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Permafrost Thaw May Be Counterbalanced by Natural Rock Weathering

Scientists have discovered that when permafrost thaws, it can stimulate a natural geological process—rock weathering—that absorbs carbon dioxide from the atmosphere. In certain regions, the carbon uptake from this weathering was strong enough to fully offset, or even exceed, the greenhouse gas emissions released by rivers. This finding

Cold Origins: New Study Suggests Early Primates Evolved in North American Arid Regions

A new research paper published by scientists at the University of Colorado challenges the conventional view that the earliest primates evolved in tropical forests. The study, based on fossil evidence and climate modeling, argues that the first primates likely originated in the cold, dry regions of North America, where they

Australian Native Bees Face Climate Threat as Heat Escapes Narrow

Stem-Nesting Bees Lack Cooling Options A comprehensive study of Australian native bees has identified which species are most at risk from climate change—and the findings are concerning for certain groups. Researchers discovered that stem-nesting bees, which lay their eggs in hollow plant stalks rather than underground, face the greatest

NASA Confirms El Niño Conditions Are Now Underway

NASA satellite observations have confirmed that El Niño conditions are now underway. According to data from the space agency, sea surface height measurements indicate the 2026 El Niño event continued to strengthen in early June. El Niño is a natural climate pattern characterized by warmer-than-average sea surface temperatures in the

AI Is Becoming a Key Driver of Geothermal Energy Development

Artificial intelligence is finding new applications in the energy sector, with geothermal power emerging as a notable beneficiary of AI-driven innovation. Geothermal energy, which harnesses heat stored beneath the Earth's surface, has traditionally faced challenges in site identification and resource assessment. AI and machine learning algorithms are now

What a Potential 'Super El Niño' Could Mean for Global Weather

What Is a Super El Niño? El Niño is a natural climate pattern characterized by warmer-than-average sea surface temperatures in the central and eastern tropical Pacific Ocean. While standard El Niño events occur every few years and bring regional weather changes, a "Super El Niño" refers to an

Pope Leo Sets AI Parameters with Focus on Earth Safeguarding

Pope Leo has established ethical parameters for artificial intelligence development that explicitly include safeguarding the Earth as a core principle. The guidance, consistent with Vatican positions under previous pontificates, frames AI governance within a broader ethical context that balances technological advancement with environmental responsibility. The approach reflects an ongoing effort