Thousands warned to evacuate in Southern California as wildfires threaten Malibu
According to officials, a wind-fueled wildfire that broke out in Malibu, California, on Monday has burned homes and forced evacuations and a shelter-in-place order at Pepperdine University. The Franklin Fire,…
Your daily cup of coffee could get more expensive because of climate change
Experts caution that the cost of a cup of coffee will probably rise in the near future for coffee drinkers and cafe patrons. This month, the cost of arabica coffee…
Trump picks Kimberly Guilfoyle and Tom Barrack to be ambassadors to Greece and Turkey
Donald Trump, the president-elect, announced on Tuesday that he will appoint Kimberly Guilfoyle, a former Fox News star, and Tom Barrack, a longtime friend who is a billionaire, as ambassadors…
Supreme Court probes environmental review of Utah oil railway
WashingtonIn a debate over whether federal officials carried out a thorough enough environmental analysis before allowing an 88-mile railroad project that would transport crude oil in Utah, the Supreme Court…
The state of the Arctic: High temperatures, melting ice, fires and unprecedented emissions
The Summary This was the Arctic s second-hottest year on record, according to a new NOAA report. The tundra has become a source of emissions, rather than a carbon sink,…
What the oil and gas industry wants from Trump and how his administration might deliver it
For President-elect Donald Trump, the oil and gas sector has a list of things to do. Trump has been urged by the advocacy group American Petroleum Institute to expeditiously approve…
The 11 Most Virginian Areas Infested With Snakes
Virginia, a state rich in natural beauty and biodiversity, is also home to an impressive array of over thirty snake species. Remarkably, of these, only three are venomous, all of…
Arizona’s Most Snake-Infested Lakes
Arizona, with its sun-drenched landscapes and diverse ecosystems, is home to an astounding variety of wildlife, including a significant population of snakes. In fact, the state boasts 41 species and…
The 13 Deadliest Florida Animals
Florida is renowned for its sunny skies, pristine beaches, and bustling theme parks, drawing millions of visitors each year. However, lurking beneath this paradise is a hidden danger— a host…
Virginia’s Top 12 Deadliest Animals
Virginia, celebrated for its Appalachian vistas and Atlantic shores, carries a history as one of America’s original colonies and hosts numerous historical landmarks. Yet, beyond its historical tapestry, Virginia is…