Tropical Storm Melissa is slowly making its way through the Caribbean, with experts keeping a close eye on its development. As of Wednesday, the storm was moving west-northwest at a snail's pace, with winds clocking in at 50 mph. The storm's slow movement is concerning, as it gives Melissa more time
The first half of the year has been a costly one for the United States, with weather disasters causing over $100 billion in damage. This is the most expensive start to any year on record. Fourteen separate disasters each caused at least $1 billion in damage. This is a stark reminder of the increasin
AI is often criticized for its high energy use, but it also offers solutions to environmental problems. Data centers powering AI use a lot of electricity, and this demand is expected to rise. However, AI can help reduce energy waste and pollution in various ways. One area where AI shines is in maki
Alaska is packed with natural resources that could power the state with clean energy. Wind, water, and heat from the earth are all available in abundance. Using these resources could save over a billion dollars, especially for remote areas that rely on expensive diesel fuel. Some places have already
The world's financial leaders have just wrapped up their latest meeting in Washington, and the mood was a mix of relief and exhaustion. They're happy to see the global economy holding up better than expected, but they're also tired of all the uncertainty. It's been a wild ride since the U. S. introd
In the vast, icy landscapes of Alaska, three women are coming together to shed light on climate change in a unique way. Debbie Clarke Moderow, once a fierce competitor in the grueling Iditarod sled dog race, has traded her sled for a pen. Her journey from the race track to the written page is just o
New Zealand is making smart choices in trade as the U. S. and China fight over tariffs. The country's finance minister, Nicola Willis, recently talked about how New Zealand is focusing on stronger regional trade ties. This is important because small countries like New Zealand need to be ready for bi
New Zealand is getting ready for a rough patch in global trade. The country's finance chief, Nicola Willis, thinks that teaming up with neighbors and other partners is the way to go. This is especially important with the U. S. and China at odds over trade. Willis recently talked about this at big f
People across the country, from different backgrounds and political views, agree on one thing: our public lands are precious and need protection. This was clear when millions of acres of public lands were almost sold off in a recent budget proposal. The public spoke up, and the sale was stopped. But
Droughts are getting worse. They're lasting longer and hitting harder. Scientists have been studying how this affects grasslands and shrublands all over the world. They looked at 74 different places and found some interesting things. First, most ecosystems can handle droughts for a while. They migh
