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History of women in space

History of women in space

Women have been contributing to space exploration since its early days, both as astronauts and as scientists.
Opinion: Wildfire smoke is an increasing threat to Canadians' health

Opinion: Wildfire smoke is an increasing threat to Canadians' health

The notion that wildfire smoke is 'natural,' and therefore less harmful than other types of air pollution, is not supported by the evidence. Wildfire smoke has been linked to adverse health effects.
Opinion: How analyzing ancient and modern polar bear samples reveals the full scope of global warming

Opinion: How analyzing ancient and modern polar bear samples reveals the full scope of global warming

Comparison of modern and archaeological polar bears indicates that four millennia of food web stability has been disrupted by modern climate change.
'Light of hope': B.C. researchers say some fish surviving heat waves better than once thought

'Light of hope': B.C. researchers say some fish surviving heat waves better than once thought

A new study has found bottom-dwelling fish — including flounder, halibut, rockfish, and all five Pacific salmon species — are defying expectations in the face of heat waves.
Opinion: Fearmongering about people fleeing disasters is a dangerous and faulty narrative

Opinion: Fearmongering about people fleeing disasters is a dangerous and faulty narrative

Recognizing the challenges posed by climate-induced displacement is important. But officials must avoid rhetoric about displaced people that can fuel xenophobia.
Strong weekend winds could fuel wildfires in parts of B.C.

Strong weekend winds could fuel wildfires in parts of B.C.

Over the long weekend, winds of up to 80km/h are expected in B.C.'s northwest; sun and hazy skies for the South Coast; and persistent drought conditions everywhere.
Here's how your cup of coffee contributes to climate change

Here's how your cup of coffee contributes to climate change

Coffee capsules aren’t the biggest carbon culprits. It’s better to use a capsule than to waste coffee and water.
Natural disasters linked to climate change

Natural disasters linked to climate change

The 21st century has not been kind to the planet's inhabitants, as floods, fires, hurricanes, tornadoes, droughts, and heat waves have caused havoc with historic frequency and severity.
Tracking CO2 emissions from space could help support climate agreements

Tracking CO2 emissions from space could help support climate agreements

Tracking CO2 emissions with satellites can help to support emission reduction efforts under the Paris Agreement.
British Columbians most likely to consider moving due to wildfire, smoke, finds poll

British Columbians most likely to consider moving due to wildfire, smoke, finds poll

A Canada-wide poll found 19% of B.C. residents affected by wildfires or smoke say they're thinking about moving somewhere else — the most of any jurisdiction.
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