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Atlantic Ocean Currents Weakening, Near Verge of Collapse, Study Says
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The Atlantic Meridional Overturning Circulation, or AMOC, plays an essential role in regulating ocean temperatures, but it looks as if it may be collapsing. What happens next?
The Polar Regions of Earth: Our Planet's Complementary AC Units
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The polar regions of Earth are the areas surrounding the North and South Poles, where extreme cold, sea ice and unique ecosystems shape life at the edges of the planet.
NOAA's Argo Program Has Been Observing the Oceans for Two Decades
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NOAA's Argo program distributes floating observatories across the globe. Why? They collect data about the world's oceans that is critical to understanding the planet.
Emergence of Hunger Stones Signals Worst European Drought in 500 Years
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Hunger stones in European rivers mark droughts that lead to famines. What does their reappearance now mean for the health of the European economy?
The Coldest State in the U.S. Is Below Freezing on Average
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The United States has a wide range of climate zones, from the subtropical to the arctic. On the low end of the thermometer, there are plenty of options for a deep winter chill. Here, we look at a couple different ways to determine the coldest state in the U.S. — and by both definitions, there's one winner.
Ultimate Guide to Tasmanian Wine Regions
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The Tasmanian wine region is among Australia's best. Learn all about the Tasmanian wine region at HowStuffWorks.
Is Greenland Part of North America? Geologically, Yes
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Greenland is one of the most unique places on Earth, and it often sparks a big geographical question: Is Greenland part of North America?
Why don't water towers freeze solid in the winter?
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Does a water tower freeze in the winter? Learn about water towers in this article.
The Coldest Country in the World Is Below Freezing, on Average
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Over our long history, humans have managed to thrive in a wide range of climates, from the very hot to the very cold. The modern world is different in many ways from the ancient, but we still live pretty much all over, in places that are sweltering and places that are absolutely frigid.
Lawns to Legumes: Minnesota Pays Homeowners to Plant 'Bee Lawns'
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The rusty patched bumblebee (Bombus affinis) is on the verge of extinction and the state of Minnesota is doing something about it.