Space weather scales are outdated and confusing. Here’s what NOAA scientists are doing about it.

NEW ORLEANS — Scientists continue to advance the process of updating the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration’s (NOAA) Space Weather Scales, with the next steps expected to be taken as early as this year. Just like there’s a classification system for hurricanes and tornadoes, space weather storms that develop and pose threats to Earth have … Read more

NFL Week 17 winners and losers from Saturday games: Joe Burrow grows MVP case; Sean Payton has confusing call

The Saturday NFL tripleheader did not disappointment in Week 17, thanks to the thrilling overtime victory the Cincinnati Bengals had over the Denver Broncos. In what essentially was a playoff game, the Bengals needed to win to keep their playoff hopes alive while the Broncos needed a win to clinch a playoff berth. The final … Read more