A surfer off the coast of California described a dramatic encounter after being pursued by what appeared to be a large shark during a foil surfing session near Santa Barbara. Ron Takeda, who was testing new foil surfing equipment with a group offshore, said the incident unfolded during a planned long-distance run when he noticed unusual movement behind him in the … [Read more...] about Foil surfer is hunted by massive shark off Santa Barbara: ‘It’s coming for you, go, go, go’
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Califonia man plans to sue over bear who won’t leave his house
A California homeowner says he is preparing legal action after a large black bear has been living beneath his house for more than a month — and state officials have reportedly stopped assisting in its removal. Ken Johnson, who lives in Altadena, says a 500-pound black bear has been entering and exiting a crawl space under his home since before Thanksgiving. According to … [Read more...] about Califonia man plans to sue over bear who won’t leave his house
11 years after a celebrated opening, massive solar plant faces a bleak future in the Mojave Desert
The Ivanpah Solar Electric Generating System, once hailed as a groundbreaking achievement in renewable energy, faces an uncertain future just 11 years after its grand opening in the harsh landscape of the Mojave Desert. This massive solar thermal plant, sprawling across five square miles of federal land near the California-Nevada border, is struggling to compete with the … [Read more...] about 11 years after a celebrated opening, massive solar plant faces a bleak future in the Mojave Desert
The lamp that shone continuously for 120 years, surviving two world wars
In the ever-evolving world of technology, where gadgets are designed to be replaced rather than repaired, a beacon of resilience shines brightly. The Centennial Light, a bulb installed in Livermore, California, in 1901, stands as a defiant testament to the quality and longevity of early 20th-century engineering. Still burning brightly over 120 years later, this remarkable bulb … [Read more...] about The lamp that shone continuously for 120 years, surviving two world wars
Drive-Thru Customers Ignore Dog Sleeping Under Menu For Months On End
In a heartwarming tale of resilience and compassion, a small dog named Coconut was rescued after spending three months in a Los Angeles shopping center, unnoticed by countless drive-thru customers. His story highlights the power of community and the dedication of animal rescues in helping abandoned pets find their forever homes. A Heartbreaking Discovery at the … [Read more...] about Drive-Thru Customers Ignore Dog Sleeping Under Menu For Months On End