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Is global warming to blame for Burma cyclone?

Fri, 09 May 9th 2008 GMT

It was Asia's answer to Hurricane Katrina. Packing winds upwards of 120 mph, Cyclone Nargis became one of Asia's deadliest storms by hitting land at one of the lowest points in Burma. Some scientists suggest that global warming may have played a role. Last year, a U.N. panel concluded that warming oceans could contribute to increasingly severe cyclones with stronger winds and heavier rains.

'Burpless' Grass Cuts Methane Gas From Cattle, May Help Reduce Global Warming

Fri, 09 May 9th 2008 GMT

A new type of grass may help tackle global warming by cutting the level of methane given off by cows. Researchers are developing a grass that will not only cut the amount of methane cows burp up when chewing their cud, but also grow in hotter climes.

University Research Contributes To Global Warming, Professor Discovers

Fri, 09 May 9th 2008 GMT

Add university research to the long list of human activities contributing to global warming. A biochemistry professor who is a committed environmentalist found that his own research produces 44 tons of carbon dioxide per year. The average American citizen produces 20 tons.

Global Warming

Fri, 09 May 9th 2008 GMT

It's a global change that affects us all and this weekend local professionals are taking a closer look at global warming.

Al Gore should be ashamed to use Myanmar tragedy to incite sentiment against global warming

Fri, 09 May 9th 2008 GMT

It is a shame he got a noble prize. Al Gore goes at it again. The man who once claimed that he invented Internet is shamelessly spreading propaganda to make some personal gains. He now says Myanmar storm and havoc is the effect of global warming.

University research too adds to global warming

Fri, 09 May 9th 2008 GMT

Washington, May 8 : A Canadian environmentalist says that university research should be listed among human activities that are contributing to global warming.