Deep within the Ecuadorian Amazon rainforest, scientists discovered a fungus with an extraordinary ability that could offer new clues in the fight against plastic pollution. Known as Pestalotiopsis microspora, the fungus can break down polyester polyurethane, a widely used type of plastic, and use it as a source of carbon. Even more remarkably, laboratory research…

A California woman and her beloved Miniature Pinscher have become an inspiration after overcoming one of life’s toughest challenges and returning to do what they love most together. Sophia Sadlowski, from Huntington Beach, California, and her dog Rusty, both survived cancer before competing side by side at the 2026 World Dog Surfing Championships held at…

Seen from space, Seattle stands out as a vibrant patchwork of deep green forests, blue waterways and dense urban development. The city’s famous nickname, the “Emerald City”, reflects the evergreen trees that surround it, but its landscape tells a much older story than modern skylines and parks. Long before Seattle became a major Pacific Northwest…