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MacIntyre gives middle-finger salute as firm, fast Augusta National bites back at the Masters

The opening round of the Masters on Thursday provided a glimpse of just how difficult a dry, fast Augusta National can play

MacIntyre gives middle-finger salute as firm, fast Augusta National bites back at the Masters
Crime|Environment|Lifestyle|US

Beaver 'arrested' in Toms River after gnawing on residents' nerves

Beaver 'arrested' in Toms River after gnawing on residents' nerves

Beaver 'arrested' in Toms River after gnawing on residents' nerves
Economy|Environment|Health|Lifestyle|Science

Alpha-gal syndrome from Lone Star tick bites "an emerging public health concern in Massachusetts"

Alpha-gal syndrome from Lone Star tick bites "an emerging public health concern in Massachusetts"

Alpha-gal syndrome from Lone Star tick bites "an emerging public health concern in Massachusetts"
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How Vance is navigating peace talks with Iran — and his own political future

How Vance is navigating peace talks with Iran — and his own political future

How Vance is navigating peace talks with Iran — and his own political future
Education|Environment|Science|Technology

I found a new meteor shower, and it comes from an asteroid getting broken down by the Sun

A newly identified meteor shower reveals that intense heat is fragmenting a previously unknown asteroid as it passes too close to the Sun.

I found a new meteor shower, and it comes from an asteroid getting broken down by the Sun
Environment|Science|World

Kilauea eruption episode 44 fountains for over 8 hours; tephra chunks falling in nearby areas

Kilauea eruption episode 44 fountains for over 8 hours; tephra chunks falling in nearby areas

Kilauea eruption episode 44 fountains for over 8 hours; tephra chunks falling in nearby areas
Economy|Education|Environment|Health|Lifestyle|Political|Science

Tobacco is still one of the world’s top killers – here are the key obstacles to enacting generational smoking bans

A few US towns have banned cigarette sales to anyone born after a specific date, and several states are considering this path. A psychologist explains why such measures often face stiff resistance.

Tobacco is still one of the world’s top killers – here are the key obstacles to enacting generational smoking bans
Economy|Environment|Health|Political|World

Gaza marks 6 months of a ceasefire that may offer lessons for the Iran war

Friday marks six months since the ceasefire in Gaza took effect, but progress remains limited

Gaza marks 6 months of a ceasefire that may offer lessons for the Iran war
Business|Economy|Environment|Finance|Technology|World

China's car exports surge as expectations grow for EV pivot on Iran war energy shock

The China Association of Automobile Manufacturers says Chinese exports of passenger cars have accelerated in March

China's car exports surge as expectations grow for EV pivot on Iran war energy shock
Business|Economy|Environment|Political|World

Irish fuel protests enter fourth day as government seeks to head off shortages, open blocked roads

Protests over high fuel prices in Ireland have entered a fourth day, sparking concerns about fuel shortages and emergency services as demonstrators clogged roads and blocked access to refining and distribution sites around the country

Irish fuel protests enter fourth day as government seeks to head off shortages, open blocked roads
Africa|Economy|Environment|Political|Travel|World

A country-by-country glance at Pope Leo XIV's trip to Africa

Pope Leo XIV’s trip to Africa is so dizzying in its complexity it recalls some of the early globetrotting odysseys of St. John Paul II

A country-by-country glance at Pope Leo XIV's trip to Africa
Environment|Europe|Science|World

Citizen 'Frog Patrol' helps amphibians survive a dangerous road journey in Poland

Hundreds of volunteers have joined a "Frog Patrol" initiative in a forest near the Polish capital of Warsaw to help amphibians survive road crossings during their spring mating rituals

Citizen 'Frog Patrol' helps amphibians survive a dangerous road journey in Poland
Business|Economy|Education|Environment|Travel|World

Pope's Africa trip takes him to a source of growth for the church, and critical challenges

Pope Leo XIV is making a long and ambitious odyssey across four African countries -- Algeria, Angola, Cameroon and Equatorial Guinea

Pope's Africa trip takes him to a source of growth for the church, and critical challenges
Business|Economy|Environment|World

The Iran truce may be too late for many African countries

The Iran truce may be too late for many African countries

The Iran truce may be too late for many African countries
Education|Environment|Health|Science|Technology

Why NASA sent ‘organ chips’ of the Artemis II crew into space

Why NASA sent ‘organ chips’ of the Artemis II crew into space

Why NASA sent ‘organ chips’ of the Artemis II crew into space
Business|Economy|Environment|Political|World

Beijing calculates its next steps in Iran ceasefire ahead of Trump's trip to China

With a fragile ceasefire agreement between the U.S. and Iran holding for now, China is considering its role in helping find a durable endgame to the war in the Middle East

Beijing calculates its next steps in Iran ceasefire ahead of Trump's trip to China
Education|Entertainment|Environment|Sports|Travel

Spooner, Wisconsin is home to one of the largest musky hatcheries in the world

Spooner, Wisconsin is home to one of the largest musky hatcheries in the world

Spooner, Wisconsin is home to one of the largest musky hatcheries in the world
Crime|Environment|Health|Interview|US|Videos

DNR officer's extrication by Minnesota Air Rescue Team caught on video

DNR officer's extrication by Minnesota Air Rescue Team caught on video

DNR officer's extrication by Minnesota Air Rescue Team caught on video
Business|Environment|Science|World

Trump administration proposes gutting rules targeting coal plant ash that threatens groundwater

The Environmental Protection Agency has gutted rules that target waste from burning coal

Trump administration proposes gutting rules targeting coal plant ash that threatens groundwater
Business|Environment|Health|Lifestyle

'Bench Bunny' overpopulation causes property damage and ongoing frustration for residents

'Bench Bunny' overpopulation causes property damage and ongoing frustration for residents

'Bench Bunny' overpopulation causes property damage and ongoing frustration for residents
Crime|Environment|Health|Lifestyle

Elderly man and woman rescued from partially submerged car

Elderly man and woman rescued from partially submerged car

Elderly man and woman rescued from partially submerged car
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Cadets recount how ROTC leader and members subdued gunman who targeted them at Old Dominion

Army ROTC cadets who subdued the gunman attacking their classroom at Virginia's Old Dominion University last month are recounting dramatic details publicly for the first time

Cadets recount how ROTC leader and members subdued gunman who targeted them at Old Dominion
Business|Education|Environment|Science|Technology

An Omaha sinkhole went viral. Hundreds of others fall under the radar.

Video of a sinkhole that swallowed two vehicles in Omaha, Nebraska captured attention around the world, but hundreds of others happen with little notice

An Omaha sinkhole went viral. Hundreds of others fall under the radar.
Business|Crime|Economy|Environment|US

Maryland settles with owner and operator of ship that crashed into Baltimore's Key Bridge

Maryland officials have announced a settlement with the owner and operator of the massive cargo ship that crashed into a Baltimore bridge two years ago, causing its deadly collapse

Maryland settles with owner and operator of ship that crashed into Baltimore's Key Bridge
Entertainment|Environment|Health|Lifestyle|US

Horse reunited with owner after being rescued from flooded creek

Horse reunited with owner after being rescued from flooded creek

Horse reunited with owner after being rescued from flooded creek
Education|Environment|Science|World

The world's oldest octopus fossil isn't an octopus after all, scientists say

Scientists have found evidence that a 300-million-year-old sea creature previously thought to be the world's oldest octopus is actually a nautilus relative

The world's oldest octopus fossil isn't an octopus after all, scientists say
Business|Education|Environment|Lifestyle

Charley the cow saved from slaughter after community comes together to help

Charley the cow saved from slaughter after community comes together to help

Charley the cow saved from slaughter after community comes together to help
Americas|Economy|Environment|Political|World

Argentina approves Milei's bill that eases protections for glaciers despite environmental backlash

Argentina's Congress has approved a bill that eases glacier protections to boost mining investments

Argentina approves Milei's bill that eases protections for glaciers despite environmental backlash
Environment|Science|World

The first predictions for hurricane season are in and El Niño’s fingerprints are all over it

The first predictions for hurricane season are in and El Niño’s fingerprints are all over it

The first predictions for hurricane season are in and El Niño’s fingerprints are all over it
Business|Education|Environment|Finance|Health|Lifestyle

Kentucky couple makes special wheelchairs to help people with disabilities explore outdoors

Kentucky couple makes special wheelchairs to help people with disabilities explore outdoors

Kentucky couple makes special wheelchairs to help people with disabilities explore outdoors
Economy|Education|Environment|Health|Science

Toxic dust from California’s shrinking Salton Sea is harming children’s lung growth – our study tracked the impact in 700 kids

A new study reveals how the lake bed’s toxic dust impairs lung development in children living nearby.

