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This Green House is fireproof

This Green House is fireproof

Fire protection starts with being FireSmart, say experts.
What's on DeSantis' agenda? A look at the laws he passed as Florida governor, from abortion to guns

What's on DeSantis' agenda? A look at the laws he passed as Florida governor, from abortion to guns

TALLAHASSEE, Fla. (AP) — From the death penalty to gender identity to abortion, Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis has cemented himself as a conservative standard-bearer in the lead-up to his 2024 presidential announcement.
Seth Rogen and Rose Byrne weigh in on 'When Harry Met Sally' debate of 'Platonic' friendships

Seth Rogen and Rose Byrne weigh in on 'When Harry Met Sally' debate of 'Platonic' friendships

Can men and women be friends? 1989's “ When Harry Met Sally ” said no, but Rose Byrne and Seth Rogen disagree.
4 ways to help fund your retirement

4 ways to help fund your retirement

Maybe a side hustle in your future? There are ways to prepare for retirement.
Brazil builds 'rings of carbon dioxide' to simulate climate change in the Amazon

Brazil builds 'rings of carbon dioxide' to simulate climate change in the Amazon

RIO DE JANEIRO (AP) — In the depths of the Amazon, Brazil is building an otherworldly structure — a complex of towers arrayed in six rings, poised to spray mists of carbon dioxide into the rainforest.
Tech, sustainability key to attracting young talent to an evolving agriculture sector

Tech, sustainability key to attracting young talent to an evolving agriculture sector

Canada’s farmers are getting older, and most don't have a clear succession plan, leaving a big question over who will take over the agriculture sector as a wave of retirements loom.
Banff Trail Riders celebrating 100 years of trail riding

Banff Trail Riders celebrating 100 years of trail riding

“We are hoping to really celebrate with our community and the fact we have held onto our historic activity which is part of the essence of who we are as a national park. The 100 years of trail riding is truly special, and it has helped shape the fabric of the national park and our community.”
Red Sea corals threatened by mass sea urchin die-off, Israeli researchers say

Red Sea corals threatened by mass sea urchin die-off, Israeli researchers say

JERUSALEM (AP) — Sea urchins in Israel's Gulf of Eilat have been dying off at an alarming rate, researchers announced Wednesday — a development that threatens the Red Sea’s prized coral reef ecosystems.
This lively springtime asparagus pasta is defined by textural contrast

This lively springtime asparagus pasta is defined by textural contrast

One of the pillars of great cooking is ensuring that each dish features ample textural contrast, an element as important as flavor.
8 tips for parents and teens on social media use - from the U.S. surgeon general

8 tips for parents and teens on social media use - from the U.S. surgeon general

Dr. Vivek Murthy, the U.S. surgeon general, is calling for “immediate action” by tech companies and lawmakers to protect kids' and adolescents' mental health on social media.
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