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    Conger Ice Shelf the Size of Rome Collapses in Antarctica

    Conger Ice Shelf the Size of Rome Collapses in Antarctica

    According to satellite data, the entire Conger ice shelf — an Antarctic ice shelf roughly the size of Rome — has collapsed, The Guardian reported. The collapse of the ice shelf occurred just before record high temperatures in the region reached more than 40 degrees Celsius above normal recently, the result of an “atmospheric river” of warm air over the continent.

    Facebook Failed to Label Top Posts From Climate Change-Deniers

    Facebook Failed to Label Top Posts From Climate Change-Deniers

    In new research released Wednesday, February 23, the Center for Countering Digital Hate (CCDH) reported that Facebook did not add content warning labels to over 50% of top posts from climate change-deniers. Now called Meta, Facebook has been in hot water regarding its role in spreading misinformation.

    John Kerry Warns ‘We’re in Trouble’ on Climate Change

    John Kerry Warns ‘We’re in Trouble’ on Climate Change

    John Kerry, the first United States special presidential envoy for climate, said that the world is “not on a good track” in its goal of avoiding the worst effects of climate change, Reuters reported. Kerry said actions to move away from fossil fuels must be strengthened this decade. On Monday, Kerry addressed “Building Momentum to UN COP27,” an event hosted by officials from Egypt — who will host the next UN climate summit — and the U.S. Chamber of Commerce.