Travel 1 day ago Schoolboy spots American Revolution warship on beach after storm uncovers 230-year-old wreck Wooden remains of the Earl of Chatham, a British warship from 1749 that was used during the American Revolution, were discovered by a schoolboy on one of Scotland's Orkney Islands.
Tech 1 day ago Clever EV hack could reinvent diesel trucking Long-haul trucks are now being upgraded with a surprising twist, thanks to California-based startup Revoy. Their electric boost doesn't replace diesel but works alongside it to cut emissions and fuel costs without major disruption.
Travel 1 day ago Beach town cracks down on half-naked tourists with hefty fines for inappropriate attire A French beach town has implemented swimwear restrictions requiring tourists to keep bathingsuits on the beach, citing respect for locals and public hygiene as major concerns.
Travel 2 days ago Mysterious rare purple shell washes up on shores of beach after long absence Vibrant purple Janthina sea snails appear on Southern California coast after eight years, indicating warmer offshore waters similar to the 2015 El Niño event and marine heat wave.
Media 4 days ago Climate activists demand end to US Navy's 'Blue Angels' airshow in Seattle Seattle climate coalition is protesting the upcoming annual U.S. Navy Blue Angels airshow, claiming the jets produce carbon emissions, noise and "war trauma."
Oceans 5 days ago Ancient 'stick figures' on beach once again visible at tourist destination Seasonal ocean swells in Oahu have revealed over two dozen ancient petroglyphs, known as kiʻi pōhaku, that were carved by Native Hawaiians centuries ago into lava rock.
United Nations July 23 UN court rules wealthy nations pay up for climate change damages in controversial global ruling International Court of Justice determines countries are responsible for corporate emissions and must cooperate to achieve concrete emission reduction targets.
Travel July 23 Deadly rip current fatalities reported amid summer beach season as experts weigh in Recent drownings highlight the dangers of rip currents at beaches, with experts advising swimmers to relax, float, and swim parallel to shore if caught in one of these powerful currents.
Sharks July 23 Largest great white shark recorded in Atlantic spotted off popular beach town A nearly 14-foot great white shark named Contender, the largest ever tagged in the Atlantic by Ocearch, was recently tracked off Nantucket, Massachusetts, after traveling over 1,000 miles from Florida.
Health July 22 Higher cancer rates linked to WWII radioactive waste in Midwestern creek Radioactive contamination from Coldwater Creek in Missouri linked to higher cancer rates, a Harvard study finds, as Congress expands the Radiation Exposure Compensation Act.
Texas July 22 Texas flood recovery volunteers find dignity in helping victims Janice Riley, Michelle Annette, and Lisa Aguillen reflect on volunteering with Kerrville flood victims, witnessing heartbreaking loss and moments of hope in the Texas community
State And Local July 22 GOP posts Coldplay meme to troll Delaware Dems' green energy scheme Republicans repurposed a Coldplay meme to target Delaware Democrats for supporting offshore wind as the state develops projects near beaches despite Sussex County opposition.
Sharks July 17 Multiple sharks spotted at popular beach that saw deadly attack 5 years ago Maine authorities urge beach vigilance after multiple great white shark sightings near Bailey Island, implementing notification systems while keeping Cedar Beach open.
Climate July 17 Unearthed chat sheds light on cozy ties between judges, climate activists, raising ethical concerns Environmental group Climate Judiciary Project ran a private listserv with judges sharing climate litigation updates, raising concerns about judicial neutrality and court manipulation.
Tech July 17 Could underwater living be the next frontier for human habitats As environmental challenges grow, underwater habitats gain momentum with DEEP's Vanguard, supporting short missions and Sentinel designed for 28-day stays at depth.
Health July 16 Four people dead in Florida from flesh-eating bacteria found in coastal waters Florida officials warn about Vibrio vulnificus, a flesh-eating bacteria found in warm water that has caused four deaths this year. The bacteria can enter through wounds or raw oyster consumption.
Disasters July 16 Icelandic volcano erupts, forcing tourists to evacuate famous geothermal spa A volcanic eruption in Iceland forced the evacuation of the Blue Lagoon spa and the town of Grindavík as lava is flowing through a fissure on the Reykjanes Peninsula.
VIDEO July 16 Volcano erupts in Iceland, forcing evacuation of Blue Lagoon spa A volcano erupted in Iceland on Wednesday, July 16, forcing the evacuation of the Blue Lagoon geothermal spa. (Credit: Hordur Kristleifsson -- @h0rdur via Storyful)
Travel July 16 Marla Maples wants cleaner skies in America as EPA investigates weather altering MAHA and wellness advocate Marla Maples talked to ӣƵ Digital about her concerns on weather engineering as it relates to public health as the EPA shares new resources about contrails.
Floods July 15 Texas flood survivors look for God in the face of tragedy Faith communities and mental health professionals work together to help Kerrville, Texas, residents recover from flood trauma, offering spiritual guidance and emotional support.
Tech July 15 Lowering your electric bill could be floating in the ocean A new green energy system is set to change how we capture clean power, and it all starts with the ocean. French startup Seaturns has designed technology that taps into the natural motion of the sea.
Food-Drink July 14 Archaeologists uncover 3,500-year-old rice remains in oldest part of remote region Experts recently uncovered 3,500-year-old rice phytoliths in a Guam cave. ӣƵ Digital spoke with archaeologist Michael T. Carson about the discovery, the oldest in the region.
Wildfire July 14 Historic Grand Canyon Lodge destroyed in wildfire, which closes North Rim for season The Dragon Bravo Fire engulfed the Grand Canyon Lodge on the North Rim, destroying the landmark building and dozens of structures while firefighters battle a second blaze north of the canyon.
Opinion July 13 ǷܲԻܰԲٳܰ徱ٱ Texas flood victims find resilience through faith communities that mobilize disaster relief efforts, serving as integral partners alongside state and federal agencies.
Archaeology July 12 Ancient Roman 'perfume garden' blooms again nearly 1,900 years after Vesuvius eruption Archaeologists have revitalized a Roman flower garden in Pompeii that survived an earthquake in 62 A.D. before being buried by Mount Vesuvius in 79 A.D. The garden was hidden for nearly 1,900 years.
US July 11 Camp flooding puts parents on edge as tragedy shows danger of sending kids away for summer Camp Mystic flood claims 27 lives as summer camp tragedies continue across America, from deadly flash floods and drownings to the infamous Girl Scout murders and natural disasters.
Travel July 11 Once-polluted Paris river reopens for public swimming after Olympics rush to clean it up Paris has reopened public swimming in the Seine River for the summer, allowing visitors to enjoy the waterway that was cleaned up for the 2024 Olympics.
Australia July 10 Missing teen surfer found alive on remote island miles from shore: 'Didn't give up hope' A 19-year-old surfer was found safe on North Solitary island, 8 miles from Wooli Beach in Australia, after going missing during an afternoon surf session that prompted a search.
Media July 10 Bill Nye says Texas flood death and destruction compounded by ignoring climate crisis Bill Nye claims climate change has worsened Texas flooding disasters, arguing that the U.S. government needs to take climate change more seriously.
Natural Disasters July 9 Faith brings light to devastated Texas town after deadly flooding disaster Faith-based organizations are helping Texans heal spiritually as they cope with the aftermath of deadly floods.