In Lynchburg, Virginia, a towering structure stands 120 feet high. This once-abandoned project, valued at $400 million, seemed nearly forgotten as the energy economy evolved and enthusiasm for advanced nuclear technology waned. Yet, recent developments hint at a potential revival of this dormant nuclear reactor experiment, led by former SpaceX engineers. These engineers believe that […]
Jeffrey Huber vividly recalls when Hurricane Andrew stripped the roof from his childhood home. This disaster affected thousands across southern Florida, leaving many like Huber’s family dependent on food donations for weeks and living in trailers for over a year. Now, as a landscape architect and professor, Huber focuses on designing for resilience against increasingly […]
Reported by Dieudonne Dirole Iga-Barrie, Congo (AP) Dieudonne Dirole, stationed in eastern Congo, recently joined The Associated Press amid a rapid Ebola outbreak. During his assignments, he captured a striking image of mobile gold miners. Their nomadic lifestyles and secluded work sites add layers of difficulty to monitoring and mitigating the virus spread. Purpose of […]
Why Name Storms? With the U.S. hurricane season underway, you might wonder why storms need names. Humans have named the world around them for ages. Naming storms formally is a recent development. Names of hurricanes, military operations, and diseases serve purposes beyond mere differentiation. They convey stories. “If it’s got a name, it has meaning […]
Federal authorities have declared significant water reductions for three Western states relying heavily on the Colorado River. California, Nevada, and Arizona will collectively cut their water usage by 1.25 million acre-feet annually over the next two years, a sum equal to about 1.54 billion cubic meters. Larger reductions might ensue, subject to changing conditions. Arizona […]
The National Hurricane Center (NHC) is observing three disturbances in the Atlantic basin as the region enters its most active period. A notable tropical wave off Africa’s coast shows an increasing development chance for next week. Currently, there are no active tropical cyclones in the Atlantic. Meteorologists monitor emerging tropical waves from Africa because these […]
By Mark OsborneUpdated on: August 22, 2026 / 5:34 PM EDT / CBS News Tropical Storm Moke is set to bring significant rainfall and gusty winds this weekend as it moves south of the Hawaiian Islands. This comes shortly after Hurricane Lala caused major damage in the area. Moke had sustained winds of 50 mph […]
The recent wildfires sweeping across Europe have exposed a significant hazard hidden underneath the burned surfaces: unexploded bombs and mines from World War conflicts. These relics, unused for decades, have become dangerous as the continent faces increasing threats fueled by climate change. Some of these explosives have detonated due to the extreme heat of the […]
Last winter was harsh for marmots living in the high Colorado mountains. Researchers reported that two-thirds of one group perished during hibernation due to sparse snow cover. Those that survived are preparing for the first Fat Marmot Week. Beginning Monday, Fat Marmot Week is similar to the online contest Fat Bear Week. This event is […]
Research shows that nature significantly influences our well-being, enhancing both physical and mental health. This impact extends beyond grand landscapes like parks and forests to simple daily interactions with nature, such as neighborhood walks or listening to rain sounds. The American Psychological Association notes numerous benefits from nature exposure, including improved focus, reduced stress, better […]