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4 ways to put the 100-degree Arctic heat record in context

June’s record heat in Siberia is part of a much bigger picture of dramatic climate change in the Arctic.

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A Siberian town hit 100 degrees, setting a new record for the Arctic Circle

Verkhoyansk’s high temperature, which has yet to be confirmed, follows a six-month period of record heat in the region.

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Rapid sea level rise could drown protective mangrove forests by 2100

Mangroves have kept up with rising water so far, but new research reveals their limits.

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‘Tree Story’ explores what tree rings can tell us about the past

The book "Tree Story" explains how scientists decipher tree rings to discover clues about past climates and ancient civilizations.

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How more powerful Pacific cyclones may be fueling global warming

Increasingly strong storms in the North Pacific may be speeding up the fast-moving Kuroshio Current — which could bring more heat to high latitudes.

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Daily global CO₂ emissions dropped dramatically as COVID-19 kept people home

Daily carbon dioxide emissions in early April were 17 percent lower than average daily emissions for 2019, thanks to government policies to restrict the spread of the coronavirus.

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These 6 books explore climate change science and solutions

Science News staff read recent books about climate change to help guide you to which ones you might like.

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What lifestyle changes will shrink your carbon footprint the most?

You can reduce your carbon emissions, but the most influential changes will depend on your circumstances.

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How to protect your home from disasters amplified by climate change

How people can make their homes and communities more resilient to the effects of climate change, including floods, fires, heat and drought.

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What data do cities like Orlando need to prepare for climate migrants?

As researchers wrestle with how to anticipate future population shifts due to climate change, possible “destination cities,” like Orlando, Fla., prepare for an influx.

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What Michael Moore’s new film gets wrong about renewable energy

Michael Moore’s Planet of the Humans challenges renewable energy’s ability to fight climate change, but it’s riddled with errors and old information.

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Deadly temperatures expected to arrive later this century are already here

Temperatures near humans’ physiological limit have doubled in frequency since 1979, exposing millions of people to dangerously hot and humid conditions.