The U. S. Department of Energy recently released a lengthy report on the effects of greenhouse gas emissions. The report, however, has been heavily criticized for its questionable approach to climate science. The energy secretary, Chris Wright, claimed that the media misrepresents climate science an
A group of South Korean workers, caught up in a recent immigration raid in Georgia, are set to leave the U. S. on Wednesday. The departure is scheduled for around 2:30 PM local time. This news comes from Yonhap, which cited an unnamed source. The South Korean government has chartered a plane to bri
Michigan's Upper Peninsula is gearing up for a significant training event focused on handling nuclear, biological, and chemical threats. From September 9th to 11th, various agencies, including the Michigan and Wisconsin National Guards, will gather at the Upper Peninsula State Fairgrounds in Escanab
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has confirmed that Chagas disease, often called the kissing bug disease, is now considered widespread in the United States. This condition is caused by a parasite called Trypanosoma cruzi, which is found in the feces of the triatomine bug, commonl
The Trump administration is making big changes to how science and energy are handled in the U. S. These changes could have lasting effects on the environment and public health. First, let's talk about science. The administration has been cutting back on research and data collection. This includes r
Recent data from the National Assessment of Educational Progress (NAEP) reveals a troubling trend: student scores in science, math, and reading have dropped significantly since 2019. This decline is evident across different grade levels, with eighth-graders' science scores falling by 4 points and 12
Private investors are stepping up to fill the gap left by reduced government spending on climate technology. A new group called the All Aboard Coalition has formed, with members like Khosla Ventures, Breakthrough Energy Ventures, and DCVC. They plan to raise about $300 million by the end of October
This weekend, the moon is getting a dramatic glow-up. It's not just any full moon, but a "blood moon. " This happens when the moon passes through Earth's shadow, and the sunlight that sneaks through our atmosphere gives the moon a reddish-orange hue. It's like all the sunrises and sunsets on Earth a
On Long Island, a massive particle detector has just passed a crucial test, bringing us closer to understanding the universe's earliest moments. The sPHENIX detector, a 1, 000-ton behemoth, successfully measured energy levels from high-speed gold ion collisions. This success is like a new telescope
China is putting on its biggest military parade ever. This isn't just a show of strength. It's a message to the world. President Xi Jinping wants to show that China is a major player on the global stage. He's not alone. Russia's Vladimir Putin and North Korea's Kim Jong Un will be there too. These l