Toxic dust from California’s shrinking Salton Sea is harming children’s lung growth – our study tracked the impact in 700 kids
Entertainment|Environment|Lifestyle|Science|Travel

New Yorkers flock to Manhattan park for lovable woodcocks' bobbing strut

American woodcocks continue to attract onlookers in a New York City park

New Yorkers flock to Manhattan park for lovable woodcocks' bobbing strut
Environment|Health|Science

It’s OK to love all the bees (the honey bees, too)

The accusations you might have heard about nonnative honey bees aren’t backed up by evidence. In fact, there are plenty of ways bees make the world a better place.

It’s OK to love all the bees (the honey bees, too)
Business|Environment|Lifestyle|Science

City offers help replacing Colorado lawns with drought-tolerant alternatives​ as drought restrictions tighten

City offers help replacing Colorado lawns with drought-tolerant alternatives​ as drought restrictions tighten

City offers help replacing Colorado lawns with drought-tolerant alternatives​ as drought restrictions tighten
Environment|Science|World

These two iconic polar species have been driven to endangered status by a warming planet

These two iconic polar species have been driven to endangered status by a warming planet

These two iconic polar species have been driven to endangered status by a warming planet
Arts|Business|Economy|Environment|Lifestyle|Travel|World

Japanese town sours on the crowds coming to see cherry blossoms and Mount Fuji

A viral photo of snow-capped Mount Fuji, a red pagoda and cherry blossoms has brought many tourists to a peaceful Japanese town

Japanese town sours on the crowds coming to see cherry blossoms and Mount Fuji
Business|Economy|Environment|Science|Technology

States are struggling to meet their clean energy goals. Data centers are to blame

Nevada's largest utility company says it may not meet its 2030 clean energy goals due to the demands from data centers

States are struggling to meet their clean energy goals. Data centers are to blame
Asia|Australia|Business|Economy|Environment|MidEast|Political|World

Australia moves to shore up fuel supplies as it prepares for extended disruptions

Australia has agreed to underwrite two companies buying fuel at inflated prices, with Prime Minister Anthony Albanese warning of extended supply disruptions even if the Iran ceasefire holds

Australia moves to shore up fuel supplies as it prepares for extended disruptions
Business|Economy|Environment

Oregon appellate ruling in PacifiCorp case could jeopardize $1 billion in wildfire victim damages

An Oregon appeals court has sided with PacifiCorp in a ruling that could possibly jeopardize over $1 billion in damages for victims of the state's devastating 2020 wildfires

Oregon appellate ruling in PacifiCorp case could jeopardize $1 billion in wildfire victim damages
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Former Fort Bragg employee charged with leaking classified information to journalist

Former Fort Bragg employee charged with leaking classified information to journalist

Former Fort Bragg employee charged with leaking classified information to journalist
Business|Crime|Environment|Health|US

Parking garage collapses in Grays Ferry, Philadelphia; 1 dead, search for 2 others underway

Parking garage collapses in Grays Ferry, Philadelphia; 1 dead, search for 2 others underway

Parking garage collapses in Grays Ferry, Philadelphia; 1 dead, search for 2 others underway
Education|Environment|Science|Technology

‘It really bent your mind’: The life-altering phenomenon astronauts experience in space

‘It really bent your mind’: The life-altering phenomenon astronauts experience in space

‘It really bent your mind’: The life-altering phenomenon astronauts experience in space
Business|Economy|Environment|Finance|Science|US|World

'Climate change is kicking our butts.' March smashes heat records for continental US

March has been the hottest month on record for the continental United States in 132 years, according to federal weather data

'Climate change is kicking our butts.' March smashes heat records for continental US
Business|Economy|Education|Environment|Health|Lifestyle

San Joaquin County seniors, veterans get free public rides through local nonprofit

San Joaquin County seniors, veterans get free public rides through local nonprofit

San Joaquin County seniors, veterans get free public rides through local nonprofit
Business|Economy|Environment|Food|Health|Science

Oyster farmers question the reopening of bays after oil spill

Oyster farmers question the reopening of bays after oil spill

Oyster farmers question the reopening of bays after oil spill
Education|Environment|Lifestyle|Science|Technology

Weber State students show local residents innovative ways to cut energy use, lower bills

Weber State students show local residents innovative ways to cut energy use, lower bills

Weber State students show local residents innovative ways to cut energy use, lower bills
Education|Environment|Science

Reclaiming the Range: Northern Colorado's 11-year journey to restore the west's most iconic species

Reclaiming the Range: Northern Colorado's 11-year journey to restore the west's most iconic species

Reclaiming the Range: Northern Colorado's 11-year journey to restore the west's most iconic species
Economy|Environment|Political|Science|Technology|World

Mexico’s president weighs fracking to curb reliance on US natural gas

Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum has announced plans to tap into unconventional natural gas deposits to reduce reliance on foreign energy

Mexico’s president weighs fracking to curb reliance on US natural gas
Business|Environment|Sports|World

Fire breaks out at Rio de Janeiro Olympic Park; no injuries reported

A fire has broken out at Rio de Janeiro's Olympic Park velodrome, prompting a major emergency response

Fire breaks out at Rio de Janeiro Olympic Park; no injuries reported
Crime|Education|Environment|Health|Lifestyle

City honors 11-year-old girl, woman for saving child from drowning

City honors 11-year-old girl, woman for saving child from drowning

City honors 11-year-old girl, woman for saving child from drowning
Arts|Education|Entertainment|Environment|Sports

Masters in bloom: More than azaleas and dogwood make up golf's most beautiful garden

Everyone knows about the azaleas and dogwoods at Augusta National during the Masters

Masters in bloom: More than azaleas and dogwood make up golf's most beautiful garden
Economy|Environment|Political|Science|World

Zeldin tells climate skeptics to 'celebrate vindication' after repeal of baseline climate rule

The head of the Environmental Protection Agency on Wednesday defended his decision to repeal the legal determination that serves as the basis for federal rules to slow climate change

Zeldin tells climate skeptics to 'celebrate vindication' after repeal of baseline climate rule
Education|Environment|Science|Sports

Michigan DNR reports finding 15-pound walleye in Muskegon River

Michigan DNR reports finding 15-pound walleye in Muskegon River

Michigan DNR reports finding 15-pound walleye in Muskegon River
Arts|Entertainment|Environment|Sports|Travel

Walking this golf course is now a botanist’s dream

Walking this golf course is now a botanist’s dream

Walking this golf course is now a botanist’s dream
Business|Crime|Education|Entertainment|Environment|Lifestyle

Woman fights off offender after being groped on CTA Red Line train in the Loop

Woman fights off offender after being groped on CTA Red Line train in the Loop

Woman fights off offender after being groped on CTA Red Line train in the Loop
Environment

Flood risk continues through Friday as a storm system brings numerous rounds of rain to the islands

Flood risk continues through Friday as a storm system brings numerous rounds of rain to the islands

Flood risk continues through Friday as a storm system brings numerous rounds of rain to the islands
Business|Education|Environment|Lifestyle|Science

Habitat loss from development pushes more black bears into the city

Habitat loss from development pushes more black bears into the city

Habitat loss from development pushes more black bears into the city
Environment|Science|Technology

