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Science
'Something new for farmers': Corteva Agriscience researching 'reduced stature corn'
Climate Science
Towering cornstalks in Iowa could soon be replaced by newly developed 'short corn'
The short corn developed by Bayer Crop Science is being tested on about 30,000 acres in the Midwest.
Nation World
New color-coded heat risk tool adds a level higher than red
Last year was the hottest year on record globally.
Environment
Climate activism on Earth Day in Iowa
"Everybody's sacred scriptures are so rooted in love of the earth, the planet," said Deaconess Irene DeMaris.
Weather
It's official: Winter 2023-2024 was the warmest on record for Des Moines
Despite a brief cold snap in January, unusual warmth in December and February were enough to boost winter's average temperature to the top spot.
Nation World
Doomsday Clock remains set to 90 seconds to midnight
The Doomsday Clock, a symbolic countdown to human extinction established in 1947, remains at 90 seconds to midnight for the second year in a row.
In The News
In the News Now | Top climate events of 2023
A special In the News Now takes a look back at some of the top climate events in 2023.
Nation World
Cancellations of offshore wind projects jeopardize Biden's clean energy goals
The cancellation of two large offshore wind projects in New Jersey is the latest in a series of setbacks for the nascent U.S. offshore wind industry.
Nation World
Surfs up takes on new meaning as California waves get bigger as Earth warms, research finds
Bromirski's research shows average winter wave heights have grown by as much as a foot since 1970, when global warming is believed to have started accelerating.
Nation World
Rare fungus has been spreading across US in recent years. Scientists say climate change could be driving its rise.
Candida auris is a globally emerging public health threat that can cause severe illness, including bloodstream, wound and respiratory infections.
Nation World
Scientists warn of higher temperatures, extreme weather events heading into El Niño phase
The mercury has since dipped again, but experts say the short surge marked a new global heat record for June and indicates more extremes ahead.
Environment
Earth Day: The importance of protecting the environment
Earth Day is a time to learn more about the importance of protecting the environment. From ways you can help to what you need to know about climate change.
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