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Climate & Extreme Weather

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After Hurricanes, El Yunque Rainforest Center Reopens With New Focus

Apr 17, 2026 Maya Collins

Puerto Rico’s El Yunque National Forest has opened a rebuilt visitor center years after two major hurricanes, unveiling new spaces and an arts festival.

Climate Denial Conference Brings Fight Over Science to Washington

Apr 10, 2026 John Smith

A climate denial gathering in Washington highlights a widening clash over climate science, speech rules, and how governments handle false claims.

What the New York Extradition of a Climate Hacking Suspect Signals

Apr 7, 2026 Noah Bennett

A suspected hacker accused of targeting climate activists has been extradited to New York. Here’s what is known so far and why the case matters.

Inside the Climate Law ‘Battle Royale’ Over Affordability Politics

Apr 2, 2026 Daniel Reed

Democrats’ new focus on affordability is colliding with U.S. climate law, setting up a high‑stakes clash over how far existing policies can go.

Vermont Defends ‘Climate Superfund’ Law Against Trump Challenge

Mar 31, 2026 Emma Carter

Vermont is pushing back after Donald Trump moved to block its new 'climate superfund' law, which seeks payments from major fuel companies for climate damage.

How Democrats’ Affordability Pivot Sets Up a Climate Law ‘Battle Royale’

Mar 30, 2026 Owen Foster

Democrats’ new focus on affordability is colliding with U.S. climate law, setting up a high‑stakes fight over which measures get delayed, softened, or protected.

UK Regulator Ofcom to Probe Complaints Over Climate Change Denial

Mar 29, 2026 John Smith

Broadcast regulator Ofcom has opened an investigation into complaints about climate change denial, testing UK rules on accuracy and harmful misinformation.

Study links US emissions to $10tn in global climate damage since 1990

Mar 28, 2026 Lucas Morris

New research estimates US-driven warming has caused $10 trillion in worldwide economic losses since 1990, sharpening debates over climate responsibility.

UK Regulator Ofcom to Probe Complaints Over Climate Change Denial (March 27 Report)

Mar 27, 2026 Daniel Reed

Media watchdog Ofcom has opened an investigation into complaints about climate change denial in UK broadcasting, testing rules on due accuracy.

Maryland’s Top Court Blocks Local Climate Lawsuits Against Oil Firms

Mar 27, 2026 Emma Carter

Maryland’s Supreme Court has rejected a major climate lawsuit by local governments against oil companies, reshaping a key legal strategy in the state.