High-altitude balloons set to fly over the ArkLaTex

High-altitude balloons set to fly over the ArkLaTex

High-altitude balloons set to fly over the ArkLaTex
Environment|Science|Technology|US|World

Fireball spotted in Pennsylvania, New Jersey, Delaware traveled at 30,000 mph before disintegrating, NASA says

Fireball spotted in Pennsylvania, New Jersey, Delaware traveled at 30,000 mph before disintegrating, NASA says

Fireball spotted in Pennsylvania, New Jersey, Delaware traveled at 30,000 mph before disintegrating, NASA says
Economy|Environment|World

'I'm going there.' Oil drilling fuels a migrant surge in isolated city in Brazil's Amazon

Exploratory oil drilling off the coast of Brazil's Amazon rainforest are reshaping life in Oiapoque, a small city in the poor state of Amapa that is receiving thousand of migrants looking for work

'I'm going there.' Oil drilling fuels a migrant surge in isolated city in Brazil's Amazon
Business|Economy|Environment|Science|Technology|World

Takeaways from AP’s story on how oil drilling is fueling a migrant surge in Brazil's Amazon

Exploratory oil drilling off the coast of Brazil’s Amazon rainforest is reshaping life in Oiapoque, a small city in the poor state of Amapa that is receiving thousand of migrants looking for work

Takeaways from AP’s story on how oil drilling is fueling a migrant surge in Brazil's Amazon
Business|Economy|Environment|Finance|World

In an uncertain environment for corporate giving, Liberty Mutual Foundation launches $600M endowment

Tariff-driven uncertainty, rising costs and tax law changes have prompted many companies to reconsider their strategies

In an uncertain environment for corporate giving, Liberty Mutual Foundation launches $600M endowment
Environment|Science

City animals act in the same brazen ways around the world

Cities breed smart wildlife because it takes savvy to survive there.

City animals act in the same brazen ways around the world
Economy|Education|Environment|Health|Political

Philadelphia’s 40-year history of protecting undocumented immigrants began with churches hiding refugees from El Salvador

A historian explores how religious congregations, activists and city officials have supported undocumented immigrants in Philadelphia over the past 40 years.

Philadelphia’s 40-year history of protecting undocumented immigrants began with churches hiding refugees from El Salvador
Economy|Environment|Science|Technology

Water conservation works, but climate change is outpacing it: Phoenix, Denver and Las Vegas offer a glimpse of the future

Cities have the best chance of reducing water use when people actively participate in water conservation, but even that might not be enough in the future.

Water conservation works, but climate change is outpacing it: Phoenix, Denver and Las Vegas offer a glimpse of the future
Environment|Health|Science|World

Mutual aid and self-sufficiency are key to life near USSR’s contaminated nuclear test zone in Kazakhstan

When I talk about my anthropological fieldwork, many Americans are shocked to learn that “living on a nuclear test site” is even a logical statement.

Mutual aid and self-sufficiency are key to life near USSR’s contaminated nuclear test zone in Kazakhstan
Environment|Science|Technology|Travel|World

Artemis II astronauts channel Apollo 8 with a striking Earthset photo

The Artemis II astronauts are now forever intertwined with Apollo 8

Artemis II astronauts channel Apollo 8 with a striking Earthset photo
Business|Economy|Education|Environment|Finance|Health|Political|US

Sen. Elissa Slotkin sits down with Trump voters in Iowa while campaigning for Democrats

Michigan U.S. Sen. Elissa Slotkin is in Iowa to support Democratic congressional candidates and gather insights on how Democrats could win over President Donald Trump's supporters

Sen. Elissa Slotkin sits down with Trump voters in Iowa while campaigning for Democrats
Americas|Economy|Environment|Political|World

Hundreds of Cuban women rally against US energy blockade as crisis deepens

Hundreds of Cuban women have gathered in Havana to decry a U.S. energy embargo and other measures imposed by U.S. President Donald Trump that are strangling the Caribbean island

Hundreds of Cuban women rally against US energy blockade as crisis deepens
Crime|Education|Environment|Health

Texas officials investigating hundreds of complaints against Camp Mystic amid license renewal bid

Texas health regulators have told Camp Mystic’s owners they are investigating hundreds of complaints following last year’s deadly floods that killed 27 girls

Texas officials investigating hundreds of complaints against Camp Mystic amid license renewal bid
Business|Environment|Technology|Travel|World

Travelers will face limits on how many chargers they can carry as airlines try to reduce fire risks

Travelers will soon face restrictions on how many portable chargers they can carry on a flight as airlines continue to try to reduce the risk of another lithium battery fire aboard their jets

Travelers will face limits on how many chargers they can carry as airlines try to reduce fire risks
Business|Economy|Environment|Finance|Stock Markets|Travel|US

Delta joins the growing list of US airlines raising checked bag fees as jet fuel costs soar

Delta Air lines is joining a growing list of U.S. carriers raising checked bag fees

Delta joins the growing list of US airlines raising checked bag fees as jet fuel costs soar
Environment|Science|World

A Super El Niño is coming. Here’s how a hotter ocean could change the weather near you

A Super El Niño is coming. Here’s how a hotter ocean could change the weather near you

A Super El Niño is coming. Here’s how a hotter ocean could change the weather near you
Business|Celebrity|Crime|Economy|Education|Election|Entertainment|Environment|Europe|Finance|Health|Lifestyle|MidEast|Political

Tanner Horner pleads guilty in killing of 7-year-old Athena Strand, case moves to sentencing phase

Tanner Horner pleads guilty in killing of 7-year-old Athena Strand, case moves to sentencing phase

Tanner Horner pleads guilty in killing of 7-year-old Athena Strand, case moves to sentencing phase
Education|Environment|Health|Technology

School buses stocked with lifesaving kits

School buses stocked with lifesaving kits

School buses stocked with lifesaving kits
Economy|Environment|Science

Why the Persian Gulf has more oil and gas than anywhere else on Earth

For sheer abundance and ease of production of oil and natural gas, it simply doesn’t get any better than the Persian Gulf region.

Why the Persian Gulf has more oil and gas than anywhere else on Earth
Environment

Albuquerque Fire Rescue expands fleet with new UTVs, type 3 engine

Albuquerque Fire Rescue expands fleet with new UTVs, type 3 engine

Albuquerque Fire Rescue expands fleet with new UTVs, type 3 engine
Crime|Economy|Education|Environment|Health

Stockton has become dumping ground for abandoned dogs, animal rescues say

Stockton has become dumping ground for abandoned dogs, animal rescues say

Stockton has become dumping ground for abandoned dogs, animal rescues say
Crime|Education|Environment|Health|Lifestyle

Lexington community still healing 1 year after fatal gas explosion

Lexington community still healing 1 year after fatal gas explosion

Lexington community still healing 1 year after fatal gas explosion
Business|Economy|Environment|Lifestyle|Travel

California gas prices turn residents to Amtrak

California gas prices turn residents to Amtrak

California gas prices turn residents to Amtrak
Education|Entertainment|Environment|Health|Lifestyle

RobCo Wildlife Rescue gives injured backyard bunnies a second chance

RobCo Wildlife Rescue gives injured backyard bunnies a second chance

RobCo Wildlife Rescue gives injured backyard bunnies a second chance
Environment

Environmental groups urge appeals court panel to lift halt on closing Florida's 'Alligator Alcatraz'

Environmental groups have asked a federal appellate court panel to lift its temporary halt on closing an immigration detention center in the Florida Everglades

Environmental groups urge appeals court panel to lift halt on closing Florida's 'Alligator Alcatraz'
Business|Economy|Environment|Technology

Deere & Co agrees to pay $99 million to settle 'right to repair' lawsuit

Deere & Co. has agreed to pay $99 million as part of a settlement that would resolve a class action lawsuit accusing the farm equipment giant of monopolizing repair services

Deere & Co agrees to pay $99 million to settle 'right to repair' lawsuit
Crime|Environment|Travel|US|Videos

