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Oil: Wall Street's gray swanThe relentless, if zigzag, rise in financial markets for the past 150 years has been sustained by cheap fossil fuels and a benign climate, Cobb writes. We cannot count on either from here on out.
- Cobra rock formation: What toppled it?
Cobra rock formation, a sandstone formation beloved by rock climbers, has toppled in southern Utah. The cobra rock formation got its name from its snake-like appearance, carved by wind and rain.
US trade deficit narrows in June. What's fueling the decline?A boom in domestic oil and gas production is keeping the US trade deficit down. Some politicians and analysts think increased production means it's time the US allow for crude oil exports, while others say exporting oil would harm American energy security.
How magnetism might keep solar panels clean (and efficient)Solar panels can lose their efficiency over time due to exposure to harsh elements. Now, scientists have developed a method using magnetic forces that could help keep solar cells efficient and clean.
Fleas infest New York courthouseFleas infested a New York courthouse, shutting it down for at least two days. Officials say they are working to remove the fleas that have infested the New York courthouse.
California mystery animal: What is it?California mystery animal stumps local officials as they try to identify an animal caught on video moving through a residential neighborhood. A zoo spokeswoman said the California mystery animal appeared to be a big cat of undetermined origin, possibly 'some kind of hybrid.'
Hawaii braces for hurricane Iselle, tropical storm JulioHurricane Iselle and tropical storm Julio headed toward the tourist haven of Hawaii Wednesday in a rare combination of stormy tropical weather. Hawaii residents were stocking up on food and water as officials advised preparing for seven days of supplies in advance of hurricane Iselle and tropical storm Julio.
Burned bear cub rescued, flown to wildlife centerBurned bear cub rescued and flown to a wildlife care center in California. After being rescued, the burned bear cub was named Cinder.
- Rare whale fossil found in California backyard
A rare whale fossil lodged in a 1,000-pound boulder was pulled from a Southern California backyard Friday. The rare whale fossil is one of about 20 baleen fossils known to exist.
Two cyclones: Hawaii braces for hurricane Iselle, tropical storm JulioTwo cyclones – hurricane Iselle and tropical storm Julio – threaten to hit Hawaii later this week. Residents are stocking up on essential supplies as they prepare for the arrival of the two cyclones.
Water for drinking or fracking? Why we may have to choose by 2040.Research shows that by 2040, the need for drinking water and water to use in energy production will create shortages. What can people do to prevent water shortages from happening?
What's fueling the fracking boom? Debt.Oil and gas companies are taking on more debt to continue drilling, according to the US Energy Information Administration. Companies' revenues are now flattening out, as global oil prices have plateaued.
Police pursue giant tortoise through suburban LAA giant tortoise has been returned to its owners after a brief police pursuit through suburban LA. It took two officers to heft the giant tortoise into a patrol car so they could turn it over to animal control authorities.
Hurricane Iselle: Strong winds, flooding forecasted for HawaiiHurricane Iselle headed toward Hawaii Tuesday, with officials in Honolulu urging residents to prepare food and water to last seven days. Hurricane Iselle is one of two storms expected to hit Hawaii later this week.
Natural gas: Massachusetts is ground zero for Northeast's pipeline fightFoes say the proposed 180-mile pipeline would harm Massachusetts' pristine forests and scarce farmlands. Proponents say the natural gas would replace dirtier fuels and stabilize winter heating costs.
Behind Ohio drinking-water ban, a Lake Erie mysteryUnsafe levels of toxins in drinking water in northwest Ohio are linked to algae blooms in Lake Erie. The blooms are fed by agricultural runoff, but that's not the full story.
- Behind Ohio drinking-water ban, a Lake Erie mystery
Unsafe levels of toxins in drinking water in northwest Ohio are linked to algae blooms in Lake Erie. The blooms are fed by agricultural runoff, but that's not the full story.
Cover StorySetting rivers free: As dams are torn down, nature is quickly recoveringWith the removal of many dams, conservationists are seeing the return of the natural bounty that fed Native Americans and astonished European settlers.
- Why 400,000 people in Toledo, Ohio can't drink the water
A toxin in the water, possibly algae from Lake Erie, sent people scrambling to buy water. Toledo, Ohio, residents were advised not to brush their teeth with it or boil the water.
California record drought: 58 percent of state in 'exceptional drought'California record drought has spread across 58 percent of the state. Northern California is now in about as bad shape as the rest of the state in the now three-year California record drought.
