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ibiapaba mountains

How a Few Old Maps Are Causing a Big Legal Mess in Brazil

July 2, 2026

For over three hundred years, the Ibiapaba mountains have stood as more than just a natural divider. They’ve also marked a fuzzy boundary between two Brazilian states, Piauí and Ceará. What began as a minor disagreement over land ownership has now escalated into a major legal dispute reaching the co

entertainment

Summer Fun in Snowmass: A July Adventure

July 1, 2026

Snowmass Village is busy this July, offering a mix of music, sports and art for everyone. The plan starts with an ice cream social on July 2 at the Town Park, where people can enjoy free treats and lawn games. Friday nights bring free concerts in the Rock Garden, featuring local bands like Wild Flig

education

How AI quietly powers university life without students always knowing

June 30, 2026

Universities now rely on artificial intelligence in ways that most people never see. Where once AI was just a buzzword in tech conferences, it’s now quietly shaping how schools handle everything from student applications to graduation timelines. The shift didn’t happen overnight—instead, AI tools ha

environment

Two Big Earthquakes Hit Venezuela – Here’s Why the Damage Was So Bad

June 27, 2026

On a national holiday in Venezuela, two powerful earthquakes struck in quick succession. The first quake measured 7. 2 in magnitude, followed 39 seconds later by a stronger one at 7. 5. Scientists call this a "doublet" quake, where two major tremors happen close together but likely from different fa

environment

Earth’s Hidden Clues: Why Big Changes Happen Faster Than We’re Told

June 26, 2026

For centuries, science taught that Earth’s biggest features formed slowly over millions of years. Rivers dug canyons bit by bit. Mountains grew a few millimeters each year. But the planet itself tells a different story. Look closely at places like Washington’s Grand Coulee, where 800-foot walls of l

environment

Smoke clouds Colorado mountains as western wildfires spread rapidly

June 25, 2026

The Colorado mountains are currently covered in a thick layer of smoke, mainly drifting from large wildfires burning in Utah and Nevada. These fires have grown quickly due to ongoing drought and consistently hot, dry weather across the western United States. While most of the smoke comes from distan

entertainment

Japanese drinks and flavors meet Oregon brews in Portland celebration

June 25, 2026

Next month, Portland will get a taste of Japan without the long flight. A festival called Fuji to Hood is bringing 25 breweries and cider makers from Japan straight to The Redd in Southeast Portland on July 18. Instead of plain lagers, visitors will find beers spiced with yuzu, IPAs brewed with matc

science

Mountain Snow: Nature’s Chemical Diary

June 22, 2026

Snow that falls on high peaks keeps a record of the air it passes through. In the southern part of the Greater Caucasus, scientists have not yet mapped this record well enough. Researchers studied fresh snow, the yearly build‑up of snow, and long‑standing snowfields from 1, 838 to 2, 857 meters insi

environment

Storm risks rise as hot air and wind collide

June 22, 2026

A wave of intense weather is building where the Rocky Mountains meet the Great Plains this week, raising alarms about storms that could bring heavy rain, hail the size of golf balls, and sudden wind bursts strong enough to knock down trees or damage roofs. The problem starts with a clash of two key

opinion

Maine’s Film Scene Gets a Boost

June 21, 2026

The 29th Maine International Film Festival is set to light up Waterville from July 10‑19, with more than 100 films shown, including 21 made in the state. This event highlights how Maine can become a major hub for independent filmmaking, a point that was underscored after a recent trip to Cannes. Ca