Articles by Philip Bump

Philip Bump wrote about the news for Gristmill. He now writes for The Atlantic Wire.

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Every state in the U.S. has gotten hotter since 1970

Hotter in the literal sense -- in some cases, half a degree each decade. If only we knew why.

Philip Bump Science
The five farm bill amendments you should keep an eye on

Legislation currently in the Senate is one of the most important things happening in Washington. Here are the five things to watch.

Philip Bump Food and Agriculture
Big mystery: U.S. oil production hits 14-year high, gas prices not at 14-year low

We're as puzzled as you are. It's almost like the argument that drilling more will lower gas prices is totally wrong.

Philip Bump Energy
China’s smog city: What Wuhan looks like with 20 times the U.S. dust limit

Residents of the Chinese province of Wuhan are coping with a smog like you've never seen.

Philip Bump Health