SCIENCE April 2, 2024 Cicada invasion: Trillions of noisy flying insects to swarm US for first time in 221 years ÐÓ°ÉÊÓÆµ than a dozen U.S. states are expected to be swarmed by trillions of noisy flying bugs next month as they emerge from the ground in a rare phenomenon.
US December 19, 2023 US officials propose historic conservation measures for old growth forests amid growing threats The Biden administration is taking steps to protect trees on federal land by revising management plans for national forests in the U.S in response to increased threats.
Vermont October 20, 2023 Beech leaf disease reported for first time in Vermont Officials have confirmed the first reported case of nematode-induced beech leaf disease in Vermont. The disease is currently known to have spread to 14 states and one Canadian province.
Brazil October 17, 2023 Rivers in the Amazon fall to record low levels as drought worsens Parts of the world’s largest rainforest is suffering its worst drought. Amazon rivers in Brazil, including the Negro River and Madeira River, have fallen to record low water levels.
New Hampshire September 29, 2023 New Hampshire project to protect 3,700 acres of forest A conservation project has been completed to protect two forests near New Hampshire, the Shelburne Valley Forest and the Bald Cap Peak Forest.
Brazil September 27, 2023 Brazil’s Amazon rainforest faces severe drought, affecting food and water supplies for thousands The Amazon rainforest in Brazil is facing severe drought and historically low water levels. Thousands of people may also face a shortage of fish stock, according to the authorities.
Fox News Flash September 24, 2023 Viral exercise trend dubbed 'Tarzan Movement' teaches people to swing from trees, tap into inner gorilla "Tarzan Movement" founder Victor Fleites offers a glimpse into the ape-like viral exercise trend that has been gaining traction across the globe on "Jesse Watters Primetime."
Oregon September 1, 2023 Trump-era amendment allowing logging of old-growth forests violates other laws, judge finds A U.S. judge has ruled that a Trump-era rule change, which allows the harvesting of older trees in the Pacific Northwest, is in violation of several environmental laws.
Minnesota August 25, 2023 Forest Service rejects expansion of Lutsen Mountains, a Midwestern skiing hotspot The U.S. Forest Service on Friday rejected Lutsen Mountains' application to expand onto nearly 500 acres of public land in northern Minnesota.
Georgia August 24, 2023 US spends $150 million to help small forest owners sell carbon credits To help fight climate change, the Biden administration is spending millions of dollars to assist underserved landowners in accessing technical help when selling carbon offsets.
South America August 21, 2023 Ecuador votes against drilling oil in protected area of Amazon rainforest The country of Ecuador voted to stop drilling for oil in Yasuni National Park, a protected area in the Amazon rainforest. The region is home to two uncontacted tribes.