A hawk in a New Jersey town has learned to use a neighborhood traffic light to hunt more effectively, a study published Thursday found. The study in Frontiers of Ethology represents further evidence of how certain bird species have adapted to urban life in surprising ways. “The behavior described here is an impressive feat of intelligence,” the...
The persistent presence of humans and their infrastructure in U.S. national parks has yielded dramatic changes in the behaviors of large animals who live there, a new study has found. Even during the pandemic-era lockdowns that briefly closed parks to humans in 2020, large animals at most sites continued to avoid human-built roadways and facilities,...
Exposure to air pollution is fueling fluctuations in mood among many Americans, but precisely how these emotional responses take shape varies greatly from individual to individual, a new study has found. Inhalation of airborne contaminants can cause day-to-day disruptions in "affect," or mood — increasing long-term risk of adverse mental health outcomes and also reducing...
U.S. counties with hog and cattle feeding operations may be subject to higher air pollution levels, while lacking the health insurance necessary to treat related medical problems, a study published Tuesday found. Concentrations of an airborne contaminant linked to heart and respiratory issues were much greater near these feeding sites than in counties without them,...
The House on Thursday passed a bill that aims to speed up infrastructure and energy projects — with a new anti-wind amendment in order to get GOP hard-liners on board. The vote was 221-196. The SPEED Act aims to bolster infrastructure projects by decreasing the amount of scrutiny their environmental impacts face. It would create...
Rep. Greg Casar (D-Texas) on Monday led 22 members of Congress in requesting that the Department of Energy add Texas to the areas serviced by proposed federal corridors for electrical transmission. In May, the department announced 10 proposed National Interest Electric Transmission Corridors (NIETCs) that, if implemented, could make federal funds available to expand grid...
As the Flat Fire burns through Central Oregon, an actor known for his role on "The Office" is voicing concerns over climate change amplifying wildfire activity as he and his family are among thousands under an evacuation order from the blaze.
Three congressional Democrats on Monday requested an update from the National Association of Insurance Commissioners (NAIC) on the progress of incorporating climate-related risks into the industry. In 2023, the Treasury Department’s Federal Insurance Office (FIO) issued 20 recommendations for the NAIC, including weighing changes in Risk-Based Capital formulas for climate disasters such as floods and...
Fish, crustaceans, and mollusks are the stars of these hearty and comforting pescatarian recipes. From cioppino loaded with an assortment of seafood to spicy Malaysian fishhead curry and creamy Scottish smoked fish chowder, we've got plenty to keep you warm this chilly winter.
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Nestle sweet-tart strawberries, mangoes, or kiwis into a thick cloud of whipped cream—then sandwich it all together between two slices of pillowy milk bread for a delightful treat.
The hallmark of palomilla, a Cuban American favorite, is its pencil-thin steaks that are marinated with plenty of lime, garlic, and salt. The steaks, along with sliced onion rings, are seared until well browned and burnished. This simple savory dish takes less than 15 minutes to cook, and pairs well with classic Cuban sides like rice and beans, plantains, or even a simple side salad.
