Massive Iceberg Looms Over A Village In Greenland
The giant mountain of ice towers is threatening a tiny village, causing authorities to evacuate residents.
Environment
In Ireland, Drought And A Drone Revealed The Outline Of An Ancient Henge
As crops get thirsty in Ireland, some plants are faring better than others. Aerial photos show a pattern in crop growth near Newgrange, believed to be the footprint of a previously unknown henge.
Ireland Expected To Become World's First Country To Divest From Fossil Fuels
The lower house of parliament OK'd the bill, which is likely to sail through the upper house too. "We are ready to think and act beyond narrow short-term and vested interests," one lawmaker vowed.
Longhorned Tick – A Livestock Pest – Found In North Carolina
A tick species that's new to North Carolina has been found in the western part of the state. The longhorned tick was discovered on an opossum in Polk County and reported to the U.S.
A New Look At An Old Way To Store Energy
Solar power is growing fast, but there need to be ways to store that power for use at night. The biggest energy storage technology involves pumping water up a mountain.
Experts Say Lawsuit Over Flint Water Crisis Is An Uphill Battle
Michigan and the city of Flint will argue Wednesday that the lawsuit they face over the city's water crisis should be dismissed. States are generally shielded from lawsuits.
Supreme Court Nominee Brett Kavanaugh's Record On The Environment
Kavanaugh has a skeptical view of agencies that seek to expand their reach. Environmental groups worry he may be willing to strike down regulations designed to address issues such as climate change.
Spotted Lanternfly Could Be Worst Invasive Species In 150 Years
International shipping sometimes brings unwanted guests: invasive species. The latest invader, the spotted lanternfly, threatens fruit and hardwoods. It's recently spread to Pennsylvania.
Clingmans Dome Tower In Great Smokies Closing For Repairs
One of the most popular destinations in the Great Smoky Mountains National Park closed on Tuesday for repairs.
How Phoenix Is Trying To Keep People Cool As Temperatures Rise
As the climate warms, temperatures are spiking and heat waves are more frequent. Phoenix — one of the country's hottest cities — aims to be a model in figuring out how to keep people cool.