As final negotiations for an international plastics treaty get underway this week in Busan, South Korea, scientists warn that the global plastics crisis is far more dangerous than previously thought.

Earth is taking in more energy than it releases back to space—a growing "energy imbalance" that is fueling global warming. A new study led by scientists at the University of Miami Rosenstiel School of ...

Why is Christian Science in our name? Our name is about honesty. The Monitor is owned by The First Church of Christ, Scientist, and we’ve always been transparent about that. The church publishes the ...

Reentering space refuse has been linked to pollution of Earth’s upper stratosphere. Image credit: The Aerospace Corporation. Experts around the planet agree: Earth orbit is a heavenly mess and getting ...

New research suggests cruise ship pollution may increase inflammation and weaken the body's defenses against viruses.