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Scientists call another near-record hot year a 'warning shot' from a shifting climate

WASHINGTON — Earth's average temperature last year hovered among one of the three hottest on record, while the past three years indicate that warming could be speeding up, international climate monitoring teams reported. Six science teams calculated …

How much snow does the Lehigh Valley get in a season? How do we compare with other Pa. counties?

When contemplating places in the United States that are most heavily impacted by snow, as one frequently does, it may seem counterintuitive that the Lehigh Valley would rank higher than a place — any place — in North Dakota. But a new list published …

2025 was one of the three hottest years on record, scientists find

Last year was the Earth’s second or third-hottest on record, several U.S. and global climate science organizations said. The U.S. National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, as well as the EU’s Copernicus and the UK’s Met Office, found that 2025 was …

NASA reports record heat but omits reference to climate change

Global temperatures soared in 2025, but a NASA statement published Wednesday alongside its latest benchmark annual report makes no reference to climate change, in line with President Donald Trump's push to deny the reality of planetary heating as a …

Hottest Januarys in Oklahoma since 1895

Stacker Volodymyr TVERDOKHLIB // Shutterstock In 2022, the continental United States experienced its third hottest July since 1895, according to data from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, while 20 states saw one of their 10 …

US Cracks Down on 12 Vietnamese Fishing Areas, Reshaping Seafood Supply

The United States (US) has suspended imports of fishery products from 12 major Vietnamese fishing grounds with effect from January 1 following a decision by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA). The move comes after NOAA denied " …

2025 was the third-hottest year ever recorded on Earth, data shows

Last year was the third-warmest in modern history, according to Copernicus, the European Union’s climate change monitoring service. The conclusion came as no surprise: The past 11 years have been the 11 warmest on record, according to Copernicus data. In …

2025 among world's three hottest years on record, WMO says

By Kate Abnett BRUSSELS, Jan 14 (Reuters) - Last year was among the planet's three warmest on record, the World Meteorological Organization said on Wednesday, as EU scientists also confirmed average temperatures have now exceeded 1.5 degrees Celsius of …

WMO confirms 2025 was one of warmest years on record

Local news provides trustworthy information about what’s happening in your community. Geneva, Switzerland (WMO) – The World Meteorological Organization (WMO) has confirmed that 2025 was one of the three warmest years on record, continuing the streak of …

WMO confirms that 2025 was one of Earth's 3 warmest years on record

From: World Meteorological Organization (WMO) WMO confirms 2025 was one of warmest years on record Past 11 years have been 11 warmest on record Temporary cooling by La Niña does not reverse long-term trend Ocean warming continues unabated WMO consolidates …

When does winter end? See Oklahoma's winter 2026 forecast

Jan. 14, 2026, 5:05 a.m. CT Winter officially started on Dec. 21 in Oklahoma, but the season hasn't quite shown the cold, snowy weather many expected. While the stars may have pointed to the beginning of the coldest time of the year, much of the …

Take steps for safety in extreme weather

As I was driving into Billings on a chilly morning earlier this week, I saw a rancher chopping the ice at his roadside pond for his cows. Seeing that made me smile, as it reminded me of my dad. In the wintertime, it was the first and the last chore of his …

New Bedford grant takes fishing stories beyond the dock

January 14, 2026 New Bedford Fishing Heritage Center (FHC) has been awarded an Expand Massachusetts Stories — Story Forward Grant from Mass Humanities to share the Casting A Wider Net (CAWN) exhibit with the greater New Bedford community in a new …

New climate reports show ‘unprecedented run of global heat’

Several annual international climate reports released Tuesday indicate that relentless human-caused warming continued in 2025, especially in the oceans and at the poles.  For the third year in a row, Earth’s average temperature ran close to 1.5 degrees …

Humpback that wowed Cape Cod whale watchers found dead in Delaware

Jan. 13, 2026, 10:53 a.m. ET A charismatic young humpback whale that spent last summer delighting whale watchers in Cape Cod Bay was recently found dead along the Delaware coast, the apparent victim of a ship strike, according to marine scientists who …

2025 Ranked Third-Warmest Year on Record as World Nears 1.5°C Climate Threshold

By Blessing Nweke Last year was the third-warmest in modern history, underscoring the accelerating pace of global warming and the narrowing window to avert its worst effects, according to new data released by Copernicus, the European Union’s climate change …

Researchers issue warning after discovering 'invisible' threat to coastal cities: 'This rewrites the script'

"The data showed an unambiguous, transient pulse." by Robert EnglishJanuary 14, 2026 A study has found that microplastics in the ocean are deposited on land during typhoons. What's happening? In research published in the journal Environmental …

“Legend-dairy” mountain peaks, visiting bears and remembering a blubbery blowout

Stay informed about the West. Sign up for our email newsletter to receive in-depth, independent reporting that illuminates our region. COLORADO Humanity has long sought enlightenment at the top of mountain peaks. But ice cream is also a goal worth …

Scientists confirm 2025 as third-warmest year ever recorded

The planet sweltered through the third-warmest year on record last year, European scientists have said, and no relief from the heat is expected in 2026. The average global temperature was 1.47 degrees Celsius (2.52 degrees Fahrenheit) above the pre- …

USHBC Commends FCC for Action to Promote Competition, Protect Small Businesses, and Reduce Fraud

WASHINGTON DC, DC, UNITED STATES, January 16, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The U.S. Hispanic Business Council (USHBC) applauds the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) for its recent decision to modernize and standardize mobile phone unlocking …

