For many years, scientists had limited knowledge about the native bees of Alaska. An independent, nonpartisan news organization, the Alaska Beacon, focuses on connecting Alaskans to their state government and raising awareness about local issues, including the understanding of these bees. On a warm July afternoon near Fairbanks, a volunteer with the Alaska Bee Atlas...
Following Thanksgiving, Hawaii’s Mauna Loa volcano erupted, marking its first activity in nearly 40 years. Mauna Loa is not only a prominent feature on the island but is also the largest active volcano worldwide. Alongside Mauna Loa, Hawaii is witnessing eruptions from Kilauea, as well as Indonesia’s Mount Semeru. These events provide a unique opportunity...
Forecasters predict that some might witness the northern lights on Friday. NOAA’s Space Weather Prediction Center (SWPC) has been observing two significant sunspot groups. One of these spots caused a solar flare of X1 strength, according to Shawn Dahl, a service coordinator with the SWPC. The ‘X’ classification is the highest for solar flares, with...
Happy, a 44-year-old elephant, lives alone at the Bronx Zoo. This decision is due to safety concerns. The zoo plans to gradually end its elephant program. Despite this, there is resistance to calls for moving Happy to a private sanctuary from animal rights organizations. On an overcast June day, Happy stood quietly in her enclosure...
Journalists gathered near the home of Nancy Guthrie in Tucson, Arizona, as she went missing in February. Her disappearance set off a national frenzy. Alec Wysopal, a dedicated livestreamer, joined a small group of citizen investigators searching for clues. Wysopal frequently walked the dusty trails of Tucson looking for signs of Guthrie. Equipped with gaiters...
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