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Judge sets $5M bond for third suspect in Mississippi tree homicide — 2dA Mississippi judge set a $5M bond for Eric Clark, third man charged in Tasia Fortune's death; she was found hanging from a tree but was already dead, police say the scene was staged.

“Though the fig tree does not bud and there are no grapes on the vines, though the olive crop fails and the fields produce no food, though there are no sheep in the pen and no cattle in the stalls, ye — 4hPosted to FaithTap by IJR.

Israeli Bulldozers Uproot Olive Trees Near Ramallah Before October Harvest — Sep 23, 2026"They are uprooting, and we will plant again with the help of God," a Deir Nidham farmer said after bulldozers cleared nearly nine acres of olive trees days before harvest.

Nicole Hardy The farmer's plan to replant shows determination, but losing established trees sets them back years.

Tree-Care Firms Expand Coverage Across Five RegionsEnvironment — Sep 22, 2026Tree-care companies are expanding services across Tennessee, California, Massachusetts, Texas and Maryland, offering seasonal pest assessments and treatment, hazardous-tree removal, pruning and broader arborist care. The announcements emphasize timely responses to local threats—including emerald ash borer, bark beetles, hemlock pests, drought and storm risks—and professional practices intended to protect tree health and property safety.

Nor’easter Floods Outer Banks, Threatens New England — 6dA strengthening nor’easter is moving up the East Coast and is expected to bring New England heavy rain, damaging winds, coastal flooding and beach erosion through the weekend, with downed trees and power outages also possible. Forecasters warn that the storm’s track could shift the worst impacts, while high tides may worsen flooding and road closures along the coast.

Derek Foss High tides on top of the rain could close a lot of coastal roads in New England, so people better have backup plans ready.

Most Influential Women in World HistoryYourlist — RankingFrom ancient queens who ruled empires to modern activists who changed laws, these women left indelible marks on politics, science, and culture. Vote for who you think shaped history most profoundly.

Trump administration directs wildlife agency to ignore accidental species deaths — Sep 17, 2026USFWS Director Nesvik’s Sept. 14 memo limits unlawful “take” to intentional harm, writing that felling a tree is not a take of roosting bats unless done to kill or capture them.

Derek Foss Focusing enforcement on intent should reduce pointless lawsuits against regular property owners.

St. Boniface Fells the Donar OakGood News — FROM 723Boniface chops down a pagan sacred tree without harm.

Uganda, DRC Communities Strengthen Gorilla Conservation — Sep 23, 2026Community-led conservation is helping protect gorillas across Central Africa: near Uganda’s Bwindi forest, residents are planting useful trees outside the park to reduce pressure on mountain-gorilla habitat, while in the Democratic Republic of the Congo, a new legal designation expands community-managed forest protections for threatened Grauer’s gorillas. Health and tourism initiatives also support mountain-gorilla conservation, whose population has nearly doubled since the 1990s.

Waimanalo Man Dies After Tree Falls on Tent as Hurricane Lowell Passes — Sep 9, 2026A homeless man living in a tent died when a tree fell on him at Sherwood Beach in Waimānalo during Hurricane Lowell, with the death ruled an unattended incident and no foul play suspected as investigators determine the link to the storm. The incident underscores Lowell’s severe impact across Oʻahu and other islands, including widespread damage, power outages, and evacuations as officials continued to assess the storm’s toll.

Scientists Identify First New Cat Species in Century — Sep 17, 2026Genetic analysis across South America identifies Leopardus tilcayo, a small Tilcayo tiger cat from Bolivia, as a distinct new species—the first to be named in about a century—and notes a broader reclassification that recognizes five tiger-cat species in the region, including a subspecies of L. tigrinus called antisuyo. The findings underscore biodiversity in the tiger-cat group amid conservation concerns and clarify the long-contested cat family tree.

Tom Gallagher The split into five tiger-cat species should help target conservation better, but it also shows how fragile these small populations really are.

Amsterdam Museum Unveils Kusama Retrospective as Tribute After Death — Sep 9, 2026The Stedelijk Museum in Amsterdam is staging a comprehensive Kusama retrospective with 300+ works, an immersive infinity room, and around 50 pieces never before shown, serving as a posthumous tribute after her death at 97. The exhibition extends Kusama’s signature polka-dot world to public spaces, wrapping trees and the building facade in dots, and aims to appeal to both new visitors and longtime fans.

New York Pizza vs Chicago Deep DishYourlist — VS BattleThe foldable slice versus the fork-and-knife casserole — America's longest-running food fight.

