Brazil's gold mining history has left a messy mark. Mercury, used to extract gold, has polluted the environment in ways that are hard to undo. This isn't just a problem for nature; it's a health risk for people too. Mercury gets into the environment in three main ways. First, new mercury is added d
Matthew Samuda, Jamaica's Minister of Water, Environment and Climate Change, has taken on a big role. He is now the president of the United Nations Environment Assembly (UNEA). This group is like the boss of environmental decisions in the United Nations. Samuda got this job during the seventh meeti
The U. S. House Republicans have rolled out a healthcare plan that skips over a big issue: the end of Obamacare subsidies. These subsidies, which have been helping millions of Americans afford health insurance during the pandemic, are set to expire at the end of December. Without an extension, premi
In Skagit County, families are dealing with serious flooding along the Skagit River. The river reached a new high, but the flood wall in downtown Mount Vernon held strong. Now, the water is going down, but not fast enough for those who had to leave their homes. People from eastern communities along
Western Washington is still dealing with serious flooding and landslide risks. The good news is that everyone who had to leave their homes can now go back. But the Riverwalk Trail is still shut down. Officials in Puyallup say it will take a while to fix the damage there. Leavenworth, a town famous
A hot new show is making waves. Crave, a Canadian streaming service, has given the green light for a second season of "Heated Rivalry. " This isn't just any show; it's a steamy drama about two professional hockey players who fall in love in secret. HBO Max is teaming up to bring this series to more
Alabama's approach to the death penalty has become more about political posturing than upholding justice. This is evident in the state's recent actions and the case of Joseph Clifton Smith, who is set to be executed despite clear evidence of intellectual disabilities. The state's use of nitrogen hy
A new plan is in the works to send international troops to Gaza. This isn't about fighting but about keeping the peace. Many countries are interested in helping, but the details are still being worked out. Who will lead these troops? An American general might be in charge, but nothing is set in ston
Candida albicans is a sneaky fungus that can cause serious infections. It's a big problem in hospitals and for people with weak immune systems. The trouble is, it's getting harder to treat because it's becoming resistant to common medicines. Scientists have found a new weapon in the fight against C
True Detective's first season was a big hit. It was dark, deep, and full of mystery. It was not like other crime shows. It had a unique way of looking at crime and the people who solve it. But after that, the show lost its way. Each new season tried to live up to the first one but failed. Fans are s
