Top Headlines (Soc. of Env. Journalists)
- "How ‘Sentinel Gardens’ Help Spot Dangerous Bugs Abroad" May 27, 2026"Scientists have planted American trees in China, Korea and elsewhere to attract hungry insects. Their hope is to identify the most damaging bugs before they cross the ocean." AgricultureBiodiversityDisastersEnvironmental HealthEnvironmental StudiesForestsScienceWildlifeNational (U.S.)InternationalPublicSource: ,jdavis_sej
- Greens Sue To Enforce Marine Mammal Protections for Imported Seafood May 27, 2026"Environmental groups on Thursday sued the United States government to ensure internationally sourced seafood doesn’t threaten whales or dolphins that become entangled or drown due to sometimes lethal fishing techniques." BiodiversityEconomy & BusinessEnvironmental PoliticsFish & FisheriesLaws & RegulationsWater & OceansNational (U.S.)InternationalPublicSource: ,jdavis_sej
- "U.S. Seeks to Give Weapons-Grade Plutonium to Start-Ups for Fuel" May 27, 2026"The Trump administration is moving forward with a plan to provide Cold War-era plutonium from dismantled nuclear warheads to companies that want to convert the dangerous material into fuel for nuclear power plants. The plan has generated debate and some unease among nonproliferation experts." Climate ChangeEnergy & FuelEnvironmental HealthEnvironmental PoliticsLaws & RegulationsNuclear Power & RadiationNational (U.S.)PublicSource: […]jdavis_sej
- "Interior Proposes Opening 95% Of Wildlife Refuges To Hunting" May 27, 2026"The Interior Department plans to expand hunting and fishing access across national parks and wildlife refuges." "The hunting and fishing expansions would occur at refuges in 32 states, while Interior also removed some restrictions on hunting at certain national parks." BiodiversityConsumerEnvironmental PoliticsFish & FisheriesLaws & RegulationsNatural ResourcesWildlifeNational (U.S.)PublicSource: ,jdavis_sej
- "AI-Fueled Cyberattacks Threaten Water Sector, Experts Say" May 27, 2026"Artificial intelligence is making it easier for bad actors to initiate cyberattacks on water infrastructure, yet the water sector remains inadequately prepared, a panel of experts told lawmakers Thursday." "House lawmakers are considering whether more funding or expanded EPA authority could address the problem." ConsumerDisastersEnvironmental HealthEnvironmental PoliticsInfrastructureJournalism & MediaLaws & RegulationsPollutionTechnologyWater & OceansNational (U.S.)InternationalPublicSource: ,jdavis_sej
- Vermont Is 1st US State To Ban Paraquat Herbicide Over Parkinson’s Fears May 27, 2026"Vermont is the first US state to ban the weedkilling pesticide paraquat, backed by lawmakers who cited concerns about research showing the chemical substantially increases the risk of the incurable brain ailment known as Parkinson’s disease." AgricultureChemicalsEnvironmental HealthLaws & RegulationsPollutionNational (U.S.)PublicSource: ,jdavis_sej
- Trump’s FDA Delivers For Tobacco Following $5 Million Super PAC Donation May 27, 2026"During his yearlong tenure leading the Food and Drug Administration, Marty Makary managed to bother various constituencies, but it was fruit-flavored vapes that apparently sealed his fate." Conflict/CorruptionConsumerEnvironmental HealthEnvironmental PoliticsLaws & RegulationsNational (U.S.)PublicSource: ,jdavis_sej
- India Records Over 300 Suspected Heatstroke Cases As Temperatures Spike May 27, 2026"More than 300 suspected cases of heat-related illnesses have been reported in the southern Indian state of Andhra Pradesh from the start of March to mid-May, the state's health department said." Climate ChangeDisastersEnvironmental HealthPeople & PopulationInternationalAsiaEuropePublicSource: ,jdavis_sej
- Trump Admin Proposes Non-Disclosure Agreements For All Federal Workers May 27, 2026"The Trump administration is planning a government-wide nondisclosure agreement that would bar federal workers from sharing a wide array of “confidential government information,” according to a draft notice posted to the Federal Register on Tuesday by the U.S. Office of Personnel Management." "The rule, aimed at cracking down on leaks to media organizations, would expand nondisclosure […]jdavis_sej
- 1 Dead And 9 Missing After Chemical Tank Rupture At Washington Paper Plant May 27, 2026"At least one person has died, nine people were injured and nine employees remain unaccounted for after a large tank of chemical treatment product, including hazardous materials, ruptured at a paper and packaging facility in Washington state, fire officials said." ActivismChemicalsClimate ChangeEconomy & BusinessEnvironmental HealthEnvironmental JusticeEnvironmental PoliticsGovernmentJournalism & MediaLaws & RegulationsPeople & PopulationPollutionNational (U.S.)PublicSource: ,jdavis_sej
Yale Climate Connections
- Heat waves are extra dangerous for babiesHere’s why – and what you can do to protect them. The post Heat waves are extra dangerous for babies appeared first on Yale Climate Connections.
- Las familias latinas sufren mientras los precios de la energía aumentanCon las temperaturas en aumento y sin un fin a la vista para el conflicto con Irán, las familias se enfrentarán a decisiones difíciles. The post Las familias latinas sufren mientras los precios de la energía aumentan appeared first on Yale Climate Connections.
- El Niño podría traer huracanes fuertes al occidente de México esta temporadaEl pronóstico para el Pacífico oriental indica un 70% de probabilidad de entre 15 y 22 tormentas con nombre, de las cuales se espera que entre 9 y 14 se conviertan en huracanes, incluyendo entre 5 y 9 huracanes mayores. The post El Niño podría traer huracanes fuertes al occidente de México esta temporada appeared […]
- How one farmer is turning dirt into a climate solutionRich, healthy soil helps his crops withstand both floods and droughts. The post How one farmer is turning dirt into a climate solution appeared first on Yale Climate Connections.
- Latinos hit hard as energy prices increaseWith temperatures rising and electricity prices spiking, some people are choosing between high energy costs – or going without. The post Latinos hit hard as energy prices increase appeared first on Yale Climate Connections.
Top Environment News — ScienceDaily
- Telehealth can improve care for cats with chronic health issuesResearchers found telehealth visits can improve care for cats with feline arthritis.
- Collaboration can unlock Australia's energy transition without sacrificing natural capitalNew research demonstrates that with collaboration between stakeholders, Australia can fully decarbonize its domestic and energy export economies by 2060 -- a feat requiring $6.2 trillion USD and around 110,000 square kilomters of land -- while avoiding harm to important areas for biodiversity outcomes, safeguarding agricultural activities, and respecting Indigenous land rights.
- Eating an array of smaller fish could be nutrient-dense solution to overfishingTo satisfy the seafood needs of billions of people, offering them access to a more biodiverse array of fish creates opportunities to mix-and-match species to obtain better nutrition from smaller portions of fish.
- Molecular link between air pollution and pregnancy risksA new study found exposure to specific tiny particles in air pollution during pregnancy are associated with increased risk of various negative birth outcomes.
- Tea, berries, dark chocolate and apples could lead to a longer life span, study showsNew research has found that those who consume a diverse range of foods rich in flavonoids, such as tea, berries, dark chocolate, and apples, could lower their risk of developing serious health conditions and have the potential to live longer.