Abstract: This paper addresses state transfer in blockchain systems, crucial for new or recovering peers. Current systems use periodic snapshots and cryptographic structures like Merkle trees for ...

Landscape designer Bunrak Thanacharoenrot, inspired by his agricultural roots, spent 25 years curating and transplanting rare and unusual Thai trees to create Changthong Heritage Park near Chiang Mai.

Alex Kent made over 8,000 photographs and videos of New York City’s official “Great Trees.” Dodai Stewart researched them all and visited a few. Aug. 22, 2025 One could argue that all trees are great.

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Klaus Lackner and Carbon Collect, a private company, developed a prototype for an "artificial tree" designed to passively remove carbon dioxide from the air. Carbon Collect claimed a single ...

Climate Lab is a Seattle Times initiative that explores the effects of climate change in the Pacific Northwest and beyond. The project is funded in part by The Bullitt Foundation, CO2 Foundation, Jim ...

During downpours, rainwater can wash away soil and carve small gullies in people’s yards and gardens. And it can overwhelm stormwater systems, flooding city roads and sidewalks. But there’s a simple ...

Charlotte's business scenery is getting a significant boost with AVL Manufacturing, a Canadian firm known for its bespoke industrial enclosures, setting up shop in the Steele Creek area, this move ...

The Trump administration's efforts to end federal diversity, equity and inclusion programs has hit an unexpected target: In February, communities around the country learned that funding was canceled ...