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Today: January 31, 2026

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Environment|Health|US|World

New cold snap adds urgency to winter storm recovery across the South

Hundreds of National Guard troops have been mobilized in ice-stricken Mississippi and Tennessee to clear debris and help people stranded in cars and homes still without power as the Southern states brace for another blast of dangerous cold weather

New cold snap adds urgency to winter storm recovery across the South
Africa|Environment|Science|World

Climate change worsened rains and floods which killed dozens in southern Africa, study shows

Researchers say human-induced climate change worsened recent torrential rains and floods in southern Africa

Climate change worsened rains and floods which killed dozens in southern Africa, study shows
Environment|World

Bomb cyclone will bring heavy snow and hurricane-force winds to the Southeast. Coastal New England could be in its path, too

Bomb cyclone will bring heavy snow and hurricane-force winds to the Southeast. Coastal New England could be in its path, too

Bomb cyclone will bring heavy snow and hurricane-force winds to the Southeast. Coastal New England could be in its path, too
Arts|Education|Entertainment|Environment|Travel

Death Valley landmark Scotty’s Castle is reopening for limited tours after years of flood repairs

Scotty's Castle, built in the 1920s, is tucked away in the desert in Death Valley National Park and was one of the park's biggest attractions

Death Valley landmark Scotty’s Castle is reopening for limited tours after years of flood repairs
Business|Economy|Education|Environment|Political

Escape from Washington? Senators look to start new chapters as governors

U.S. senators are increasingly looking to leave Washington for leadership roles in their home states

Escape from Washington? Senators look to start new chapters as governors
Business|Economy|Environment|Opinion|Science|Technology

America is falling behind in the global EV race – that’s going to cost the US auto industry

Electric vehicles are a fast-growing share of auto sales in many countries, and Chinese automakers are benefiting as the US industry pulls back.

America is falling behind in the global EV race – that’s going to cost the US auto industry
Economy|Education|Environment|Science|Technology

Americans want heat pumps – but high electricity prices may get in the way

Many homeowners could save money on their heating bills by installing heat pumps – but not everyone, and not everywhere.

Americans want heat pumps – but high electricity prices may get in the way
Economy|Environment|Health|Science

EPA’s new way of evaluating pollution rules hands deregulators a sledgehammer and license to ignore public health

In the world of cost benefit analysis, if an impact isn’t monetized, it doesn’t exist. A former EPA official explains what’s changing now and why it matters.

EPA’s new way of evaluating pollution rules hands deregulators a sledgehammer and license to ignore public health
Business|Crime|Economy|Education|Environment|Health|Lifestyle|Opinion

Colorado has emergency domestic violence shelters in only half its counties, leaving survivors without safe housing options

A lack of shelters and affordable housing means survivors of domestic violence have few places to go.

Colorado has emergency domestic violence shelters in only half its counties, leaving survivors without safe housing options
Business|Economy|Environment|Science|Technology

Elon Musk is betting Tesla’s future isn’t about cars at all

Elon Musk is betting Tesla’s future isn’t about cars at all

Elon Musk is betting Tesla’s future isn’t about cars at all
Education|Environment|Science|Technology|World

Aerial lidar mapping can reveal archaeological sites while overlooking Indigenous peoples and their knowledge

Aerial lidar raises ethical questions because it can collect data remotely without the knowledge or consent of Indigenous and descendant populations that are on the ground.

Aerial lidar mapping can reveal archaeological sites while overlooking Indigenous peoples and their knowledge
Crime|Education|Environment

Even when people’s rights are ignored, understanding the law can keep protesters engaged

When protesters experience repression and violence, whether or not they have legal education can help determine continued involvement in a protest movement.

Even when people’s rights are ignored, understanding the law can keep protesters engaged
Business|Education|Environment|Health

A growing nursing shortage is made worse by nurses’ daily challenges of patients and their families rolling their eyes, yelling and striking

Nurses are leaving the profession faster than they’re being replaced – in part due to the emotional and physical toll they endure from disrespectful patients or their loved ones.

