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A larger expanse of ocean warm enough to incubate these cyclones has spawned devastation in regions. (Photo: AFP)

Global warming has become science of our dismal future

The climate crisis is here, get used to it.

28 Nov 2019 11:14 AM IST

$Psychological responses to climate change such as \conflict avoidance, fatalism, fear, helplessness and resignation are growing. (Photo: AFP)$ Life

Climate anxiety: Concern for future well-being amidst environmental...

In United States, climate anxiety churns up psychological storm.

27 Nov 2019 9:58 AM IST

Under 2C of warming coral, and the vital ecosystems it supports, would be virtually wiped out. (Photo: AFP)

Peculiar mating habits of colourful clownfish put it at risk from...

Losing Nemo: clownfish 'cannot adapt to climate change'.

27 Nov 2019 9:47 AM IST

Air pollution may be contributing to glaucoma due to the constriction of blood vessels, which ties into air pollutions links to an increased risk of heart problems. (Photo: ANI)

Air pollution can lead to irreversible blindness

Increase in air pollution linked to higher glaucoma risk.

27 Nov 2019 9:22 AM IST

Forest managers should consider projected climate changes and increasing wildfire size, frequency and severity on future forest composition when planning long-term forest management strategies. (Photo ANI)

Climate driven changes in forest dynamics and wildfire activity to...

Studies reveal that wildfires in Oregon's Blue Mountains to become more severe.

26 Nov 2019 10:07 AM IST

The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission has no hard deadline to act on the request for the preliminary permits. (Photo: AP)

Significant concerns about proposals to dam Colorado River tributary

Arizona tribes oppose plan to dam Colorado River tributary.

26 Nov 2019 9:43 AM IST

With more than 1.3 million hectares of land scorched in the state, the fires have also destroyed large tracts of the tree-dwelling marsupials habitat. (Photo: AFP)

Aussies raise AUD 1 million for rescuing koalas injured by bushfires

Online fundraiser for bushfire-hit koalas tops Aus$1 mn.

21 Nov 2019 5:21 PM IST

Many leave because of the increased expense or the daily difficulties in living in a city of canals, which can make even a simple errand a minor odyssey. (Photo: AP)

Venetians fight against record-breaking flooding, safety threats

Flood-hit Venice's dwindling population faces mounting woes.

22 Nov 2019 10:48 AM IST

A windstorm overnight in the Rome area toppled scores of trees, with two falling on cars, severely injuring a motorist. (Photo: AP)

Weather woes: Venice hit with tide, snow and rain

3rd record tide enters Venice as Italy hit with snow, rain.

19 Nov 2019 6:40 PM IST

Photos on social media showed taxi boats and gondolas grounded on walkways flanking city canals. (Photo: AP)

Flood-ravaged Venice lands up in dramatic situation

Italy declares state of emergency in Venice after high tides.

15 Nov 2019 12:55 PM IST

The results of the study were published in the journal Nature Communications. (Photo: Representational/Pixabay)

Bacteria may contribute to global warming faster than contemporary...

Studies reveal that bacteria may contribute more to climate change as planet heats up.

15 Nov 2019 12:15 PM IST

Human activity such as population (growth) and transport combined with climate change increases antibacterial resistance... and therefore the need for more pharmaceuticals. (Photo: AFP)

Unchecked use of antibiotics poses significant threat to freshwater...

Experts warn that medicines pose global environmental risk.

15 Nov 2019 11:16 AM IST