A new study reveals the alarming scale and impact of the dark fishing industry, which operates without public tracking or regulation. Using satellite imagery and artificial intelligence, researchers estimated that up to 75% of the world’s large fishing vessels are not being monitored, posing a serious threat to marine life...
NASA Makes History by Streaming a Cat Video from Deep Space
NASA has achieved a remarkable feat by successfully transmitting an ultra-high definition video of a cat from deep space to Earth. The video, which features a playful feline named Taters, was sent from a spacecraft orbiting the Moon using a laser communication system. This is the first time that such...
Biden administration unveils plan to protect old-growth forests from climate threats
The U.S. government has announced a new initiative to conserve and restore the nation’s old-growth and mature forests, which are vital for biodiversity, carbon storage and climate resilience. The plan aims to address the increasing challenges posed by wildfires, pests, drought and other impacts of climate change on these ancient...
Flood waters force closure of Route 2 in Milton
The town of Milton in Vermont experienced severe flooding on Monday, December 20, 2023, as heavy rain caused the Lamoille River to overflow its banks. The rising water level submerged several low-lying areas and forced the closure of Route 2, a major road that connects Milton with other towns. The...
California adopts landmark rules to turn wastewater into drinking water
California has become the first state in the nation to approve regulations that will allow for the direct reuse of treated wastewater for drinking water purposes. The new rules, which were adopted by the State Water Resources Control Board on Tuesday, are expected to create a new source of water...