tropical

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“In summary, as part of heart-healthy dietary patterns, nontropical plant sources of fat should be used as part of food preparation in place of animal fats and tropical oils.”

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 31, 2026

The nation of tropical islands in the Indian Ocean is asserting sovereignty over the Chagos Islands and is threatening international legal action to press its claim.

From BBC • Mar. 27, 2026

"It fuels tropical and subtropical storms and exacerbates ongoing sea-ice loss in the polar regions."

From Barron's • Mar. 23, 2026

The study, titled "Unprecedented burning in tropical peatlands during the 20th century compared to the previous two millennia," is published in Global Change Biology.

From Science Daily • Mar. 19, 2026

“Okay, that tropical storm is now officially Hurricane Adelaide. They say it’ll hit us in a few days. Or it could turn east and head out to sea.”

From "Dog Squad" by Chris Grabenstein