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Migration memory: How caribou adapt to changing winter conditions
U.S. National Science Foundation-supported research shows that caribou will optimize their migration path based on their collective memories. Caribou are the largest species on land in the Arctic. They are not only an important part of the ecology...

The Worldwide LGBTQ+ Aviation Community proudly awarded over $400,000 in scholarships during 2024
This year, NGPA proudly awarded over $400,000 in scholarships to aspiring LGBTQ+ aviation community members ST. PAUL, MN, UNITED STATES, December 26, 2024 /EINPresswire.com/ -- This year, the National Gay PIlots Association (NGPA) proudly...

Uncertainty and Tension: Russia reacts to Trump’s Greenland Proposal
Back to Publications Postcard from Nuuk, Greenland. Photo: Thomas Letholsen US President-elect Donald Trump’s statements about acquiring Greenland not exempting economic or military means received critical reactions from Russian officials. They...

Why do so many renewable projects stall?
Kara Miller: From the MIT Energy Initiative. This is What if it works?—a podcast looking at the energy solutions for climate change. I'm Kara Miller. Robert Stoner: And I'm Rob Stoner. KM: So we talk a lot on this show about different technologies...

President Biden Takes Action to Protect America’s Coastlines from Future Oil and Gas Leasing
Date: Monday, January 6, 2025 Contact: Interior_Press@ios.doi.gov WASHINGTON — Secretary of the Interior Deb Haaland today celebrated President Biden’s decision to withdraw certain areas offshore the United States from all future oil and natural...

Justice Department Launches 2025 Access to Justice Prize to Address the Rural Justice Gap
The Justice Department’s Office for Access to Justice today announced the launch of the Access to Justice Prize, a year-long prize competition that aims to foster innovative solutions to address critical gaps in access to justice across the United...

The Arctic This Week Take Five: Week of 9 December, 2024
Back to Publications Luleå Steel Producer Receives Grant for Green Transformation As reported by High North News on December 11, the Swedish steel producer SSAB has received SEK 1.45 billion (USD 132 million) in funding from the EU’s Just...

Silversea’s new luxury cruise ship visits SA for the first time
Today South Australia welcomes luxury cruise line, Silversea’s Silver Nova for the first time, with the new ship bringing up to 728 high-yield passengers and 556 crew to the state’s shores. The Silver Nova docks in Outer Harbor this morning,...

Environmental Crimes Bulletin - October 2024
View All Environmental Crimes Bulletins In This Issue: Cases by District/Circuit Indictments United States v. Visionary Bowling Products, et al. No. 4:24-CR-00418 (Eastern District of Missouri) AUSA Dianna Collins On October 2, 2024, prosecutors...

U.S. Global Investors Announces Continuation of Monthly Dividends with Total Shareholder Yield Topping 9%, Offers an Update on Airlines and Gold
San Antonio, TX, Dec. 17, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- U.S. Global Investors, Inc. (NASDAQ: GROW), a registered investment advisory firm[1] with expertise in gold mining stocks and the airline industry, is pleased to announce that it will continue its...

Wonders Center and Science Museum Announces Tennessee Appreciation Month
During the entire month of January 2025, The Wonders Center and Science Museum of Dickson, TN offers half price admission tickets to all Tennessee residents DICKSON, TN, UNITED STATES, December 26, 2024 /EINPresswire.com/ -- The Wonders Center...

The Arctic This Week Take Five: Week of 17 November, 2024
Back to Publications Moscow to Build Arctic Emergency Hub in Khatanga The Barents Observer reported on November 18 that Russia is planning to build an Arctic emergency hub in Khatanga, located on the Taymyr Peninsula, as part of efforts to improve...

CLEAR Expands at Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport, Now Offering Expedited Identity Verification at International Terminal
ATLANTA, Dec. 04, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- CLEAR (NYSE: YOU), the secure identity company, today announced the expansion of its identity verification technology to the international terminal at Hartsfield–Jackson Atlanta International Airport...

Canadians Crossing the Border for Black Friday Deals Face Risk of High Medical Costs Without Insurance
TORONTO, Nov. 25, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- As Black Friday approaches, millions of Canadians are expected to cross the U.S. border, eager to take advantage of deep discounts and exclusive holiday deals. However, while these shoppers may score big...

Captain Fred Braman, USN (ret), Chronicles Epic Sailing Adventures in Still Too Old Not to Go
JACKSONVILLE, FL, UNITED STATES, December 23, 2024 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Captain Fred Braman, USN (ret), invites readers to set sail on a fascinating journey through his maritime experiences with the release of his latest book, Still Too Old Not...

Oregon Agencies Urge Residents and Visitors to Prepare for Earthquakes and Tsunamis
The Oregon Department of Emergency Management (OEM), the Oregon Department of Geology and Mineral Industries (DOGAMI), and the Oregon Parks and Recreation Department (OPRD) are reminding Oregonians and visitors of the importance of earthquake and...

Deputy President Paul Mashatile: Knysna Regional 2024 Investment Conference
Programme Director; Minister of Water and Sanitation, Ms Pemmy Majodina; Deputy Ministers of Finance, Mr Ashor Sarupen; Deputy Minister of Higher Education and Training, Dr Mimmy Gondwe; Deputy Minister of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment,...

August 2024 Visitor Arrivals Recovered 88.4 Percent Compared to Pre-Pandemic August 2019
Posted on Sep 30, 2024 in News For Immediate Release: September 30, 2024 HONOLULU—August 2024 total visitor arrivals represent an 88.4 percent recovery compared to pre-pandemic August 2019 and total visitor spending was higher than August 2019...

Artists Dillon Forte And Andrea De Leon Unveil Revolutionary Tattoo Machine That Combines Art And Innovation
The tattoo machine is handmade with the finest materials and groundbreaking, patent-pending technology. AUSTIN, TX, UNITED STATES, December 11, 2024 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Texas area tattoo artist and entrepreneur Dillon Forte recently partnered...

OVW Commemorates Native American Heritage Month
OVW honors the resiliency and leadership of American Indian and Alaskan Native victims and survivors by recognizing the dedication and accomplishments of Tribal leaders, advocates, and survivors to prevent and end gender-based violence in their...