First U.S. Prosecution for Smuggling Greenhouse Gases: California Man Charged with Illegally Importing Banned Refrigerants

ENVIRONMENT & CLIMATE 03.06.2024 00:37 AM

A 58-year-old California man denies smuggling climate-harming pollutants into the U.S. from Mexico, marking the first criminal charges for greenhouse gas smuggling. Continue reading for more details.

SpaceX Launch Swedish Broadband Satellite Ovzon-3 Aboard Falcon 9 After Ariane 5’s Demise

01.04.2024 08:15 AM

SpaceX successfully launched the Swedish broadband satellite Ovzon-3 into orbit on Jan. 3. Continue reading to know the full story.

Newly Discovered Fault Line Puts Over a Million Americans at Tsunami Risk in Northeastern US and Canada

12.11.2023 01:12 AM

Scientists, uncertain of timing, warn of a potential damaging earthquake that may come from the hidden fault line, approximately 45 miles, in Canada. Continue reading for more details.

Spectacular Northern Lights Show Anticipated in Northern US, Following Sun's Magnetic Activity Surge

11.10.2023 23:33 PM

Back-to-back geomagnetic storms bring Northern Lights further south, like the glimpses of auroras in Texas last weekend. Continue reading for more details as another round of plasma is expected to reach Earth.

Climate Vulnerability Map Identifies Top US Counties at Risk for Flooding, Pollution, and Health Issues

10.10.2023 03:15 AM

An interactive map identifies US areas hotspots for climate change disasters, encompassing environmental, health, social, economic, and infrastructure risks. Read the article for more details.

Ring of Fire: Northwestern U.S. to Brazil May Witness the Spectacular Annular Total Solar Eclipse This Month

10.02.2023 00:35 AM

Check out when the annular solar eclipse will be visible from the United States to Brazil, showcasing Moon's "ring of fire" during its farthest point from Earth.

Massive Lithium Deposit Unearthed in Nevada-Oregon Volcanic Caldera: A Game Changer for Battery Production?

09.11.2023 08:04 AM

A massive lithium deposit has been found in the McDermitt Caldera on the Nevada-Oregon border, with an estimated 20 to 40 million metric tons of lithium. Check it out in this article.

Leprosy Cases in Florida on the Rise; State New Hotspot for Disease [Report]

08.02.2023 07:40 AM

The cases of leprosy in Florida account for one-fifth of US cases. Continue reading to learn more. (Photo: Wikimedia Commons/B. jehle) Leprosy Cases in Florida on the Rise; State New Hotspot For Disease [Report] Leprosy cases in Florida have been increasing.

Incandescent Light Bulbs Banned in the US Starting This August, Making Way for Energy-Efficient Alternatives

08.02.2023 05:28 AM

Stores are now prohibited from selling most incandescent light bulbs due to new energy efficiency rules, marking the end of an era. Continue reading to learn more details.

Northern Lights Forecast: Stunning Aurora Borealis Expected To Illuminate Multiple U.S. States This Week

07.10.2023 05:14 AM

High auroral activity is forecasted for Thursday, July 13, offering a chance to see the northern lights in parts of Idaho. Check out this article to find out how to see these stunning lights in the US.

Breakthrough Alzheimer's Disease Drug That Slows Cognitive Decline Receives Full US Approval, UK Decision Looms

07.09.2023 23:34 PM

The US has approved the first drug for Alzheimer's that can slow disease progression, granting access to treatment for American patients. Continue reading to find out more.

5 Cases of Malaria in Florida and Texas Alarms CDC; Experts Share Insights on Symptoms, Transmission, and Prevention

06.28.2023 00:25 AM

There are now four locally transmitted malaria cases in Florida and one in Texas, which are similar cases last reported in 2003 in the US. Continue reading to learn more.

Lab-Grown Meat Approved for Production and Sale in the US For the First Time

06.22.2023 22:58 PM

USDA grants approval to three California companies, bringing lab-grown meat closer to American tables and eliminating slaughter for protein. Continue reading to learn more details.

Up to 84 Wildfires in Canada Causing Unusually Bright Red Sun Across the US in the Past Week

05.23.2023 04:16 AM

US residents noticed in recent days that the Sun is unusually bright red this week, which experts attribute to the widespread wildfires currently ablaze across Canada. Read the article to learn more.

Horrific Eye Drop Outbreak in the US Now Totals 81 Cases Across 18 States

05.20.2023 06:01 AM

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) have reported that the contaminated eye drops caused an outbreak in 18 states, resulting in four deaths and 14 cases of blindness. Read the article to learn more details.

Nearly 50% of Eight States in the US Do Not Consume Fruits Per Day Due to Poverty, Statistics Reveal

05.09.2023 03:25 AM

An interactive map shows the biggest "fruitphobe" states in America as statistics reveal the number of adults who do not consume fruits every day. Check it out in this article to learn more details.

Which US County Has the Highest Life Expectancy Rate? Data Revealed Colorado Might Be a Good Place To Move for a Healthy Retirement

05.03.2023 02:50 AM

Researchers ranked US counties based on their life expectancy, coming up with the top 25, with which Colorado has eight of its counties on the list. Check them out in this article.

Sicklefin Devil Rays Spotted off the Atlantic Coast; How Rare Are These Animals?

05.02.2023 04:41 AM

A population of sicklefin devil rays was spotted off the US Atlantic Coast, marking the first recording of these huge, elusive rays on the eastern coast of the country. Read the article to learn more about these animals.

14-Foot Hammerhead Washes Up on Alabama Beach Pregnant With 40 Shark Pups [Photos]

04.25.2023 11:58 AM

A giant dead hammerhead with 40 shark pups washed up on an Alabama beach. Read for the full story. (Photo: Wikimedia Commons/Eden, Janine and Jim ) 14-Foot Hammerhead Washes Up on Alabama Beach, Pregnant With 40 Shark Pups A giant hammerhead fish washed up on the beach was found to be pregnant.

Stunning Northern Lights Brighten up the Skies in US, Canada [See Photos]

04.25.2023 08:50 AM

Residents from the United States and Canada were treated with a gorgeous display of Northern Lights Sunday night. Read for more details.

China, Russia Working Together for Nuclear Modernization? Land of the Dragon Establishes Strong Strategic System Amid Tension With Us [Report]

04.19.2023 10:00 AM

China is reportedly modernizing its nuclear weapon with the help of Russia. Read more. (Photo: Wikimedia Commons/EDF Energy) China, Russia Working Together For Nuclear Modernization? Land of the Dragon Establishes Strong Strategic System Amid Tension With US [Report] China and Russia are reportedly both working on modernizing their nuclear program.