Ron Baron, a well-known investor, is staying calm during the recent tech stock downturn. He sees this as a chance to find good deals, rather than a reason to panic. On CNBC's "Squawk Box, " he shared his thoughts, saying he's just looking around to see where the best opportunities are. Baron is par
The Conservation Foundation is putting on a free event to talk about how shopping choices can help the planet. It's called \"Shopping with the Environment in Mind\" and will happen on November 21 at McDonald Farm in Naperville. The event is from 4:30 to 5:30 p. m. Diane Osgood, an environmental eco
In a recent discussion, EPA head Lee Zeldin shared insights on the Trump administration's environmental strategy. He claimed that within the first 300 days, the EPA has made significant changes. These changes aim to protect the environment while also boosting the economy. Zeldin argued that the Tru
First Nations' deep connection to the land offers valuable insights into environmental accounting. The UN's SEEA-EA framework aims to blend environmental and economic data. It organizes ecosystem details, measures services, and tracks changes over time. But how can it better include First Nations' v
Cities are always looking for ways to make life better for their residents. One big challenge is how to make sure everyone has a healthy environment and fair opportunities. A new tool called agent-based simulation is helping to figure this out. This tool can show what might happen if a city changes
A young child's life was tragically cut short due to a series of medical errors. De'Markus Page, just 2 years old, was taken to AdventHealth Ocala Hospital in March 2024. He had been crying a lot, had diarrhea, and wasn't eating. Doctors found he had a virus and low potassium levels. They treated hi
Cancer care is not for the faint-hearted. Nurses in this field often face high-pressure situations that demand quick, critical decisions. But what sets exceptional cancer nurses apart? Two key factors stand out: their emotional intelligence and the support they receive from their workplace. Emotion
In Belem, Brazil, a vibrant protest unfolded during the midway point of the UN climate negotiations. The streets filled with people wearing black to mourn the impact of fossil fuels and red to honor those fighting for the environment. This was not just any protest; it was a bold statement made by va
The fat around the heart, called epicardial adipose tissue (EAT), is special. It has traits similar to brown fat, which helps burn energy. One important protein in EAT is UCP1, which plays a role in how cells make and use energy. Scientists wanted to see how stopping UCP1 affects the way EAT works,
A comet from another star system has been making headlines. It's called 3I/ATLAS, and it's the third such visitor we've spotted. It's not a spaceship, despite what some people might think. Scientists are still figuring out what makes this comet tick. When 3I/ATLAS got close to the sun, it started t