LogiCoy to Showcase Advanced PDMP Solutions at the 2026 ASAP Annual Conference

LogiCoy to Showcase Advanced PDMP Solutions at the 2026 ASAP Annual Conference GLENDALE, CA, UNITED STATES, January 16, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- LogiCoy, Inc., a leader in healthcare integration and prescription monitoring technology, is proud …

GatorPAC Chairman Retired Colonel Rob Maness Endorses Rodney Walker for U.S. Senate in Alabama Republican Primary

GULFPORT, MS, UNITED STATES, January 16, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Retired U.S. Air Force Colonel Rob Maness, a 32-year combat veteran and Chairman of GatorPAC and its Veterans Leadership Fund, today announced his endorsement of Alabama …

Retired Colonel Rob Maness, Chairman of GatorPAC Veterans Leadership Fund, Endorses Joshua McKee in Alabama GOP Primary

Retired Colonel Rob Maness, Endorses Joshua McKee in Alabama's 1st Congressional District Republican Primary GULFPORT, MS, UNITED STATES, January 16, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Retired U.S. Air Force Colonel Rob Maness, a 32-year combat …

Retired Colonel Rob Maness, Chairman of GatorPAC, Endorses Daniel Betts for Congress in Texas' 22nd District GOP Primary

GULFPORT, LA, UNITED STATES, January 16, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Retired U.S. Air Force Colonel Rob Maness, a 32-year combat veteran and Chairman of GatorPAC, today announced his endorsement of Daniel Betts in the Republican primary for U.S. …

Vermont Bill Establishes Statewide Task Force to Scientifically Evaluate Unidentified Aerial Activity

The bill assigns responsibility for the scientific analysis of reported aerial activity to the Scientific Coalition for UAP Studies. MONTPELIER, VT, UNITED STATES, January 16, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Today, the Scientific Coalition for UAP …

New Home Loans Hub Launches to Help Government Employees Access Grants, Down Payment Assistance, Specialized Mortgages

Next Door Programs® Introduces “Home Loans for Government Employees” With Access to Up to $33,000 in Housing Assistance TAMPA BAY, FL, UNITED STATES, January 16, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Next Door Programs® has launched a new national resource for …

House Majority Introduces Chemical Industry-Backed Bill to Weaken Federal Protections from Toxic Chemicals

Legislation would roll back EPA oversight, fast-track new chemical approvals, undermine bipartisan reforms to TSCA WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, January 16, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Today, House Energy and Commerce Committee Chair Brett …

CCHF Response to Trump’s 'Great Healthcare Plan'

CCHF says a “great plan” must restore the medical indemnity insurance prohibited by the ACA. ST PAUL, MN, UNITED STATES, January 15, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Citizens’ Council for Health Freedom (CCHF) responded to today’s release of “The Great …

ANCA Calls for Expanded U.S. Efforts to Secure Azerbaijan’s Release of Remaining Armenian POWs

Armenian advocacy groups and Congressional leaders press for action following hostage swap WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, January 15, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Armenian National Committee of America (ANCA) is calling for increased U.S. …

Space Force Association Voices Strong Support for Matt Anderson’s Nomination as NASA Deputy Administrator

SFA announces strong support for the nomination of Colonel (Ret.) Matt Anderson to serve as Deputy Administrator of NASA COLORADO SPRINGS, CO, UNITED STATES, January 15, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Space Force Association (SFA) today …

Bipartisan Letter Urges Secretary Rubio to Stand with Iran’s Uprising, Noting Its Rejection of All Forms of Dictatorship

The Bipartisan Letter Signed by 59 Members of Congress Underscores the Iranian People’s "Demand for a Secular, Democratic, Non-Nuclear Republic." WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, January 15, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- A bipartisan group …

Blue Star Mothers of America Urges Congress to Recognize National Blue Star Mothers Day

The organization calls on lawmakers to formally recognize military mothers and honor their service, sacrifice, and decades of national volunteer impact. WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, January 15, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Blue Star Mothers of …

First 5 California Welcomes Janne Olson-Morgan as Deputy Director for Program Innovation and Evaluation

SACRAMENTO, CA, UNITED STATES, January 15, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- First 5 California is pleased to announce the appointment of Janne Olson-Morgan as Deputy Director for the Program Innovation and Evaluation Division. Janne began her new role …

DB Prescott’s New Novel Delivers A Chilling Political Thriller On The Collapse Of Democracy

As peaceful protest gives way to armed resistance, the novel confronts how far ordinary citizens will go when the Constitution is stripped away. NEW YORK CITY, NY, UNITED STATES, January 15, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- In a time of deep political …

NCHE Town Hall Meeting Highlighted TRHT, Collaboration and Innovation for Safer, More Secure Communities

Virtual town hall raised awareness about systemic issues, shared community efforts, and promoted health equity and community safety initiatives WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, January 15, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The National Collaborative for Health …

Global Immigration Partners PLLC Responds to U.S. Policy Pausing Immigrant Visa Processing for 75 Countries

Global Immigration Partners PLLC emphasises that this change affects only immigrant visas. WASHINGTON DC, DC, UNITED STATES, January 15, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Global Immigration Partners PLLC, a leading U.S. immigration law firm, today …

Three Georgia Fugitives, Including Federal Inmate, Charged in Violent Kidnapping and Armed Robbery Scheme

A grand jury in Miami has returned an indictment Wednesday charging three Georgia fugitives for their alleged roles in a violent scheme to abduct and rob a victim, possessing a firearm to carry out the kidnapping and robbery.

Brush Prairie, Washington Woman Pleads Guilty to and Sentenced for Mail Theft

A Brush Prairie, Washington, woman pleaded guilty yesterday and was sentenced for mail theft while working as a U.S. Postal Service (USPS) employee.

Charleston Man Pleads Guilty to Federal Gun Crime