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Megadroughts on the rise
The Yeso reservoir in central Chile during a megadrought peak in Summer 2020
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Megadroughts on the rise

Long-term megadroughts are becoming increasingly frequent and severe, threatening ecosystems, agriculture, and water supplies worldwide, according to a new study published in Science. Long-term megadroughts…
Muser NewsDeskMuser NewsDeskJanuary 17, 2025 Full article
Global climate summary for December 2024
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Global climate summary for December 2024FactsNews

Global climate summary for December 2024

In Brief: December global temperature reached 1.26ยฐC above the 20th-century average, marking the second-warmest December on record. Northern Hemisphere snow cover ranked 13th lowest; Eurasia…
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Lessons from 2024’s climate events
Aerial view of village after flood - climate change
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Lessons from 2024’s climate events

The year 2024 brought unprecedented climate challenges, marked by severe droughts in southern Africa and Central America, catastrophic flooding in Spain, and the destructive Hurricane…
Muser NewsDeskMuser NewsDeskJanuary 13, 2025 Full article
Hottest year on record drives global water disasters
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Hottest year on record drives global water disastersNews

Hottest year on record drives global water disasters

A year of unprecedented heat in 2024 disrupted global water systems, exacerbating floods, droughts, and storms worldwide. A report by The Australian National University (ANU),…
SourceSourceJanuary 6, 2025 Full article
Climate Science Digest: December 12, 2024
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Climate Science Digest: December 12, 2024Science

Climate Science Digest: December 12, 2024

Floods, insufficient water, sinking river deltas: hydrologists map changing river landscapes across the globe University of Massachusetts Amherst - A new study published in Science…
Muser NewsDeskMuser NewsDeskDecember 13, 2024 Full article
Droughts emerge as the silent killer reshaping global landscapes
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Droughts emerge as the silent killer reshaping global landscapesFactsNews

Droughts emerge as the silent killer reshaping global landscapes

Droughts are intensifying worldwide, with devastating implications for ecosystems, economies, and human security. Often termed a โ€œslow onset, silent killer,โ€ this escalating threat is now…
Muser NewsDeskMuser NewsDeskDecember 4, 2024 Full article
Image of the day: Recent rains have improved drought conditions in Brazil
Image of the day: Recent rains have improved drought conditions in BrazilNews

Image of the day: Recent rains have improved drought conditions in Brazil

Brazil, the world's leading exporter of soya and corn, endured a harrowing drought in 2024, leaving its vast agricultural sector grappling with one of the…
Muser NewsDeskMuser NewsDeskDecember 2, 2024 Full article
World Drought Atlas highlights global risks and solutions for a resilient future
World Drought Atlas highlights global risks and solutions for a resilient futureClimate

World Drought Atlas highlights global risks and solutions for a resilient future

Droughts are becoming one of the most pressing global challenges, with impacts expected to affect three-quarters of the worldโ€™s population by 2050. In response, the…
Muser NewsDeskMuser NewsDeskDecember 2, 2024 Full article
Climate Science Digest: November 29, 2024
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Climate Science Digest: November 29, 2024Science

Climate Science Digest: November 29, 2024

Heat sensitivity weakens immune performance in wild monkeys A study from the University of Michigan reveals that wild capuchin monkeys experience a decline in immune…
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Image of the day: Record drought in Sicily
Image of the day: Record drought in SicilyNews

Image of the day: Record drought in Sicily

In 2024, Sicily, Italy faced its worst drought in almost 20 years, with nearly empty reservoirs and water rationing affecting up to two million people.…
SourceSourceNovember 29, 2024 Full article
Innovative water transfer model offers cost-effective drought solutions in the Western U.S.
Innovative water transfer model offers cost-effective drought solutions in the Western U.S.NewsScience

Innovative water transfer model offers cost-effective drought solutions in the Western U.S.

Researchers from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill have proposed a groundbreaking two-way water leasing model designed to address water scarcity challenges in…
Muser NewsDeskMuser NewsDeskNovember 28, 2024 Full article
Chromatic COF sensors integrated into microneedles provide early warning for plant drought stress
Chromatic COF sensors integrated into microneedles provide early warning for plant drought stressScience

Chromatic COF sensors integrated into microneedles provide early warning for plant drought stress

Researchers at Singapore-MIT Alliance for Research and Technology (SMART) have developed an innovative method to detect plant dehydration, integrating Covalent Organic Framework (COF) sensors into…
SourceSourceNovember 25, 2024 Full article
Climate Science Digest: November 14, 2024
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Climate Science Digest: November 14, 2024Science

