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Wisconsin homeowner fights data-center power line over land and $81K offer

New dating rewrites history of Oklahoma meteor crater

Researchers from the University of Texas at Austin have traced the Ames meteor impact to approximately 370 million years ago, presenting a significant revision to the previously accepted estimate of 467 million years. This research connects the impact with the Frasnian-Famennian mass extinction event, employing zircon crystals to establish a more precise timeline, thus providing deeper insights in...

In 1987, ancient glass sponge reefs were found alive off Canada's Pacific coast after 40 million years

In 1987, Canadian scientists discovered ancient glass sponge reefs alive in British Columbia’s Hecate Strait, overturning the belief that these reef-building animals had vanished 40 million years ago. More than 9,000 years old, the reefs survive today in Hecate Strait, Queen Charlotte Sound and Howe Sound, creating a rare underwater ecosystem often called the “Sea of Glass.”

Cheetahs return to Zambia's Greater Luangwa after nearly 30 years

Maryland manure-lagoon overflow kills nearly 11,000 fish across 25 species, officials say

A tragic incident has unfolded at Basin Run, where nearly 11,000 fish have succumbed to the consequences of a manure lagoon overflow from Kilby Farms. The Maryland Department of the Environment has traced the source of this discharge back to a series of ongoing pollution violations. Local residents, frustrated with the recurring environmental harm, are demanding accountability.

Kirk Douglas’ Beverly Hills home with 40+ celebrity autographs sells for $9M

Two sisters turned their childhood love of the ocean into a 65-foot research yacht

Angela Rosenberg and her sister took a significant step by establishing the ANGARI Foundation to fill the void in marine science education. Collaborating with Florida International University, they facilitate student participation in real-world expeditions aboard the research vessel R/V ANGARI. These experiences, including shark tagging and plankton exploration, aim to ignite students' passion for...

A Costa Rican cattle ranch became a wildlife haven with 440 bird species

Fort Cronkhite: The abandoned WWII fort near San Francisco where giant 16-inch guns once shook the city

Fort Cronkhite, a former WWII military post in California’s Marin Headlands, once helped protect San Francisco Bay with massive 16-inch guns. Now part of the Golden Gate National Recreation Area, the historic site preserves wartime buildings and military defenses alongside beaches, trails and Pacific views. Visitors can explore Battery Townsley and discover the area’s WWII and Cold War history.

Scientists found a new magnetic mineral in Chang’e-6 Moon samples, preserved inside impact-glass particles

A groundbreaking discovery by researchers has unveiled a new magnetic mineral, γ-Fe, found in lunar samples from the Chang'e-6 mission. This remarkable find sheds light on the ancient magnetic environment of the Moon, now long lost. Detailed analysis of tiny iron particles within lunar impact glasses reveals that γ-Fe can maintain stable magnetic signals, potentially serving as a record of the Moo...

California schoolgirl's sewing project grows into nonprofit with 5,000+ care bags for women

Khloe Thompson, a California teenager, started making care bags for women in need after seeing homelessness. She founded the nonprofit Khloe Kares, which has distributed over 5,000 handmade bags containing personal-care items. The organization collaborates with local businesses and community groups to expand its outreach efforts. Thompson's initiatives have also included supporting children in Gha...

Miami Beach’s historic Savoy Hotel could face demolition for a 38-story tower

Plans have been submitted to demolish much of the historic Savoy Hotel to construct a new 38-story tower. This project will utilize Florida's Live Local Act to overcome local zoning regulations and historic preservation concerns. The developer aims to retain a small section of the Savoy's facade and lobby in a nod to history. Local officials and preservationists have expressed strong opposition du...

Trump says Iran taking out LA and San Diego would be 'small price to pay'

Lithuania ready to cover cost if US establishes military base

Lithuanian Prime Minister Mindaugas Sinkevicius has declared his willingness to finance the establishment of a permanent US military base in Lithuania. Since 2019, Lithuania has been hosting a rotating US battalion and is eager for a long-term military presence. Concurrently, the Lithuanian parliament is considering lifting constitutional prohibitions on nuclear weapons, a move that has drawn shar...

