Morgan Ellis 
The Struggle at Jammu’s Landfills In Jammu, India, a stench of burning waste pervades the air from a local dumpsite, a blend of various refuse from the nearby urban population of approximately 740,000. Despite the overwhelming heat and hazardous smoke, a few individuals, known as waste pickers, brave these conditions daily. They sift through the … Read more
When Barb Boustead relocated to Nebraska almost two decades ago to join the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, she was introduced to the concept of “corn sweat” amidst the vast cornfields of the region. This phenomenon, involving a noticeable increase in humidity during the late summer as corn plants release moisture to cool down, was … Read more
Increasing Temperatures Pose Deadly Risks in High School Football As global temperatures continue to rise, the once cherished tradition of high school football is facing unprecedented challenges. The sweltering heat of summer has transformed the sport into a potentially lethal endeavor for young athletes. Each year, the escalating heat not only tests the stamina and … Read more
Carolyn Baker, decked out in a bright neon pink top and complementary sunglasses, was all smiles as she participated in the Falmouth Road Race along Cape Cod’s scenic coastline. She eagerly looked for familiar faces as she approached the race’s conclusion, an event she had successfully completed on numerous previous occasions. However, unexpectedly, Baker’s body … Read more
As the sun sets, it casts a golden glow over a stunning array of pine trees of various sizes and types, stretching across the northern Canadian landscape. This serene view unfolds from the glass-enclosed upper deck of a special observation train car, moving at a leisurely pace. The panorama of greens and browns flows by, … Read more
At the point where the Churchill River flows into the vast Hudson Bay in Canada, biologist Geoff York is on the lookout for polar bears. York, who is the senior director of research and policy at Polar Bears International, notes that this area is undergoing a significant reduction in both fat and ice due to … Read more
Amidst Hudson Bay’s Challenges, Beluga Whales Offer Joy and Resilience In the vast expanse of Hudson Bay, the striking presence of large, playful beluga whales provides a source of joy and potential healing. Amidst environmental and economic challenges such as melting ice and the plight of starving polar bears, the cheerful sounds of belugas resonate … Read more
Churchill, Manitoba: The Polar Bear Capital In the quaint town of Churchill, Manitoba, located on the shores of Hudson Bay, the presence of polar bears has long attracted throngs of eager tourists. As these majestic creatures began frequenting the area, they quickly became a central motif throughout the town, celebrated in everything from local art … Read more
In the isolated town of CHURCHILL, Manitoba, a dynamic shift has occurred where the forested tundra kisses the Hudson Bay shores. The town’s economic pillars crumbled when the military presence was withdrawn. Essential transport links like rail and maritime shipping, critical for a town unreachable by roads, faltered. Climate change has ushered in warmer conditions, … Read more
In the quiet town of Churchill, Manitoba, Sgt. Ian Van Nest patrols the area with a vigilance born of necessity. His vehicle, equipped with a rifle and a secure compartment for detaining suspects, moves slowly. His gaze shifts rapidly before focusing on a group gathered around a van. He approaches, cautiously assessing the leader’s armament … Read more