A growing nursing shortage is made worse by nurses’ daily challenges of patients and their families rolling their eyes, yelling and striking
Arts|Education|Environment|Europe|MidEast|Political|US

Protesters want slavery exhibit restored after removal: "The stories should be told"

Protesters want slavery exhibit restored after removal: "The stories should be told"

Protesters want slavery exhibit restored after removal: "The stories should be told"
Crime|Environment|Technology

Elk Grove firefighters rescue woman after a garage fire

Elk Grove firefighters rescue woman after a garage fire

Elk Grove firefighters rescue woman after a garage fire
Arts|Environment|Europe|Science|World

King Charles reveals his philosophy for protecting the planet in new film

King Charles reveals his philosophy for protecting the planet in new film

King Charles reveals his philosophy for protecting the planet in new film
Arts|Education|Entertainment|Environment|Lifestyle

96-year-old horticulturist says retirement isn't in his vocabulary

96-year-old horticulturist says retirement isn't in his vocabulary

96-year-old horticulturist says retirement isn't in his vocabulary
Environment|Health|US|World

Bitter cold grips the eastern US as winter storm deaths rise and power outages linger

Three Texas siblings who died in an icy pond are among several dozen deaths in U.S. states gripped by frigid cold

Bitter cold grips the eastern US as winter storm deaths rise and power outages linger
Business|Crime|Environment|Lifestyle|Travel|World

How weather may have impacted a private jet crash with 8 people on board

A private jet carrying eight people crashed on takeoff from Bangor, Maine, Sunday evening, according to the FAA. The cause of the crash is under investigation. The crash came amid a massive snowstorm making its way through the Northeast.

How weather may have impacted a private jet crash with 8 people on board
Environment|Health|Science|US|World

The winter storm is here: freezing temperatures, icy roads, and cities covered in snow

The winter storm is here and two-thirds of the US population is facing this extreme cold. More than half of all Americas will experience subzero wind chills over the next 3 days.

The winter storm is here: freezing temperatures, icy roads, and cities covered in snow
Arts|Business|Crime|Economy|Education|Entertainment|Environment|Health|Political|Science|World

Why Minnesota’s CEOs finally broke their silence

Why Minnesota’s CEOs finally broke their silence

Why Minnesota’s CEOs finally broke their silence
Asia|Environment|Health|Travel|World

Snow leopard mauls skier in China’s Xinjiang region

Snow leopard mauls skier in China’s Xinjiang region

Snow leopard mauls skier in China’s Xinjiang region
Australia|Environment|Health|Sports|World

Australia swelters in a record heat wave as temperatures near 50 C

Parts of Australia have sweltered in record temperatures close to 50 degrees Celsius or 122 Fahrenheit during a prolonged heat wave

Australia swelters in a record heat wave as temperatures near 50 C
Business|Environment|Travel|US|World

Death toll from winter storm and cold rises to over 30 as parts of South could be without power ‘weeks, not days’

Death toll from winter storm and cold rises to over 30 as parts of South could be without power ‘weeks, not days’

Death toll from winter storm and cold rises to over 30 as parts of South could be without power ‘weeks, not days’
Business|Environment|Technology|Travel

Six people died when a business jet trying to take off in Maine crashed in a snowstorm

Six people died when a business jet crashed during takeoff as a snowstorm moved in and visibility diminished in Maine

Six people died when a business jet trying to take off in Maine crashed in a snowstorm
Environment|Health|Science|Travel|World

30 people dead from effects of winter storm as more freezing cold pummels US

Many U.S. residents are facing another night of below-freezing temperatures and no electricity after a massive winter storm dumped more snow in Northeast and left parts of the South coated in ice

30 people dead from effects of winter storm as more freezing cold pummels US
Business|Education|Environment|Science|World

Canada gives conditional approval for Marineland to export remaining belugas to the US

Canada’s last captive whales have a received a reprieve from death after the Canadian government conditionally approved a plan to export them to the United States

Canada gives conditional approval for Marineland to export remaining belugas to the US
Business|Economy|Education|Environment|Health|Science|Technology

Mississippi shivers under ice as long recovery looms

Recovery from Mississippi's worst ice storm in more than 30 years could take a week or more

Mississippi shivers under ice as long recovery looms
Economy|Environment|Science|World

Paralyzing winter storms put a big chill on the US economy, but how much?

Experts say the massive winter storm hitting the American East is taking a multi-billion dollar toll on the U.S. economy

Paralyzing winter storms put a big chill on the US economy, but how much?
Economy|Environment|Interview|World

The first refugee to lead the UN refugee agency calls this a 'very difficult moment in history'

The first refugee to lead the U_N_ refugee agency tells The Associated Press that the world faces a “very difficult moment in history.”

