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The polar vortex brings its bitter cold to the Southern US

The polar vortex brings its bitter cold to the Southern US

NORFOLK, Va. (AP) — The plunging polar vortex brought subfreezing temperatures Tuesday to some of the southernmost points of the U.S.
Wild weather halted ferries between New Zealand's main islands again. Why isn't there a tunnel?

Wild weather halted ferries between New Zealand's main islands again. Why isn't there a tunnel?

WELLINGTON, New Zealand (AP) — Wild weather during New Zealand ’s peak summer holiday period has disrupted travel for thousands of passengers on ferries that cross the sea between the country’s main islands.
Trump refuses to rule out use of military force to take control of Greenland and the Panama Canal

Trump refuses to rule out use of military force to take control of Greenland and the Panama Canal

PALM BEACH, Fla. (AP) — President-elect Donald Trump on Tuesday said he would not rule out the use of military force to seize control of the Panama Canal and Greenland, as he declared U.S. control of both to be vital to American national security.
Elk on a shelf: Colorado wildlife officials rescue elk tangled in rope on ice climbing route

Elk on a shelf: Colorado wildlife officials rescue elk tangled in rope on ice climbing route

LAKE CITY, Colo. (AP) — Wildlife officials and several climbers rescued a bull elk by lowering it down a cliff after the animal became entangled in a rope at a popular ice climbing area in southwestern Colorado.
Biden administration withdraws old-growth forest plan after getting pushback from industry and GOP

Biden administration withdraws old-growth forest plan after getting pushback from industry and GOP

BILLINGS, Mont. (AP) — The Biden administration on Tuesday abruptly dropped its nascent plan to protect old-growth forests after getting pushback from Republicans and the timber industry. The move was announced by U.S.

Elk on a shelf: Colorado wildlife officials rescue elk tangled in rope on ice climbing route

LAKE CITY, Colo. (AP) — Wildlife officials and several climbers rescued a bull elk by lowering it down a cliff after the animal became entangled in a rope at a popular ice climbing area in southwestern Colorado.

Biden administration withdraws old growth forest plan after getting pushback from industry and GOP

BILLINGS, Mont. (AP) — The Biden administration on Tuesday abruptly dropped its nascent plan to protect old growth forests after getting pushback from Republicans and the timber industry. The move was announced by U.S.
Why Greenland? Remote but resource-rich island occupies a key position in a warming world

Why Greenland? Remote but resource-rich island occupies a key position in a warming world

Remote, icy and mostly pristine, Greenland plays an outsized role in the daily weather experienced by billions of people and in the climate changes taking shape all over the planet.
Ontario launching rebates for energy efficient home renovations and upgrades

Ontario launching rebates for energy efficient home renovations and upgrades

TORONTO — Ontario is introducing two new energy efficiency programs, including one offering rebates for certain home improvements. The Home Renovation Savings Program, launching Jan.
Biden administration finalizes clean electricity tax credits, says Trump should keep in place

Biden administration finalizes clean electricity tax credits, says Trump should keep in place

New tax credits are available for companies that generate clean electricity, the Biden administration announced Tuesday, while arguing it would be a mistake for President-elect Donald Trump to try to undo them .
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