Category: Outdoor Practices

Northern Nevadans experienced an unexpected celestial spectacle Tuesday evening as the Northern Lights lit up the sky – a rare treat so far south. The vibrant greens, purples and reds were the result of the most powerful solar flare yet in 2025, sending waves of charged particles toward Earth. The event was powerful enough to… Continue reading Northern lights dazzle Nevada after powerful solar flare

Published on November 11, 2025 On the breathtakingly beautiful Red Sea coast, AMAALA, still underwater, is set to open three luxury resorts by 2026 that will complement the “wellness” component of existing luxury offerings. The facilities will offer dedicated wellness services and have designated wellness zones, in keeping with AMAALA's focus on wellness and nature.… Continue reading AMAALA: Saudi Arabia's new luxury wellness destination on the Red Sea coast will open in 2026

Last week, an unexpected solar storm gave photographers in northern latitudes a northern lights show. But if you missed last week's show, you might have another chance as the sun rises (again) and the chances of seeing the Northern Lights increase November 10-12. According to forecasts from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) and… Continue reading Did you miss the Northern Lights last week? Photographers could get a second chance if the sun cooperates (again).

In a groundbreaking move for South African businesses, Nedbank Group Limited has become one of the first major companies to offset its carbon emissions by purchasing renewable energy certificates (RECs) from Growthpoint Properties Limited. This groundbreaking initiative provides tenants with a scalable solution to address the historically difficult issue of electricity emissions in leased buildings.… Continue reading Nedbank and Growthpoint are pioneering ways to decarbonize rental spaces with renewable energy certificates

On Sunday, a powerful solar flare was recorded on the Sun and aimed at Earth. The space agency warned of a strong solar storm. This is reported by UNN with reference to the NOAA Space Weather Prediction Center and ESA. Details A large, long-lasting flare with an intensity of X1.7 occurred on the Sun. Active… Continue reading A large solar flare facing Earth caused a coronal mass ejection

Across India, the rhythm of the seasons is no longer the same as it once was. Monsoons are irregular, summers become longer and harsher, and winters become increasingly unpredictable. For millions of Indians who garden – be it on small balconies, in communal spaces or in the backyard – these changes present new challenges. Climate-resilient… Continue reading How to Build a Climate Resilient Garden in India

Last month, the mysterious interstellar object 3I/ATLAS came within 18 million miles of Mars on its unusual trajectory through our solar system. During its approach, NASA's Mars Reconnaissance Orbiter used its HiRISE camera to capture high-resolution images of the rare visitor, widely suspected by experts to be a comet. But thanks to a bureaucratic nightmare… Continue reading NASA is withholding new images of a mysterious object from beyond the solar system

A popular initiative by the Swiss Greens that would require solar panels on most rooftops has collected more than 100,000 signatures, enough to trigger a nationwide vote once the Federal Chancellery formally confirms it, RTS reported. The proposal aims to require the installation of photovoltaic systems on almost all new and existing buildings, although exemptions… Continue reading The Swiss Greens' vote on a mandatory solar system overcomes the hurdle for signature

WAUSAU, Wis. (WSAW) – Solar storms may bring colorful night skies or aurora borealis across Wisconsin and other Upper Midwest states Thursday evening. A large burst of energy, called a coronal mass ejection (CME), is currently on its way to Earth, prompting space weather researchers to issue a strong geomagnetic storm warning that would make… Continue reading Due to a solar storm, the Northern Lights could be visible again over Wisconsin on Thursday evening

County real estate remains a focus for Grand Traverse County commissioners as the board Wednesday approved a lease for a new home for MSU Extension and refined design decisions for Project Alpha, the planned expansion of the county's LaFranier Road campus. Commissioners also heard an update from county Parks and Facilities Director John Chase about… Continue reading County commissioners approve new MSU-E house near Alpha Design project