The Hidden Life Of Trees
As Earth Day approaches, this documentary will have you looking at trees in a completely different way.
As climate warms, wildfires could make air more deadly, study says
Researchers say poor air quality as a result of wildfires will cause thousands of additional deaths per year in the U.S.
Starbucks plans to cut down on the plastic in its cold drink cups
The chain says its cold drinks and the cups they're served in are surging in popularity. A redesigned cup could use as much as 20% less plastic.
Heat-related emergency room visits surged in 2023, CDC says
The CDC says "heat-related illness will continue to be a significant public health concern" amid a warming climate.
DC charity helps those who are homeless get housing
The Supreme Court is considering a case that could allow cities to make sleeping outside a crime. Advocates say this doesn't help the problem.
New rapid blood test for concussions gets FDA approval
The device from Abbott Laboratories can reportedly detect if a patient has mild traumatic brain injury in just 15 minutes.
Apple pulls WhatsApp and Threads from App Store in China
The company said the apps were removed at the request of Chinese officials citing unspecified national security concerns.