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Record rainfall, flooding batters Pacific Northwest
An atmospheric river sweeps across the Pacific Northwest, inundating communities with heavy rain, floods, and record-breaking warmth. Rail travel has been paused as Amtrak suspends Seattle-Portland services due to potential landslides and flood warnings prompt road closures across Washington. Swift snowmelt in the mountains, combined with atmospheric rivers carrying mild air from the tropics, intensified… -
Houthi rebels use hijacked cargo ship as pro-Hamas tourist attraction
The deck of hijacked cargo ship Galaxy Leader is now filled with messages expressing support for Hamas, the group that attacked Israel on Oct. 7. Yemen’s Houthi rebels seized control of the ship last month in the Red Sea, transforming it into a tourist attraction to commemorate their solidarity and support of the Palestinians’ efforts… -
India builds world’s largest renewable energy project
India’s Adani Green Energy is constructing a 30-gigawatt hybrid renewable energy park, combining wind and solar on the salt flats of Gujarat, one of the largest salt deserts in the world. The Khavda Renewable Energy Park spans 280 square miles and aims to contribute significantly to India’s goal of installing 500 gigawatts of clean energy… -
Multiple fires destroy military manufacturing plants deep inside Russia
Video shared online depicts the latest fire at a Russian military-industrial manufacturing plant. Information from Ukrainian sources on Telegram and Russia’s Ministry of Transportation Telegram indicates the fire started on Sunday, Dec. 3, and burned through the night. Russian reports say the cause of the fire is under investigation. The Moscow Special-Purpose Vehicles Factory manufactures… -
11 dead, 12 missing after Mount Marapi volcano erupts in Indonesia
The bodies of 11 climbers were recovered on Monday, Dec. 4 following the Mount Marapi volcano eruption. At press time, Indonesian rescuers were still searching for 12 other climbers. The eruption on Sunday, Dec. 3 released thick columns of ash up to 9,000 feet high, blanketing nearby villages and towns in West Sumatra. Three survivors… -
Poinsettias: The complex history behind the Christmas symbol
The poinsettia, a staple in U.S. holiday decor, boasts over 100 varieties and generates around $250 million annually. Originating from Mexico and Central America, the plant was introduced to the U.S. and named after the controversial American figure, Joel Roberts Poinsett. The plant, known as “Cuetlaxóchitl,” means “a flower that withers” in Nahuatl. The plant… -
SpaceX launches S. Korean spy satellite days after North’s launch
A SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket launched South Korea’s first homegrown spy satellite from California’s Vandenberg Space Force Base on Friday, Dec. 1. The launch follows North Korea’s recent successful launch of its own spy satellite. The satellite is equipped with electro-optical and infrared capabilities, following launches will feature synthetic aperture radar (SAR), which can “see”… -
Filipino coast guard builds station in contested South China Sea
The Philippines has constructed a new coast guard station on the contested island of Thitu in the South China Sea. The move aims to enhance the coast guard’s ability to monitor movements of Chinese vessels and aircraft in the busy, disputed waterway. Thitu Island, also referred to as Zhongye Island by the People’s Republic of… -
Anti-immigration signs spark hate crime probes in Northern Ireland
United Kingdom police are investigating a potential hate crime after anti-immigration signs were posted throughout Belfast, Northern Ireland. Signage in the area declares that the community “will no longer accept the re-housing of illegal immigrants.” This is the second investigation into similar signage in Northern Ireland’s capital city this month. Political leaders condemn the signs… -
US Navy plane gets stuck on coral reef after missing Hawaii runway
A U.S. Navy plane landed in shallow water off Marine Corps Base Hawaii at Kaneohe Bay on Nov. 20. The crash is causing environmental concerns as the plane’s tires are resting on parts of a reef, according to underwater footage released by the Navy. The video shows the left engine of the aircraft resting on… -
Ocean Census mission aims to discover 100,000 new species
Ocean Census has launched its latest subsea mission off the coast of Tenerife, Spain, one of the largest Canary Islands. Its science director, professor Alex Rogers, says the United Nations climate summit decision-makers must “act now” before global warming leads to entire marine species and their habitats becoming extinct. The Canary Islands, particularly Tenerife, are… -
US Supreme Court case asks if horn honking is free speech
The U.S. Supreme Court could consider horn honking as free speech protected by the First Amendment. This comes after a California woman, Susan Porter, received a ticket in 2017 for honking in support of a political rally. California law permits car horns only when “safe operation” is needed or for a “theft alarm system.” In… -
Beijing court opens hearings for relatives of MH370 passengers
A Beijing court held compensation hearings for Chinese relatives of MH370 passengers on Monday, Nov. 27. The flight disappeared in 2014, enroute from Kuala Lumpur to Beijing. More than 40 relatives are seeking compensation from Malaysia Airlines, Boeing, Rolls-Royce and Allianz. 239 people were on board, including 154 Chinese nationals. Everyone on board was declared…
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