150 years, 6 generations and 650 protected acres: The story of a Colorado ranch

Hutchinson Ranch, the oldest family-owned ranch in Colorado’s Upper Arkansas Valley, spans 700 acres along Highway 50. The Hutchinson family has maintained ownership for six generations, successfully implementing conservation agreements protecting 650 acres. These agreements prevent the land from being subdivided for development while allowing the family to continue ranching. Notable historic reco...

Pak, Saudi Arabia and Turkiye agree to deploy forces in Gulf country amid Houthi attacks

Pakistan and Turkiye have agreed to provide military support to Saudi Arabia following regional security threats from Houthi rebels. Representatives from the three countries held an emergency meeting to reinforce their Mecca defense agreement. This agreement establishes collective defense provisions that aim for a rapid military deployment if any country is attacked. Additionally, the committee ap...

MacKenzie Scott gave $20m; 5 years later, Denver has 4 new childcare centres

Florida couple saves colorful Sarasota cottage village housing 17 small businesses from demolition

The anticipated transfer of the Historic Downtown Village in Sarasota to a developer has been called off. The cottages, which accommodate various local enterprises, will remain in the care of Alex and Marlene Lancaster. While business owners faced uncertainty regarding relocation and the emotional fallout of potential displacement, they now breathe a sigh of relief.

Arnold Schwarzenegger donated $250,000 for shelters for homeless veterans before Christmas

In 2021, Arnold Schwarzenegger donated $250,000 to Village for Vets to help provide temporary shelters for homeless veterans in Los Angeles. Before Christmas, 25 tiny shelters were installed at the VA campus in West Los Angeles. Each provided a bed, climate control, electricity and a locking door, giving veterans who had been living on the streets a safer place to stay while moving towards stable ...

In 2014, a Tennessee couple paid 58 cents for Vince Lombardi’s sweater; it later sold for $43,020

In an incredible find, a couple bought a sweater for just 58 cents at a Goodwill store in North Carolina back in 2014. While viewing a documentary, they learned that it had ties to famed football coach Vince Lombardi, as a tag revealed its association with his tenure at West Point. Eventually, it fetched an astonishing $43,020 at auction after being consigned by Lombardi's colleague's widow.

'Efforts to hide Iran war costs': US senator alleges denial of access to Al Udeid base in Qatar

Patrick Swayze’s former California ranch with a dance studio listed for $4.5 million after $2.9 million sale

Rancho Bizarro, an extraordinary estate crafted by the artistic duo Patrick Swayze and Lisa Niemi, has hit the market once again. This idyllic ranch boasts state-of-the-art equestrian amenities, a vibrant dance studio, and a cozy main residence. After its acquisition by Aileen Getty in 2015 for $2.9 million, it is now available for $4.5 million.

New Hampshire groundskeeper left $3.8m to his town after living simply

From hunted-out woods to a deer refuge: How a Missouri couple transformed their 300-acre property

Mike and Dana Blevins turned their 300-acre property in Missouri into a thriving habitat for white-tailed deer. After purchasing the land, they implemented habitat management practices supported by the Missouri Department of Conservation. Their efforts contributed to the significant recovery of deer populations in the region, which faced near extinction in the past. As chronic wasting disease pose...

Wisconsin bargain hunter paid $29 for painting; later identified as Heade, sold for $882,500

In a remarkable turn of events, a man from Wisconsin stumbled upon a magnolia painting for just $29 at a rummage sale in the 1990s. A decade later, the artwork was authenticated as the work of esteemed American artist Martin Johnson Heade. Auctioned at Christie’s, it fetched an astonishing $882,500, shattering initial estimates of $300,000 to $500,000.