The heart of the Himalayas saw a flurry of activity this May, as hundreds of climbers and their Sherpa guides attempted to conquer Mount Everest. The world's highest peak, standing at 8, 849 meters, tested their mettle with harsh weather conditions and crowded routes. The climbing season, which wraps up at the end of May, saw many climbers push their limits, but not ...
The weather forecast for the upcoming days is quite eventful. Friday is expected to be quite stormy. The day will start with scattered showers and thunderstorms. These storms could bring heavy rain and lightning. Some of these storms might even turn strong or severe. The main concern is strong wind gusts, which could reach speeds of 50 to 60 miles per hour. The Lowco...
A new visa option is on the horizon for those looking to move to the United States. This new "gold card" will replace the existing EB-5 program, which offers green cards to investors. The catch? It will cost a hefty 5 million dollars. This move is part of a broader trend of making immigration more expensive and exclusive. It's a clear signal that wealth is becoming a...
In the vast skies of northwestern China, a daring paraglider found himself in a situation that seemed straight out of a thriller movie. Peng Yujiang, a 55-year-old adventurer, was caught in a powerful cloud vortex. This vortex carried him to an astonishing height of 8, 598 meters above sea level. This is roughly the same height as the world's highest peak, Mount Ever...
The weather is gearing up for a dramatic shift. Over the next few hours, a significant weather event is expected. A severe thunderstorm watch is in place from the I-25 corridor stretching eastward into the plains. This alert will stay active until 8:00 pm. For those living in the easternmost counties of Colorado, there is an additional concern. A tornado watch has ...
A thrilling ODI series is on the horizon as England prepares to welcome West Indies to Edgbaston in Birmingham. The first match is set for May 29. This series marks a fresh start for England, with Harry Brook taking the reins as captain for the first time in a 50-over format. Brook, recognized for his bold batting approach and calm demeanor under stress, will be putt...
Weather and war. Two things that don't sound like they go together. Yet, they can have a big impact on food prices. It's not just about the fighting. Extreme weather can mess up food production. When these two things happen at the same time, it can be a double whammy for food supplies. Take the Russian-Ukrainian conflict, for example. It's a perfect storm of weather...
The world is in for a rough ride over the next few years. Top weather experts have a grim forecast: get ready for more intense heat waves and stronger storms. The chance of breaking annual temperature records is high. There is an 80% likelihood that the world will shatter another temperature record in the next five years. The world is also likely to surpass the inter...
Boston is in for a change in weather. The warm days are taking a break. Temperatures will drop from the 80s to the 60s. This shift starts today and will last for a week. It will be a damp few days, but there's a silver lining. The rain will be steady on Thursday. It won't be a heavy downpour, but it will keep the skies gray. Friday might see some sun in the morning...
The world is in for a scorching few years, according to leading weather experts. There is a significant chance that the next five years will see record-breaking temperatures. This means that the planet will experience more intense and frequent extreme weather events. Scientists have been crunching the numbers and the results are clear: the world is heating up. The g...