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Arctic ice is melting fast, as summer 2012 begins
In 2007, we saw the smallest summertime Arctic ice extent since record keeping began. As summer 2012 begins, ice is melting faster now than at this same time in 2007.
June 20, 2012
NASA video excerpt chosen as best in computer graphics
Great visualizations of what happens when the sun sends a powerful CME our way - and of Earth's ocean circulation.
June 19, 2012
May 2012 second-warmest on record
It was a warm Northern Hemisphere spring, overall, according to the State of the Climate Global Analysis from NOAA and the National Climatic Data Center of May 2012.
June 19, 2012
Seven critical issues need attention at Rio+20, officials say
Officials preparing for Rio+20 have identified seven critical issues to ensuring global sustainability: jobs, energy, cities, food, water, oceans and disaster readiness.
June 19, 2012
Global fire risk is increasing
North America and most of Europe could see a global fire risk by century's end. But fire activity could decrease around equator, because of increased rainfall.
June 17, 2012
Noctilucent or night shining cloud season begins for 2012
The brief season for night shining noctilucent clouds has arrived, NASA says. A photographer spotted these a few days ago.
June 16, 2012
Carlotta weakened as made landfall on Mexico’s coast
At least two children are reported to have died after Carlotta destroyed a clay house Friday night in Pluma Hidalgo.
June 16, 2012
Hurricane Carlotta threatens Mexico
Hurricane Carlotta is getting closer to the Pacific coast of Mexico and is gaining strength. All residents should be weather ready for this intensifying storm.
June 15, 2012
How big is Africa, really?
You thought you knew how big Africa was. But, chances are, you didn't know. So how big is Africa?
June 14, 2012
Cannibal lemur is all ew and no aw
Lemurs eating lemurs. Is it a cannibal lemur? Is this normal?
June 13, 2012
