Earth’s Smells Are Disappearing: A Silent Cultural Crisis

In a moving report published on April 8, 2026, Smithsonian Magazine explores a largely ignored consequence of climate change: the “olfactory extinction” of our planet. As temperatures rise and biodiversity … Read More

Ancient Humans Mastered Fire. Now, Burning Fossil Fuels and Blazing Landscapes Threaten to ‘Undo the World’

The Smithsonian Magazine recently published a profound look at the dual nature of fire—humanity’s first and most powerful tool, which is now turning into an existential threat. Published in April … Read More