El Nino likely passing its peak in Australia may mean relief for bushfire ravaged communities
According to the Australian Bureau of Meteorology, El Nino has likely reached its peak and is expected to return to neutral levels.
Defence experts say Jan 6 hydrogen bomb test by Pyongyang is ‘no big deal’
North Korea made a big deal out of its Wednesday hydrogen bomb test, but experts believe it was only boosted-fission bomb.
Aussie study claims climate change is affecting farmers’ mental health
An Australian study suggests that climate change is having a detrimental effect on the mental health of farmers.
NASA: US airlines can save billions through green technologies
NASA has developed a set of new green technologies that can help US commercial airlines save billions of dollars.
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Data worth 282,000 years shows that Earth’s tilt is affecting climate change
There’s a direct link between the Earth’s tilt and climate change, suggests an international research based on data of 282,000 years.
RENU RANGELA Dec 18, 2015
US, Europe air quality improve, but they are still among the highest emitters of NO2, finds NASA
The air quality in the United States and Europe has significantly improved, but they are still among the largest emitters of nitrogen dioxide, according to trends mapped by NASA scientists.
RENU RANGELA Dec 16, 2015
Summer, sunburn, sunscreen and skin cancer – Australians have a lot to worry about
The sunscreen test results add to the skin cancer concerns as about 2,000 Australians die of skin cancer every year, with melanoma being the deadliest of all.
Ritwik Roy Dec 15, 2015
Wendelstein 7-X from project Stellarator brings nuclear fusion a step closer, German scientists call it a breakthrough [Videos]
German project Stellarator used Wendelstein 7-X’s microwave laser to heat helium atoms and contain the plasma inside the vessel briefly.
Ritwik Roy Dec 15, 2015
Climate change did not force Vikings to abandon Greenland, claim scientists
There was climate change back in the 10th century too, but contrary to what is commonly believed, it did not play a role in the colonisation and subsequent abandonment of Greenland by the Vikings.
RENU RANGELA Dec 11, 2015
Skis makes ice slippery, suggests a new theory
A new theory explains how a hard material, such as a ski, can actually make ice more slippery.
RENU RANGELA Dec 10, 2015
Researchers develop open-source 3D software to track brain development of the embryo
An Indian-origin scientist has developed an open-source 3D software that can track the brain development of an embryo.
Guneet Bhatia Dec 08, 2015
Worldwide water consumption is 18 percent higher than thought
Scientists say that the current rate of water consumption is not sustainable.
Donald Acosta Dec 07, 2015
New method creates yeast hybrids for new flavours of beer, wine and better biofuels
A new method could significantly help the yeast-dependent industry to make new flavours of products, such as beer, wine and cheese, and potentially produce an entirely new product.
Darwin Malicdem Dec 07, 2015
Mark Zuckerberg, Bill Gates step in to help governments tackle climate change
Mark Zuckerberg and Bill Gates have launched a new group that will help mobilise investment in transformative energy solutions and compensate for the insufficient global funding for tackling climate change.
Tess Green Dec 03, 2015
Climate change according to Phillip Mills: How your workout and low carb all organic diet is saving the planet
Les Mills' CEO weighs in on the climate change debate with his theory of "globesity."
Themistocles Stavrou Dec 02, 2015
No room for renegotiation on carbon emissions target announced by Australia at the Paris talks: Julie Bishop
Prime Minister Malcolm Turnbull has reinstated emission cuts of 26 to 28 percent by 2030 at the Paris conference on climate change.
Debleena Sarkar Dec 01, 2015
Australia criticises Japan’s decision to start whaling next year
Japan’s decision to start whaling early next year has been condemned by Australia and other nations although Japan is defending itself saying its revised whaling programme is scientific.
Ritwik Roy Nov 30, 2015
Severe thunderstorm warning issued for Southeast Queensland
The Bureau of Meteorology has asked people not to use the telephone during a thunderstorm.
