For Trump, PFAS ‘Forever Chemicals’ in Straws Are a Crisis. In Water, Maybe Less So.

Published by The New York Times Science & Environment An administration document aimed at eradicating paper straws highlights the dangers of PFAS chemicals. Their presence in tap water nationwide hasn’t gotten the same attention. Read the full article at: https://www.nytimes.com/2025/04/26/climate/trump-straws-pfas-water-forever-chemicals.html

China Says Trump’s Order on Seabed Mining Violates International Law

Published by The New York Times Science & Environment Dozens of countries have called for a moratorium on seabed mining, and have urged restraint until an international authority agrees on rules for the practice. Read the full article at: https://www.nytimes.com/2025/04/25/us/china-trump-seabed-mining-international-law.html

At the Bruce Museum, a Climate Change Exhibit Inspired by Alaska

Published by The New York Times Science & Environment Daniel Ksepka, the curator of a new display at the Bruce Museum, said he focused on Alaska because it is ‘on the front line’ of global warming. Read the full article at: https://www.nytimes.com/2025/04/25/arts/design/bruce-museum-alaska-climate-change.html

Trump Takes a Major Step Toward Seabed Mining in International Waters

Published by The New York Times Science & Environment A new executive order pits the United States against the rest of the world over the question of who can exploit mineral resources in shared waters. Read the full article at: https://www.nytimes.com/2025/04/24/climate/trump-seabed-mining.html

Child Health Experts With Diversity Roles Will Be Fired or Reassigned

Published by The New York Times Science & Environment The moves are aimed at eliminating diversity, equity and inclusion efforts and environmental justice programs at the E.P.A., Trump administration officials say. Read the full article at: https://www.nytimes.com/2025/04/24/climate/child-health-experts-epa-fired.html

Interior Department to Fast-Track Oil, Gas and Mining Projects

Published by The New York Times Science & Environment The Trump administration plans to dramatically reduce environmental reviews before permitting drilling and mining projects on public lands and in federal waters. Read the full article at: https://www.nytimes.com/2025/04/23/climate/interior-department-gas-and-mining-projects.html

Catholics Expected a Revolution From Pope Francis, Just Not the One He Gave Them

Published by The New York Times Science & Environment Liberals hoped he’d ordain women or allow gay marriage. Conservatives thought he’d tear up Church doctrine. But his papacy favored debate over radical action. Read the full article at: https://www.nytimes.com/2025/04/23/world/europe/pope-francis-catholic-church-legacy.html

Climate Activists Interrupt New York City Ballet Performance

Published by The New York Times Science & Environment Protesters interrupted an all-Balanchine program on the company’s spring season opening night, which coincided this year with Earth Day. Read the full article at: https://www.nytimes.com/2025/04/22/arts/dance/nyc-ballet-climate-activists.html

Sweating to Shivering: Study Finds Rapid Swings in Temperature Have Increased

Published by The New York Times Science & Environment Flips between warm temperatures to cold and vice versa have become quicker, more frequent and more intense in recent decades, a new study shows. Read the full article at: https://www.nytimes.com/2025/04/22/climate/temperature-swings-climate-change.html

Tesla’s Falling Profit May Pressure Elon Musk to Return to Day Job

Published by The New York Times Science & Environment The carmaker is expected to report a decline in quarterly earnings after Tesla’s brand suffered because of its chief executive’s role in the Trump administration. Read the full article at: https://www.nytimes.com/2025/04/22/business/tesla-earnings-elon-musk.html

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