I Know Why You Hid Last Summer

“Based on an analysis of ancient tree rings that date back to the year 1, last summer was the hottest in the past 2,000 years, a new study released Tuesday suggests. Study authors described the warmth during the summer of 2023 across much of the Northern Hemisphere as ‘unparalleled.'” Summer 2023 was hottest in 2,000 years.

+ If nothing else, you’d think these weather conditions would provide a decent incentive to get the most effective sunscreens to market as quickly as possible. And it has. Just not in the US. When Will America Get Better Sunscreens? “FDA approval is hamstrung by a law that requires animal testing. Meanwhile, newer chemical filters are in use worldwide.”