Coffee lovers often ponder the environmental impact of their favorite brew. While coffee isn't the worst offender when it comes to climate change, it still contributes to greenhouse gas emissions. Experts estimate that producing a kilogram of roasted coffee can release over 40 kilograms of carbon di
A recent snowstorm left its mark on Portage, causing more than just slippery roads. The city got 9 inches of snow, which meant a lot of work for the snowplows. They had to drive 2, 800 miles to clear the streets. One big problem was cars parked on the streets. The city has a rule: when 2 or more in
A recent phone chat between Brazilian President Lula and former US President Trump covered some big topics. Trade and fighting crime were at the top of the list. Lula was happy that Trump had decided to lower some tariffs on Brazilian exports like coffee and beef. He hopes to keep talking about othe
South Carolina's coast is changing fast. Islands are disappearing. Roads and homes are underwater more often. This is not news to people who live there. Yet, the rules that protect these places are stuck in the past. They do not consider rising sea levels or the unique importance of areas like Cape
The pandemic changed how people connect. Video calls became a big deal, and dating wasn't left behind. Many started using FaceTime and Zoom for dates. This was a quick way to chat before meeting in person. It saved time and made things less formal. Some people liked these virtual dates a lot. T
A significant snowstorm is on its way to Colorado, promising a mix of troubles for travelers. The snow will start late at night, moving from the mountains towards Denver. By midnight, Denver will see a lot of snow, and it will keep moving south along I-25 all night. The next day, morning commuters
Kalani Sitake, the head coach of BYU, is at a crossroads. Penn State wants him to take over their football program. They are willing to pay him a lot more money than he makes now. But there is a big catch. Sitake has to decide between a big paycheck and staying with his team at BYU. BYU is special.
Anchorage is facing a serious issue. The number of pedestrian deaths has reached a record high, with 15 lives lost in the past year. This is a stark reminder that our city's roads are not safe for everyone. The idea of adding more dividers, like the one on Minnesota Drive, has been suggested. But is
The United Kingdom is stepping up its fight against sugar. They are adding more drinks to their sugar tax. This tax now includes sweetened milk drinks, like flavored milks and milkshakes. It also covers milk alternatives with added sugar, yogurt drinks, and some coffee drinks. Companies have until J
A winter storm has been causing trouble across the Midwest and Northeast. In West Virginia, a truck driver had a close call early this morning. Their tractor-trailer skidded off a bridge in Mason County due to slippery roads. Rescue teams had to work hard to get the driver out safely. Roads are stil
