What to know about the predictions for a potentially record-breaking El Nino
Seasonal models are predicting an El Nino climate pattern that could be the strongest on record, bringing with it more extreme weather.
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Olivia and Liam top the list of most popular US baby names for the seventh year running
Olivia and Liam have topped the list of baby names in the United States for 2025, marking the seventh consecutive year. The Social Security Administration released the list on Friday, just in time for Mother’s Day.
Deadly bear attack in Glacier National Park is the first in decades at the iconic park
Authorities say a hiker was likely killed by a bear in Glacier National Park in Montana, the first fatal bear attack there since 1998.
Virginia Supreme Court strikes down Democrats’ redrawn US House maps, giving Republicans a win
The Virginia Supreme Court has struck down 4-3 a Democratic congressional redistricting plan that had won voter approval.
Canvas system used by thousands of schools is back online after a cyberattack disrupted studies
The hacking group named ShinyHunters claimed responsibility for the breach at Canvas, which is now back online after the cyberattack.
NCAR develops AI tools to improve severe weather forecasting
The National Center for Atmospheric Research in Boulder is developing AI tools that enable forecasters to predict severe weather threats more accurately and farther in advance.
‘Gas station heroin’ can be deadly, but it’s just a mouse click away
Kratom is “highly addictive even for people who aren’t addicts,” said Dr. Joe Desanto. “It’s an evil drug. I’m scared for the general public.”
Giraffes shuffled around Denver, Colorado Springs zoos
Jasiri, a 5-year-old giraffe, temporarily moved from Denver Zoo to the Cheyenne Mountain Zoo in January to support conservation efforts for reticulated giraffes.
UAE reports drone and missile attack after US says it traded fire with Iran
The Iran war’s shaky ceasefire faces new challenges as the United Arab Emirates responded to Iranian missile and drone strikes.
Today in History: May 8, Allies celebrate Nazi surrender in World War II
President Harry S. Truman announced in a radio address that Nazi Germany’s forces had surrendered, stating that “the flags of freedom fly all over Europe” on V-E (Victory in Europe) Day.