Wildfire experts Jack Cohen and Stephen Pyne have been warning about the dangers of wildfires in Los Angeles for years. They're not happy about what's happening this week. The Woolsey Fire, which has destroyed hundreds of homes and forced thousands to evacuate, is a harsh reminder that we haven't be
The Lakeview, Cedar, and Oakwood wildfires have been burning across Los Angeles since Tuesday. Two more started on Wednesday and Thursday: Berkley, north of the city, and Evelyn, near Ventura County's border. The fires have claimed ten lives, forced 180, 000 evacuations, and destroyed many homes. A
In a recent development, Meta has taken a step back from its diversity and inclusion initiatives. The company has informed its employees that they are no longer required to interview candidates from underrepresented backgrounds or prioritize diverse suppliers. This move marks a significant shift in
Let's talk about 2024. It was a really warm year, like, really warm. NASA and NOAA said it was the warmest year ever recorded. This isn't just a one-time thing; 2023 was also the warmest year before that. The difference between 2024 and 2023? A tiny 0. 18 degrees Fahrenheit. Scientists have been pr
Imagine this: planes swooping over California's wildfires, dropping a bright pink liquid in a matter of seconds. This fire retardant has long been hailed as a key weapon against these blazes. But hold on a second – is it really safe? New research is painting a different picture. These retardants, u
Imagine you're looking at a world map that shows future climate changes. How do your eyes move? A study used eye-tracking to find out. They wanted to know if people focus on the same spots and if being alone or with someone changes how we look at these maps. The study found that people tend to stare
The NFL’s Vikings and Rams game had a change of venue due to wildfires, causing betting lines to shift. Originally, Minnesota was favored by 1. 5 points at DraftKings. After moving from SoFi Stadium in L. A. to Arizona, the line changed, now favoring the Vikings by 2. 5 points. The relocation from
Hey there, Instagram users! Brace yourselves, because political content is about to hit your feed by default. Yep, you heard it right. Meta, the parent company, is flipping the script from their previous policy of keeping political stuff out. Mark Zuckerberg seems to be shaking things up again. Why
Nearly a decade ago, the University of Missouri was in turmoil. Protests over racial injustice led to the resignation of top administrators and the hiring of a vice chancellor for inclusion, diversity, and equity. Fast forward to today, that diversity office is gone. This isn't just happening in Mis
The wildfires burning across Southern California are like a preview of what's to come. As President Trump starts his second term, he'll face a climate crisis that's costing Americans big time. We're talking billions of dollars every year in damage and health costs. Hurricanes like Helene and Milton