Flooding strands drivers and prompts more than a dozen rescues over the holiday weekend

Flooding strands drivers and prompts more than a dozen rescues over the holiday weekend

Flooding strands drivers and prompts more than a dozen rescues over the holiday weekend
Crime|Education|Environment|Health|Lifestyle|US

Motorcycle crash ends in flames near kids; far West Side residents urge need for speed bumps

Motorcycle crash ends in flames near kids; far West Side residents urge need for speed bumps

Motorcycle crash ends in flames near kids; far West Side residents urge need for speed bumps
Arts|Crime|Entertainment|Environment|Lifestyle|Science

Uber driver finds python left behind by passengers who attended Philadelphia reptile show

Uber driver finds python left behind by passengers who attended Philadelphia reptile show

Uber driver finds python left behind by passengers who attended Philadelphia reptile show
Business|Economy|Education|Environment|Finance|Health

Black-led nonprofits didn't see the lasting funding boosts promised after 2020's racial reckoning

New research reveals that financial gains for many Black-led nonprofits after George Floyd’s murder were short-lived

Black-led nonprofits didn't see the lasting funding boosts promised after 2020's racial reckoning
Business|Economy|Environment|Finance|World

Stopgap measures aren't enough to halt rising prices as the world scrambles for more oil

Global leaders have been scrambling to contain the rising cost of oil and gasoline since the start of the Iran war

Stopgap measures aren't enough to halt rising prices as the world scrambles for more oil
Business|Economy|Environment|World

Red lights are flashing on the scarcity of oil

Red lights are flashing on the scarcity of oil

Red lights are flashing on the scarcity of oil
Asia|Business|Economy|Environment|Political|World

Vietnam elects Communist Party chief as president, echoing China's power structure

Vietnam has unanimously elected Communist Party leader To Lam as president, consolidating his control over both party and state

Vietnam elects Communist Party chief as president, echoing China's power structure
Business|Economy|Environment|Political|World

Trump widens threat to all of Iran's power plants and bridges as his deadline for a deal approaches

President Donald Trump has expanded his threat against Iran to include all power plants and bridges as his Tuesday ultimatum approaches

Trump widens threat to all of Iran's power plants and bridges as his deadline for a deal approaches
Crime|Education|Environment|Technology|Travel

Car shell suspended on rock face above British Columbia highway in apparent prank

Authorities in British Columbia have urged people to stay away from a rock face above a highway in the Canadian province where a Volkswagen Beetle shell was suspended in an apparent prank by engineering students

Car shell suspended on rock face above British Columbia highway in apparent prank
Business|Entertainment|Environment|Sports

Rays are victorious in return to Tropicana Field after Hurricane Milton tore off the roof in 2024

With cowbells ringing in the stands, Bryan Baker was fired up after striking out Pete Crow-Armstrong to give the Tampa Bay Rays a triumphant return to Tropicana Field

Rays are victorious in return to Tropicana Field after Hurricane Milton tore off the roof in 2024
Business|Crime|Environment|Sports|Travel

Analysis by avalanche experts questions decisions by guides on deadly California backcountry trip

An investigation has found that nine backcountry skiers killed in the deadliest avalanche in modern California history were being guided through dangerous terrain when safer routes were available

Analysis by avalanche experts questions decisions by guides on deadly California backcountry trip
Environment|Health|Science

How does spider venom damage human cells? Researchers uncover the killer mechanism of recluse spider toxin

Not all spider venoms are created equal. Some are harmless to people, while others can be quite dangerous.

How does spider venom damage human cells? Researchers uncover the killer mechanism of recluse spider toxin
Business|Economy|Environment|Sports|US|World

Winter weather forecasts force Mets, Guardians and White Sox to move up Tuesday starts to afternoon

The anticipation of winter weather has forced the New York Mets, Cleveland Guardians and Chicago White Sox to change scheduled night games to afternoon starts on Tuesday

Winter weather forecasts force Mets, Guardians and White Sox to move up Tuesday starts to afternoon
Crime|Economy|Education|Environment|Political

DeSantis signs Florida law to label groups as terrorists and expel student supporters

Gov. Ron DeSantis has signed a law allowing Florida leaders to label groups as domestic or foreign terrorist organizations

DeSantis signs Florida law to label groups as terrorists and expel student supporters
Economy|Environment|Food|Science

Hormuz closure threatens the global food supply – why grocery price hikes are coming

Fertilizer is more expensive and in shorter supply. Without the right amounts of fertilizer at specific times, yields drop, food prices increase and food shortages result.

Hormuz closure threatens the global food supply – why grocery price hikes are coming
Americas|Economy|Environment|Political|World

2 US lawmakers visiting Cuba denounce island's 'economic bombing' under energy blockade

Two U.S. lawmakers are calling for a permanent solution to Cuba’s crises after witnessing the effects of a U.S. energy blockade during an official visit to the island

2 US lawmakers visiting Cuba denounce island's 'economic bombing' under energy blockade
Environment|Health|Lifestyle|Travel

Man foraging 100 percent of his food for an entire year

Man foraging 100 percent of his food for an entire year

Man foraging 100 percent of his food for an entire year
Business|Crime|Economy|Environment|Health

Family fights state over oil leaking into their home

Family fights state over oil leaking into their home

Family fights state over oil leaking into their home
Business|Education|Environment|Science|Technology

Iowa State develops AI tool to help farmers identify and remove pests

Iowa State develops AI tool to help farmers identify and remove pests

Iowa State develops AI tool to help farmers identify and remove pests
Business|Economy|Environment|Lifestyle|Travel

Tampa Bay marinas, boaters feeling gas price pains

Tampa Bay marinas, boaters feeling gas price pains

Tampa Bay marinas, boaters feeling gas price pains
Business|Economy|Environment|Food|Lifestyle|Technology

App helping restaurants cut waste while giving diners deals

App helping restaurants cut waste while giving diners deals

App helping restaurants cut waste while giving diners deals
Business|Economy|Environment|Finance|US

If fuel prices don't come back down, seafood prices could go up in Maine and the US

If fuel prices don't come back down, seafood prices could go up in Maine and the US

If fuel prices don't come back down, seafood prices could go up in Maine and the US
Business|Economy|Environment

Low-voltage utility elections face surge of attention as electricity bills rise

Skyrocketing power demand from massive data centers and rising household electric bills are injecting a wave of attention into who is getting elected to watch over electric utilities

Low-voltage utility elections face surge of attention as electricity bills rise
Business|Economy|Environment|Science|World

A freakishly dry spring is literally changing the landscape in Colorado

A freakishly dry spring is literally changing the landscape in Colorado

A freakishly dry spring is literally changing the landscape in Colorado
Environment|Europe|Science|World

After harsh winter, Ukrainians find joy in releasing bats rescued from war

Children and volunteers gathered at a nature park on the edge of Kyiv to release bats into the night sky

After harsh winter, Ukrainians find joy in releasing bats rescued from war
Environment|Health|Science|World

A gray whale that swam 20 miles up a Washington state river is found dead

A juvenile gray whale that swam 20 miles up a river in Washington state has been found dead

A gray whale that swam 20 miles up a Washington state river is found dead
Economy|Environment|Political|Science|Technology|World

As 4 astronauts aim to make history at the moon, Trump recommends slashing NASA’s budget

As 4 astronauts aim to make history at the moon, Trump recommends slashing NASA’s budget

As 4 astronauts aim to make history at the moon, Trump recommends slashing NASA’s budget
Crime|Entertainment|Environment|Health|Lifestyle|US

Video shows fox attacking woman

Video shows fox attacking woman

Video shows fox attacking woman
Education|Entertainment|Environment|Lifestyle|Travel

Annual Easter celebration brings families to Maryland Zoo

Annual Easter celebration brings families to Maryland Zoo

Annual Easter celebration brings families to Maryland Zoo
Arts|Education|Entertainment|Environment|Lifestyle|Science|Technology

