Lela Nargi

Experience

Lela Nargi is a veteran journalist covering science, sustainability, climate, and agriculture for Readers Digest, Washington Post, Sierra, NPR, The Counter, JSTOR Daily, and many other outlets. She also writes about science for kids. You can follow her on Twitter @LelaNargi.

Articles

Here’s the Difference Between a Typhoon, Hurricane and Cyclone

Should you worry about one more than the others? Here’s what you need to know about a typhoon vs. hurricane vs. cyclone.

A colorful globe sits on green grass under a bright blue sky with scattered clouds.

20 Earth Day Facts You Should Know

We hope these Earth Day facts help raise environmental awareness—and the importance of taking action now

Grid of plants, icons, and symbols illustrating effects like allergies, fatigue, and indigestion. Some squares show flowers in pots, others depict symptoms.

15 Toxic Plants You May Already Have at Home

When it comes to houseplants, sometimes the beautiful can be itchy—or deadly.