The first refugee to lead the UN refugee agency calls this a 'very difficult moment in history'
Environment|Health|Lifestyle|Science

Shoveling snow? Over-exertion and cold temps can raise your heart risks

Officials warn that shoveling snow after this weekend's massive storm could be hazardous to your heart

Shoveling snow? Over-exertion and cold temps can raise your heart risks
Arts|Education|Environment|Lifestyle|Science

Groundhogs are lousy forecasters but valuable animal engineers – and an important food source

Groundhogs predict spring with the same accuracy as flipping a coin. But they’re vital to their ecosystems, feasting through summer to store enough fat to last through their winter hibernation.

Groundhogs are lousy forecasters but valuable animal engineers – and an important food source
Education|Environment|Science|World

Scientists recover the oldest wooden tools from a site in Greece

Scientists say two artifacts found at a lake shore in Greece are the oldest wooden tools uncovered so far

Scientists recover the oldest wooden tools from a site in Greece
Economy|Education|Environment|Science|Technology

How the polar vortex and warm ocean intensified a major US winter storm

The atmosphere is a complicated place. Warm temperatures in one spot can contribute to brutally cold storms somewhere else.

How the polar vortex and warm ocean intensified a major US winter storm
Asia|Environment|World

Indonesian marines among 42 missing in deadly West Java landslide

Nineteen Indonesian marines are among 42 people missing after a landslide in West Java province

Indonesian marines among 42 missing in deadly West Java landslide
Environment|Health|Lifestyle|Science

How to stay safe in cold weather, according to a doctor

How to stay safe in cold weather, according to a doctor

How to stay safe in cold weather, according to a doctor
Crime|Entertainment|Environment|Health|Lifestyle

Man dies while rescuing his family from house fire

Man dies while rescuing his family from house fire

Man dies while rescuing his family from house fire
Education|Environment|Health|Lifestyle|Technology

Moms lead effort to delay smartphones for kids

Moms lead effort to delay smartphones for kids

Moms lead effort to delay smartphones for kids
Education|Environment|Science|Technology|World

Mysterious dark matter may be better understood through a new map of far-off galaxies

A new high-resolution map of distant galaxies may help scientists understand the mysterious dark matter holding the universe together

Mysterious dark matter may be better understood through a new map of far-off galaxies
Business|Education|Environment|Health|Lifestyle

When the snow falls, jeep drivers make sure essential workers get to work

When the snow falls, jeep drivers make sure essential workers get to work

When the snow falls, jeep drivers make sure essential workers get to work
Business|Economy|Environment|Political|Science|Technology

Trump administration invests in another US rare earth miner to loosen China's grip on supply

The U.S. is taking a minority stake in an Oklahoma rare earth miner, the latest government investment in the sector as it seeks to minimize its reliance on imports of a material used prevalently in smartphones, robotics, electric vehicles and many other high tech products

Trump administration invests in another US rare earth miner to loosen China's grip on supply
Environment|Sports|World

Blue Jackets' game against Kings is postponed because of major winter storm

The NHL has postponed the Columbus Blue Jackets’ home game against the Los Angeles Kings on Monday night because of a major winter storm that created dangerous travel conditions across much of the United States

Blue Jackets' game against Kings is postponed because of major winter storm
Economy|Education|Environment|Science

Marine protected areas aren’t in the right places to safeguard dolphins and whales in the South Atlantic

Despite Brazil’s recent expansions of protected areas, research shows that the favorite habitats of whales and dolphins are still threatened by human activities.

Marine protected areas aren’t in the right places to safeguard dolphins and whales in the South Atlantic
Environment|Health|Science

Why too much phosphorus in America’s farmland is polluting the country’s water

Plants need phosphorus, and other nutrients, to grow. But soil tests can’t tell if there’s too much.

Why too much phosphorus in America’s farmland is polluting the country’s water
Business|Economy|Education|Environment|Travel

US hospitality and tourism professors don’t mirror the demographics of the industry they serve

Nearly three-quarters of tourism professors are white, a recent analysis found, and nearly half are white men.

US hospitality and tourism professors don’t mirror the demographics of the industry they serve
Education|Environment|Health|Science|Technology

Malaria researchers are getting closer to outsmarting the world’s deadliest parasite

After decades of stalled progress, new vaccines, treatments and genetic tools are helping scientists protect children and save lives worldwide.

