Minnesota Power's decision to offer a reward for old fridges and freezers might be seen as a stroke of genius. But is it just a clever marketing ploy to get people to get rid of their old, energy-hungry appliances, or is it a genuine effort to reduce waste and promote sustainability? Are these older
Cruise ships have doubled in size over the past two decades, a precedent that could lead to even bigger vessels plying our oceans in the future and bringing potential problems, a new report has warned. The largest passenger vessels today are twice as large as they were in 2000, says a study conduct
Southern Africa is reeling from its worst drought in decades, with Namibia particularly hard hit. With 84% of its food reserves depleted, the country is on the brink of a humanitarian crisis. In response, the Namibian government has announced a plan to cull 723 wild animals, including 83 elephants,
While cancer may seem like a daunting and uncontrollable force, a new study from the American Cancer Society reveals that nearly half of adult cancer deaths in the US could be prevented by making lifestyle changes. As Dr. Arif Kamal, chief patient officer of the American Cancer Society, emphasizes,
The debate over crypto mining's impact on health has reached a fever pitch in Texas, with residents of small towns near mining operations claiming to suffer from "unexplained health problems." One mining company, Marathon Digital, is pushing back against allegations that its operations are to blame.
As the federal Liberal Party retreats on Vancouver Island, a pressing question hangs in the air: what's the real cost of forcing salmon farms to switch to land-based technology by 2029? The BC Salmon Farmers Association (BCSFA) is sounding the alarm, urging the government to rethink its plan and
California's Proposition 4 is set to borrow $10 billion to fund a plethora of environmental projects. But is this measure more about politics than sound policy? After this year's budget debacle, the state should be focusing on cutting debt, not increasing it. The measure's 100+ programs lack a sens
The climate crisis is an existential threat to our planet, and it's time to take action. But, did you know that state legislatures hold the key to our survival? A recent Supreme Court decision has reminded us that federal agencies can't be relied upon to make progress on crucial issues like climate
A new, massive battery recycling plant is being built in Germany by Cylib, a startup backed by Porsche and Bosch. This facility, costing over 180 million euros ($200 million), is expected to be the biggest of its kind in Europe, capable of recycling 30,000 metric tons of end-of-life batteries each y
Apple has given its premium over-ear headphones a much-needed makeover, adding five new stylish colors to the AirPods Max. Midnight, starlight, blue, orange and purple join the existing space gray option, giving users more ways to match their audio accessories with other Apple gear. The compan
