Florida State

Across most US coastlines, the rate of sea level rise would suggest future trajectories that would be considered “intermediate” under a series of scenarios projected by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration. The sea level rise scenarios, which range from “low” and “intermediate low” to “intermediate high” and “high,” are based on various uncertainties including the global resolve to address the greenhouse gas emissions warming the climate.

In the South, sea level rise accelerates at some of the most extreme rates on Earth

Oregon State

Gearhart, OR

LiveScience

A rare giant hoodwinker sunfish that washed ashore Gearhart beach in Oregon could be the largest of its species ever sampled.

Gigantic sunfish that washed up on Oregon beach could be the largest of its species ever found

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There are certain zodiac signs that most people are careful with because of their fiery and low tolerance levels. You can hardly mess with individuals with such signs without getting a backlash. Whether they are in work environments or family settings, they do not hesitate to set boundaries and protect them.

5 Zodiac Signs You Don't Mess With

Chicago, IL

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Shortly before 3 AM, people in the Chicago area may have felt their houses shake as a 3.4-magnitude earthquake occurred about 60 miles west of the city. (CHICAGO) The United States Geological Survey (USGS) reported a 3.4-magnitude earthquake around Somonauk, IL. Somonauk is in DeKalb and LaSalle Counties, 64 miles west of Chicago.

Did You Feel the Earthquake?

Pembroke Pines, FL

Insider

Residents living near an artificial lake in Florida noticed a manatee swimming in it. Manatees typically swim near the coast and in rivers, not lakes.

Florida residents were shocked to see a manatee swimming in their human-made lake. A biologist thinks she knows how it got there.

The love for animals generally brings with it a strong sense of compassion, companionship, and a need to care for all things natural. In your birth chart, caring for animals falls with your moon sign in the 6th house, ruled by Venus and Mercury.

3 Zodiac Signs That Most Love Animals

New York City, NY

Cheryl E Preston

Yesterday was the third time this year that an ad stating Chelsea Clinton lives in a beautiful Virginia home popped up on my laptop. My computer did not warn me this was a dangerous site, so this time, I clicked on the link.

Chelsea Clinton is rumored to be living in Virginia but probably still in NYC

Virginia State

A-Z-Animals

Great white sharks are fascinating animals. They’ve been the focus of many stories, movies, and television shows. Although these large predators are labeled as aggressive and blood-thirsty, this isn’t the case. Great white shark attacks are rare! They don’t actively hunt for humans, but you should never mess with a great white shark. Although not […]

The Largest Great White Sharks Ever Found Off Virginia Waters

A mother’s love knows no bounds, regardless of species or habitat. This was beautifully demonstrated by a pygmy blue whale, captured on camera for the first time nursing her calf underwater, as shared by Insider Divers on YouTube. Initially seen swimming alone, the mother whale was later shown with her calf latched onto her, feeding as they journeyed through the waters. The touching footage was filmed off the coast of Timor-Leste in Southeast Asia by a group dedicated to studying blue whales, reports IFL Science.

Researchers capture first-ever underwater footage of blue whale nursing its calf on a 5000 km trip

Wyoming State

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Caitlin Tan wanted to breed her childhood horse, JP, because she’s been “amazing” — the type of animal any equestrian would be lucky to have once in a lifetime. Having access to coveted bloodlines increased the allure. Via the Miller Ranch, she could pair her 18-year-old mare with a stud descendent of Playboy’s Buck Fever.

Cream of the crop: a cremello foal is born in Wyoming

Ever wondered about the ocean's quirkiest resident? Meet the Ocean Sunfish, also known as Mola Mola. This fascinating creature holds the title of the heaviest bony fish, tipping scales at over 2,200 pounds. With its peculiar shape, resembling a giant floating head, the Ocean Sunfish often leaves people scratching their heads. But what makes this fish so unique? For starters, it can grow up to 10 feet long and 14 feet tall, including its fins. Despite its size, it primarily dines on jellyfish. Sunfish are also known for their sunbathing habits, often seen basking on the ocean's surface. Intrigued yet? Dive into these 15 facts to learn more about this gentle giant of the sea.