Malaria researchers are getting closer to outsmarting the world’s deadliest parasite
Business|Crime|Education|Environment|Finance|Lifestyle|Sports|Technology|Travel|US|World

Private jet with 8 aboard crashes on takeoff in Maine, FAA says

The Federal Aviation Administration says a private aircraft with eight people on board has crashed on takeoff from Bangor International Airport in Maine

Private jet with 8 aboard crashes on takeoff in Maine, FAA says
Environment|Science|World

Massive winter storm dumps sleet, freezing rain and snow around much of US

A massive winter storm has dumped sleet, freezing rain and snow across much of the U.S., halting air and road traffic and sending temperatures plunging

Massive winter storm dumps sleet, freezing rain and snow around much of US
Environment|Sports|US

Snow and wind pick up in 2nd half of AFC championship game in Denver

The heavy snow and swirling wind moved into the Mile High City for the second half of the AFC championship game Sunday as Denver played New England

Snow and wind pick up in 2nd half of AFC championship game in Denver
Business|Crime|Education|Environment|Health|Lifestyle|Political|Technology

Police drone program draws community concern

Police drone program draws community concern

Police drone program draws community concern
Crime|Education|Environment|Health

University of Michigan Flint police officer rescues man found buried in snow

University of Michigan Flint police officer rescues man found buried in snow

University of Michigan Flint police officer rescues man found buried in snow
Business|Crime|Environment|Health|Lifestyle

Store manager helps save homeless woman found frozen outside

Store manager helps save homeless woman found frozen outside

Store manager helps save homeless woman found frozen outside
Business|Environment|Health|Lifestyle

Church doesn't let extreme cold stop its mission to help those in need

Church doesn't let extreme cold stop its mission to help those in need

Church doesn't let extreme cold stop its mission to help those in need
Business|Crime|Economy|Environment|Europe|World

France detains captain of suspected Russian 'shadow fleet' tanker seized in Mediterranean

The captain of an oil tanker intercepted by the French navy in the Mediterranean Sea is in custody for questioning

France detains captain of suspected Russian 'shadow fleet' tanker seized in Mediterranean
Asia|Crime|Environment|World

Rescuers recover more bodies from landslide in Indonesia, with 72 still missing

Improved weather has helped rescuers in Java, Indonesia, recover more bodies after a landslide killed over two dozen villagers

Rescuers recover more bodies from landslide in Indonesia, with 72 still missing
Asia|Economy|Environment|Political|Travel|World

Crowds bid farewell to Japan’s last pandas before return to China amid souring ties

Crowds bid farewell to Japan’s last pandas before return to China amid souring ties

Crowds bid farewell to Japan’s last pandas before return to China amid souring ties
Education|Environment|Science|Technology|Travel|World

Thousands of flights canceled as major winter storm moves across the US

Thousands of flights have been canceled for the weekend across the U.S. as a monster storm began wreaking havoc across much of the country

Thousands of flights canceled as major winter storm moves across the US
Business|Crime|Economy|Environment|Health|Lifestyle

Neighbors spring into action as firefighters battle two-alarm blaze in Northeast Baltimore amid freezing temps

Neighbors spring into action as firefighters battle two-alarm blaze in Northeast Baltimore amid freezing temps

Neighbors spring into action as firefighters battle two-alarm blaze in Northeast Baltimore amid freezing temps
Business|Economy|Environment|Technology|Travel

Atlanta airport rolling out new equipment to keep the runways open after the winter storm

Atlanta airport rolling out new equipment to keep the runways open after the winter storm

Atlanta airport rolling out new equipment to keep the runways open after the winter storm
Business|Crime|Economy|Entertainment|Environment|Health|World

Gas explosion, fire on top floors of New York City apartment building kills 1, injures 14

Officials say one person was killed and 14 others injured in a gas explosion and fires at the top of a 17-story New York City apartment building

Gas explosion, fire on top floors of New York City apartment building kills 1, injures 14
Environment|Science|US|World

Tracking the potentially historic US winter storm in maps and charts

Tracking the potentially historic US winter storm in maps and charts

Tracking the potentially historic US winter storm in maps and charts
Environment|Health|World

Cold and malnutrition claim more victims in Gaza amid winter rains

Cold and malnutrition claim more victims in Gaza amid winter rains

Cold and malnutrition claim more victims in Gaza amid winter rains
Economy|Education|Environment|Health|World

