to giant…
SourceSourceMarch 4, 2025 Full article
Vital habitat in California rice fields supports wildlife
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Vital habitat in California rice fields supports wildlifeNews

Vital habitat in California rice fields supports wildlife

Summary: California’s Central Valley rice fields provide essential habitat for various wildlife species, from ducks and cranes to giant garter snakes and native fish. A…
SourceSourceMarch 4, 2025 Full article
Satellite tracking of fossil fuel CO₂ emissions with NO₂ data
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Satellite tracking of fossil fuel CO₂ emissions with NO₂ dataClimate

Satellite tracking of fossil fuel CO₂ emissions with NO₂ data

Summary: Monitoring fossil fuel CO2 emissions is crucial for climate action, but traditional methods often struggle to distinguish anthropogenic sources from natural background levels. A…
SourceSourceMarch 4, 2025 Full article
Image of the day: Latvia’s coastal city of Liepāja
Satellite image: Liepāja, Latvia
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Image of the day: Latvia’s coastal city of Liepāja

Liepāja, one of Latvia’s key port cities, is located on the country’s southwestern coast along the Baltic Sea. It is the largest city in the…
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EU proposes emission rule delay to spare carmakers from fines
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EU proposes emission rule delay to spare carmakers from finesNews

EU proposes emission rule delay to spare carmakers from fines

Brussels, Belgium | AFP EU chief Ursula von der Leyen offered Monday to give struggling European carmakers "breathing space" by allowing them extra time to…
SourceSourceMarch 3, 2025 Full article
Muser Press – New Research Articles Week 9, 2025
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Muser Press – New Research Articles Week 9, 2025Science

Muser Press – New Research Articles Week 9, 2025

Discover the latest articles from leading science journals in the Muser Press weekly roundup, showcasing impactful research published this week. Morphing robot turns challenging terrain…
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Melting ice could slow vital Antarctic ocean current: study
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Melting ice could slow vital Antarctic ocean current: studyClimate

Melting ice could slow vital Antarctic ocean current: study

Sydney, Australia | AFP The world's strongest ocean current could slow as melting Antarctic ice sheets flood it with fresh water, according to research published…
SourceSourceMarch 3, 2025 Full article
Image of the day: The Plitvice Lakes National Park
Satellite image: The Plitvice Lakes National Park, Croatia
Image of the day: The Plitvice Lakes National ParkNews

Image of the day: The Plitvice Lakes National Park

The Plitvice Lakes National Park, located in central Croatia, is the country’s oldest and largest national park, covering nearly 300 square kilometers. Renowned for its…
Muser NewsDeskMuser NewsDeskMarch 2, 2025 Full article