New Mexico isn’t happy with how the federal government handles nuclear waste cleanup in the state. The big issue is Los Alamos National Laboratory, where radioactive trash has piled up since the 1950s. Officials in New Mexico say the U. S. Department of Energy is favoring new nuclear weapons product
NASA just got a hand-me-down plane that used to fly thousands of passengers around the world. But this isn’t any ordinary jet—it’s now the biggest flying science lab in the agency’s fleet. After a year of heavy-duty upgrades in Texas, the former Japan Airlines Boeing 777 landed at NASA’s Langley Res
Utah faces a quiet crisis every winter when thick, dirty air gets trapped over the valleys. The Great Salt Lake’s shrinking size worsens that pollution while hurting local jobs and natural habitats. Meanwhile, homeowners watch their power bills climb month after month. These aren’t just environmenta
Nationwide, high school grads and working adults are skipping expensive four-year plans in favor of community colleges that cost far less. Many students choose two-year programs because they lead straight to well-paying jobs in fields like nursing, IT, or welding—often without student debt. Others u
New York City schools are in the spotlight once more as officials investigate a group of teachers who openly support Palestinian rights. The federal government claims these educators pushed harmful views against Jewish students by calling Zionists "genocidal white supremacists" in class. But here’s
North Carolina has officially labeled 82 counties as disaster zones because of extreme drought. This move helps local farmers get financial support to survive the tough conditions. The problem started months ago when rain stopped coming. Usually, late-season storms provide much-needed water, but thi
NASA plans to send its newest eye into space by early September. The Nancy Grace Roman Space Telescope, which will be launched on a SpaceX Falcon Heavy rocket, is scheduled for this year’s launch window. The mission aims to complete its journey by May 2027 at the latest. The Roman telescope was ann
New Jersey is joining other states in setting up teams to boost public health efforts, especially after recent shifts in national health guidelines. These groups help share knowledge and tools to track and control diseases like measles, which has been popping up in pockets around the country. The s
Nevada’s weather is famous for throwing surprises, even in summer. One day might feel like a desert oven, and the next could bring sudden rain or even snow in the mountains. Many locals joke that stepping outside without checking the forecast first is like playing weather roulette. The Old Farmer’s
Nico Ali Walsh, a pro boxer and Muhammad Ali’s grandson, stepped onto the Senate floor to speak against a new law that carries his family name. The bill, called the Muhammad Ali American Boxing Revival Act, was passed by the House earlier this year and now faces scrutiny in Washington. Walsh’s me