Heavy snow and rainfall kill 61, injure 110 over 3 days in Afghanistan, authorities say

Heavy snow and rainfall over the past three days have killed more than 60 people and injured over 100 across Afghanistan, the country’s disaster management authority says, as authorities in the impoverished country struggle to open roads and gain access to cut-off villages

Heavy snow and rainfall kill 61, injure 110 over 3 days in Afghanistan, authorities say
Environment|Health|Travel|World

A teenager’s death on an untamed island has put the spotlight on its inhabitants

A teenager’s death on an untamed island has put the spotlight on its inhabitants

A teenager’s death on an untamed island has put the spotlight on its inhabitants
Business|Education|Environment|Finance|Health|Lifestyle|Political|Science|Technology|US|World

More than half the US threatened with ice, snow and cold in massive winter storm

Forecasters say over half the U.S. population could be affected by snow, ice or bitter cold as a winter storm sweeps across the county

More than half the US threatened with ice, snow and cold in massive winter storm
Business|Economy|Environment|Health|World

FEMA extends housing aid for Maui wildfire survivors until 2027

U.S. officials have granted an extension for housing assistance to survivors of the 2023 wildfires in Hawaii, according to Gov. Josh Green

FEMA extends housing aid for Maui wildfire survivors until 2027
Education|Environment|Finance|Health|Lifestyle|Political|World

Thousands rally against immigration enforcement in subzero Minnesota temperatures

Police have arrested about 100 clergy who were demonstrating against immigration enforcement at Minnesota’s largest airport

Thousands rally against immigration enforcement in subzero Minnesota temperatures
Arts|Entertainment|Environment|Science|World

King Charles III believes ‘harmony’ can help save the planet. His documentary explains how

King Charles III has teamed up with Amazon Prime to make a film about his vision for saving the planet, 16 years after he wrote a book on the subject

King Charles III believes ‘harmony’ can help save the planet. His documentary explains how
Business|Environment|Food|Health|Science

Powdered whole milk could be a culprit in the ByHeart botulism outbreak, tests show

U.S. health officials say testing showed that powdered whole milk used to make ByHeart infant formula could be a source of contamination that led to an outbreak of infant botulism that has sickened dozens of babies

Powdered whole milk could be a culprit in the ByHeart botulism outbreak, tests show
Crime|Economy|Environment|Health

Family of man crushed by a bulldozer in his tent at an Atlanta homeless encampment sues nonprofits

The family of a homeless man who died after a bulldozer crushed his tent has filed a second lawsuit against the nonprofits involved in clearing the encampment

Family of man crushed by a bulldozer in his tent at an Atlanta homeless encampment sues nonprofits
Arts|Business|Education|Environment|Political|US|World

Philadelphia sues over removal of slavery exhibit at Independence National Historical Park

Outraged critics are accusing President Donald Trump of “whitewashing history” after the National Park Service removed an exhibit on slavery at Philadelphia’s Independence National Historical Park

Philadelphia sues over removal of slavery exhibit at Independence National Historical Park
Business|Crime|Economy|Environment|Travel

Dumpsters fall off truck, snarl traffic on Interstate 95 in Danvers, Massachusetts

Dumpsters fall off truck, snarl traffic on Interstate 95 in Danvers, Massachusetts

Dumpsters fall off truck, snarl traffic on Interstate 95 in Danvers, Massachusetts
Business|Economy|Environment|Political

California sues the Trump administration over plans to restart oil pipelines along the coast

California Attorney General Rob Bonta is suing the Trump administration for approving an oil company's plans to restart two oil pipelines along the state's coast

California sues the Trump administration over plans to restart oil pipelines along the coast
Business|Education|Environment|World

Zohran Mamdani’s first NYC snowstorm becomes a major governing test

Zohran Mamdani’s first NYC snowstorm becomes a major governing test

Zohran Mamdani’s first NYC snowstorm becomes a major governing test
Arts|Business|Economy|Environment|Finance|Sports|World

NBA, ACC men, UConn women among college hoops games affected by approaching winter storm

An approaching major winter storm has prompting a shuffling of an NBA game, an NHL game and dozens of college basketball games this weekend

NBA, ACC men, UConn women among college hoops games affected by approaching winter storm
Environment|Political|Science|World

FACT FOCUS: As cold hits, Trump asks, where's global warming? Scientists say it's still here

In social media, President Trump is questioning global warming because of a chilly severe winter storm hitting the U_S_ On Friday, he called the weather nearly unprecedented and labeled scientists “environmental insurrectionists.”