Mourning for dinosaurs, 65 million years too late

Mourning for dinosaurs, 65 million years too late

Mourning for dinosaurs, 65 million years too late
Environment|Europe|MidEast|Political|World

Pope Leo urges those who ‘unleash wars’ to choose peace in his first Easter message

Pope Leo urges those who ‘unleash wars’ to choose peace in his first Easter message

Pope Leo urges those who ‘unleash wars’ to choose peace in his first Easter message
Economy|Environment|Health|World

Aid groups warn Iran war is hindering food and medicine from reaching millions

Aid groups are warning that the war in the Middle East has upended their ability to get food and medicine to millions in need and that more people will suffer if the violence continues

Aid groups warn Iran war is hindering food and medicine from reaching millions
Business|Economy|Environment|Health|Lifestyle|Political|Sports

Workers plan to halt strike at major US meatpacking plant and resume negotiations

Workers at one of the nation’s largest meatpacking plants plan to return to work next week and halt a three-week strike in order to resume negotiations with the plant's owner

Workers plan to halt strike at major US meatpacking plant and resume negotiations
Business|Crime|Environment|US|World

Southern California wildfire mostly contained as officials lift many evacuation orders

A smoky wildfire in Southern California that broke out Friday morning was mostly under control Saturday afternoon

Southern California wildfire mostly contained as officials lift many evacuation orders
Arts|Business|Economy|Environment|Health|World

The global oil crisis is turning into an everything crisis

The global oil crisis is turning into an everything crisis

The global oil crisis is turning into an everything crisis
Business|Environment|Science|World

Floods, landslides triggered by heavy rain in Afghanistan leave 77 dead in 10 days, authorities say

The Afghanistan Disaster Management Authority says widespread flooding, landslides and lightning strikes triggered by heavy rain and storms across the country have left 77 people dead and 137 injured over the past 10 days

Floods, landslides triggered by heavy rain in Afghanistan leave 77 dead in 10 days, authorities say
Environment|Health|Political|Science|World

Death toll from Afghan quake rises, including 8 members of refugee family returned from Iran

A 5.8 magnitude earthquake has struck northern Afghanistan, killing at least eight members of a refugee family near Kabul

Death toll from Afghan quake rises, including 8 members of refugee family returned from Iran
Education|Environment|Science

Fossils from China show complex life evolved millions of years earlier than once thought

Fossils from China show complex life evolved millions of years earlier than once thought

Fossils from China show complex life evolved millions of years earlier than once thought
Business|Economy|Environment|Finance|Political|World

European ministers call for profit caps on energy companies as Iran war drives price surge

Finance ministers from five European Union member states are urging the bloc to introduce a windfall tax on energy companies as surging oil and gas prices raise inflation fears

European ministers call for profit caps on energy companies as Iran war drives price surge
Business|Crime|Economy|Education|Environment|Health|Lifestyle|US

Crews battle fast-growing wildfire in windy Southern California that's forced some to evacuate

Crews are battling a smoky and fast-growing wildfire in windy Southern California that has forced some residents to evacuate and a community college to temporarily close its doors

Crews battle fast-growing wildfire in windy Southern California that's forced some to evacuate
Business|Economy|Environment|Political|World

The Latest: US A-10 attack aircraft was hit by Iranian air defense forces, says Iran’s state media

One crew member has been recued after an American aircraft was shot down in Iran

The Latest: US A-10 attack aircraft was hit by Iranian air defense forces, says Iran’s state media
Business|Environment

Trump administration to rejoin offshore drilling agencies separated after 2010 Gulf oil spill

The Trump administration said Friday it is rejoining two agencies that were split up in the aftermath of the 2010 Gulf oil spill

Trump administration to rejoin offshore drilling agencies separated after 2010 Gulf oil spill
Crime|Environment|Health|Lifestyle|World

‘I’m not dying here’: Father of 3 describes rescue from flash flooding

‘I’m not dying here’: Father of 3 describes rescue from flash flooding

‘I’m not dying here’: Father of 3 describes rescue from flash flooding
Crime|Environment|Health|Lifestyle

Dog survives bear attack while guarding family's chickens

Dog survives bear attack while guarding family's chickens

Dog survives bear attack while guarding family's chickens
Americas|Arts|Business|Crime|Education|Entertainment|Environment|Europe|Finance|Health|Lifestyle|Political

Mother accused of forcing unneeded medical treatments on son, warrant says

Mother accused of forcing unneeded medical treatments on son, warrant says

Mother accused of forcing unneeded medical treatments on son, warrant says
Crime|Environment|US

New Jersey state troopers rescue bear cub from highway ditch

State police troopers came to the rescue of a bear cub found in a ditch along the side of a major interstate highway in northern New Jersey

New Jersey state troopers rescue bear cub from highway ditch
Business|Economy|Environment|Finance|Travel

United Airlines raises bag fees amid rising fuel costs and introduces tiered premium fares

United Airlines is raising checked bag fees starting Friday

United Airlines raises bag fees amid rising fuel costs and introduces tiered premium fares
Business|Economy|Education|Environment|Food|Health|Lifestyle|Science

Raw dairy farm recalls some cheese products as FDA investigates E. coli outbreak

A California producer of raw milk and cheese products is recalling some of its products under pressure from federal officials

Raw dairy farm recalls some cheese products as FDA investigates E. coli outbreak
Arts|Business|Economy|Education|Entertainment|Environment|Finance|Opinion|Science|Sports|Technology|Travel|World

Why one Las Vegas newspaper just stopped printing its rival

The Las Vegas Review-Journal will no longer print its rival the Las Vegas Sun for the first time in decades, sharpening a longtime legal dispute between the southern Nevada newspapers

Why one Las Vegas newspaper just stopped printing its rival
Education|Environment

Schools awarded $1.5M FEMA grant for safe room

Schools awarded $1.5M FEMA grant for safe room

Schools awarded $1.5M FEMA grant for safe room
Environment|Science|Technology|World

NASA releases stunning first images of Earth taken by the Artemis II astronauts

NASA releases stunning first images of Earth taken by the Artemis II astronauts

NASA releases stunning first images of Earth taken by the Artemis II astronauts
Business|Economy|Environment|Finance|Technology

What a surprisingly strong March jobs report means in the face of war

What a surprisingly strong March jobs report means in the face of war

What a surprisingly strong March jobs report means in the face of war
Arts|Education|Entertainment|Environment|Lifestyle|Science

Why Americans give: New research finds 5 distinct profiles for generosity

Different kinds of Americans are generous in different ways.

Why Americans give: New research finds 5 distinct profiles for generosity
Arts|Economy|Environment|Europe|Food|Interview

Fast food consumption is soaring in the cradle of haute cuisine. Quelle horreur!

Fast food consumption is soaring in the cradle of haute cuisine. Quelle horreur!

