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Ted Turner says Obama should have put energy first

Media mogul offers to lobby at no charge in support of wind power.




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Why climate policy is stuck in neutral

An economist and an ambassador to a petroleum-rich country talk about the current state of climate policy in the United States.




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Why Obama is losing environmentalists

The White House is taking a political risk: Spurn environmentalists enough times, and they might return the favor.




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Climate conspiracy hoax revealed!

As GOP presidential hopefuls sound the alarm on the global warming hoax, we've uncovered the smoking gun: irrefutable proof, backed by flawless logic, that clim



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Leaked report confirms climate change and extreme weather connection

A new IPCC report is about to come out that proves what we all know already -- there is most definitely a connection between climate change and extreme weather.



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If beating climate change is the goal, does motivation matter?

Worried about input costs, beer titan Molson Coors went green mainly to save green. If the end result - less waste - is to the planet's benefit, why should we c



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Inhofe launches wacky 'Climate Hoax' book despite severe climate impacts in Oklahoma

Sen. James Inhofe is trying to set himself up as a 'climate hoax' expert, but he lacks even the basic facts about climate change in his own state of Oklahoma.




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Obama, Romney answer science questions

While they declined a televised science debate, the candidates did provide written answers to 14 questions from the country's top scientists.




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Obama-Romney debates end 20-year streak

For the first time in two decades, a U.S. presidential debate season has passed without any candidate or moderator mentioning climate change.




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Michael Bloomberg endorses Barack Obama, 'a president to lead on climate change'

NYC Mayor Michael Bloomberg's surprise endorsement of Obama follows the devastating effect of Hurricane Sandy on New York City and the Northeast.




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3 ways Obama's win affects the environment

Despite his recent silence on climate change, there's reason to believe Obama might focus more intently on environmental issues during his second term.




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Tread carefully in linking extreme weather to the climate crisis

Environmental scientist Amy Luers warns that a cultural shift to our approach to emissions and climate mitigation requires a broad, long-term view. Tying the is



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Poll reveals more Americans believe in climate change

The percentage of Americans who believe the climate is changing has grown, and 64% of Americans favor regulations to reduce greenhouse gas emissions.



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State of the Union: Obama urges action on climate change

President Barack Obama took a strong stance on fighting climate change, "for the sake of our children and our future."




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Climate guru James Hansen to leave NASA

After 46 years at the space agency, one of America's most famous climate scientists will now focus on rallying support for the fight against climate change.



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108 ski areas sign declaration calling for action on climate change

Fearful of late summers and early springs trimming their seasons, ski areas all over the United States are calling for action on climate change policy.



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Obama to announce bold action on climate -- but is that enough?

Global warming will march on regardless, argues writer Sami Grover. Maybe it's time to get more ambitious in our response.



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Obama to announce global warming plan today

President Barack Obama will announce a comprehensive plan to reduce greenhouse gas emissions in a highly anticipated speech today.




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Obama unveils new U.S. climate change plan

Arguing that 'Americans are already paying the price of inaction,' Obama unveiled an unprecedented national climate strategy in a sweltering speech Tuesday.



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New map identifies ecosystems most vulnerable to climate change

Southern Asia, western Europe and southern Australia are among the areas at most risk.



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Ford using Big Data to fight climate change

Crunching the numbers yields dividends, like a calculator that can measure the green score of electric cars anywhere in the country.




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John Kerry: Climate change is a 'fearsome weapon of mass destruction'

In a speech in Indonesia, Secretary of State John Kerry also derided "head in the sand" climate change deniers.



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Why fixing climate change may turn out to be a bargain

If things like saved lives and prevented illnesses have a dollar value, efforts to stabilize the climate might pay for themselves, two studies find.



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Climate change jokes brings levity to NRDC fundraiser

Environmental org's 'Night of Comedy' brings laughter amidst a changing political landscape and growing concern over the impact of climate change.