Conservation Efforts Counter Pressures Across American LandscapesEnvironment — Sep 7, 2026Across the U.S., communities are balancing growth with conservation, from Las Vegas preserving two Survivor Tree offspring as living memorials to the 9/11 site and private lands promoting native plants to bolster biodiversity. Coastal and island regions face erosion and ecological strain—from Michigan shoreline restoration and California’s Santa Catalina tourism pressures to Florida’s water-shortage conflicts around development—underscoring the push for resilient landscapes and sustainable planning.

New England and Kyoto Lead Fall Foliage Travel Picks — Sep 16, 2026A trio of travel outlets highlight five top fall getaways for leaf-peeping and seasonal festivals, led by New England’s foliage, historic towns, and classic seasonal comforts, with staples like Vermont lodging, the Kancamagus Highway, and Salem’s Halloween culture. The roundups also flag a Michigan fall culinary experience at Treetops Resort in Grand Rapids, offering a multi-course progressive dinner and drink tastings in early October.

Priya Raman The multi-course dinner at that Michigan resort in October sounds like a fun twist on fall travel.

Beatniks Genuflect To Tree Over Climate Change ‘Guilt’Reporting — Aug 20, 2025Climate change enthusiasts are reciting 15-minute monologues directly to trees while left alone, discussing the relationship between humans and trees. “We carried your ancestors here from another part of the world,”…

Storms trigger fallen trees across Warren CountyWeather — Aug 21, 2026Storm-damaged trees blocked roads from Massachusetts to Mississippi, including a large tree on Beaver Street in Waltham and fallen trees closing I-55 and U.S. 61 in Warren County as storms moved through on August 21–22, 2026. Emergency crews and law enforcement responded with bus reroutes, power lines down, and motorists urged to use caution, with no injuries reported in several incidents.

Which of the nine drives runs you?Quizie — QuizBeneath the personality is a motive. Twelve questions and the AI names the drive that's actually steering — and what it costs you.

The Rockefeller Christmas Tree Is Selected for Its 90th AnniversaryReporting — Nov 7, 2023The Rockefeller Christmas Tree was selected last week and will arrive in Rockefeller Center this weekend. The festive news was shared by News ABC7 NY as the start of the holiday season gets moving. The 80-foot tree…

Do You Have a 'Zombie Tree' in Your Yard? FL Woman Wishes She Knew Earlier How to Identify ThemReporting — Sep 19, 2022The experts call them “zombie trees.” And quite often, homeowners never know that what looks alive is dead inside until a tree comes crashing through the roof. That was the case on Tuesday in Daytona Beach, Florida…

Americans Turn To Fake Christmas Trees Despite Tariffs Hiking Prices — Dec 16, 2025Many Americans are embracing artificial Christmas trees this holiday season despite them potentially being priced higher due to tariffs, the Associated Press (AP) reported Tuesday. Prices for fake Christmas trees…

National Christmas Tree Toppled Near White HouseReporting — Nov 29, 2023The National Christmas tree was toppled due to excessive winds near the White House. According to WTOP News , the tree fell around 1 p.m. Tuesday. A National Parks Service spokesperson stated, “After assessing the…

ArborCraft Expands Tree Removal in MesaEnvironment — Aug 31, 2026Several tree-service firms have expanded or advanced their tree removal offerings in Mesa, AZ; Little Rock, AR; and Southwest Missouri, emphasizing safety, environmental considerations, and planning to protect nearby structures and landscapes. Initiatives include updated equipment and procedures, on-site inspections with tailored removal plans, and transparent practices such as free estimates and permit guidance to ensure responsible, well-planned removals.

NYPD Preparing for Pro-Palestinian Groups to Disrupt Lighting of Rockefeller Christmas TreeReporting — Nov 29, 2023The New York Police Department (NYPD) is preparing for pro-Palestinian groups to disrupt the annual lighting of the Rockefeller Christmas tree. A call to “flood the tree lighting” at Rockefeller Center in Manhattan was…

Wisconsin Rep. Expresses Outrage Over ‘Satanic’ Christmas Tree Museum DisplayReporting — Nov 27, 2023Wisconsin Rep. Mike Gallagher (R-Wis) is outraged over the state’s museum displaying a Christmas tree from a Satanic temple at its Christmas tree festival. On Sunday, Gallagher appeared on the Fox News’ “Sunday Morning…

Kenyan People Given Holiday to Help Plant 100 Million TreesReporting — Nov 15, 2023Kenyan officials have declared a special tree-planting holiday to meet their goal of planting 15 billion trees within the next decade. According to BBC News , the Kenyan government has made 150 million seedlings…

Siblings Face Charges for Allegedly Having One of Ohio's Largest Trees Cut Down Illegally; Remains Then Were Sold for LumberReporting — Mar 27, 2022Authorities have charged a brother and sister duo, accusing them of working together to have a historic black walnut tree cut down on public land near Cleveland. The tree, located in Cleveland Metropark’s Mill Stream…