Sounak Mukhopadhyay Nov 30, 2015
COP21: World Climate Change Conference 2015 begins with 95% of 183 countries submitting plans to limit global warming 2.7-3.5 degrees Celsius
The real hard work starts at COP21 as delegates agree to emission reduction target to limit global warming.
Vittorio Hernandez Nov 30, 2015
World Meteorological Organisation declares 2015 as the hottest year on record
Scientists at World Meteorological Organisation say that 2015 is likely to be the hottest year ever and have urged world leaders to take immediate action post Paris climate change meet.
Ritwik Roy Nov 28, 2015
NASA claims Antarctic has been cooling despite global warming
NASA says that the temperature in the Antarctic region has been decreasing.
Donald Acosta Nov 27, 2015
Flatworms grow heads and brains of other species
Scientists at Tufts University in Medford, Massachusetts, made one species of flatworm grow the head and brain of another.
Donald Acosta Nov 26, 2015
HSI claims that smart drum lines will destroy marine life
Humane Society International (HSI) opposes the government’s decision to implement harmful smart drum lines.
Donald Acosta Nov 25, 2015
Scientists discover new species of early anthropoid primate in Libya
A new species of anthropoid primate dubbed Apidium zuetina has been found in Libya by a team of scientists led by Kansas University.
Donald Acosta Nov 25, 2015
Drought relief assistance for South Australian farmers promised by SA agriculture minister Leon Bignell
South Australian Agriculture Minister Leon Bignell held a meeting with state government officials and 50 farmers to discuss possible ways to deal with the droughts.
Debleena Sarkar Nov 24, 2015
Prince Charles links Syrian war to climate change, says the world is heading toward 'catastrophe'
Prince Charles believes that climate change is one of the causes behind the current Syrian turmoil that has already resulted in the loss of hundreds of civilians.
Guneet Bhatia Nov 24, 2015
Sydney's Platypus site to be rebuilt into a public park, Australian government to fund the move
The Australian government has decided to provide a $20 million funding to Sydney Harbour Federation Trust to rebuild the Platypus site into a public park.
Guneet Bhatia Nov 24, 2015
Climate change lawsuit against Obama administration attracts attention from oil industry’s biggest players
The fossil fuel industry seeks to oppose a US lawsuit over climate change against President Barack Obama's administration.
Donald Acosta Nov 23, 2015
Studies prove penguin population multiplies with climate change and shrinking glaciers [Watch Video]
Researchers have proved the current climate change that has resulted in shrinking of massive glaciers in Antarctica is actually favourable for the cold-loving penguins.
Ritwik Roy Nov 19, 2015
ARENA generates huge interest for its $100 million large-scale solar round
ARENA’s announcement about its large-scale solar photovoltaic (PV) competitive round worth $100 million attracts 77 eligible expressions of interest (EOIs).
Donald Acosta Nov 18, 2015
BP's proposal to drill for oil in the Great Australian Bight rejected
National Offshore Petroleum Safety and Environment Management Authority rejected BP's proposal to drill in the Great Australian Bight due to lack of environmental standards.
Debleena Sarkar Nov 18, 2015
Paris Climate Change Summit 2015 to address key issues of global warming and greenhouse emissions with a stronger resolve post-attack [Watch Videos]
France will still hold the COP21/CMP11, especially after a Greenland glacier has melted completely raising alarm on a massive increase in sea levels.
Ritwik Roy Nov 16, 2015
New Zealand Youth Delegation Intends To Attend 2015 Climate Change Conference If Talks Will Push Thru Despite Paris Attack
Paris attack fail to faze New Zealand's youth delegation from attending the 2015 Climate Change Conference.
Vittorio Hernandez Nov 14, 2015
Oprah Winfrey defends Kardashian-Jenner clan against bashers
Oprah speaks out against people who think that starring in a successful reality show isn't hard work.
Christine Caparras Nov 10, 2015
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