MIT scientists have unraveled the hidden energy balance of earthquakes by recreating them in the lab. Their findings show that while only a sliver of energy goes into the shaking we feel on the ...

The urban heat island effect leaves cities hotter than surrounding areas. Here's why that is—and what the city of Grand Rapids is doing about it.

"Risky." Researchers make concerning discovery about this summer's heatwaves: 'Nearly all regions of the world' first appeared on The Cool Down.

The hot conditions come days after the Met Office issued a yellow warning of wind for several regions of the country.