A great story: The Martian | Official Trailer [HD] | 20th Century FOX

If you haven't seen the Martian, it's worth the price of admission. And if anyone doubts the capacity of the human spirit and ingenuity to overcome any obstacle, Mark Watney has a simple solution:

Fire frequency and intensity and climate science in Idaho

University of Idaho researchers Phil Higuera, John Abatzoglou and Penelope Morgan are taking a look at the link between fire and climate in a PLoS One article.

New Orleans, Hurricane Katrina and Climate Change

President Obama is scheduled to visit New Orleans Thursday to commemorate the 10th anniversary of Hurricane Katrina's devastation. Here are some thoughts about how the city's fate may influence how we think about climate change.10 Years After Katrina, Louisiana Is Becoming A Model For Climate Resilience

Prometheus the radical

Prometheus, the titan who served multiple important roles in Ancient Greek theology, provides nearly endless opportunities for thinking about how we understand the world. Routledge Classical Studies offers a free essay on Prometheus and the radical theology he represented.