New York becomes first US state to ban gas in new buildings

New York has become the first US state to pass a law banning gas stoves and…

Dark Energy Camera captures the glowing remains of the first documented supernova

The image of the tattered shell of the first recorded supernova was captured by the U.S.…

Scientists find link between photosynthesis and 'fifth state of matter'

Inside a lab, scientists marvel at a strange state that forms when they cool down atoms…

As rising seas disrupt toxic sites, study finds communities of color are at most risk

As rising seas threaten to flood hundreds of toxic sites along the California coast, the risk…

Defuse anger in the workplace with humor, expert says

Whether it is pressing deadlines, overwork, or employees feeling they are not being supported, anger in…

Evaluating climate reasoning, prior beliefs and partisanship

A popular explanation for climate denialism is that humans will adopt beliefs that accord with their…

Indo-Pacific corals found to be more resilient to climate change than Atlantic corals

In the face of global warming and other environmental changes, corals in the Atlantic Ocean have…

47% of South Africans rely on social grants: Study reveals how they use them to generate more income

South Africa has one of the world’s most expansive social grant system: 47% of the population…

Thirsty tomatoes emit ultrasonic sounds—and other plants may be listening

Plants may appear silent, indifferent organisms to us, but recent research has found they make high-pitched…

The history and future of Australia's botanic gardens

Can we justify maintaining water-hungry botanic gardens in an age of climate change and rising water…