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U.S. and China reach historic deal on climate change

In a surprise announcement, Earth's two largest economies revealed a game-changing agreement to cut carbon emissions.



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Why the Paris climate talks might actually work

The U.N. summit is going on despite recent terrorist attacks, and it does so with diplomatic momentum as well as a renewed sense of global solidarity.



  • Climate & Weather

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4 things to know about the Paris climate deal

The new U.N. climate agreement is being called 'a monumental triumph' and 'a turning point for the world.' Here are a few key points to keep in mind.



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More scientists may be on the ballot in 2018

A political action committee aims to connect the STEM community with the resources to run a successful campaign for political office.




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Diabetes drug may help prevent breast cancer

New research finds that a relativity cheap and safe diabetes medication may help prevent breast cancer.



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Phthalates in nail polish, hair spray may increase diabetes risk

A group of chemicals found in personal care products may raise the risk of diabetes, a new study suggests.



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Study: Weight training may reduce diabetes risk in men

Combining regular weight training with aerobics may reduce risk of type 2 diabetes by up to 59%, researchers find.



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Common virus may lead to Type 2 diabetes

Scientists find that adults infected with a common strain of the herpes virus are more likely to develop Type 2 diabetes than those free of the virus.



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Diabetes drug may help ovarian cancer patients

Metformin, an inexpensive and common diabetes drug, may fight ovarian cancer, according to a new study.



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Healthy diet doesn't matter past 75, study says

For people over 75, a diet high in sugar and fat doesn’t have much of a negative health impact.




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A daily can of soda may raise diabetes risk

Drinking just one 12-ounce soda a day may increase the risk of Type 2 diabetes.




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Walking after dinner may reduce diabetes risk

New study finds that short, brisk walks after dinner may be more effective than other forms of exercise at preventing diabetes.



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Gold: The ultimate incentive to lose weight

Government officials in Dubai give new meaning to the phrase worth your weight in gold.



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'Thor' star Chris Hemsworth on crash diet for shipwreck drama

Actor says he's currently subsisting on a meager 500 calories per day for Ron Howard's new film 'In the Heart of the Sea'



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Lifting weights may reduce diabetes risk

New study finds that pumping iron can cut a woman's risk of developing Type 2 diabetes by up to one-third.



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Kids' poor breakfast habits may lead to adult metabolic syndrome, study says

Researchers in Sweden found that children who skipped breakfast regularly had a significant increase in symptoms of metabolic syndrome as adults.




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Eating yogurt may reduce diabetes risk

New research shows that replacing unhealthy foods with a serving of low-fat yogurt can significantly lessen a person's risk of developing Type 2 diabetes.




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High dose statins may increase diabetes risk

Study participants on higher doses of statins were 15 percent more likely to develop diabetes than those on lower doses.



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Diabetes medications may sometimes do more harm than good

New study may help doctors and patients find a better balance between diabetes control and quality of life.



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Diabetes medication may help prevent Alzheimer's

New German study finds that people taking this type of generic diabetes medication were less likely to develop diabetes.



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Prediabetes may raise cancer risk

Researchers find a strong association between elevated blood glucose levels and certain types of cancer.



  • Fitness & Well-Being

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Mark Zuckerberg and other tech billionaires create $3 million mathematics prize

Funding for the newest Breakthrough Prize is announced as the awards for life sciences and physics are given at a California ceremony.



  • Research & Innovations

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How social media can make you look smart

If Google is making users stupid, then social networks like Facebook may be making people seem smart without actually being so.




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Mark Zuckerberg tops list of most generous Americans with nearly $1 billion gift

With a donation of $970 million, the Facebook co-founder has become the country's top philanthropist for 2013.




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Was Facebook's manipulation of news feeds ethical?

Many of the social media network's users were outraged to learn they could've been unwitting participants in the study.




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Mark Zuckerberg antagonizes neighbors with nonstop home renovation

If there was an 'unlike' button for renovation projects, the 30-year-old social media tycoon would have earned himself more than a few thumbs down.



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