Published by The New York Times Science & Environment Thousands died and people slept on roofs to cope with the early heat wave, which was supercharged by agricultural practices. Read the full article at: https://www.nytimes.com/2024/06/18/weather/heat-wave-us-history.html
Published by The New York Times Science & Environment Researchers have found that longer-lasting heat waves can be deadlier and can pose unique health risks. Read the full article at: https://www.nytimes.com/2024/06/18/climate/long-heat-waves-health-risk.html
Published by The New York Times Science & Environment With temperatures climbing this week, here’s how to be comfortable in your home — with or without air-conditioning. Read the full article at: https://www.nytimes.com/2024/06/18/realestate/stay-cool-heat-wave.html
Published by The New York Times Science & Environment A new play from the writers of “The Jungle” dramatizes the 1997 Kyoto Protocol, a landmark climate agreement preceded by years of arguments over its wording. Read the full article at: https://www.nytimes.com/2024/06/18/theater/kyoto-royal-shakespeare-company.html
Published by The New York Times Science & Environment Wet towels and body bags filled with ice water are being used to quickly cool victims, which is essential to saving lives. Read the full article at: https://www.nytimes.com/2024/06/18/climate/heat-wave-emt-treatment.html
Published by The New York Times Science & Environment A federal judge ruled that the case was moot after the investor, Arjuna Capital, withdrew the proposal with a promise not to try again. Read the full article at: https://www.nytimes.com/2024/06/17/business/exxon-arjuna-lawsuit-dismissed.html
Published by The New York Times Science & Environment The labor and environmental groups are pushing the change so relief funds can be used in more situations. Read the full article at: https://www.nytimes.com/2024/06/17/climate/labor-unions-fema-disaster-relief.html
Published by The New York Times Science & Environment While trying to save large amphibians native to Japan, herpetologists in the country unexpectedly found a way to potentially save an even bigger species in China. Read the full article at: https://www.nytimes.com/2024/06/17/science/giant-salamanders-japan-china.html
Published by The New York Times Science & Environment Every little bit helps. But doing it wrong can actually make matters worse. Read the full article at: https://www.nytimes.com/2024/06/17/climate/ask-nyt-climate-recycling.html
Published by The New York Times Science & Environment Stifling conditions are forecast to spread this week over the eastern half of America — and linger for days. Read the full article at: https://www.nytimes.com/2024/06/16/us/heat-wave-by-numbers.html
Published by The New York Times Science & Environment Europe’s climate change-minded parties performed poorly in the European Union elections. Is the once ambitious European green movement over, or could its electoral crash launch a rebirth? Read the full article at: https://www.nytimes.com/2024/06/16/world/europe/eu-elections-green-parties.html
Published by The New York Times Science & Environment The NOAA Climate Prediction Center announced an end to the El Niño climate phenomenon on Thursday, and predicted that La Niña could start as early as next month. Read the full article at: https://www.nytimes.com/2024/06/14/climate/el-nino-la-nina.html
Published by The New York Times Science & Environment Leaders from India, Brazil, the Middle East and Africa joined discussions in a nod to the changing global balance of power. Read the full article at: https://www.nytimes.com/2024/06/14/world/europe/g7-summit-ai-china-india.html
Published by The New York Times Science & Environment In earlier bids for the White House, former President Donald Trump pledged to get miners back to work. Now, he trumpets oil and gas, and hardly mentions the dirtiest of the fossil fuels. Read the full article at: https://www.nytimes.com/2024/06/14/climate/trump-coal-politics.html
Published by The New York Times Science & Environment Between days of excessive heat and days of unrelenting storms, the summer rainy season is starting to feel different — and highly unpredictable. Read the full article at: https://www.nytimes.com/2024/06/13/us/south-florida-flood-rain-storms.html
Published by The New York Times Science & Environment One group in Hudson Bay might have roughly a decade left because sea ice is becoming too thin to support them as they hunt, according to new research. Read the full article at: https://www.nytimes.com/2024/06/13/climate/polar-bear-population-climate-change.html
Published by The New York Times Science & Environment The Supreme Court may soon decide the fate of dozens of cases brought by cities and states that seek to hold fossil fuel companies accountable. Read the full article at: https://www.nytimes.com/2024/06/13/climate/supreme-court-hawaii-climate-oil-companies.html
Published by The New York Times Science & Environment The government will look at ways to extend the shelf life of foods and to create more composting and other facilities, as well as urge companies to donate more food. Read the full article at: https://www.nytimes.com/2024/06/12/climate/white-house-food-waste-strategy.html
Published by The New York Times Science & Environment Nate Smith, an actor and activist, will have a role in a production organized by Theater of War Productions on the TKTS Times Square steps. Read the full article at: https://www.nytimes.com/2024/06/12/nyregion/protester-enemy-of-people-times-square.html
Published by The New York Times Science & Environment Record-breaking temperatures are pushing experts and public health officials to come up with a new vocabulary to warn the public about extreme heat. Read the full article at: https://www.nytimes.com/2024/06/11/climate/heat-stickiness-temperature.html