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27d ago
Environment
Rare turtle discovered by Portsmouth conservationists in India
The first breeding population of an 'incredibly rare' turtle has been discovered in India. The species, which is native to the rivers of south and southeast Asia, is classified as critically endangered.
28d ago
Environment
It's not just rising sea levels – the land major cities are built on is actually sinking, NASA images show
Rising sea levels are threatening the East Coast of the U.S., but that's not the only thing to worry about, according to NASA. Images shared by the space agency on Tuesday show the coast is actually sinking — including the land that holds major cities such as New York and Baltimore.
4h ago
Environment
How Two California Reservoir Water Levels Changed After Atmospheric River
Read about the impact of an atmospheric river on California reservoir water levels.
20h ago
Environment
Why an ancient lake that reemerged at Death Valley National Park will stick around
An ancient lake that reemerged at Death Valley National Park last year will stick around for longer than initially expected now that several rounds of extreme rain have poured through Southern California, according to officials.
1d ago
Environment
Fire at French battery recycling plant under control
A fire at a battery recycling plant in southern France is under control, according to local firefighters. The fire broke out in a warehouse containing 900 metric tons of lithium batteries. The fire was contained on Sunday and a team of firefighters remains on site.
2d ago
Environment
Millions Under Flood Watch During California Atmospheric River Storm
Severe storms are set to pound California once again as an atmospheric river storm is forecast to settle over the state on Sunday, stretching into the week.
2d ago
Environment
California Struggles to Meet Waste-Reduction Targets
Two years after California launched an effort to keep organic waste out of landfills, the state is so far behind on getting food recycling programs up and running that it’s widely accepted next year’s ambitious waste-reduction targets won’t be met.
3d ago
Environment
How a Former Navy SEAL Became Involved in Controversial Development in Haiti
A former Navy SEAL with ties to Trumpworld figures and a nonprofit organization became involved in a controversial development project in Haiti. The project involved taking control of a paradisiacal island and building a resort that aimed to rival those in the neighboring Dominican Republic. However, the project faced opposition from the island's residents and was halted due to corruption and political instability in Haiti.