Edmonds' big plan to turn sewage into energy has turned into a smelly mess. The city spent a lot of money on a new system called gasification. This was supposed to replace an old incinerator. But it hasn't worked out as planned. The system was supposed to destroy harmful chemicals and make energy. I
Taylor Swift has made history again, this time with her latest album, "The Life of a Showgirl. " In just five days, the album has sold over 3. 5 million units, beating Adele's long-standing record for the biggest first-week sales. Adele's "25" held the record since 2015 with 3. 482 million units. Bu
In the early days of the COVID-19 pandemic, doctors noticed something odd. Many patients fighting the virus also had fungal infections. These fungi, mainly from the Candida family, were found in the lungs and airways of COVID-19 patients more often than in those who didn't have the virus. Researche
A brand-new spot for marine lovers is about to make a splash in Sarasota. The Mote Science Education Aquarium, or Mote SEA for short, is set to open its doors on October 8. This isn't just any aquarium; it's a massive 146, 000-square-foot campus filled with creatures big and small, from manatees to
A former finance bigwig's assistant is now in hot water. Jennifer Powers, 45, is accused of some serious crimes. She stands charged with sex trafficking and helping to transport women across states for dubious acts. This all ties back to her former boss, Howard Rubin, a once-respected portfolio mana
In a small Alaskan community, life revolved around salmon. The men and boys would venture out in boats to catch the fish, while the women waited on shore. The salmon they caught weren't the biggest, but there were plenty of them. The kids would play in the water, swim, and enjoy the sunny days. Life
In the vibrant waters of Colombia's Caribbean coast, a 70-year-old marine biologist named Elvira Alvarado is on a mission. She's not just any scientist; she's a pioneer in coral reef restoration and has been dubbed "the mother of Colombian corals. " Her journey began nearly half a century ago when s
Nestled in the peaceful Greens at Gillette Ridge, this Bloomfield home stands out for its thoughtful design and prime location. It's one of 168 homes in the development, tucked away at the back for extra quiet. The owners chose this spot carefully. They wanted privacy and lots of natural light. The
Oksana Baiul, a name synonymous with grace and determination, has had quite the journey. Born in Ukraine, she rose to fame as a figure skater, making history as the first athlete to win gold for independent Ukraine at the 1994 Winter Olympics. Her coach, Galina Zmievskaya, often spoke about the toug
A recent fire at the Chevron refinery in El Segundo might cause gas prices in Southern California to go up. The fire damaged a part of the refinery that makes jet fuel, but the rest of the facility seems okay. This refinery is important because it makes a lot of the fuel used in cars and planes in t
