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October 5, 2023 12:55 PM

The communities experimenting with how to be more resilient to a changing climate

Here are just a few of the ways communities across the country are adapting to be more resilient to the demands of a changing climate.

by The NPR Network

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October 5, 2023 11:56 AM

Biden's dog Commander has left the White House

The Bidens are trying to “work through solutions,” a spokesperson said, after Commander bit a series of Secret Service agents. In the meantime, the German shepherd is staying somewhere else.

by Tamara Keith

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October 5, 2023 5:53 AM

New technology uses good old-fashioned wind to power giant cargo vessels

Cargo ships equipped with massive rigid sails called WindWings could save a substantial amount of fuel, considering how much of the world's goods are transported by sea.

by Scott Neuman

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October 5, 2023 2:45 AM

Earth is on track for its hottest year yet, according to a European climate agency

The report from the Copernicus Climate Change Service also noted that Earth set a new mark for how far above normal temperatures reached in September.

by The Associated Press

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October 4, 2023 1:44 PM

Scientists looked at nearly every known amphibian type. They're not doing great.

A new global assessment of the world's amphibians finds that more than 2 of every 5 known species is at risk of extinction. Habitat loss, disease and climate change are the main drivers.

by Nathan Rott

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October 4, 2023 5:24 AM

Any job can be a climate solutions job: Ask this teacher, electrician or beauty CEO

Some "climate jobs" are obvious. Others, not so much. So we talked to three people whose jobs address climate change in unexpected ways.

by A Martínez, Ally Schweitzer, Lisa Weiner and Arielle Retting

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October 3, 2023 11:33 AM

6 big purchases that can save energy, money at home

To live a more climate friendly life, invest in home appliances and vehicles that run on electricity, not fossil fuels, say sustainability experts. Here are a few energy-saving solutions to consider.

by Jeff Brady

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October 3, 2023 8:34 AM

Some Minnesota libraries offer users chance to check out the great outdoors

Local libraries offer the chance to check out new books, DVDs, video games and more. However, for the past two years, some libraries across Minnesota also offer the chance to explore the outdoors with free state park passes.

by Regina Medina

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October 3, 2023 5:33 AM

Panda Diplomacy: The departure of DC's beloved pandas may signal a wider Chinese pullback

The National Zoo’s three giant pandas are set to return to China in early December with no public signs that the 50-year old exchange agreement struck by former President Richard Nixon will continue.

by The Associated Press