Floods, droughts and heat waves continue to dominate headlines around the world and in Australia.

One of the standout findings from the Paleogene record is that rainfall patterns shifted dramatically during periods of ...

Severe weather events, such as heavy rainfall, are becoming increasingly commonare on the rise worldwide. Reliable assessments of these events can save lives and protect property. Researchers at the ...

To understand how global warming could influence future climate, scientists look to the Paleogene Period that began 66 million years ago, covering a time when Earth's atmospheric carbon dioxide levels ...

In global terms, the past year was distinguished not only by extreme drought but also by unusually heavy rainfall. These are the core findings of the report of the World Meteorological Organization ...

Extreme heat and drought have dominated headlines in recent years. But you may be surprised to know that global rainfall totals are growing over time. While totals fluctuate each year, global ...

Global temperatures hovered at historic highs in March, Europe's climate monitor said on Tuesday, prolonging an extraordinary heat streak that has tested scientific expectations. In Europe, it was the ...

Global temperatures hovered at historic highs in March, Europe's climate monitor said on Tuesday, prolonging an unprecedented heat streak that has pushed the bounds of scientific explanation. In ...

Some areas of Europe were hit by extreme rainfall while others experienced record dry conditions - Copyright AFP JORGE GUERRERO Some areas of Europe were hit by ...