A groundbreaking study from Washington University in St Louis suggests that climate change played a significant role in the evolution of humanity’s ancient ancestors by contributing to the development of larger brains. Researchers found that increases in the brain sizes of ancient hominins aligned with glacial phases over 600,000 years ago. To demonstrate this, the …
The UN’s newly appointed climate chief, Professor Jim Skea, has expressed his concerns about eco activists and their controversial public demonstrations, stating that they are “paralysing” the fight against global warming. Professor Skea, who is also a physicist from Imperial College London, believes that these activists, such as Just Stop Oil and Extinction Rebellion, fail …
Scientists are considering a fascinating and ambitious plan to capture an asteroid and use it as a tool to combat climate change. The concept involves attaching a massive umbrella made of graphene, a strong and lightweight material, to the asteroid to create a “solar shield” that would block the sun’s energy and help cool down …
July 2023 is poised to break all previous heat records, according to UN Secretary-General António Guterres. Scientists predict that this month will be the hottest ever recorded worldwide, and the UN World Meteorological Organization (WMO) and European Union’s Copernicus Climate Change Service agree, stating that it is “extremely likely” to happen. Guterres confidently declared that …
In the renowned Hollywood film ‘The Day After Tomorrow’, the world experiences a new Ice Age caused by the halt of ocean currents due to global warming. While this may be just fiction, scientists now warn that this terrifying scenario could become a reality, thanks to climate change. New research suggests that the Atlantic Ocean …
How High is Too High? Experts Reveal the Surprising Upper Limit for Human Safety During Heatwaves As scorching temperatures continue to sweep across Europe, it’s important to understand just how hot is too hot for human safety. Recent research has revealed that the upper temperature limit is actually lower than previously thought. While it was …
After experiencing the warmest June on record, the British summer has taken a turn for the worse in July. The temperatures have dropped significantly, and the presence of rain and clouds has given the feeling of autumn rather than the peak holiday season. So, where did the sunshine go? Scientists suggest that a ‘blocked weather …
Britain is currently ranked last out of 21 European countries for the installation of heat pumps, a crucial technology in the fight against climate change. In order to catch up with France, the UK needs to experience an exponential increase in the heat pump market. The UK government has set a goal of installing 600,000 …
Google is celebrating the birthday of Eunice Newton Foote, an exceptional scientist, with a vibrant and interactive graphic doodle. Today marks the 204th birthday of this American scientist, who dedicated her life to exploring the natural world and pushing the boundaries of science. Google hails her as the first person to discover the greenhouse effect …
Scientists have issued a warning about a hidden danger lurking beneath the surface of US cities like Chicago and New York. A team from Northwestern University has termed this new phenomenon “underground climate change,” attributing it to the heat produced by manmade structures such as tunnels, parking garages, and sewers. These rising temperatures result in …