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Trump Approves Oil Pipeline From Canada To US
Trump signed a presidential permit authorizing the Bridger Pipeline expansion to transport Canadian crude oil into the United States.
Shadows Over Iberia: The Long Eclipse of August
The moon will slide precisely across the sun, delivering the longest total solar eclipse of the 21st century.
Alphabet from Above: How Earth’s Geography Spells Your Name
The view from orbit reveals more than just weather patterns and blue oceans; it reveals the human alphabet.
Representatives From US And Britain Differ In Celebrating Easter
While the US and Britain seem aligned in many matters, this holiday expressed how different we really are for Easter.
Avoiding Disaster In The Olympics With…Airbags!
Skiers have extra safety measures for when they ‘fly down the slopes’: airbags! They wear airbag vests that inflate in the event of a crash.
The US Officially Withdraws From The World Health Organization
The United States Government formally exited from WHO on January 22, 2026. This decision was driven by profound failures in the WHO.
Our Mail Service Is Not As Delinquent As Denmark’s
As of December 30, 2025, Denmark no longer has an official postal service. Letter-sending in Denmark has declined by more than 90%.
First Ever Mosquitos Found In Norway
Norway found three wild mosquitoes in October. This is a surprise due to its harsh, unpredictable climate.
Community Stamps Prices Up Again And England Honors Peanuts Gang
There is news in the postage world. US first-class stamp prices are up, again. And England honors Charles Schutz with stamps of the Peanuts gang. First Class Stamps Beginning July 13, 2025, the price to mail a first-class envelope rose from 73 cents to 78 cents. These are the Forever stamps. On average, the price […]
A Day To Remember: The Invasion Of D-Day On June 6, 1944
On June 6, 1944, World War II was raging across Europe. All hope seemed lost for the Allied Powers until they came up with the daring D-Day Invasion.
Eta Aquarids Meteor Shower Is Going On Right Now
There’s nothing like sitting outside at night in the spring and looking for shooting stars. From now until May 27th, you can see the Eta Aquarids meteor shower.