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Severe storms and tornado outbreaks continue across the central United States
A destructive storm system stretching from Texas to the Great Lakes has produced more than two dozen tornado reports, baseball-sized hail, and damaging winds. The same system is also contributing to wildfire threats farther west, highlighting how one weather pattern can drive multiple hazards at once.
China hosts an unusual marathon atop the Great Wall
CNN10 highlighted a marathon run on China’s Great Wall, turning one of the world’s most famous historic sites into a high-profile sports venue. The event stands out as a blend of athletic endurance, tourism, and cultural spectacle.
Paleontologists in Utah keep uncovering dinosaur fossils
Researchers in Utah are still piecing together ancient history from newly uncovered fossil material, despite the region already being known for rich dinosaur finds. The report from CNN10 shows museum staff and paleontologists working bone by bone to reconstruct past ecosystems.
Arctic researchers publish a new disaster-risk reduction series
The Arctic Institute launched a 2026 series on Polar Disaster Risk Reduction and Response, focusing on the challenges faced in both the Arctic and Antarctic. The series emphasizes practical knowledge, adaptation, and response strategies for increasingly complex polar hazards.
Scientists revise global warming outlook, drawing political backlash
Recent revisions to scientific projections of global warming have become a political flashpoint after Donald Trump criticized the changes. Reporting cited by Now.Solar and the Las Vegas Sun says the controversy stems from how the revisions are being interpreted and presented.
Solar power remains a fast-moving area of innovation and policy debate
Multiple current stories point to continued momentum in solar energy, from new pricing concerns to breakthroughs in panel performance and expanded installations. The day’s coverage includes work on 24/7 solar power, higher-efficiency perovskite cells, and new commercial and county-scale projects.
Concerns grow over solar-panel fires in France
Among the latest solar-related reports is a story examining why fires have been occurring across France in systems using solar panels. The issue underscores that scaling clean energy also requires attention to safety, maintenance, and standards.
North Carolina students use solar panels to support food access
A local U.S. report highlighted UNC students using solar panels to help feed children, showing how solar projects can support social as well as environmental goals. This reflects the broader trend of renewable energy being tied to community service and practical benefits.
New science communication research examines who gets amplified
The SciCommer roundup highlights an article on how science media may amplify male scientists’ voices over women’s. That finding adds to ongoing discussion about representation, visibility, and equity in science communication.
Science misinformation around hantavirus remains a concern
The SciCommer’s latest roundup also points to an EDMO piece on hantavirus-related disinformation. The item suggests that public-health communication remains vulnerable to misleading narratives, especially around emerging or poorly understood threats.