Hell on Earth: California’s Heatwave Breaks Records and Costs Surge

While the state is facing record-melting heatwaves, State Farm wants to increase insurance rates, which would “affect millions of California consumers” Death Valley’s Deadly Heat  If weather forecasters are to be believed, this weekend could see Eastern California’s Death Valley either tie or shatter a heatwave record.  This comes after the National Weather Service’s Chris Outler reports that Death Valley …

Volatile Volcano Spews Ashes and Gas as Tensions Rise in Nicaragua

Nicaragua might be facing a high risk of a volcanic eruption as space photographs reveal unsettling activity.  The Volcanic Activity at a Glimpse While it wasn’t an eruption, the Nicaragua Stratvolcano has shown to cause concerns due to its most recent bursts of CO2 gas and other dangerous gases. Activity of this nature after so many years is causing fears.  …

Pay Up: New Yorkers Demand Governor Hochul Hold Corporations to Account For Pollution

  Extreme Weather Continues in New York State New Yorkers have sweated through extreme heat and been battered by tornadoes and flooding across the state in the last month. Calling on the Governor Now, many residents, advocates, and public officials are calling on Gov. Kathy Hochul to take action against these extreme weather events, by signing a climate change bill …

New Jersey and Delaware Battle Extreme Flooding, Debby Expected to Bring More

States like New Jersey and Delaware are under coastal flood advisories as a large storm passes through the region. Residents fear that the worst is yet to come. Officials Issue Safety Warnings Due to Flooding With one New Jersey city partially under water already, emergency response teams are urging residents to stay off the roads and wait out the severe …

NY Governor’s Last-Minute Decision Sparks Transit Disaster

New York is facing a crisis that could affect everyone that lives in the city. Here are the details.  MTA’s Financial Crisis Looms New York’s Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA) could be on the brink of ruin. A $16.5 billion budget shortfall has left the city’s public transit system in chaos, and New Yorkers in limbo.  Congestion Pricing Plan Derailed This …

Olympics on Thin Ice: Climate Change Threatens the Future of Sports Events

Climate change and rising temperatures may well affect every facet of our lives – and according to the International Olympic Committee president, the Summer Olympic Games are no exception. Olympic Changes The international Olympic Games have changed rapidly in the last few decades, and this year’s Paris Olympics has only made those changes more stark, as controversy and speculation swirl …

Hot Air: 21 Climate Claims Politicians Actually Made

Climate change debates often get clouded by sensational claims from politicians. Let’s critically examine some of the most outrageous statements, supported by facts, to understand the real stakes. 1. “Global Warming is a Hoax” by Donald Trump Donald Trump called global warming a “hoax” crafted by China to hinder U.S. manufacturing. This contradicts the global scientific consensus affirming climate change’s …

Closures Hit Hard: Walgreens to Cut 700 Locations as Inflation Bites

Walgreens is one of the latest companies to be struck down by the challenges of inflation. American families and company owners are all facing a similar fate. Here’s what happened.  Closing Doors To Survive  The spokesperson for Walgreens has announced the company’s plan to close almost 700 branches throughout the country because of inflation costs.  Underperforming Dangers  There are a …

California Struggles: Newsom’s $16 Billion Budget Cuts and Wage Hike Delay Hit Hard

Californian’s wallets could soon feel the pinch across the state, as Governor Gavin Newsom’s new budget has had a frosty welcome. Here are the full details. California’s Financial Crisis California’s financial situation has turned dire, and it’s forced Governor Gavin Newsom and Democratic lawmakers to make some drastic decisions.  Drastic Measures They’ve slashed $16 billion from the budget, declared a …