Countries globally are rapidly transitioning to a cleaner energy future—accelerating their push for electric vehicles alongside ambitious targets to phase out gasoline and diesel in transportation. Global electric car sales ...
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The number of Americans living in poverty, according to the nation's official definition, fell slightly to about 36.8 million in 2023, the Census Bureau announced on Sept. 10, 2024. The data released also indicated that the ...
Social Sciences
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Greenhouse gases resulting from human activity have been the largest driver of climate change since the mid-20th century—especially from agriculture. The U.S. beef industry alone is responsible for 3.3% of the nation's ...
Environment
Sep 3, 2024
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Nearly 1.7 million people visit Juneau, Alaska, between May and September, spilling into the city by the thousands each morning when their cruise ship docks.
Social Sciences
Aug 27, 2024
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When big cities gobble up smaller ones nearby, residents often are told a consolidated government is more efficient, providing improved services and other economic benefits.
Economics & Business
Aug 26, 2024
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A report released today by the Reef Authority has concluded the overall outlook for the Great Barrier Reef remains one of future deterioration due largely to climate change. This is despite some habitats and species improving ...
Ecology
Aug 23, 2024
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The Paris Olympics have put Brisbane back in the spotlight as host of the 2032 Olympic and Paralympic Games. The plans for 2032 make one thing clear: these games will be different.
Environment
Aug 19, 2024
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A new study from WCS reveals that community capacity-building interventions, even those with only indirect environmental links, significantly improved perceptions of fisheries management and conservation in coastal fishing ...
Ecology
Aug 7, 2024
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Ever since Polynesian pioneers took to the ocean on wooden rafts, people have been hooked on riding waves. Today, surfing is one of the world's fastest-growing sports and one of the latest additions to the Olympic games.
Economics & Business
Aug 3, 2024
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Humanity must rethink migration as the climate crisis drives rapid global changes, researchers say.
Environment
Jul 29, 2024
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