FACT FOCUS: As cold hits, Trump asks, where's global warming? Scientists say it's still here
Business|Economy|Environment|Health|Lifestyle

How one Army veteran turned rejection into a thriving company

How one Army veteran turned rejection into a thriving company

How one Army veteran turned rejection into a thriving company
Environment|Science|US|World

Don’t say ‘Watch out for ice’: FEMA warned storm announcements could invite memes

Don’t say ‘Watch out for ice’: FEMA warned storm announcements could invite memes

Don’t say ‘Watch out for ice’: FEMA warned storm announcements could invite memes
Business|Economy|Environment|Political|World

Trump signs Board of Peace charter

President Donald Trump unveiled his 'Board of Peace' with a signing ceremony at the World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland. The President has tasked the group with rebuilding Gaza and tackling global conflicts. The signing ceremony was attended by fewer than 20 countries.

Trump signs Board of Peace charter
Arts|Business|Entertainment|Environment|Fashion and Beauty|Lifestyle

Everyone’s trying to feel good about wearing fur

Everyone’s trying to feel good about wearing fur

Everyone’s trying to feel good about wearing fur
Environment|Science|World

When the blockbuster winter storm will arrive in your city

When the blockbuster winter storm will arrive in your city

When the blockbuster winter storm will arrive in your city
Education|Environment

Community celebrates long-awaited sidewalk construction

Community celebrates long-awaited sidewalk construction

Community celebrates long-awaited sidewalk construction
Business|Education|Environment|Lifestyle|Science|Technology

What weather apps sometimes miss about dangerous winter storm conditions

That snowflake icon on your smartphone app might be quick and handy — it just might not be as accurate as a human when the weather gets rough

What weather apps sometimes miss about dangerous winter storm conditions
Environment|Health|World

Floods push crocodiles into Mozambican towns as health concerns rise

Floods in Mozambique have led to a new threat

Floods push crocodiles into Mozambican towns as health concerns rise
Business|Education|Environment|Health|Lifestyle

What you should have in stock when preparing for a winter storm

What you should have in stock when preparing for a winter storm

What you should have in stock when preparing for a winter storm
Crime|Economy|Environment|Health|Political

'Horrifying': Milwaukee officials say no heat and water causes dozens to evacuate apartment

'Horrifying': Milwaukee officials say no heat and water causes dozens to evacuate apartment

'Horrifying': Milwaukee officials say no heat and water causes dozens to evacuate apartment
Environment|Science|Travel|US|World

Potentially historic winter storm to slam much of the US with destructive ice and heavy snow

Potentially historic winter storm to slam much of the US with destructive ice and heavy snow

Potentially historic winter storm to slam much of the US with destructive ice and heavy snow
Environment|Europe|Sports|Technology|World

Italian expert's manufactured snow will play big role at the Milan Cortina Games

Davide Cerato will play a major role in skiing and snowboarding events at the upcoming Olympics, but he won’t be competing

Italian expert's manufactured snow will play big role at the Milan Cortina Games
Environment|Health|Science|World

Malawi rolls out cholera vaccines as rains and floods raise the threat of deadly outbreaks

The southern African nation of Malawi has started a cholera vaccination rollout this week in a bid to stem the threat of a disease that kills tens of thousands of people globally each year

Malawi rolls out cholera vaccines as rains and floods raise the threat of deadly outbreaks
Business|Environment|Political|World

FEMA halts terminations of disaster workers as agency prepares for massive winter storm

FEMA halts terminations of disaster workers as agency prepares for massive winter storm

FEMA halts terminations of disaster workers as agency prepares for massive winter storm
Americas|Environment|Science|Travel|World

An ancient forest in Ecuador is the last stand for a tiny hummingbird facing extinction

The Yanacocha Reserve in the Ecuadorian Andes is the last refuge for a tiny hummingbird facing extinction

An ancient forest in Ecuador is the last stand for a tiny hummingbird facing extinction
Business|Economy|Environment|Health

Why freezing rain has millions at risk of losing power — and heat

Utility companies and state officials are preparing for a forecasted ice storm that could bring down power lines and cause widespread outages

Why freezing rain has millions at risk of losing power — and heat
Economy|Environment|Health|Lifestyle|Science

To clear ice and snow, there are rock salt alternatives that are safer for your pets and yard

