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In 1974, a mother claimed 116 acres in Alaska. 10 years later, she became the last woman in America to receive a homestead patentIn 1984, Elizabeth Smith solidified her place in history as America's final female homesteader, claiming 116.32 acres near Big Delta, Alask...- Trump's Moon claim isn't a joke. A lunar power struggle has begunTrump's "The Moon is Ours" post signals emerging lunar geopolitics. Nasa's Artemis program plans a permanent lunar presence, focusing on re...
- US wants India by its side on Moon: US envoy Gor hails space tiesUS Ambassador Sergio Gor praised the India-United States space sector partnership at Space Expo 2026. NASA officially invited ISRO to join ...
- Since 2014, US farmers have been deliberately flooding their fields to create habitat for migratory birds; a decade later, 180,000 acres of farmland have become temporary wetlands serving as vital habitat for millions of birdsBirdReturns pays farmers to flood fields, creating vital temporary wetlands for migrating birds. This initiative helps birds and also reple...
- Billionaire Mitchell Rales gave the US National Gallery of Art $116 million. The money will help bring its masterpieces to museums across all 50 statesA monumental donation from a billionaire will provide enduring financial support for the National Gallery’s initiative, which focuses on di...
- Emmy Awards Night 1 Big Winners: Bad Bunny and Jimmy Kimmel shine as ‘The Traitors’ dominates reality categories; check full winners listThe 78th Primetime Emmy Awards kicked off on September 5, 2026, with a spectacular Night 1 ceremony. The evening was dominated by the Apple...
- Since 2016, San Antonio has replaced dark roofs on low-income homes with reflective shingles; the program was linked to lower attic temperatures and electricity useSan Antonio has launched an innovative project to replace traditional dark roofs with energy-efficient reflective roofing. This initiative ...
- ISRO staff raises concerns over private sector transition in India's space program; seek 'written reply'ISRO employee groups have formally voiced concerns about the privatization of India's space sector. They seek clarification on the governme...
- Oregon’s bridge program diverted 640,162 tons of construction material from landfills; FHWA valued the landfill diversion at $21.3 million across 208 bridgesBundled bridge contracts streamline multiple projects into a cohesive framework, enhancing efficiency and minimizing costs. This strategy p...
- In 1944, a German aerospace engineer along with his team invented first long-range ballistic missile for Nazi Germany but it was built by concentration camp prisoners under brutal conditions, laying the foundation for both the American and Soviet space programsIn 1944, a German aerospace engineer along with his research team invented the first long-range ballistic missile secretly for Nazi Germany...
- In 2023, Massachusetts expanded regional support by funding 4 Regional NPS Coordinators. 3 years later, the initiative had produced 16 watershed plans and 30 project proposalsMassachusetts launched a program to aid small towns with water pollution challenges. Regional coordinators helped develop sixteen watershed...
- Trump administration proposes new rules to strip tax-exempt status from schools that consider raceThe Trump administration has proposed new regulations that could strip schools of their tax-exempt status if they offer targeted support to...
- In 2002, San Francisco pledged to reach zero waste by 2020. 18 years later, it fell short but still diverted 80% of waste from landfills and recycled 600 tonnes each daySan Francisco pursued ambitious waste reduction goals, aiming for zero waste by 2020. Mandatory recycling and composting ordinances were en...
- Trump's DOJ threatens to cut aid to states unless they report migrants without legal statusThe US Justice Department has warned states about losing welfare funding. This is due to not reporting all undocumented immigrants known to...
- In 2011, ICE Chicago relied on 1 recycling bin for 200 workers; a hybrid system of 4 centers and desk boxes raised recycling to 38% and participation to 85%The U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement Chicago Field Office enhanced its recycling program. They established four recycling centers a...
- In 2011, Naval Station Great Lakes added composting and recycling bins. 3 years later, the Navy had diverted 300 tons of food and yard waste and recycled 114% more wasteNaval Station Great Lakes enhanced waste management after joining the Federal Green Challenge. The station increased recycling by 114 perce...
- In 2012, Chicago’s Railroad Retirement Board found new life for 3,200 pounds of electronics through reuse and recycling; the effort lifted waste diversion nearly 10%The U.S. Railroad Retirement Board successfully recycled over 3,200 pounds of electronic waste. This achievement was driven by federal prog...
- In 1991, Curitiba began exchanging recyclables for bus tokens and food. 35 years later, the city recycles 70% of its waste while creating jobs and supporting familiesIn Curitiba, Brazil, residents can exchange recyclable waste for fresh food. Other cities have found different uses for what people throw a...
- In 1987, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service captured 27 wild California condors to save them from extinction. 32 years later, the recovery program hatched its 1,000th chick, marking one of North America’s greatest wildlife recoveriesCalifornia condors faced extinction with only twenty-seven birds remaining. Conservationists captured all remaining birds for a successful ...
- In 2010, Alaska Clean Harbors launched a statewide effort to curb harbor pollution. 15 years later, 11 harbors were engaged in the program, helping protect coastal watersAlaska Clean Harbors works with communities to prevent pollution and reduce waste. Four harbors achieved certification, and three are worki...
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