Killer floods in Europe give the world a glimpse of chaotic future

Nearly 200 people had been confirmed dead with more than 700 still missing Monday, July 19, after heavy floods devastated some parts of Europe. Authorities and victims said numerous areas were caught unprepared when normally calm streams turned into torrents that swept away cars, houses and bridges and everything else in their paths. “It went so … Continue reading Killer floods in Europe give the world a glimpse of chaotic future

Jumping worms are wreaking havoc in 15 US states

Jumping worms are wreaking havoc in the ecosystems and garden soils of at least 15 U.S. states. Also known as crazy worms, Alabama jumpers and snake worms, they violently thrash when handled and shed their own tails to escape when put under duress. Mature jumping worms are between four and five inches long. They have been sighted in … Continue reading Jumping worms are wreaking havoc in 15 US states