World War II-era boat emerges from shrinking Lake Mead
As water levels drop at both Lake Mead and Lake Powell upstream on the Arizona-Utah line, states in the U.S. West increasingly face deeper cuts to their supply from the Colorado River.
As water levels drop at both Lake Mead and Lake Powell upstream on the Arizona-Utah line, states in the U.S. West increasingly face deeper cuts to their supply from the Colorado River.
Why mosquito season is getting worse
Mosquitoes aren't just annoying ― they pose serious health risks, even to people in the U.S. In fact, the CDC calls the mosquito the "world's deadliest animal." Here is why.
Mosquitoes aren't just annoying ― they pose serious health risks, even to people in the U.S. In fact, the CDC calls the mosquito the "world's deadliest animal." Here is why.
Sustainable bean-less coffee company receives $40M in funding
As the future of coffee beans as a crop faces uncertainty, a group of food scientists, biochemists and entrepreneurs at Atomo Coffee have reverse-engineered the coffee bean to create a smooth version of their favorite morning drink that has the same caffeinated kick but doesn’t require any beans at all.
As the future of coffee beans as a crop faces uncertainty, a group of food scientists, biochemists and entrepreneurs at Atomo Coffee have reverse-engineered the coffee bean to create a smooth version of their favorite morning drink that has the same caffeinated kick but doesn’t require any beans at all.
Supreme Court limits EPA's authority to regulate pollution from power plants
By a 6-3 vote, the Supreme Court said the Environmental Protection Agency does not have broad authority to regulate greenhouse gas emissions from power plants that contribute to global warming.
By a 6-3 vote, the Supreme Court said the Environmental Protection Agency does not have broad authority to regulate greenhouse gas emissions from power plants that contribute to global warming.
Florida fish treasure hunt: Eight $6,000 largemouth bass tagged in Florida lakes
The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission is hosting a fishing competition where participants can win up to $70,000 in prizes.
The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission is hosting a fishing competition where participants can win up to $70,000 in prizes.
World's biggest bacterium found in Caribbean mangrove swamp
Scientists have discovered the world’s largest bacterium in a Caribbean mangrove swamp.
Scientists have discovered the world’s largest bacterium in a Caribbean mangrove swamp.
Swarm of bugs picked up on Detroit, Cleveland weather radars
If you thought it was rain showers on the radar, think again!
If you thought it was rain showers on the radar, think again!
California crews use 4,500 gallons of water to put out Tesla fire
Sacramento fire crews used about 4,500 gallons of water to fully extinguish a Tesla that kept re-igniting and then ended up submerging the high-tech car into a makeshift pond to fully quell the blaze.
Sacramento fire crews used about 4,500 gallons of water to fully extinguish a Tesla that kept re-igniting and then ended up submerging the high-tech car into a makeshift pond to fully quell the blaze.
Package peddler: UPS testing electric bikes for deliveries to help fight climate change
UPS officials say eQuads are part of a larger plan to achieve the company's goal of carbon neutrality by 2050.
UPS officials say eQuads are part of a larger plan to achieve the company's goal of carbon neutrality by 2050.
National Pollinator Week: Why we should thank a bug for dinner
This week is National Pollinator Week. It's time to give thanks and reflect on the tireless service that bees, birds, bats, butterflies, moths, flies and many more animals perform every spring and summer. But why?
This week is National Pollinator Week. It's time to give thanks and reflect on the tireless service that bees, birds, bats, butterflies, moths, flies and many more animals perform every spring and summer. But why?
Lake Mead: Drought-stricken reservoir near Vegas hits new lowest level since 1930s
The water level of Lake Mead, which was created in the 1930s with the completion of the Hoover Dam, continues to fall. It has dropped 180 feet since 1983.
The water level of Lake Mead, which was created in the 1930s with the completion of the Hoover Dam, continues to fall. It has dropped 180 feet since 1983.
Show Your Stripes Day: How a colorful graphic raises awareness of climate change
Climate Central has created "Warming Stripes" graphics for 179 cities, 49 states and the globe that include available data up to 2021. Here's how you can find one for your city.
Climate Central has created "Warming Stripes" graphics for 179 cities, 49 states and the globe that include available data up to 2021. Here's how you can find one for your city.
Recent study shows bonefish with drugs in their system
A recent study shows Florida bonefish contain at least one drug in their system.
A recent study shows Florida bonefish contain at least one drug in their system.
From plastic to plant-based: New rule aims to protect national parks from pollution
The Department of Interior set a goal to eliminate single-use plastic products on public land by 2023.
The Department of Interior set a goal to eliminate single-use plastic products on public land by 2023.
Court rejects Trump-era EPA finding that Roundup weed killer safe
Glyphosate is the active ingredient in Roundup, the most widely used herbicide in the world.
Glyphosate is the active ingredient in Roundup, the most widely used herbicide in the world.
The average price for an EV has surpassed $60K; here are some affordable options
Soaring fuel prices prompted skyrocketing demand for EVs. Here are the most affordable options, for now.
Soaring fuel prices prompted skyrocketing demand for EVs. Here are the most affordable options, for now.
Movie review: Pixar’s ‘Lightyear’ is an emotional, mind-bending space odyssey
“Lightyear,” the latest film from the animation powerhouses at Pixar, must have seemed like a sure thing to Disney executives. It’s got Chris Evans, still riding high off his uber-buzzy (no pun intended) success in the Marvel Cinematic Universe. It’s a prequel of sorts to a beloved Pixar title, something the studio has proven can work thanks to 2013’s well-received “Monsters University.” And the movie in question isn’t a Pixar title, it’s the Pixar title: “Toy Story,” a landmark event for the studio and the world of animation. That confidence seems to have been warranted.
“Lightyear,” the latest film from the animation powerhouses at Pixar, must have seemed like a sure thing to Disney executives. It’s got Chris Evans, still riding high off his uber-buzzy (no pun intended) success in the Marvel Cinematic Universe. It’s a prequel of sorts to a beloved Pixar title, something the studio has proven can work thanks to 2013’s well-received “Monsters University.” And the movie in question isn’t a Pixar title, it’s the Pixar title: “Toy Story,” a landmark event for the studio and the world of animation. That confidence seems to have been warranted.
New Florida law would allow cities, counties to restrict smoking at parks, except cigars
A measure that would allow cities and counties to restrict smoking at beaches and parks that they own, is waiting for a signature from Gov. Ron DeSantis, according to information posted on the Florida Senate website.
A measure that would allow cities and counties to restrict smoking at beaches and parks that they own, is waiting for a signature from Gov. Ron DeSantis, according to information posted on the Florida Senate website.
Biden hosts international climate change meeting amid high gas price pressure
Friday's meeting comes as Biden has been focused on boosting fossil fuel production to reduce high gas prices.
Friday's meeting comes as Biden has been focused on boosting fossil fuel production to reduce high gas prices.
California debates listing western Joshua tree as threatened
California officials are weighing whether to list the iconic western Joshua tree as a threatened species, a designation that would make it harder to remove the trees for housing, solar or other development projects.
California officials are weighing whether to list the iconic western Joshua tree as a threatened species, a designation that would make it harder to remove the trees for housing, solar or other development projects.