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Africa Braces for strongest El Niño since 1950 – heat, drought and floods loom

Reduced rainfall and higher temperatures in Southern Africa could damage crops and livestock. Africa faces a season of extreme heat, drought and flooding as forecasts show an unusually strong El Niño developing in the Pacific Ocean, with scientists warning …

Plans OK’d for country’s biggest kelp farm

California has long been farm country, and its oceans soon could be, too. State coastal officials voted Wednesday to allow a plan to build the United States' largest kelp farm 6 miles (10 kilometers) off the Southern California coast to move forward as …

2026 was the hottest US summer ever, NOAA says. How hot was Indiana?

Sept. 10, 2026, 10:19 a.m. ET If you complained about Indiana's summer heat this year, you're not alone. High temperatures across the country created the warmest summer on record in the United States, scientists from the National Oceanic and …

NOAA selects Mississippi State to host new Northern Gulf research institute with up to $100 million in funding

Contact: James Carskadon STARKVILLE, Miss.—The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration has selected Mississippi State University to host its new Cooperative Institute in the Northern Gulf of America, an award valued at up to $100 million over five …

Ocean warming threatens global economy: fishing, tourism, and energy affected by record temperatures since 1993

The warming of the oceans is reaching worrying levels, leading to serious environmental and economic repercussions globally. Experts warn about the devastating effects of this trend, which goes beyond being a simple ecological problem. According to Tom …

Is Nevada in for a wet, wild winter? Climatologists weigh in on ‘super El Niño’ forecast

Skiers and snowboarders barely had time to recover from last year’s abysmal season when ski resorts started touting this winter’s “super El Niño.” “With a super El Niño in the forecast for this winter … now is the time to save on your Power Pass and a …

El Niño is coming: Here's how to protect your home roof

IMPERIAL BEACH (KGTV) — A stronger-than-expected El Niño season is on the way, and experts say homeowners need to act now to protect one of their biggest investments: their roof. The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration and the National Weather …

California's August was the hottest on record, NOAA reports

Climate analysts announced Wednesday that August marked the hottest month ever recorded in California and across the world. A report from climate organizations found global temperatures in August reached 1.65 degrees Celsius higher than levels since before …

Corals as climate archive: Are El Niños intensifying?

A storm is gathering. Most likely a very big one. El Niño is a natural climate phenomenon occurring every two to seven years, towards the end of the year, but it comes in various different strengths, depending on the prevailing conditions. El Niños are …

Why NOAA sends Hurricane Hunters planes directly into the storms

Flying straight into a hurricane sounds reckless. But for NOAA’s Hurricane Hunters it’s less about the thrill and more about tracking the storm. The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration’s Hurricane Hunters — planes based in Lakeland, Fla. — are …

NOAA issues weather outlook through December. See NC predictions

Sept. 8, 2026, 11:52 a.m. ET The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) has released its long-range forecast for October through December. NOAA predicts equal chances of above and below normal temperatures for much of North Carolina this …

US agency: August 2026 was warmest month in history

September 11, 2026 | 5:14 PM0 Shafaqna English- August 2026 was the warmest globally since records began in 1850, according to a new report by the US National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA). August eclipsed the previous tied records of 2023 …

Hottest In 125,000 Years? The Staggering Science Behind The Summer Heatwave

If you felt this summer was especially brutal, the data proves you were right. According to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), the continental United States just endured its hottest summer on record, averaging three degrees …

2026 was the hottest US summer ever, NOAA says. How hot was Kentucky?

Sept. 10, 2026, 10:55 a.m. ET The Commonwealth was uncommonly hot this year, a trend in Kentucky that mirrored nearly every U.S. state. High temperatures across the country created the warmest summer on record in the United States, scientists from the …

Fall 2026 weather for Western NC could be a wet one. Check NOAA predictions      

Flash Flood Watch in effect for most of Sunday for Spokane wildfire burn scar areas

Heavy rain is expected in the early hours for Spokane County, and the Inland Northwest. A Flash Flood Watch has been called by NOAA for the burn scar areas around Spokane from 2 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sunday. From the National Weather Service -  Moderate to heavy …

The U.S. just had its hottest summer on record, NOAA says

The United States just experienced its hottest summer on record, officials said, after several months of high temperatures and expanding drought across the country. According to a new report from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, …

Scientists are tracking a massive algae bloom moving through the Chesapeake Bay

The first detection happened in the Lafayette River near the Norfolk Yacht & Country Club in July. Researchers at Old Dominion University sample water in the area several times a week during the summer, when algae blooms are most likely to develop, …

Morning Briefing: Sept. 12, 2026

Here's a rundown of all the news you need to start your Saturday, including Houthi fighters seizing control of the Bab al-Mandab Strait after seizing Perim Island and the city of Dhubab in western Yemen; Iran saying Oman will host a regional meeting to …

LIFE Commemorates 9/11 by Honoring the Humanitarian Spirit of Service, Sacrifice, and Unity

SOUTHFIELD, MI, UNITED STATES, September 12, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- On the 25th anniversary of the September 11, 2001 attacks, LIFE for Relief and Development (LIFE) joins communities across the United States and around the world in …

New Digital Prayer Initiatives Connect Individuals Seeking Spiritual Support

Faith-based digital networks offer 24/7 prayer request submission and intercessory support, connecting individuals globally. WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, September 12, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- As digital connectivity continues to shape modern life …