Fast food consumption is soaring in the cradle of haute cuisine. Quelle horreur!
Business|Education|Environment|Health|Lifestyle

Massachusetts heart transplant recipient's foundation offers underserved communities improved access to health care

Massachusetts heart transplant recipient's foundation offers underserved communities improved access to health care

Massachusetts heart transplant recipient's foundation offers underserved communities improved access to health care
Business|Economy|Environment|Finance|Travel

Despite soaring jet fuel prices, air fares aren’t up that much. But they will be

Despite soaring jet fuel prices, air fares aren’t up that much. But they will be

Despite soaring jet fuel prices, air fares aren’t up that much. But they will be
Business|Economy|Environment|Political|World

The Latest: Hegseth asks US Army’s top uniformed officer to step down during Iran war

The U.S. Army’s top uniformed officer has been asked to step down by Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth

The Latest: Hegseth asks US Army’s top uniformed officer to step down during Iran war
Business|Economy|Environment|MidEast|Political|World

No sign of war winding down in Mideast as Friday dawns with attacks across region

There has been little sign Friday of the war in the Mideast winding down as Israel says it faced incoming fire from Iran, and Kuwait and Bahrain also reported being under attack

No sign of war winding down in Mideast as Friday dawns with attacks across region
Environment|Health|Science|US

EPA moves to designate microplastics and pharmaceuticals as contaminants in drinking water

The Environmental Protection Agency proposed Thursday to include microplastics and pharmaceuticals on a list of contaminants in drinking water for the first time, a step that could eventually lead to new limits on those substances for water utilities

EPA moves to designate microplastics and pharmaceuticals as contaminants in drinking water
Business|Economy|Environment|Health|Lifestyle|Science

EPA claims ‘major win’ on drinking water safety, but regulations may be years away

EPA claims ‘major win’ on drinking water safety, but regulations may be years away

EPA claims ‘major win’ on drinking water safety, but regulations may be years away
Business|Economy|Environment|Finance|Stock Markets|Technology|World

Tesla sales rise after brutal year of Musk boycotts but still fall short of expectations

Sales of Tesla vehicles rose in the last three months after a brutal year of boycotts over Elon Musk’s politics but still fell short of expectations

Tesla sales rise after brutal year of Musk boycotts but still fall short of expectations
Business|Economy|Environment

Skyrocketing diesel costs impact fishing industry on the Central Coast

Skyrocketing diesel costs impact fishing industry on the Central Coast

Skyrocketing diesel costs impact fishing industry on the Central Coast
Crime|Economy|Environment|Travel|World

Train carrying more than 100 passengers slams into garbage truck in South Carolina, officials say

Train carrying more than 100 passengers slams into garbage truck in South Carolina, officials say

Train carrying more than 100 passengers slams into garbage truck in South Carolina, officials say
Crime|Economy|Environment|Finance|US

Property owner fined $50K for 'illegally pruning trees' cited by insurer

Property owner fined $50K for 'illegally pruning trees' cited by insurer

Property owner fined $50K for 'illegally pruning trees' cited by insurer
Crime|Education|Environment|Health

School leader using new wastewater testing results to warn about drugs

School leader using new wastewater testing results to warn about drugs

School leader using new wastewater testing results to warn about drugs
Crime|Environment|Health|Political

Inspection finds dozens of violations of detention standards at a major immigration camp in Texas

An inspection at the nation’s largest immigration detention facility found dozens of violations of national standards that potentially exposed detainees to excessive force, disease, and other unsafe conditions

Inspection finds dozens of violations of detention standards at a major immigration camp in Texas
Education|Environment|Science

How we came to be: Scientists get first look at the evolution of early complex animals

Scientists have discovered fossils in China that reveal a crucial transition from simple to complex life on Earth

How we came to be: Scientists get first look at the evolution of early complex animals
Education|Environment|Lifestyle|Science|Technology

Meet the weather observer helping NWS for almost 50 years

Meet the weather observer helping NWS for almost 50 years

Meet the weather observer helping NWS for almost 50 years
Environment|Science

Eagles in Omaha: How the raptors are adapting to suburban environments

Eagles in Omaha: How the raptors are adapting to suburban environments

Eagles in Omaha: How the raptors are adapting to suburban environments
Arts|Crime|Environment|Lifestyle|US

'Burning sage to cleanse the house': Family escapes to safety after home catches fire

'Burning sage to cleanse the house': Family escapes to safety after home catches fire

'Burning sage to cleanse the house': Family escapes to safety after home catches fire
Environment|Europe|World

Saharan dust storm turns Greek sky red as winds and flooding leave 1 person dead

A late winter rainstorm that lashed southern Greece over the last 24 hours turned the sky a surreal red, felled trees and resulted in the death of one man

Saharan dust storm turns Greek sky red as winds and flooding leave 1 person dead
Business|Economy|Environment|Finance|Travel

Gas station shocks drivers with prices near $10 a gallon

Gas station shocks drivers with prices near $10 a gallon

Gas station shocks drivers with prices near $10 a gallon
Environment|Science|World

World's oldest known tortoise still very much alive despite rumor to the contrary

Reports of the death of Jonathan, the world’s oldest living land animal, have been greatly exaggerated

World's oldest known tortoise still very much alive despite rumor to the contrary
Crime|Environment|Health

Residents blast city response after home explosion leaves woman critically injured

Residents blast city response after home explosion leaves woman critically injured

Residents blast city response after home explosion leaves woman critically injured
Business|Environment|Health|Lifestyle|Science

Magic mushroom-infused products appear in Colorado gas stations – what public health officials want consumers to know

Hallucinogenic chocolate bars were removed from six Denver-area gas stations.

Magic mushroom-infused products appear in Colorado gas stations – what public health officials want consumers to know
Economy|Education|Environment|Health

Doctors prescribing books to help children traumatized by Minnesota ICE surge

Doctors prescribing books to help children traumatized by Minnesota ICE surge

Doctors prescribing books to help children traumatized by Minnesota ICE surge
Economy|Education|Environment|Opinion|Science|Technology

From Artemis II to ‘Project Hail Mary’, spaceflight captures audiences when it centers on people because human space travel is hazardous

Space is extremely dangerous, but people can still do more than robotic explorers can – in terms of technical achievements and inspiring public interest.

From Artemis II to ‘Project Hail Mary’, spaceflight captures audiences when it centers on people because human space travel is hazardous
Arts|Education|Environment|Health|Opinion|Political

Irresponsible parental gun ownership could become a factor in custody disputes

Evolving views about parental gun ownership and liability will likely have ramifications in custody battles.

Irresponsible parental gun ownership could become a factor in custody disputes
Entertainment|Environment|Lifestyle|US

Residents say postal workers won't deliver mail on their street due to turkey takeover

Residents say postal workers won't deliver mail on their street due to turkey takeover

Residents say postal workers won't deliver mail on their street due to turkey takeover
Education|Environment|Science|Technology|World

Sunken warship found off Danish coast after 225 years in ‘remarkable’ discovery

Sunken warship found off Danish coast after 225 years in ‘remarkable’ discovery

Sunken warship found off Danish coast after 225 years in ‘remarkable’ discovery
Business|Education|Environment|Lifestyle|Travel

A scenic escape along Louisiana’s Creole Nature Trail

A scenic escape along Louisiana’s Creole Nature Trail

A scenic escape along Louisiana’s Creole Nature Trail
Education|Environment|Health|Science|Technology

Better urban design could help save Florida’s threatened Big Cypress fox squirrel

The Big Cypress fox squirrel is losing its habitat to urban and suburban development. But a few design changes could help to save this and other species.

Better urban design could help save Florida’s threatened Big Cypress fox squirrel
Environment|Science|Technology|World

Bypass the Strait of Hormuz with nuclear explosives? The US studied that in Panama and Colombia in the 1960s

For decades, the US seriously pursued the idea of ‘peaceful nuclear explosions.’

