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Some rainstorms drench you in a second, while others drop rain in a nice peaceful drizzle. A meteorologist explains how rainstorms can be so different.
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Jeffrey B. Halverson, University of Maryland, Baltimore County, The Conversation
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4/6/26
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The hunt for a mythicized fossil hot spot took a team of researchers on a journey through the Sahara Desert.
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Paul C. Sereno, University of Chicago, The Conversation
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3/16/26
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A pilot program in Los Angeles reduced the rate of homelessness among homeless people with pets.
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Benjamin F. Henwood, University of Southern California, The Conversation
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3/12/26
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The answer has to do with the air we breathe and that bright white snowpack, as an atmospheric scientist in Colorado explains.
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Allie Mazurek, Colorado State University, The Conversation
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3/10/26
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The artist used daring imagery that sparked controversy from the moment it was unveiled.
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Virginia Raguin, College of the Holy Cross, The Conversation
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2/25/26
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MONTEZUMA, Iowa — Ben De Boef grew up working on his grandfather’s 400-acre farm in Montezuma, Iowa, and hearing stories about it. “I loved it since I was a kid,” said De Boef. “I didn’t really want to do anything other than farm.” Now 23 years old, De Boef grows corn, soybeans and some alfalfa […]
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Cassandra Stephenson, Olivia Cohen
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2/9/26
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Watching, modeling and even playing winter sports help students internalize physics concepts, including acceleration, momentum and friction.
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Amy Pope, Clemson University, The Conversation
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2/2/26
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Some of these ‘forever chemicals’ are toxic at very low levels. They can get into water systems and bioaccumulate in fish, ultimately posing risks to people.
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Christy Remucal, University of Wisconsin-Madison, The Conversation
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1/28/26
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Today, there aren’t just two countries competing to get to the Moon. More countries have space programs, and private industry plays a larger role.
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Michelle L.D. Hanlon, University of Mississippi, The Conversation
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1/27/26
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Your feet can send a lot of sensory information to your brain. But whether you believe that your footwear is affecting your cognition may matter more than what shoes you wear.
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Atom Sarkar, Drexel University, The Conversation
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1/27/26
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One of North America’s richest ecosystems, sustained and shaped by Native peoples before European contact, nearly disappeared. A recovery is underway.
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Andrea De Stefano, Mississippi State University, The Conversation
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1/27/26
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Ski resorts in Colorado can make snow, but it only goes so far.
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Steven R. Fassnacht, Colorado State University and Michael Childers, Colorado State University, The Conversation
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1/27/26
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The atmosphere is a complicated place. Warm temperatures in one spot can contribute to brutally cold storms somewhere else.
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Mathew Barlow, UMass Lowell and Judah Cohen, Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT), The Conversation
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1/26/26
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Plants need phosphorus, and other nutrients, to grow. But soil tests can’t tell if there’s too much.
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Dinesh Phuyal, University of Florida, The Conversation
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1/26/26
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inFlow Inventory reports that a survey reveals 73% of U.S. shoppers blame tariffs for personal shortages, while only 22% cite them for overall shortages.
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Jared Plumb for inFlow Inventory
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1/26/26
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Bernstein Private Wealth Management reports that employers can enhance 401(k) plans by optimizing record-keeping, considering pooled employer plans, and modernizing investment options.
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Christopher Gouryh for Bernstein Private Wealth Management
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1/24/26
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The Retirement Group reports on managing finances after job loss, emphasizing the need to review financial status, plan for short-term expenses, and assess retirement options.
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Tyson Mavar for The Retirement Group
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1/24/26
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The decision to bring a dog into the family should recognize that, like other family members, they will require medical care.
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David L. Weimer, University of Wisconsin-Madison, The Conversation
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1/23/26
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What gardeners do at the end of the growing season will determine how clean, productive and manageable their garden beds will be when spring arrives.
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Manjot Kaur Sidhu, University of Maine, The Conversation
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1/20/26
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The US government used to have American farmers’ backs, but that support has been dwindling for decades. New subsidies signal big changes for farmers.
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Peter Simons, Hamilton College, The Conversation
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1/16/26
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(NAPSI)—For Alexis González, regional communications manager for the American Red Cross, her job gives her the opportunity to serve and work alongside her community every day. “My work …
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1/10/26
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LawnStarter reports on the NFL's ongoing debate over natural grass vs. artificial turf, highlighting player safety concerns and increased injuries on turf.
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Adrian Nita for LawnStarter
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1/9/26
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Communication with loved ones, neighbors and mental health professionals can be a key piece of addressing the stressors and mental health issues that affect farmers at higher rates than other professions. According to the National Rural Health Association, suicide rates are “significantly higher” in rural areas than in urban areas and farmers die by suicide […]
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Cami Koons
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1/3/26
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George Plimpton, then a 36-year-old literary editor, endured the brutal realities of a professional football quarterback despite barely ever playing the sport.
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Stephen Siff, Miami University, The Conversation
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12/19/25
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Chaos gardening – wild beauty, or just a mess? A sustainable landscape specialist explains the trend
Chaos gardening is touted on social media as an easy, no-effort way to create a beautiful garden. A landscape specialist explains what to be aware of before chaotically tossing seeds around.
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Deryn Davidson, Colorado State University, The Conversation
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8/20/25
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