If you want to attract more birds to your yard, think beyond feeders. Because all birds need water, bird baths will attract a wider variety of birds than seed feeders, says Becca Rodomsky-Bish, project leader at the Cornell Lab of Ornithology. Access to water is important for birds in winter, especially in northern climates where… Continue reading 7 Ways to Keep Your Bird Bath from Freezing in the Winter
5 Costly Mistakes Everyone Makes With Smart Outdoor Lighting
Introducing smart lighting to your garden is one of those unexpected luxuries that you don't fully appreciate until you've taken the plunge. There's a world of difference between casually stringing a few LED lights around the fence and carefully installing the best outdoor lighting system, but don't worry – I'm here to help. We've already… Continue reading 5 Costly Mistakes Everyone Makes With Smart Outdoor Lighting
California is years behind in implementing a law to increase home fire safety
From Tran Nguyen, The Associated Press Devastated by destructive wildfires, including the deadliest In California's history, state lawmakers in 2020 passed new requirements for the removal of combustible materials such as dead plants and wooden furniture within 5 feet of homes in high-risk areas. The rules were scheduled to come into force on January 1,… Continue reading California is years behind in implementing a law to increase home fire safety
Practical Sustainability: Small Steps to a Big Change for Your Home in 2025
Sustainability is no longer just an option; it is a necessity. With challenges such as fossil fuel depletion, rising energy costs and increasing environmental pressures, making smarter decisions at home has never been more important. The good news? Small changes can lead to big results. Wondering what these little changes are? Relax β we are… Continue reading Practical Sustainability: Small Steps to a Big Change for Your Home in 2025
Climate Change: The ongoing global initiatives that will shape our lives in the coming years
Climate change is one of the most pressing problems of our time with far-reaching consequences for our planet and its inhabitants. Rising global temperatures, melting ice caps and extreme weather events are just some of the devastating effects of climate change. However, there is hope. Governments, organizations and individuals around the world are coming together… Continue reading Climate Change: The ongoing global initiatives that will shape our lives in the coming years
How robust is your camera?
Landscape photographers subject their equipment to some very demanding environments, from rain to snow to freezing temperatures and more. Bad weather tends to present unique landscape conditions, making difficult weather the best time to be outside. But how robust is your camera? For professional landscape photographer Nigel Danson, taking photos in bad weather is the… Continue reading How robust is your camera?
Death Howl is a strikingly atmospheric soulslike deck builder from publisher 11-Bit Studios
Three-person Danish developer The Outer Zone and publishing partner 11 Bit Studios (of Frostpunk fame) have revealed Death Howl, a delightfully atmospheric mix of turn-based tactical action, deck-building and “souls-like” exploration, coming to PC later this year Year. Described as a “poignant story of grief, healing and resilience,” Death Howl follows the journey of huntress… Continue reading Death Howl is a strikingly atmospheric soulslike deck builder from publisher 11-Bit Studios
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Chemeketa Employees Affected by Pension Plan Data Breach
Listen to the audio version of this article (generated by AI). Current and former Chemeketa Community College employees may have exposed Social Security numbers and other sensitive information in a breach involving a vendor that manages the retirement plans for tens of thousands of Oregon educators. The college's announcement came after the Salem-Keizer school district… Continue reading Chemeketa Employees Affected by Pension Plan Data Breach
GUSA Senate Swears in New Executive, Passes Swings Bill β The Hoya
The The Georgetown University Student Association (GUSA) Senate confirmed the election of the new GUSA Executive Board and passed three bills Resolving important election campaign issues at its meeting on January 12th. Ethan Henshaw (CAS '26) And Darius Wagner (CAS '27) were sworn in as GUSA President and Vice President The Senate confirmed 13 students… Continue reading GUSA Senate Swears in New Executive, Passes Swings Bill β The Hoya