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May 22, 2023

German government denies that it pushed to weaken commitment to phase out natural gas

Germany has been accused of pushing to weaken the country's commitments towards phasing out natural gas. The country's government declined the criticism.

May 20, 2023

Are you a mosquito magnet? It might be for one unpleasant reason

A new study by a team at Johns Hopkins University in Baltimore published in the journal Cell Biology has found that mosquitoes are attracted to those with body odor. Here's what to know.

May 19, 2023

Mexican volcano known as 'El Popo' rumbles canceling schools in area, 22 million at risk

"El Popo," a volcano in Popocatepetl, Mexico, rumbled this week. Scientists have been watching the volcano's every move. It is a threat to 22 million people.

May 19, 2023

Federal judge unlikely to shut down oil pipeline project in Wisconsin despite complaints from Native Americans

The northern Wisconsin oil pipeline project that Native Americans complained about is unlikely to be shut down, according to a federal judge.

May 19, 2023

Alabama legislators advance anti-ESG investment bill

Lawmakers in the Alabama Senate have advanced legislation that would restrict the state from working with companies that boycott fossil fuel and firearm industries.

May 19, 2023

Endangered species in the US: Fast facts about creatures at risk of going extinct

In honor of National Endangered Species Day, take a look at some of the creatures that can be found in the U.S., both on land and sea, and learn some interesting facts along the way.

May 19, 2023

Wisconsin conservatives vote to set aside $125 million to combat PFAS pollution

Conservatives in Wisconsin are attempting to combat pollution from PFAS chemicals. The lawmakers are setting aside $125 million to combat the pollution from the forever chemicals.

May 18, 2023

US greenlights multibillion-dollar transmission line for renewable energy in Western states

The U.S. givernment approved a multibillion-dollar transmission line that will send wind-generated electricity from the rural plains of New Mexico to big cities in the West.

May 18, 2023

Midwestern states offer suicide prevention training to clergy as farmer’s continue to struggle with depression

Midwestern states such as South Dakota and Minnesota are offering suicide prevention training for clergy. This comes as farmers in the area continue to struggle with mental health.

May 18, 2023

Criminal cases over killing eagles decline as wind energy dangers increase: report

A new report found that criminal cases from officials over killing or harming bald and golden eagles have fallen. The AP cited data from the Fish and Wildlife Service.