The Latest Breaking News from Environment

Just two companies have banned use as firms in drier areas wait until last minute to avoid annoying customers

Banks benefit from rising interest rates as they enjoy higher interest margins. However, not all bank stocks are well-positioned to capitalize on the rising interest rate environment. Despite the industry tailwinds, weak profitability, and higher-than-industry valuation of First Republic Bank (FRC), Signature Bank (SBNY), Webster Financial (WBS), and SVB Financial…

NONFICTION: Minneapolis writer Kathryn Savage mourns her father's death and the environmental disasters that affect all of us.

Most of us have seen helium balloons gently float into the sky, whether by accident or intentional release. Watching a balloon disappear into the clouds can feel almost tranquil. But what goes up must come down, with serious impacts on the environment.