Winter has its fans, but even those who enjoy playing in the snow probably dislike the chore of clearing up after a big storm that dumps several inches or even feet of snow and ice

To clear ice and snow, there are rock salt alternatives that are safer for your pets and yard
Americas|Business|Crime|Environment|Lifestyle|Political|World

Firefighters face attacks, drones and arsonists while battling deadly blazes in Chile

Firefighters and security forces in Chile are battling deadly wildfires that have killed at least 21 people and destroyed vast areas of forests

Firefighters face attacks, drones and arsonists while battling deadly blazes in Chile
Business|Economy|Education|Environment|Health|Political|World

People in Gaza dig through garbage for things to burn to keep warm — a far cry from Trump's vision

Desperate Palestinians at a garbage dump in a Gaza neighborhood are digging with their bare hands for plastic items to burn to keep warm in the cold and damp winter in the enclave, battered by two years of the Israel-Hamas war

People in Gaza dig through garbage for things to burn to keep warm — a far cry from Trump's vision
Business|Economy|Education|Entertainment|Environment|Health|Science|Technology

Huge US winter storm to bring crippling snow, sleet and ice from Texas to Boston

A massive winter storm is barreling toward the eastern U.S., threatening to bring severe ice and snow from Texas to Boston

Huge US winter storm to bring crippling snow, sleet and ice from Texas to Boston
Education|Environment|Lifestyle|Science

What are ‘exploding trees’? The winter phenomenon may not be what you think

What are ‘exploding trees’? The winter phenomenon may not be what you think

What are ‘exploding trees’? The winter phenomenon may not be what you think
Education|Environment|Europe|Finance|Health|Lifestyle|Political|Technology|World

Maine governor questions ‘secret arrests,' sheriff says ICE targeted one of his recruits

Maine Gov. Janet Mills challenged federal immigration officials to provide arrest warrants, real-time numbers and information about detainees amid a sweeping enforcement operation, saying the state has been left in the dark as fear spreads in immigrant communities

Maine governor questions ‘secret arrests,' sheriff says ICE targeted one of his recruits
Americas|Business|Economy|Environment|Political|World

Venezuela opens debate on an oil sector overhaul as Trump seeks role for US firms

Venezuela’s legislature is debating a major overhaul of its oil sector, the first since Hugo Chávez's era

Venezuela opens debate on an oil sector overhaul as Trump seeks role for US firms
Education|Environment|Health|Science|Technology|US|World

NASA and families of fallen astronauts mark 40th anniversary of space shuttle Challenger accident

Families of the astronauts lost in the space shuttle Challenger accident are marking that tragic day 40 years ago

NASA and families of fallen astronauts mark 40th anniversary of space shuttle Challenger accident
Environment|Science|Technology

Scientists find unlikely new way to track space junk: sonic booms in the atmosphere

Scientists find unlikely new way to track space junk: sonic booms in the atmosphere

Scientists find unlikely new way to track space junk: sonic booms in the atmosphere
Arts|Crime|Entertainment|Environment|Lifestyle|Sports

Video shows deer running loose in bank after crashing through window

Video shows deer running loose in bank after crashing through window

Video shows deer running loose in bank after crashing through window
Environment|Science|US|World

How this brutal winter storm is even possible with climate change – and maybe even more likely

How this brutal winter storm is even possible with climate change – and maybe even more likely

How this brutal winter storm is even possible with climate change – and maybe even more likely
Business|Crime|Economy|Education|Environment|Health|Lifestyle

Mother of Amazon fulfillment center employee shot, killed at work demands justice

Mother of Amazon fulfillment center employee shot, killed at work demands justice

Mother of Amazon fulfillment center employee shot, killed at work demands justice
Business|Environment|Lifestyle|Science|Technology

Utah's first-of-its-kind water reclamation facility transforms toilet water into water plants crave

Utah's first-of-its-kind water reclamation facility transforms toilet water into water plants crave

Utah's first-of-its-kind water reclamation facility transforms toilet water into water plants crave
Business|Environment|Science|Technology|World

Nuclear reactor owned by Fukushima plant operator TEPCO to shut down again hours after restart

The world's largest nuclear power plant is shutting down a reactor due to a glitch

Nuclear reactor owned by Fukushima plant operator TEPCO to shut down again hours after restart
Business|Crime|Environment|Health|Lifestyle|US

