The Kennebec River has been a vital resource for Central Maine for millennia. It has supported local communities, wildlife, and significant fish populations. Today, it also powers industries and offers recreational opportunities. Recently, The Nature Conservancy and Brookfield Renewable agreed to pu
America's factory farms, or CAFOs, produce a staggering amount of waste. This waste often ends up in our rivers and lakes, making them unsafe for swimming or fishing. The problem is that these farms are not held to the same environmental standards as other industries. Unlike factories, they don't ha
Three writers have been given $10, 000 each for their unique ability to mix science and literature. The National Book Foundation and the Alfred P. Sloan Foundation just announced the winners of their fifth annual Science + Literature awards. The winning books are quite different from each other. Ki
At the World Economic Forum in Davos, U. S. President Donald Trump couldn't resist making light of French President Emmanuel Macron's choice of eyewear. Macron had sported aviator sunglasses during his speech the day before, indoors. Trump, addressing the global elite, quipped, "I saw him yesterday,
Ukraine is using AI to step up its defense against Russian drones. They've teamed up with a U. S. company, Palantir, to build a special digital space called the Dataroom. This is where Ukrainian defense companies can train their AI models using real military data. The main goal? To make interceptor
The U. S. House of Representatives recently voted to undo a mining restriction in northern Minnesota. This move could open the door for a big mining project by Antofagasta, focusing on copper, cobalt, and nickel. The vote was close, with 214 in favor and 208 against. This decision now heads to the
Violent-Sexual Crimes (VSC) are a big problem in many cities. People often blame bad street design for these crimes. But what if changing how streets look could help? This idea is not new. Many studies have looked at how single things like lighting or trees affect crime. But most have not looked at
The Denver Broncos are in a tough spot. They made it to the AFC Championship Game, but their star quarterback, Bo Nix, got hurt. Now, they have to rely on backup Jarrett Stidham. This changes everything. The Broncos have a strong team, but can they still win without their main quarterback? The Bron
Micron's massive $100 billion chip factory in New York is making waves, but not everyone is cheering. A group of local advocates, unions, and environmentalists are stepping up, asking Micron to make some serious promises—ones that are legally binding. This project is huge. It's set to be the bigges
In 2026, being a leader is about more than just toughing it out. The old idea of "grit" is being replaced by something called emotional stamina. This is not just about avoiding burnout; it's about keeping a clear mind for making tough decisions. Many top leaders are feeling drained. A report from D
