ENVIRONMENTAL

Oct 10 2024ENVIRONMENT

Should Big Oil Be Held Accountable?

Back in 1989, a report from Shell predicted two futures: one with controlled fossil fuels and little climate change, and another with rising temperatures and violent storms. The second scenario is now the reality for many families in Florida, Georgia, North Carolina, South Carolina, and Tennessee. H

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Oct 08 2024ENVIRONMENT

Forest Service's Budget Crunch Leaves Seasonal Workers in Limbo

The US Forest Service is facing a significant budget cut, leading to a hiring freeze on seasonal positions for the next fiscal year. This decision affects thousands of temporary workers who maintain national forests, clean campsites, and perform critical environmental research. The agency relies hea

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Oct 07 2024ENVIRONMENT

Kelly Slater Speaks Out: Bali's Uluwatu Under Threat!

In a surprising turn of events, world-renowned surfer Kelly Slater has spoken out against the destruction of one of Indonesia’s most cherished surf spots, Uluwatu. A massive seawall project, intended to protect the ancient Uluwatu Temple from wave damage and earthquake cracks, is causing significant

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Oct 06 2024TECHNOLOGY

AI's Big Power Problem: Nuclear or Bust?

You might think AI is taking over the world, but it's running into a big problem: power. AI needs tons of energy to work, and tech giants like Microsoft and Amazon are turning to nuclear power to keep up. But is this a smart move or just another risk? Let's find out. AI companies want more power be

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Oct 04 2024ENVIRONMENT

Eating Greener: Kingston's Plantiful October

Have you ever thought about what you eat? Not just the taste, but how it affects your body and our planet. That’s what Kingston is focusing on this October with a series of events called "Plantiful". It's all about switching to plant-based foods for personal health and environmental sustainability.

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Oct 04 2024ENVIRONMENT

What Happens to Our Wastewater?

Have you ever thought about what happens after we flush the toilet or drain the sink? In many US rural areas, wastewater from homes and businesses goes into cesspools. These are like big underground storage tanks that hold waste until it can be treated. But here's a problem: some of these cesspools

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Oct 03 2024ENVIRONMENT

The Hidden Plastic in Our Makeup and Skincare

Ever thought about what's really in your makeup and skincare products? It turns out that microplastics might be hiding there, especially in leave-on items like moisturizers and lipsticks. You won't find these tiny plastics in rinse-off products like face scrubs anymore, as many countries have banned

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Oct 02 2024WEATHER

Minnesota Braces for Extreme Fire Danger Today!

Hey there, Minnesota folks! Listen up because today's weather is going to be extra tricky. The National Weather Service has just issued a Red Flag Warning from 11:00 a.m. all the way until 8:00 p.m. Why so serious? Well, strong winds are expected, blowing in from the south and northwest at speeds up

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Oct 01 2024HEALTH

Smoke Signals: A Chemical Plant Fire's Far-Reaching Impact

The Biolab facility in Rockdale County, Georgia, was the site of a chemical plant fire that sent a plume of smoke into the air and sent a strong chlorine smell wafting through the surrounding counties. The fire, which broke out on a Sunday morning, was finally extinguished, but the effects of the sm

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Sep 28 2024OPINION

Jimmy Carter: A Life Dedicated to Peace and Human Rights

Former President Jimmy Carter's legacy in foreign policy is marked by his courageous pursuit of peace and human rights. He tackled challenging issues like the Panama Canal Treaties, which improved U.S.-Latin American relations, and the Camp David Accords, maintaining peace between Israel and Egypt s

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