Wind gusts cause two semi-trucks to overturn; increased danger for truck drivers

Wind gusts cause two semi-trucks to overturn; increased danger for truck drivers

Wind gusts cause two semi-trucks to overturn; increased danger for truck drivers
Business|Economy|Environment|Technology

Big tech is increasingly promising to pay for spiking power costs. But there’s not much to enforce it

Big tech is increasingly promising to pay for spiking power costs. But there’s not much to enforce it

Big tech is increasingly promising to pay for spiking power costs. But there’s not much to enforce it
Crime|Environment

Multiple pelicans found dead at Matlacha park, FWC begins investigation

Multiple pelicans found dead at Matlacha park, FWC begins investigation

Multiple pelicans found dead at Matlacha park, FWC begins investigation
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Bay Area water buffalo cheese business owner trying to secure permanent home for herd

Bay Area water buffalo cheese business owner trying to secure permanent home for herd

Bay Area water buffalo cheese business owner trying to secure permanent home for herd
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Extreme winter storm threat sparks historic natural gas spike

Extreme winter storm threat sparks historic natural gas spike

Extreme winter storm threat sparks historic natural gas spike
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Over 100 cats rescued from deplorable conditions at home

Over 100 cats rescued from deplorable conditions at home

Over 100 cats rescued from deplorable conditions at home
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Police search for child seen stomping, killing duck; $5,000 reward offered

Police search for child seen stomping, killing duck; $5,000 reward offered

Police search for child seen stomping, killing duck; $5,000 reward offered
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A massive winter storm is coming. Don’t make these mistakes as you prepare

A massive winter storm is coming. Don’t make these mistakes as you prepare

A massive winter storm is coming. Don’t make these mistakes as you prepare
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Man reunited with first responders who saved him when massive tree crushed his car

Man reunited with first responders who saved him when massive tree crushed his car

Man reunited with first responders who saved him when massive tree crushed his car
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Study shows how earthquake monitors can track space junk through sonic booms

A new study shows how earthquake monitors can better track space junk by tuning into their sonic booms

Study shows how earthquake monitors can track space junk through sonic booms
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Greenlanders march to let Trump know: 'We are not for sale'

Crowds marched in Greenland's capital, Nuuk, Saturday sending a message that their country is not for sale as US President Donald Trump pushes for a deal. CNN's Nic Robertson reports.

Greenlanders march to let Trump know: 'We are not for sale'
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New information about 'brutal' prison attack. What inmate said after allegedly killing cellmate.

New information about 'brutal' prison attack. What inmate said after allegedly killing cellmate.

New information about 'brutal' prison attack. What inmate said after allegedly killing cellmate.
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America’s next big critical minerals source could be coal mine pollution – if we can agree on who owns it

Coal mines are notorious sources of acid mine drainage, but the orange sludge that threatens water supplies and wildlife also contains valuable rare earth elements.

America’s next big critical minerals source could be coal mine pollution – if we can agree on who owns it
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Hacking the grid: How digital sabotage turns infrastructure into a weapon

The US used a cyberattack to turn off power in Caracas during the raid to seize Maduro. The US grid is also vulnerable to this kind of attack.

Hacking the grid: How digital sabotage turns infrastructure into a weapon
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Interpol-backed police make nearly 200 arrests in Amazon region gold mining sweep

Police from Brazil, French Guiana, Guyana and Suriname have arrested nearly 200 people in their first-ever joint cross-border operation targeting illegal gold mining in the Amazon

Interpol-backed police make nearly 200 arrests in Amazon region gold mining sweep
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Federal authorities have called those who monitor ICE ‘domestic terrorists.’ Here’s what we know

Federal authorities have called those who monitor ICE ‘domestic terrorists.’ Here’s what we know

Federal authorities have called those who monitor ICE ‘domestic terrorists.’ Here’s what we know
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One of the most extreme winter storms in years is set to deliver damaging ice and heavy snow to nearly half the US

One of the most extreme winter storms in years is set to deliver damaging ice and heavy snow to nearly half the US

One of the most extreme winter storms in years is set to deliver damaging ice and heavy snow to nearly half the US
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Rescue efforts underway after landslides hit New Zealand campground and house with 2 confirmed dead

Landslides have hit a house and a campground in New Zealand, killing at least two people while emergency crews are trying to rescue people buried in rubble

Rescue efforts underway after landslides hit New Zealand campground and house with 2 confirmed dead