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Is Global Warming a Myth? Scientist Says We’re Entering Ice Age

By Makini Brice | Nov 08, 2012 04:29 PM EST

Some researchers believe that carbon dioxide emissions are helping the world from feeling the effects of our entering global Ice Age.

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Humans Have Been Responsible for Greenhouse Gases Since the Roman Empire

By Makini Brice | Oct 04, 2012 02:53 PM EDT

Researchers have found evidence that humans have played a role in the creation of greenhouse gas emissions since the time of the Roman Empire.

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If the Globe Doesn't Stop Climate Change, 100 Million People Could Die

By Makini Brice | Sep 27, 2012 12:26 PM EDT

More than 100 million people will die from climate change and carbon emissions, a dire report by humanitarian organization DARA says.

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Heat Waves and Cold Spells Could Trigger Fatal Heart Attacks

By Christine Hsu | Sep 19, 2012 11:30 AM EDT

Extreme temperatures during heat waves and cold spells may significantly increase the risk of premature death from heart disease, according to a new study.

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Japanese Toilet Bike is Powered By (Ahem) Waste [VIDEO]

By Makini Brice | Aug 29, 2012 02:43 PM EDT

Japanese toilet-maker Toto is making a stink with its poo-powered toilet bike.

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Global Warming Could Increase Likelihood of Pandemic Bird Flu, Researchers Say

By Makini Brice | Aug 29, 2012 12:25 PM EDT

Climate change has been associated with everything from longer heat waves to foot shortages to the erosion of ice in Antarctica and Greenland. Now, researchers have pinpointed another ramification of climate change - an increase in the potential pandemic of bird flu.

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