Imagine this: You’re enjoying a sunny day, squeezing fresh lime into your margarita, and suddenly days later your hands break out in painful blisters or dark stains.What took place? You may have phytophotodermatitis, also known as a margarita burn. What Is Margarita Burn? A skin response known as “Margarita Burn” occurs when lime juice comes into contact with your skin […]
The U.S. Midwest is no stranger to severe weather, but 2025 has seen an escalation in dangerous thunderstorms, bringing damaging winds, flash flooding, hail, and tornadoes. Millions of residents from the Dakotas to New England have faced repeated severe weather alerts, with meteorologists warning of prolonged risks through late July. Key Impacts of the Severe Weather Outbreak: 1.Hail and destructive […]
The oceans are heating at an alarming rate, and marine heatwaves are reshaping ocean life in unprecedented ways. These extreme temperature spikes—sometimes lasting weeks or even months—are disrupting marine ecosystems, shifting species ranges, collapsing habitats, and affecting human livelihoods. From coral reefs bleaching to kelp forests dying, the impacts of these heatwaves are far-reaching and immediate. Understanding how marine heatwave […]
The Dead Sea has lost more than 33% of its surface area since the 1960s, and industrial extraction and upstream Jordan River diversion have caused water levels to decrease by more than a meter annually, or over 22 meters since 1970. Here, How Farmers’ lives are becoming more difficult as a result of the Dead Sea’s decrease: 1.Dangerous Sinkholes Ruining […]
On July 21, 2025, a powerful protest took place near the White House.A heartbreaking protest took place outside the White House this week as grieving parents and activists from Texas demanded action after deadly floods killed over 120 people—including 27 children at a summer camp.The recent deadly floods that took place earlier in July in Kerr County, Texas, affected all […]
Across the globe, ancient trees are disappearing faster than scientists ever expected. In Oregon’s Malheur National Forest, some of Earth’s oldest trees — centuries-old firs, larches, and pines — are dying at an alarming rate. Many are between 300 to 500 years old, silently witnessing our planet’s climate shifts for centuries. Now, rising heat, prolonged droughts, and human encroachment are […]
The rise of digital technologies like cryptocurrency mining and artificial intelligence (AI) has brought innovation—but also massive energy use. As these industries grow, their carbon footprints are becoming impossible to ignore. Now, global policymakers, including the IMF and the Global Solidarity Levies Task Force, are exploring a new idea: climate taxes on crypto and AI. These targeted taxes could both […]
The Western U.S. is suffering through the environment, and the economy are all having major problems as a result of the biggest megadrought in more than 1,200 years. An raised, extreme dry spell that lasts for decades is called a megadrought, and this one isn’t finishing soon enough. According to scientists, if climate change continues to worsen, it may continue […]
The clean energy sector was alarmed by significant shifts in U.S. policy in July 2025. Several companies are now requesting aid from California after new rules signed by former President Trump reduced tax subsidies for wind and solar energy.The letter was signed by representatives of the California branch of the American Clean Power Association, the California Wind Energy Association, the […]
Have you ever dreamed of hiking under clear blue skies or kayaking in warm sunshine without worrying about sudden rain? You’re not alone. Outdoor enthusiasts across America are searching for places where adventure meets perfect weather. At Climate Challenge, we explore the best U.S. cities for outdoor adventures—destinations where you can enjoy nature all year long. Why Weather Matters for […]