Rare and massive, giant sequoias flourish in Seattle
Seattle’s maritime climate is ideal for growing giant sequoias. Here’s what to know before planting one of the fastest-growing trees on Earth.
Day: January 28, 2026
Federal energy regulators OK pumped-storage project on Columbia River
A renewable energy project along the Columbia River, at a Yakama Nation sacred site, secured a key federal license.
Delicious Burien burger shop is worth a visit
In our latest Neighborhood Eats column, our food writer drives down to Burien to try burgers from The Little Chicken and excellent chilaquiles from Kikey’s.
Lawmaker fires back at Marco Rubio over Venezuela attacks: ‘Finally a public hearing!’
Sen. Tim Kaine (D-VA) was among several lawmakers grilling Secretary of State Marco Rubio over the US attacks on Venezuela. Kaine called out Rubio and the Trump administration for not seeking congressional approval or consulting lawmakers in the five …
Toronto tourism hits record 28.2 million visitors in 2025, fuelling $13.5B economic boost
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Shipbuilding Leads GD To Solid Fourth Quarter In Finish To Strong Year
Led by its shipbuilding segment, General Dynamics [GD] on Wednesday posted solid fourth quarter results to cap off a strong fiscal year. Net income in the quarter was flat at […]
UN Expert Urges Uzbekistan to Release Tajimuratov Amid Continued Torture Allegations
The Karakalpak lawyer was sentenced in 2023 to 16 years in prison; ever since there have been consist reports of his mistreatment and torture.
Top aide to former NYC Mayor Eric Adams took a bribe of diamond earrings, prosecutors say
Prosecutors in Manhattan have accused Ingrid Lewis-Martin, a former top aide to ex-New York City Mayor Eric Adams, of accepting diamond earrings from real estate developers.
Iran’s internet is returning – but not for everyone – BBC
Iran’s internet is returning – but not for everyone BBCIran appears to ease internet blackout as cost of shutdown mounts The GuardianIran’s Digital Repression Has Entered A New Phase ForbesAmid Two-Week Internet Blackou…
Iran’s internet is returning – but not for everyone
The country cut off internet access on 8 January following a government crackdown on protesters.