Similar patterns appear along much of the Himalayan arc, where studies have documented a notable upward shift in fire activity since 2001, when continuous satellite-based fire observations became available. One study, published in Natural Hazards by researchers from Institute of Himalayan Bioresource Technology in Palampur, notes “a significant increase of forest fires towards higher elevation.”…
Her gleeful cruelty was matched only by the audacity of her incompetence. Packaged in cosplay costumes — cowgirl, soldier, even firefighter and pilot — we were supposed to see her as strong. But far from the mother of dragons she seems to envision herself as, she came across as the killer of Cricket (poor pup),…
WASHINGTON — New whistleblower documents detail substantial cuts by the Trump administration to the training requirements for new immigration officers. Among the cuts are the elimination of practical exams, use of force and legal training courses, and an overall reduction in training time, contrary to an official’s testimony to Congress earlier this month. The documents, provided to…
President Trump and his allies are questioning ballot security. Democrats are warning of unconstitutional federal intervention. Experts and others are raising concerns about partisan redistricting and federal immigration agents intimidating people at the polls. Voter trust in the upcoming midterm elections, meanwhile, has dropped off sharply, and across party lines, according to new research by…