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Faced with drought, the Pharaohs tried (and failed) to adapt

Ancient Egyptian leaders increased their empire's grain production and crossbred cattle for resilience in an early effort to ward off climate disaster, a study shows. Even with preparation, however, the Egyptian empire ultimately collapsed.

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Faced with drought, the pharaohs tried (and failed) to adapt

Ancient Egyptian leaders increased their empire’s grain production and crossbred cattle for resilience in an early effort to ward off climate disaster, a study shows.

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Nevada residents press lawmakers to act on deadly heat and air quality risks

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Farmers across Virginia brace for ripple effects as NOAA faces deep federal cuts

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GOP lawmakers break ranks over carbon capture projects in Louisiana

A controversial facility that would process plastic waste to be burned in steel mills has been cancelled

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Young plaintiffs in Juliana v. United States lose Supreme Court bid but say they'll continue their pursuit of climate justice

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