Option price swings show how much traders believe seasonal climate and weather matters for all sorts of industries, not just the ones you might expect.
Why do batteries lose charge more quickly when it’s cold?
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A phenomenon observed in a small group of organisms cannot always be generalized across a species — contrary to popular belief, overwintering turtles don’t breathe through their butts.
Some parts of the U.S. see well over 100 inches (2.5 meters) of snow per year.
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There are an infinite number of paths an ice crystal can take before you touch it.
People walking on a pathway watch crews flood the ice on the Rideau Canal Skateway in Ottawa on Feb. 17, 2024. The Skateway opened in late January but mild weather and freezing rain forced it to close after only four days.
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When you’re running late in the winter, you don’t want to have to spend time scraping frost off your windshield. Try some expert-recommended techniques instead.
Dogs get cold in the winter too, but there are things pet owners can do to help them feel comfortable.
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Winter running has all the health benefits of aerobic exercise, as well as fresh air. However, be aware of the specific safety and injury-prevention concerns that come with cold weather.
Short winter days can influence your brain chemistry.
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Some of winter’s effects have been tied to cultural norms and practices, while others likely reflect our bodies’ innate biological responses to shorter days and colder weather.
The late and beloved Leonard Cohen acknowledges fans at a Toronto performance in 2008.
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Increasing awareness of the dangers ‘forever chemical’ road salts pose to our fresh water systems highlights the urgent importance of finding new approaches to de-icing our roads.
The El Niño pattern stands out in the warm sea surface temperature anomalies in the Pacific in 2023.
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An atmospheric scientist explains how El Niño works, this year’s oddities and why this phenomenon doesn’t last long.
A better understanding of the interactions between snow cover and forest will help improve hydrological models and thus ensure public protection against flooding.
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A better understanding of the interactions between the boreal forest and snow will make it possible to improve hydrological models and ensure optimal management of the resource.