Climate Science Digest: November 14, 2024

National and EU Policy critical to control emissions in Germanyโ€™s emerging hydrogen economy A new study by the Research Institute for Sustainability โ€“ Helmholtz Centre…
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Climate Science Digest: November 13, 2024
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Climate Science Digest: November 13, 2024Science

Climate Science Digest: November 13, 2024

Air pollution exposure may be associated with eczema Data from hundreds of thousands of U.S. adults suggests that each zip code increase of 10 ยตm/m3…
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Image of the day: Greek chestnut harvest affected by extreme weather conditions
Image of the day: Greek chestnut harvest affected by extreme weather conditionsNews

Image of the day: Greek chestnut harvest affected by extreme weather conditions

In the Greek village of Kissos, chestnuts trees have been affected by months of extreme heat and drought following the countryโ€™s warmest winter and summer…
SourceSourceNovember 12, 2024 Full article
Climate Science Digest: November 12, 2024
Small iceberg floating in ocean water under a bright sky with the Sun visible above - climate change effects
Climate Science Digest: November 12, 2024Science

Climate Science Digest: November 12, 2024

Longer droughts, bigger floods: UMass Amherst Hydrologist maps the future of water in New England New England, warming faster than any other U.S. region, faces…
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Climate Science Digest: November 9, 2024
Small iceberg floating in ocean water under a bright sky with the Sun visible above - climate change effects
Climate Science Digest: November 9, 2024Science

Climate Science Digest: November 9, 2024

The American Meteorological Society continuously publishes research on climate, weather, and water in its 12 journals. Many of these articles are available for early online…
SourceSourceNovember 9, 2024 Full article
U.S. climate in October 2024: record drought, extreme heat, and unusual weather patterns
U.S. climate in October 2024: record drought, extreme heat, and unusual weather patternsFactsNews

U.S. climate in October 2024: record drought, extreme heat, and unusual weather patterns

In October 2024, the United States experienced rapid drought expansion, extreme heat, and a complex interplay of weather events that have set new records and…
Muser NewsDeskMuser NewsDeskNovember 9, 2024 Full article
Rising heat, not just lack of rain, is intensifying droughts in the American West
Rising heat, not just lack of rain, is intensifying droughts in the American WestClimate

Rising heat, not just lack of rain, is intensifying droughts in the American West

Climate change is rewriting the rulebook for drought in the American West, where higher temperatures are transforming what might otherwise be mild droughts into severe,…
Adrian AlexandreAdrian AlexandreNovember 7, 2024 Full article
Image of the day: Drought in the Amazon River
Image of the day: Drought in the Amazon RiverNews

Image of the day: Drought in the Amazon River

Since 2023, the Amazon River has been affected by a severe drought. The consequences of the crisis are far-reaching, affecting local economies and resources. In…
SourceSourceNovember 6, 2024 Full article
Making agriculture more resilient to climate change
Making agriculture more resilient to climate changeNews

Making agriculture more resilient to climate change

Researchers across MIT are working on ways to boost food production and help crops survive drought. Anne Trafton | MIT News - As Earthโ€™s temperature…
SourceSourceNovember 1, 2024 Full article
Ocean cycles and climate shifts threaten the Serengetiโ€™s wildlife and weather stability
Ocean cycles and climate shifts threaten the Serengetiโ€™s wildlife and weather stabilityClimate

Ocean cycles and climate shifts threaten the Serengetiโ€™s wildlife and weather stability

Climate change, intensified by oceanic cycles, is reshaping weather patterns across the Greater Mara-Serengeti ecosystem, spanning Kenya and Tanzania. Rising temperatures, driven by fluctuations in…
Adrian AlexandreAdrian AlexandreNovember 1, 2024 Full article
Droughts threaten Spainโ€™s dehesa pastures: new tool aids livestock management
Droughts threaten Spainโ€™s dehesa pastures: new tool aids livestock managementScience

Droughts threaten Spainโ€™s dehesa pastures: new tool aids livestock management

Pigs feed on grass in a pasture in the northern part of Cรณrdoba province. Credit: IFAPA In Spain's iconic dehesas - vast oak-studded pastures integral…
Muser NewsDeskMuser NewsDeskOctober 31, 2024 Full article
The growing threat of ‘Day Zero’ and the push for wastewater reuse
The growing threat of ‘Day Zero’ and the push for wastewater reuseNewsScience

The growing threat of ‘Day Zero’ and the push for wastewater reuse

โ€œCan you imagine a day when you turn on your faucet and no water comes out?โ€ This chilling question, posed by researchers at the University…
Adrian AlexandreAdrian AlexandreOctober 20, 2024 Full article