Too hot or too cold: Which is really worse?
Some like it hot… others do not. Finding that Goldilocks temperature suitable to all is a constant up-and-down battle. Being too hot or too cold...
Fruits and nuts need to chill out
What do apples, pistachios, strawberries and peaches have in common? They’re but a few of many plants that need the right number of hours in...
Your favorite milk might not be environmentally friendly
We all have our favorites when it comes to milk. Some like soy, some like almond and some like good old-fashioned cow’s milk. But is...
The Full Worm Moon joins Venus and Jupiter in the night sky
It’s the time of year when nature springs to life… including earthworms, the inspiration for this month’s full moon name. What You Need To Know...
Astronomical, climatological seasons: What’s the difference?
Spring, summer, fall and winter–we all have the same seasons, but meteorologists and climatologists look at them a little differently than others. What You Need...
Moon mountain named in honor of Melba Mouton
Few humans can say they were a part of the mission that allowed Astronauts to successfully land on the moon in 1969. Only the prestigious...
Derecho to bring widespread severe potential Sunday evening
A significant storm system is expected to move through the southern Plains beginning Sunday evening and overnight, bringing the potential for damaging winds, embedded tornadoes,...
El Niño could return this summer and impact hurricane season
We have had a stretch of active hurricane seasons in the Atlantic basin. This has been in part because of La Niña, which, when present,...
Electrifying future homes
A neighborhood in Southern California could set the standard for energy-efficient homes throughout the country. The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) gave KB Home $6.65...
Multiple storms are bringing big snow to record heat
Millions of people are dealing with active weather this week. Some are facing their biggest snowstorm of the winter, while others are basking in warmth...