Bypass the Strait of Hormuz with nuclear explosives? The US studied that in Panama and Colombia in the 1960s
Economy|Environment|Europe|MidEast|Political|US|World

Europe didn’t want an Iran war, yet Trump is saddling it with the consequences

Europe didn’t want an Iran war, yet Trump is saddling it with the consequences

Europe didn’t want an Iran war, yet Trump is saddling it with the consequences
Business|Economy|Environment

Dizzying US fuel prices are determined by factors largely outside of a gas station's control

U.S. gas prices are climbing fast, and drivers are paying the highest pump prices since 2022 as the Iran war shakes oil markets

Dizzying US fuel prices are determined by factors largely outside of a gas station's control
Business|Economy|Environment|Science|World

‘Like relying on a drug dealer:’ The world’s dependence on oil and gas has exposed a dangerous vulnerability

‘Like relying on a drug dealer:’ The world’s dependence on oil and gas has exposed a dangerous vulnerability

‘Like relying on a drug dealer:’ The world’s dependence on oil and gas has exposed a dangerous vulnerability
Environment|Science|Travel|World

How a seabird native to Hawaii has adapted to life in Honolulu's concrete jungle

A seabird native to Hawaii is flourishing in the middle of Honolulu's concrete towers, traffic-clogged roads and Waikiki hotels

How a seabird native to Hawaii has adapted to life in Honolulu's concrete jungle
Business|Economy|Environment|World

$200 oil isn’t as crazy as it sounds

$200 oil isn’t as crazy as it sounds

$200 oil isn’t as crazy as it sounds
Business|Economy|Education|Environment|Political|World

New Zealand and Cook Islands sign a defense pact, easing tensions over a China deal

New Zealand and Cook Islands have signed a defense and security pact, easing over a year of tension between them

New Zealand and Cook Islands sign a defense pact, easing tensions over a China deal
Business|Economy|Environment|Science|Technology|World

New funding transforms lives by expanding electricity access across Africa

Expanding electricity access is transforming lives across Africa, from Nairobi’s informal settlements to rural fishing communities in western Kenya

New funding transforms lives by expanding electricity access across Africa
Asia|Environment|Science|World

Earthquake off Indonesia topples buildings, kills 1 person and sets off small tsunami

An undersea magnitude 7.4 earthquake toppled buildings in parts of northern Indonesia, sent people fleeing from their homes, killed at least one person and generated a small tsunami

Earthquake off Indonesia topples buildings, kills 1 person and sets off small tsunami
Business|Economy|Environment|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US|World

Trump says US forces will 'finish the job' soon in first prime-time speech since starting Iran war

President Donald Trump says U_S_ forces will “finish the job” in Iran soon as “core strategic objectives are nearing completion.”

Trump says US forces will 'finish the job' soon in first prime-time speech since starting Iran war
Business|Crime|Economy|Environment|MidEast|Political|US|World

The Latest: Trump addresses the nation on the US war effort in Iran

U.S. President Donald Trump’s prime-time address at 9 p.m. EDT offers an update on the progress made toward achieving his goals in the war with Iran, which are to destroy the country’s missile production and Navy, ensure its proxies can no longer destabilize the region and guarantee Iran does not obtain a nuclear weapon

The Latest: Trump addresses the nation on the US war effort in Iran
Business|Crime|Economy|Environment|Lifestyle|World

Activist's group accused of 'terrorist attack' in collision with Antarctic krill trawler

An activist ship operated by the Captain Paul Watson Foundation struck a Norwegian krill trawler in Antarctic waters, raising accusations by its owner that it amounted to a “terroristic attack” against legal fishing activities

Activist's group accused of 'terrorist attack' in collision with Antarctic krill trawler
Business|Economy|Entertainment|Environment|Health|Lifestyle|Political|Science|Technology|Travel

Artemis launch, flipping voters, fed-up drivers: Catch up on the day’s stories

Artemis launch, flipping voters, fed-up drivers: Catch up on the day’s stories

Artemis launch, flipping voters, fed-up drivers: Catch up on the day’s stories
Education|Environment|Lifestyle

Watch D.O.G.S. program brings mentorship and safety to school

Watch D.O.G.S. program brings mentorship and safety to school

Watch D.O.G.S. program brings mentorship and safety to school
Arts|Education|Entertainment|Environment|Technology

Brief fire causes evacuation but no injuries at historic Detroit college building

Fire caused the evacuation of a historic building owned by Wayne State University in Detroit

Brief fire causes evacuation but no injuries at historic Detroit college building
Business|Crime|Education|Environment|Health|Lifestyle

Garbage truck driver punched, kicked teen after mother tried to pass his vehicle, lawsuit says

Garbage truck driver punched, kicked teen after mother tried to pass his vehicle, lawsuit says

Garbage truck driver punched, kicked teen after mother tried to pass his vehicle, lawsuit says
Education|Environment|Health|Lifestyle|Science

Louisiana residents should look out for stinging caterpillars falling from trees

Louisiana residents should look out for stinging caterpillars falling from trees

Louisiana residents should look out for stinging caterpillars falling from trees
Education|Entertainment|Environment|Health|Lifestyle

Foster parent specializes in being "bonus mom" to teens

Foster parent specializes in being "bonus mom" to teens

Foster parent specializes in being "bonus mom" to teens
Business|Crime|Economy|Education|Entertainment|Environment|Health|Lifestyle

Aluminum spool falls from crane onto worker, killing him at warehouse

Aluminum spool falls from crane onto worker, killing him at warehouse

Aluminum spool falls from crane onto worker, killing him at warehouse
Business|Crime|Economy|Entertainment|Environment|Health|Lifestyle|Science|Sports|Technology|World

Porsche SUV splits entirely in half after slamming into tree in wild Dunwoody crash

Porsche SUV splits entirely in half after slamming into tree in wild Dunwoody crash

Porsche SUV splits entirely in half after slamming into tree in wild Dunwoody crash
Business|Economy|Environment|Lifestyle|Science|US|World

Record low Colorado mountain snow won't bode well for water in the drought-stricken US West

Hydrologists working high in the Rocky Mountains have measured what they say is Colorado’s driest winter of snow moisture on record

Record low Colorado mountain snow won't bode well for water in the drought-stricken US West
Business|Crime|Economy|Entertainment|Environment|Health|Lifestyle

Business owner sentenced after returning false ashes to grieving pet owners

Business owner sentenced after returning false ashes to grieving pet owners

Business owner sentenced after returning false ashes to grieving pet owners
Education|Environment|Lifestyle|Science|Sports|Travel

More than 3,000 adult trout stocked in Huron River & Spring Mill Pond in Southeast Michigan

More than 3,000 adult trout stocked in Huron River & Spring Mill Pond in Southeast Michigan

More than 3,000 adult trout stocked in Huron River & Spring Mill Pond in Southeast Michigan
Business|Economy|Education|Environment|Lifestyle

Small-town Iowa newspapers on the chopping block

Small-town Iowa newspapers on the chopping block

Small-town Iowa newspapers on the chopping block
Business|Economy|Environment|Opinion|Science

Trump’s ‘God Squad’ pits energy vs. endangered species, but it’s a false choice – protecting wildlife can be good for business

The committee voted to exempt some oil and gas operations from the Endangered Species Act in the name of national security.

Trump’s ‘God Squad’ pits energy vs. endangered species, but it’s a false choice – protecting wildlife can be good for business
Arts|Crime|Environment|Political|Science

Judge tosses lawsuit filed by parents of 'Cop City' protester who was killed by troopers

A federal judge has dismissed a civil rights lawsuit filed by the parents of an environmental activist who was killed while protesting the construction of an Atlanta-area police and firefighter training center that critics dubbed “Cop City.”

Judge tosses lawsuit filed by parents of 'Cop City' protester who was killed by troopers
Crime|Education|Environment|Health|Lifestyle|US

Metro Transit driver being praised as hero after rescuing man from burning car in Minneapolis

Metro Transit driver being praised as hero after rescuing man from burning car in Minneapolis

Metro Transit driver being praised as hero after rescuing man from burning car in Minneapolis
Business|Economy|Environment|Technology

General Motors temporarily laying off 1,300 workers at Factory Zero plant in Metro Detroit

General Motors temporarily laying off 1,300 workers at Factory Zero plant in Metro Detroit

General Motors temporarily laying off 1,300 workers at Factory Zero plant in Metro Detroit
Americas|Business|Crime|Education|Environment|Europe

Family seeks closure as Kenosha PD makes arrest in decades-old cold case

Family seeks closure as Kenosha PD makes arrest in decades-old cold case

Family seeks closure as Kenosha PD makes arrest in decades-old cold case
Economy|Education|Environment|Science|Technology

Winter’s alarmingly low snowpack offers a glimpse of the changing rhythm of water in the western US

Streamflows the West relies on for drinking water and farms used to follow a fairly predictable arc as winter snow melted. Rising temperatures are changing that.

