Abstract: Fine root dynamics of woody plants are important for understanding the carbon cycle in forests. Fine root dynamics have been studied by manually tracing fine roots in soil profile images; ...

The White House Historical Association today released a new episode of The White House 1600 Sessions podcast featuring a special conversation with Stewart McLaurin, president of the Association, David ...

I admit to being a terrible gift-giver. I hate the idea of a deadline for foisting a useless or unwanted item on a loved one. I’m more of a “come upon an interesting thing when the stars align that I ...

For early fans of the Philadelphia-born rap group The Roots, it might seem impossible to believe just how well-known and popular the band has become. Led by Questlove and Black Thought, The Roots are ...

This documentary uncovers two extraordinary prehistoric relatives of modern elephants, each shaped by environments unlike anything seen today. It follows the rise of a shovel-jawed grazer and a ...

Thalia’s tree, a sacred barrier protecting the camp, represents stability, so poisoning it is both a literal and symbolic attack, threatening the camp’s safety and foreshadowing the epic battles to ...

Anita Chabria and David Lauter bring insights into legislation, politics and policy from California and beyond. In your inbox three times per week. SACRAMENTO — It’s almost like slapstick comedy — the ...

Avery Brooks first appeared as Commander Benjamin Sisko in 1993, in the Star Trek: Deep Space Nine pilot “Emissary,” immediately setting the tone for what would become one of the most beloved Trek ...

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What he really wanted was to spend Thanksgiving with his family. What he got was three days with the turkey.