15 Facts About Ocean Sunfish

Do you believe in genuine friendship? Finding a loyal and reliable friend is tricky nowadays. Many people are two-faced and like using their loved ones’ weaknesses to attack them.

5 Zodiac Signs That Make The Best Friends

How can Astrology tell you about your worst friends? Astrology is the concept of using the placement of the planets and their related astrological signs, or the Signs of the Zodiac, to determine the course of a life. These placements based on your birth date, time, and location can give you a wealth of information about your personality traits and character and predict events throughout your life based on your sign and current placements. Of course, this is a quick overview, and doing actual natal charts and horoscopes is much more complicated. But now you have a basic idea of what astrology is.

5 Zodiac Signs That Could Be Your Worst Friend

Pennsylvania State

Bucks County Beacon

With an assassination attempt on Donald Trump at a rally in Pennsylvania on July 13, 2024, the U.S. experienced another violent episode in its increasingly polarized politics. Former President Trump, who’s about to formally become the GOP nominee for president in the 2024 election, survived the attempted assassination when, initial reports said, a bullet grazed his ear . But one rally attendee was killed , more spectators were injured and the suspected gunman is also dead. The Conversation’s politics editor, Naomi Schalit, spoke with University of Massachusetts, Lowell, scholar Arie Perliger after the event. Perliger offered insight from his study of political violence and assassinations. Given the stark political polarization in the U.S., Perliger said, “it’s not a surprise that eventually people engage in violence.”

‘One Inch from a Potential Civil War’? Trump Shooting a Close Call for American Democracy

News Chronicles

In the vast and mysterious waters of the Atlantic Ocean, a unique bond has formed between a human and a tiger shark, challenging the conventional perceptions of these apex predators.

Scuba Diver and 14-Foot Tiger Shark Form 'Rare' Unique Bond

Las Vegas, NV

As temperatures rise, severe pavement burns, particularly in the desert Southwest, are becoming more common and sometimes deadly. Adeel Hassan and Isabelle Taft report for The New York Times. In short:. Stephen Cantwell suffered severe burns after passing out on a Las Vegas sidewalk during extreme heat. Burn centers in...

Dangerous pavement burns increase as desert heat intensifies

Fueled by rising ocean temperatures, hurricanes are intensifying faster, lasting longer, and becoming less predictable, posing new challenges for communities worldwide. Martha Henriques reports for the BBC. In short:. Climate change is extending hurricane seasons and increasing their intensity, with warmer oceans providing more energy for storms. Hurricanes are slowing...

Hurricanes are becoming less predictable and more dangerous

Researchers are increasingly worried about trifluoroacetic acid, a "forever chemical" now found in water supplies globally, raising potential health concerns. Amudalat Ajasa reports for The Washington Post. In short:. TFA, a type of PFAS, has been detected at high levels in rainwater, groundwater, and drinking water. The chemical's small size...

Scientists find new, widespread 'forever chemical' in water supplies

South Carolina State

Charleston County, SC

Sharks are divisive animals. These fascinating creatures, both beautiful and lethal, have come under a lot of scrutiny and hostility over the years, especially because of their connection to fatal shark attacks. Sharks come in 500 distinct species worldwide, 400 of which live in Australian waters.  Nevertheless, shark numbers are steadily declining, with an estimated […]

The 9 Most Shark-Infested Beaches On Earth

A flu-like illness, known as "polymer fume fever" or "Teflon flu," can be caused by fumes from overheated nonstick pans, though cases are rare. Teddy Amenabar reports for The Washington Post. In short:. More than 3,600 cases of polymer fume fever have been reported in the U.S. over the past...

Nonstick pans can emit harmful fumes at high temperatures

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Sea-level rise causes extinction of Key Largo tree cactus

Rising sea levels have driven the Key Largo tree cactus to extinction in the U.S., highlighting the immediate impact of climate change on coastal species. Dino...

Sea-level rise causes extinction of Key Largo tree cactus

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