Winter’s alarmingly low snowpack offers a glimpse of the changing rhythm of water in the western US
Business|Economy|Environment|Political|World

DHS pauses new immigrant warehouse purchases amid review of Noem-era contracts

Homeland Security is pausing plans to buy new warehouses for immigrant detention as it reviews contracts signed under former secretary Kristi Noem

DHS pauses new immigrant warehouse purchases amid review of Noem-era contracts
Arts|Education|Environment|Opinion|Science|Travel

You’re not going to be alone in national parks this summer – enjoy the company

Being in public parks and natural environments with other visitors is a powerful opportunity to enhance enjoyment rather than detract from it.

You’re not going to be alone in national parks this summer – enjoy the company
Business|Economy|Environment|Health|Science

Warming winters lead to more nitrate pollution in the drinking water near farms

Pollution levels in Iowa's water have been abnormally high this winter

Warming winters lead to more nitrate pollution in the drinking water near farms
Business|Crime|Environment|Health|Lifestyle

20-year sentence for Baltimore pet crematorium owner who gave sand instead of ashes

20-year sentence for Baltimore pet crematorium owner who gave sand instead of ashes

20-year sentence for Baltimore pet crematorium owner who gave sand instead of ashes
Business|Economy|Environment|Technology|World

‘I’m done’: Rideshare drivers on the brink of quitting over higher gas prices

‘I’m done’: Rideshare drivers on the brink of quitting over higher gas prices

‘I’m done’: Rideshare drivers on the brink of quitting over higher gas prices
Business|Economy|Entertainment|Environment|Finance|Lifestyle|Technology

Five of the best used EVs you can get for dirt cheap, according to Edmunds

Used electric vehicles can still be found at a bargain price, regardless of the federal tax credit

Five of the best used EVs you can get for dirt cheap, according to Edmunds
Crime|Environment|MidEast|Political|World

Trump’s threats of targeting water plants in Iran, a potential war crime, alarm Gulf allies

Trump’s threats of targeting water plants in Iran, a potential war crime, alarm Gulf allies

Trump’s threats of targeting water plants in Iran, a potential war crime, alarm Gulf allies
Business|Economy|Environment|Political|World

US consumer confidence inches up despite soaring gas prices brought on by war in Iran

U.S. consumer confidence inched higher in March despite soaring energy prices brought on by the war in Iran

US consumer confidence inches up despite soaring gas prices brought on by war in Iran
Economy|Education|Election|Environment|Finance|Political

A messy California governor's race raises Democratic fears of potential loss

Democrats have run California for years

A messy California governor's race raises Democratic fears of potential loss
Environment|Health|World

This small city has the world’s worst air

This small city has the world’s worst air

This small city has the world’s worst air
Economy|Environment|Europe|World

Oil and gas prices won't immediately return to normal even if the Iran war ends, the EU warns

The European Union's energy commissioner says skyrocketing oil and gas prices in Europe as a result of the ongoing Iran war won’t return to normal levels any time soon, even if peace is declared tomorrow

Oil and gas prices won't immediately return to normal even if the Iran war ends, the EU warns
Business|Economy|Environment|Political|World

Environmental groups accuse Mexico of lying about origins of oil spill in the Gulf

Environmentalist groups say Mexico’s government lied about the origins of a massive oil spill in the Gulf of Mexico, accusations authorities promptly denied

Environmental groups accuse Mexico of lying about origins of oil spill in the Gulf
Business|Economy|Environment|Science|Technology

Nevada lithium mine clears major hurdle despite conservationists' worries for rare wildflower

A federal judge ruled against conservation groups in their efforts to block a proposed lithium-boron mining project in Nevada

Nevada lithium mine clears major hurdle despite conservationists' worries for rare wildflower
Business|Economy|Environment|Political|World

Trump plans to move Forest Service headquarters to Utah and shutter research sites

The Trump administration says it will be moving U.S. Forest Service headquarters from the nation's capital to Utah as part of a broad overhaul

Trump plans to move Forest Service headquarters to Utah and shutter research sites
Business|Economy|Environment|Technology|Travel|World

FAA reduces SFO arrivals, setting up delays amid runway work and safety concerns

Travelers should expect delays when they fly through San Francisco International Airport after the Federal Aviation Administration this week cut a third of its arrivals because of safety concerns and runway construction

FAA reduces SFO arrivals, setting up delays amid runway work and safety concerns
Environment|Science

The long shadow of Paul Ehrlich’s ‘Population Bomb’ is evident in anti-immigration efforts today

In the 1960s and ’70s, his arguments also resonated on the left, including with the head of a powerful environmental group.

The long shadow of Paul Ehrlich’s ‘Population Bomb’ is evident in anti-immigration efforts today
Economy|Education|Environment|Health|Political

Judge rules that HUD effort to change criteria for homeless funding is unlawful

A federal judge in Rhode Island has ruled that the Trump administration's effort to change the criteria for using tens of millions of dollars in funding to aid homeless people was unlawful

Judge rules that HUD effort to change criteria for homeless funding is unlawful
Business|Economy|Environment|Political|World

Sanctioned Russian tanker docks in Cuba after US allows passage despite energy blockade

A Russian oil tanker has reached Cuba with a huge shipment, easing a dire fuel shortage after months without deliveries

Sanctioned Russian tanker docks in Cuba after US allows passage despite energy blockade
Business|Economy|Environment|Science

Trump officials exempt oil and gas drilling in the Gulf from endangered species rules

Trump administration officials are exempting oil and gas drilling in the Gulf of Mexico from the Endangered Species Act

Trump officials exempt oil and gas drilling in the Gulf from endangered species rules
Business|Economy|Environment|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US|World

US stocks move higher on hopes for an end to war with Iran, but it’s been a volatile month

US stocks move higher on hopes for an end to war with Iran, but it’s been a volatile month

US stocks move higher on hopes for an end to war with Iran, but it’s been a volatile month
Economy|Education|Environment|Health|Science|World

Latin America’s generational shift: What’s causing record-low birth rates across the region?

Latin America’s generational shift: What’s causing record-low birth rates across the region?

Latin America’s generational shift: What’s causing record-low birth rates across the region?
Environment|Political|Science|US|World

Only 50 of these whales are left in existence. Trump’s ‘God Squad’ just chose oil drilling over protecting them

Only 50 of these whales are left in existence. Trump’s ‘God Squad’ just chose oil drilling over protecting them

Only 50 of these whales are left in existence. Trump’s ‘God Squad’ just chose oil drilling over protecting them
Education|Entertainment|Environment|Science|Technology

April’s full pink moon rose in the night sky this week

April’s full pink moon rose in the night sky this week

April’s full pink moon rose in the night sky this week
Education|Environment|Science|Technology

How sea mines threaten global trade, and how navies detect them

The Iranian government uses the threat of sea mines to control access to the Strait of Hormuz, a narrow sea lane that is vital to the global economy.

How sea mines threaten global trade, and how navies detect them
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Monthslong meditation on impermanence at a remote California Zen retreat meets a real-life fire

A fire destroyed the main meditation hall at Tassajara Mountain Zen Center in Central California, as monks neared the end of a long retreat

Monthslong meditation on impermanence at a remote California Zen retreat meets a real-life fire
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Children find skeletal remains in South Carolina while playing near a creek, investigators say

Children find skeletal remains in South Carolina while playing near a creek, investigators say

Children find skeletal remains in South Carolina while playing near a creek, investigators say
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A South African politician goes snorkeling in a giant pothole to highlight city management failures

A veteran South African politician is campaigning for mayor of Johannesburg by snorkeling in a giant, water-filled trench

A South African politician goes snorkeling in a giant pothole to highlight city management failures
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Thousands gave. Now thousands will be helped through Giving Machine donations

Thousands gave. Now thousands will be helped through Giving Machine donations

Thousands gave. Now thousands will be helped through Giving Machine donations
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Massive sphere art exhibit in Salt Lake City draws attention to Great Salt Lake

Massive sphere art exhibit in Salt Lake City draws attention to Great Salt Lake

Massive sphere art exhibit in Salt Lake City draws attention to Great Salt Lake