Columbus, OH

New York City, NY

My nightmares about waves started the night our building flooded. I was living in a commercial loft in Red Hook, Brooklyn, when Hurricane Sandy hit. None of us living in the squat, two-story cinder-block warehouse across the street from the cruise ship terminal took the mandatory evacuation order seriously. During...

Op-ed: The climate crisis demands a move away from car dependency

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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

Massachusetts State

Caught in a deadly heatwave, David Azevedo's effort to impress in a new job tragically cost him his life, underscoring the urgent need for better protections for outdoor workers. Samira Shackle reports for The Guardian. In short:. David Azevedo, working in extreme heat on a French construction site, succumbed to...

Construction worker's tragic end highlights the deadly impact of extreme heat on workers

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?

Salon

The president of the Heritage Foundation, the right-wing think tank behind a project to reshape federal government as a tool of conservative causes, issued a warning to opponents that a "second American Revolution" could turn bloody if they resist. Kevin Roberts appeared on the Real America's Voice network to celebrate...

Head of group responsible for Project 2025 threatens violence if people challenge their "revolution"

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The woman who shot a video of a hydrothermal explosion in Yellowstone National Park on Tuesday morning told WyoFile she and her family were terrified as the blast sent boiling water and rocks skyward, destroying parts of a boardwalk, its guardrail and a nearby bench.

Yellowstone hydrothermal explosion: ‘We were terrified’

Florida State

The Associated Press

WASHINGTON (AP) — The Treasury Department is warning that state laws that restrict banks from considering environmental, social and governance factors could harm efforts to address money laundering and terrorism financing. The Associated Press obtained a copy of the letter sent Thursday to lawmakers. The letter singled out a...

Treasury warns that anti-woke banking laws such as those in Florida are national security risk

Montana Free Press

This story is adapted from the MT Lowdown, a weekly newsletter digest containing original reporting and analysis published every Friday. It was originally published under the title “Downstream effects.”. A pair of Canadian environmental organizations have asked Canadian regulators to consider several issues that could throw a wrench in...

Canadian environmentalists question plan to sell coal mines above Lake Koocanusa

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What does it mean to be selfish? According to the Merriam-Webster dictionary, the definition of selfish is the lack of consideration for others; someone concerned chiefly with one's own personal profit or pleasure. You know, people who will do for themselves before they will do for others. People who put their own priorities above everyone else. Do you know people who fit that definition? I am sure we all know at least one, I have known man over the years. Let’s learn what Signs are the most likely to be selfish.

The Top 5 Most Selfish Zodiac Signs

HuffPost

Michael E. Mann offered a terrifying analysis of what a second Trump administration would mean for both the American and global fight against climate change.

Top Climate Scientist Sums Up Second Trump Term With 2 Chilling Words

The Biden administration has announced $4.3 billion in funding for community climate projects, aiming to enhance local sustainability efforts and reduce emissions. Sarah Raza reports for The Washington Post. In short:. The Environmental Protection Agency is distributing $4.3 billion to 25 recipients in 30 states for climate action projects. Projects...

Biden administration invests $4.3 billion in local climate initiatives

Englewood, OH

A 29-year-old man from Englewood, Ohio, is suing two dozen companies, claiming that contaminated drinking water caused his testicular cancer. Anna Skinner reports for Newsweek. In short:. The lawsuit accuses companies, including 3M and DuPont, of contaminating water with PFAS chemicals, used in products like Aqueous Film-Forming Foam. PFAS, found...

Contaminated water linked to Ohio man's cancer prompts lawsuit

Emily Standley Allard

If you know someone born under the zodiac sign of Cancer, you've probably felt the intensity of their emotions. When a Cancer gets emotional, they can turn a light shower into a monsoon or a friendly hug into a lifetime commitment! Cancer, the fourth sign of the zodiac, spans from June 21 to July 22. Represented by the Crab, Cancer is a Water sign, deeply connected to emotions, intuition, and the subconscious. Governed by the Moon, which represents emotions, Cancer is known for its profound sensitivity, nurturing nature, and emotional depth. Let's delve into the complexities of Cancer and explore why they are considered one of the most emotional and sensitive signs of the zodiac.

The Most Sensitive and Emotional Zodiac Sign

North Carolina State

A North Carolina pediatrician and health officials discovered lead-contaminated applesauce, prompting a nationwide recall and multiple lawsuits. Rose Hoban reports for North Carolina Health News. In short:. More than 500 children in 44 states were affected by lead poisoning from WanaBana applesauce with cinnamon. The contamination traced back to cinnamon...

Pediatrician's vigilance leads to nationwide applesauce recall

Town Talks

Mercurochrome and Merthiolate were once ubiquitous in medicine cabinets across North Carolina and many other places. These antiseptics, with their distinctive red liquid in bottles with droppers, were staples for treating minor cuts and scrapes. For many, just looking at an old bottle brings back a flood of memories.

Mercurochrome and Merthiolate once were in many North Carolina homes

Do your loved ones consult you regularly when they face a crisis? Intelligence is a branch of psychology that lacks a standard definition. Some scientists claim that it is a single ability and others state it comprises aptitudes and skills. Intelligent zodiac signs learn from their experiences and easily recognize and solve problems.

5 Most Intelligent Zodiac Signs

Dianna Carney

Sandy Paws Rescue Inc., a foster-based rescue organization in Massachusetts, recently shared their furry friends who have been waiting the longest to find their forever homes. From a puppy who is housebroken and loves toys to a little five-year-old dog who is a great snuggle buddy and loves other dogs, each dog is unique but has one thing in common- they need a family who will love them. Get to know these five great dogs below, and don't forget to leave a comment to let me know which pup stole your heart!

Local Animal Rescue Shares Dogs Who've Been Looking For Love The Longest

Virginia State

Virginia’s State Water Control Board rejected a petition to weaken wetlands protections, maintaining the state's strong regulatory stance despite federal rollbacks. Sarah Vogelsong reports for Inside Climate News. In short:. The State Water Control Board denied a petition by David Schnare to reduce state wetlands protections, following the Supreme...

Virginia maintains strong wetlands protections despite federal rollbacks

Death Disclosure Laws and Property Disclosures in North Carolina. In North Carolina, there is no legal obligation for homeowners or real estate agents to disclose if a death has occurred in a home, whether by natural causes, murder, or suicide. However, if a potential buyer directly inquires about any deaths on the property, the seller is required to provide that information.

If someone dies at your house do you have to tell a potential buyer? What North Carolina law says

Reuters

JOHANNESBURG (Reuters) - South African President Cyril Ramaphosa has signed into law a broad climate change act that will set caps for large emitters and require every town and city to publish an adaptation plan.

South Africa passes its first sweeping climate change law

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Decades-old oil industry magazine predicted climate crisis, starvation

In 1977, a publication by a predecessor of Marathon Petroleum warned that rising global temperatures could cause severe economic and social disruptions, including widespread starvation. Geoff...

Decades-old oil industry magazine predicted climate crisis, starvation

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