Those who live where snow makes a yearly appearance now may have a fringe benefit. A cursory search online right now will unearth endless clips on the latest thrifty laundry trend: snow washing. It is a literal phrase and comes from the Swedish snötvätt, a technique originating from the times before Sweden had Ikea and…
One of the world’s most famous names will be remembered today for his contribution to scientific discovery and theory: today heralds International Darwin Day. The Darwin Day organization calls it “a day of celebration, activism, and international cooperation for the advancement of science, education, and human well-being.” The United Nations (U.N.) and other organizations will…
Much online discussion has been hovering around the subject of frozen exploding trees this winter, following multiple videos and reports. A Facebook update from the page, Ethereal Earth, went viral in late January, showing as such. The channel posted video evidence of what appears to be frozen trees exploding in a snow-covered forest. It garnered…
Sunny Spain is not living up to its reputation this year, as a giant low-pressure system lays waste to the Iberian Peninsula. The Western European country and neighboring Portugal have been lashed by heavy rain and wind all winter, bringing disruption beyond anything experienced before in some regions. It means the country is facing unprecedented…
The expression “like a bear with a sore head” just took on a whole new meaning. A recent social media update from Grand Teton National Park exemplifies how those going snowshoeing this winter may need to show caution. Winter, the post claims, may be getting shorter for our four-pawed mountain companions, and it’s mostly our…