Heavy rainfalls have caused serious flooding in Kruger National Park. Authorities decided to close the park to new visitors. This is to keep everyone safe. People already staying in lodges inside the park can stay. But some areas near the Letaba river had to be evacuated. Videos show big parts of t
George Saunders, a renowned author, has a unique fascination with ghosts and mortality. His latest novel, Vigil, explores these themes through the story of an oil tycoon who, on his deathbed, is visited by spirits. These ghosts force him to confront his life's work and the impact it has had on the w
The ocean is full of tiny creatures called protistan plankton. These little guys are super important. They help make up the food chain and keep the ocean healthy. But what happens to them when the environment changes? Scientists wanted to find out. They set up a big experiment in the Humboldt Curre
California is stepping up its game in tackling environmental issues. A new role has been created to make sure science plays a big part in decision-making. Dr. Andrew D. Jones has been appointed as the first Science Advisor to the California Natural Resources Secretary. This is all part of a new prog
Climate risk info is super important. It helps people decide where to live, banks to manage loans, and governments to give out funds. But, there's a problem. The data used to make these decisions isn't always reliable. This is because the methods and assumptions behind the data aren't always clear.
In the frozen lands of Siberia, a 14, 400-year-old wolf puppy's final meal has opened a window into the past. Inside this ancient predator's stomach, scientists discovered remnants of a woolly rhino, a massive creature that once roamed the tundras of Europe and Asia. This unexpected find has allowed
Greenland, the world's largest island, is losing its ice at an alarming rate. This isn't just a problem for Greenland. It's a problem for everyone. The ice in Greenland is melting because the Earth is getting warmer. This is happening because people are burning too much coal, oil, and gas. These thi
The Trump administration has recently introduced a new food guide. It suggests that Americans should eat more protein. The guide shows a colorful, upside-down pyramid. At the top, there is a big red steak, a piece of cheese, and a carton of whole milk. The administration says this is "ending the war
Prices at Walmart have been on a rollercoaster ride, affecting shoppers like Greg Reyes and his wife. They've had to cut back on treats like ice cream due to rising costs. The U. S. saw a 2. 7% increase in the cost of living last year, driven by factors like tariffs and extreme weather. These change
China's push for green energy is making waves, both on land and in the sea. Wind farms, those giant spinning structures, are doing more than just generating electricity. They're giving marine life a helping hand. In 2025, renewable energy became the world's top electricity source, and China led the
