One dead in Colorado blaze as fires ravage US west
One person has died in a Colorado wildfire, officials said Wednesday, as around a hundred infernos continue to blaze across western US states and a dangerous new heat wave looms......»»
Emergent gravity may be a dead idea, but it’s not a bad one
Gravity may not emerge, but some interesting ideas did. Emergent gravity is a bold idea. It claims that the force of gravity is a mere illusion, more akin to friction or heat—a.....»»
Reward of $100,000 offered in mysterious death of beloved Mexican gray wolf in Arizona
A beloved Mexican gray wolf, who was known among conservationists as a symbol of hope for the endangered species, was found dead under mysterious circumstances in Arizona......»»
Illegal farm fires fuel Indian capital"s smog misery
The illegal burning of farm fields in northern India reached a record high this season, fueling a toxic smog choking millions including in the capital New Delhi, government monitors said Tuesday......»»
Ranchers again ask Colorado wildlife officials to delay release of next round of wolves
Colorado ranchers are renewing their demand for state wildlife officials to delay the release of more wolves until they finalize more programs to prevent attacks on livestock......»»
In collective animal movements, speed matters—scientists use "force map" to investigate fish schools
Few things are as fascinating to look at a flock of starlings performing their aerial bird dance that is commonly seen, for example, above the West Pier in Brighton, UK, or in Rome when exiting the main train station, or a school of fish escaping a p.....»»
Play these 3 PS Plus games this weekend before they leave (November 15-17)
Some heavy hitters are leaving PS Plus soon, including Red Dead Redemption 2. Give them a try this weekend if you don't want to miss your chance......»»
Decline in West African coastal fish stocks threatens food security and livelihoods
Small-scale fisheries play a vital role in providing food and livelihoods for millions of people around the world, particularly in low-income countries in Africa. However, there is limited statistical data on the composition, abundance, and distribut.....»»
Colorado River basins could face tipping point, drought study warns
Water from Colorado's West Slope basins plays a vital role in supporting the economy and natural environment across seven western U.S. states, but a new study finds that even under modest climate projections, the basins face a potential tipping point.....»»
Concord returns from the dead in Amazon’s Secret Level trailer
The latest trailer for animated anthology series Secret Level flaunts its celebrity cast and lineup of featured video game franchises......»»
Four out of five people in Africa use wood for cooking. A transition would cut emissions and save lives
Four in every five people in Africa cook using wood, charcoal and other polluting fuels in open fires or inefficient stoves. This releases harmful pollutants and leads to respiratory illnesses and heart disease, particularly among children......»»
Endangered creature hit and killed by vehicle in Florida—the 27th death this year
A 2-year-old panther—listed as an endangered species—was found dead on a road in Florida, marking the 27th panther death in the state this year, records show......»»
Was "Snowball Earth" a global event? New study delivers best proof yet
Geologists have uncovered strong evidence from Colorado that massive glaciers covered Earth down to the equator hundreds of millions of years ago, transforming the planet into an icicle floating in space......»»
New greenhouse gas projections show Colorado moving in right direction to reduce pollution
Colorado is projected to fall short of its benchmarks for reducing greenhouse gas emissions in the next five years, but a new look at progress shows that, like a person trying to lose weight for a class reunion, the state has shaved off a few more po.....»»
Over 130 homes lost in California wildfire as winds drop
Firefighters grappling with a blaze that has destroyed at least 130 homes in California said Friday they had made progress in their fight as a turn in the weather offered a break......»»
DNA shows Pompeii’s dead aren’t who we thought they were
Integrating genetic data with historic and archaeological data can enrich or correct popular narratives. People have long been fascinated by the haunting plaster casts of the bodi.....»»
NASA fires up its X-59 quiet supersonic jet engine for the first time
NASA wants to bring back supersonic air travel with its X-59 jet......»»
Reintroduced Colorado wolf likely died after fight with another wolf, federal wildlife officials say
One of Colorado's reintroduced wolves likely died of wounds it suffered during a fight with another wolf, federal officials announced Thursday......»»
How prisons fall short in protecting the incarcerated from climate disasters
Blistering heat, freezing cold, and overflowing sewage water: These were the living conditions that formerly incarcerated people in Colorado said they suffered inside the state's prisons and jails......»»
On-again off-again: Apple Ring project may not be dead
The long-rumored Apple Ring continues to generate buzz as industry insiders speculate on its potential to reshape health tech, despite uncertainty around its release.Samsung's Galaxy RingWearable technology has evolved rapidly, with smartwatches and.....»»
Climate change is contributing to drought in the American West even without rainfall deficits, scientists find
Higher temperatures caused by anthropogenic climate change made an ordinary drought into an exceptional drought that parched the American West from 2020–2022. A study by UCLA and National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration climate scientists ha.....»»