How to give your Christmas tree new life or kick it to the curb
Christmas has come and gone but your tree is probably still up. Here are some tips to dispose of your tree or give it new life.
Environment
AI has become a tool in the search for climate solutions
From controlled burns to detecting methane leaks and locating critical minerals — artificial intelligence is now a key tool for people working on climate solutions.
Pierce Brosnan faces charges after allegedly walking in Yellowstone's thermal areas
Brosnan, who is best known for his stint as James Bond in the 1990s, was charged in Wyoming with failing to keep to the trails. He's due in federal court on Jan. 23.
2023 will be the hottest year on record. Is this how it's going to be now?
Global temperatures soared past previous records this year. Scientists say it's what they expect to see as the climate keeps changing.
Program looks to provide education on how to raise and protect honey bees
A program based out of Clemmons looks to educate people on how to manage and protect honey bees.
The Santa Cruz Island Dudleya is an Endangered Species Act success story
NPR's Ayesha Rascoe asks rare plant biologist Heather Schneider about the Santa Cruz Island Dudleya, an Endangered Species Act success story.
That holly you're decking the halls with? It might be invasive
Most English holly grown commercially in the U.S. is from Oregon and Washington. It is a quintessential symbol of Christmas but it is also invading some forested areas.
The Endangered Species Act turns 50
NPR's Ayesha Rascoe asks U.S. Interior Secretary Deb Haaland about the Endangered Species Act, which turns 50 on Dec. 28.
A naturalist finds hope despite climate change in an era he calls 'The End of Eden'
South African naturalist Adam Welz has traveled the world, documenting the profound impact of climate change on wild species. He says his research has convinced him despair isn't the answer.
Biden administration unveils hydrogen tax credit plan to jump-start industry
The plan outlines a tiered system, with cleaner energy projects receiving more, and smaller credits going to those that use fossil fuel to produce hydrogen.