$50B Rural Health Transformation Program Needs More Transparency, Groups Say
States must submit Rural Health Transformation Program progress reports to the federal government, but they aren’t required to proactively post those reports, or related information, publicly…Read MoreContinue Reading
At least 20 feared missing in Grand Canyon flash flood
Flooding began Saturday afternoon and quickly forced air evacuations of more than 60 people. No injuries have been reported. Continue Reading
Iran vows ‘punishment’ after US strikes on Iran’s Larak Island
Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guards Corps said two people died in the attack on Larak Island, the first such U.S. strike in over a month.Continue Reading
Tennessee plans to rename airport after Dolly Parton
Tennessee Gov. Bill Lee and the Nashville International Airport announced plans Friday to rename the airport in honor of Dolly Parton. The idea has enjoyed strong support since the passing of the country music superstar and philanthropist. But it’s not a done deal yet. Under the airport authority’s rules, atContinue Reading
USS Abraham Lincoln transits Strait of Singapore en route to Thailand
The U.S. aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln sailed past Singapore early on Sunday as it headed home after a grueling deployment in the Middle East. It’s expected to stop in Thailand for a port visit. (AP Video: Fadlan Syam) Subscribe: http://smarturl.it/AssociatedPress Read more: https://apnews.com This video may be available forContinue Reading
‘The lake is our life’: Protecting a shared lifeline in Uganda
On the shores of Nkondo, in Uganda’s Kikuube district, the day begins before sunrise. Fishers enter the lake to fish, while families around Lake Albert rely on its waters for food, income and daily survival.Continue Reading
The climate pattern putting millions at risk: El Niño explained
El Niño is putting millions of lives at risk in eastern and southern Africa but the UN is ensuring that communities are better prepared to deal with its impact.Continue Reading
Hundreds of hidden earthquakes found at Antarctica’s Doomsday Glacier
Hundreds of previously overlooked seismic events have been detected beneath Antarctica, including 245 near the marine edge of the Thwaites Glacier. Many appear to be glacial earthquakes caused when huge icebergs break off, capsize, and collide with the glacier. The surge in activity coincided with a period when Thwaites wasContinue Reading
Heart, body and mind—the first ESC Guidelines highlight the many benefits of cardiac rehabilitation
The European Society of Cardiology (ESC) Guidelines on cardiac rehabilitation have been published online today in the European Heart Journal. The new guidelines will be presented at ESC Congress 2src26 on Aug. 31…Continue Reading
At least 15 people feared missing after Grand Canyon flooding | DW News
Authorities are searching for 15 people feared missing following heavy flooding in sections of Grand Canyon National Park. Park officials have asked the public to help identify hikers who were in the affected areas. #grandcanyon #flooding #hiking #evacuation #dwnews For more news go to: http://www.dw.com/en/ Follow DW on social media:Continue Reading
Iran releases footage of missile launches at US targets
Iranian authorities released footage showing what is purported to be missiles and drones launching. They were being launched in what Tehran said was an operation targeting the King Hussein and Al-Azraq U.S. air bases in Jordan. Video from Iranian news agency WANA which is independently run and state monitored. #iranContinue Reading
Sun-Ways Is Testing Out Train Track Solar Farms
A pilot program placing solar panels between the rails has proven successful enough that the idea is spreading to Italy, France and Korea.Continue Reading
Arizona’s taps won’t run dry, but water bills will go up under federal plan for Colorado River
New federal rules mean Arizona will be getting a lot less water from the Colorado river. City leaders say they’ve been planning for years and no one will run out, but keeping taps flowing is expensive. (Image credit: Alex Hager)Continue Reading