Burn Pits 360 Announces Full 2026 Gala of Valor Honoree Slate, Ticket Promotion in Honor of Hispanic Heritage Month

Reps. Juan Ciscomani and Chris Pappas to be recognized for the AIR CARE for Vets Act SAN ANTONIO, TX, UNITED STATES, September 11, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Burn Pits 360 today announced the full slate of honorees for the 2026 Gala of Valor, …

IAPMO’s Dain Hansen Appointed to U.S. Government Industry Trade Advisory Committee

ONTARIO, CA, UNITED STATES, September 11, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- IAPMO® today announced that Dain Hansen, executive vice president of Government Relations, has been appointed by the U.S. Trade Representative and U.S. Secretary of Commerce to …

Department of the Interior hosts Forum on Native Languages and Education

Tribal leaders, educators and students share successes of language revitalization programs. WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, September 11, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Tribal leaders, school administrators, language teachers and students from across …

Marking The 25th Anniversary Of 9/11 – Research Added To The MEMRI 9/11 Documentation Project In 2026

WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, September 11, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- In the twenty-five years since the September 11, 2001 attacks, the Middle East Media Research Institute (MEMRI) has been monitoring, translating, and documenting content …

The Breast Cancer Drug that Improved 2.7 Million Women’s Lives: Latest from Stand Up for Science's 'Traces Thursday'

Weekly series explores case studies in scientific patience and why basic science funding can’t wait. WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, September 11, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Stand Up for Science has released part three of “Traces Thursday,” a …

COA Warns Proposed 2027 Medicare Physician Fee Schedule Could Further Destabilize Independent Cancer Care

Extensive COA Comments Call on Congress to Permanently Fix Physician Payment and Urge CMS to Rethink Proposed Cuts WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, September 11, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Community Oncology Alliance (COA) has submitted …

KlaymanToskes Commemorates the 25th Anniversary of September 11

Reflecting on New York, the Resilience of America’s Financial Markets, and a Nation Forever Changed NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, September 11, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- On the 25th anniversary of the September 11, 2001 terrorist attacks, …

AMMWEC National Coalition Against Antisemitism & Hate Extends Rosh Hashanah Greetings to Jewish Communities

WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, September 11, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The AMMWEC National Coalition Against Antisemitism & Hate extends its warmest wishes for a happy Rosh Hashanah to Jewish people in the United States, Israel and …

Fukuyama Tells Cast from Clay Populism Is a Listening Failure

DURHAM STREET, UNITED KINGDOM, September 11, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- In a Policy Unstuck interview, Francis Fukuyama says western populations take liberalism for granted, bury government in rules, and that educated people are not very good at …

Ausable Funds Honors the Victims of the 9/11 Attacks

Veteran-owned firm celebrates the lives of those lost 25 years ago NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, September 11, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Ausable Funds International, LLC (“Ausable Funds”), a newly formed mutual fund company owned and managed by …

FEDCON Commemorates the 25th Anniversary of 9/11 Honoring the Resilience of the American Spirit

FEDCON, a federal contracting consulting firm, marks the 25th anniversary of the September 11 attacks today, honoring the memory of the lives lost TAMPA, FL, UNITED STATES, September 11, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- FEDCON, a federal contracting …

The Suspension of the Maritime Corridor Creates Broader Risks for Ukraine’s Economy Than a Decline in Exports

KYIV, UKRAINE, September 11, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The suspension of the maritime corridor means not only a loss of $2.7–3.3 billion in export revenues in the second half of 2026. By autumn, the shortage of storage capacity could reach 7–11 …

AMMWEC Marks 25th Anniversary of 9/11 by Standing with Victims' Families, Rejecting Extremism

NEW YORK CITY, NY, UNITED STATES, September 11, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- On the 25th anniversary of the September 11 terrorist attacks, the American Muslim & Multifaith Women’s Empowerment Council (AMMWEC) is honoring the nearly 3,000 …

374Water Unveils Strategy to Scale AirSCWO into a Global Waste Destruction Platform

Company targets recurring Waste Destruction Services revenue, regional biosolids infrastructure and global expansion through licensing & strategic partnerships 374Water Inc. (NASDAQ:SCWO) MORRISVILLE, NC, UNITED STATES, September 10, 2026 /⁨ …

FLEOA Strengthens International Law Enforcement Partnerships at 2026 ICPRA Conference

WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, September 10, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Federal Law Enforcement Officers Association (FLEOA) continued its commitment to strengthening the voice of federal law enforcement at home and abroad through its …

Rivas & Associates Takes Immigration Cases to Federal Court Over Agency Delays, Detention, and Decisions

Rivas & Associates, a national immigration law firm, spotlights their use of federal litigation strategy to demand answers for immigrant families. TULSA, OK, UNITED STATES, September 10, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Rivas & Associates, a national …

United Against Fentanyl Coordinates Hundreds of Families From 40 States to Washington for Hill Day and Walk For Lives

Weekend to bring together families, advocates, policymakers and experts for congressional advocacy, Walk For Lives DC, and the Summit on Synthetic Drugs WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, September 10, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- United Against …

TRANSFORMATIVE JUSTICE COALITION Presents 2026 VOTING RIGHTS CHAMPION AWARDS: 'YESTERDAY IS TODAY: THE FIGHT CONTINUES'

WASHINGTON,, DC, UNITED STATES, September 10, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Sixty-three years after the bombing of Birmingham’s Sixteenth Street Baptist Church shocked the conscience of the nation, Sarah Collins Rudolph—known as the “Fifth Little …