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BikeMag
1 month ago
Bicycling

JT Fisher Shreds Northwest Trails In New Edit

The Pacific Northwest offers diverse trail options attracting riders from far and wide. [ more ]
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www.npr.org
2 months ago
Film

David and Nathan Zellner on their absurdist film 'Sasquatch Sunset'

A family of sasquatches' life journey, portrayed in film, reflects human-animal behavior ambiguity and emotions in the Pacific Northwest. [ more ]
Oregon ArtsWatch | Oregon Arts & Culture News
2 months ago
Books

Q&A: Author Richard W. Etulain captures 'Illuminative Moments' in Northwest regional writing

1. Richard W. Etulain's new book focuses on the literary history of the Pacific Northwest from 1800 to present. 2. Etulain emphasizes the significance of acknowledging and documenting the literary history of the Pacific Northwest. [ more ]
Wine Enthusiast
3 months ago
Wine

In the Pacific Northwest, Apples Grown in Volcanic Soil Make for Explosive Cider

Volcanic soil in Oregon and Washington influences the quality of apples by providing essential minerals like iron and magnesium.
Apples grown in volcanic soils in the Pacific Northwest produce richer flavors and larger crops. [ more ]
Axios
4 months ago
California

Potent atmospheric rivers begin hitting California, bringing flooding concerns

A powerful storm is bringing heavy rains, snow, and strong winds to the West Coast.
Another even stronger atmospheric river is expected to hit Central to Southern California later this weekend. [ more ]
Penn Today
4 months ago
OMG science

Climate change and atmospheric dynamics unveil future weather extremes | Penn Today

The 2021 Pacific Northwest heat dome event was driven by a combination of natural systems and human-induced climate change.
The interplay between the jet stream and resonance caused the heat dome to amplify and persist, leading to extreme temperatures. [ more ]
www.scientificamerican.com
6 months ago
Science

Lost 'Woolly Dog' Genetics Highlight Indigenous Science

Scientists have analyzed the genes of a woolly dog pelt to show how different these dogs were from modern breeds.
The woolly dog was an important part of Coast Salish society, with their luxurious hair used to make blankets and their packs herded by the community. [ more ]
www.npr.org
2 months ago
Film

David and Nathan Zellner on their absurdist film 'Sasquatch Sunset'

A family of sasquatches' life journey, portrayed in film, reflects human-animal behavior ambiguity and emotions in the Pacific Northwest. [ more ]
Oregon ArtsWatch | Oregon Arts & Culture News
2 months ago
Books

Q&A: Author Richard W. Etulain captures 'Illuminative Moments' in Northwest regional writing

1. Richard W. Etulain's new book focuses on the literary history of the Pacific Northwest from 1800 to present. 2. Etulain emphasizes the significance of acknowledging and documenting the literary history of the Pacific Northwest. [ more ]
Wine Enthusiast
3 months ago
Wine

In the Pacific Northwest, Apples Grown in Volcanic Soil Make for Explosive Cider

Volcanic soil in Oregon and Washington influences the quality of apples by providing essential minerals like iron and magnesium.
Apples grown in volcanic soils in the Pacific Northwest produce richer flavors and larger crops. [ more ]
Axios
4 months ago
California

Potent atmospheric rivers begin hitting California, bringing flooding concerns

A powerful storm is bringing heavy rains, snow, and strong winds to the West Coast.
Another even stronger atmospheric river is expected to hit Central to Southern California later this weekend. [ more ]
Penn Today
4 months ago
OMG science

Climate change and atmospheric dynamics unveil future weather extremes | Penn Today

The 2021 Pacific Northwest heat dome event was driven by a combination of natural systems and human-induced climate change.
The interplay between the jet stream and resonance caused the heat dome to amplify and persist, leading to extreme temperatures. [ more ]
www.scientificamerican.com
6 months ago
Science

Lost 'Woolly Dog' Genetics Highlight Indigenous Science

Scientists have analyzed the genes of a woolly dog pelt to show how different these dogs were from modern breeds.
The woolly dog was an important part of Coast Salish society, with their luxurious hair used to make blankets and their packs herded by the community. [ more ]
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"Climate change and atmospheric dynamics unveil future weather extremes" by Nathi Magubane for @Penn's Penn Today

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Penn Today
4 months ago
OMG science

Climate change and atmospheric dynamics unveil future weather extremes | Penn Today

The 2021 Pacific Northwest heat dome event was driven by a combination of natural systems and human-induced climate change.
The interplay between the jet stream and resonance caused the heat dome to amplify and persist, leading to extreme temperatures. [ more ]
The Sacramento Bee
7 months ago
Environment

Climate change is hastening the demise of Pacific Northwest forests

The iconic red cedar trees of the Pacific Northwest are dying from drought caused by climate change.
The death of these trees is a sign of larger shifts in tree growing ranges due to climate change.
At least 15 native tree species in the Pacific Northwest have experienced growth declines and die-offs linked to drought and warming temperatures. [ more ]
Pinstripe Alley
1 year ago
New York Yankees

Yankees Rivalry Roundup: Gausman, Kiermaier propel Jays past Brewers

A fairly quiet day it was across MLB, as many teams across the league traveled to their next series, including the Yankees, who sauntered down from the Pacific Northwest to Southern California.While we waited for the anticipated Yankees- Dodgers clash to kick off, we still had some interesting games in the AL, featuring a divisional matchup in Houston and an interleague showdown in Toronto.
Eater Portland
1 year ago
Portland food

Your One-Day Guide to the Columbia River Gorge

The Columbia River Gorge - known to many Pacific Northwesterners as simply "the Gorge" - is a year round, nature-fueled escape for visitors and residents of Portland, and a road-tripper's paradise for anyone in the Pacific Northwest.Stretching 75 miles on Interstate 84 in Oregon and Route 14 in Washington, the scenic byway follows the Columbia River, which divides the two states' borders, dazzling drivers with sweeping cliffside views on either route.
Pinstripe Alley
1 year ago
New York Yankees

Yankees Rivalry Roundup: Jays fall at Fenway again, Rays dispatch Bucs

Good morning, all.External factors slightly delayed the Rivalry Roundup this morning and that means we'll have to good rapid-fire through these games more than we usually do, but it is here regardless!The Yankees were able to snap their four-game losing streak with a mini-comeback late last night.Were they able to make up any ground, though?
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