Is Washington state still in a drought after massive floods? What experts say

Much of Washington state was still “abnormally dry” or worse as of Thursday, Jan. 22, according to the U.S. Drought Monitor. Drought conditions are likely to remain throughout the 2026 crop season, ...
IEEE

Mixed-Defect Wafer Map Classification Using CapsNet-Based Models With Precise Scratch-Pattern Reconstruction

Abstract: Wafer maps of large-scale integration chips are matrices showing the defective chip position on a wafer. Determining defect patterns on wafer maps is crucial because these patterns indicate ...
KYMA

Warm, dry pattern continues with above-normal December temperatures

YUMA, Ariz. (KYMA) - Unseasonably warm and dry weather continues across the region this week, with temperatures well above normal for mid-December and little relief in sight. Monday afternoon highs ...
CNBC

Bitcoin is down nearly 30% from its record high — history shows that's normal

The price of bitcoin has fallen around 36% from its all-time high recently but data shows this is a regular occurrence in the history of the cryptocurrency. In the 2021 and 2017 bitcoin cycles, there ...
Newsweek

Map Shows States Already Hit by Double Normal Snowfall Before Winter Starts

Millions of Americans have already seen double their average snowfall for the period from September 30 through November 30, with data from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) ...
The Indianapolis Star

Indiana senators (sort of) voted on redistricting. How each member voted

The Indiana Senate held somewhat of proxy vote for redistricting during the ceremonial start of the 2026 legislative session Nov. 18, known as Organization Day. The vote was for a resolution that ...
SFGate

National weather pattern change set to arrive in California for Thanksgiving

Forecasters are warning irregular weather could be in store for California through Thanksgiving thanks to multiple atmospheric events, including La Niña. Temperatures across the state are predicted to ...
WFMJ

I-80 traffic patterns returning to normal for winter in Mercer County

OIL CITY, Pa. - Drivers on Interstate 80 in Mercer County can expect an easier drive soon as construction pauses for the winter, leading to the removal of temporary lane shifts. Pennsylvania ...
GameSpot

Fortnite Battle Royale Will Have 100 Players On A Big Map Again In Chapter 7

GameSpot may get a commission from retail offers. Fortnite Battle Royale will return to a more typical experience once the current Simpsons mini-season ends at the end of November, according to a blog ...
Forbes

How Mapping And Analytics Scaled A Single Clinic Into A National Business

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Cindy Elliott is director of business industry at Esri. What started as a single chiropractic clinic in Arizona is now the largest ...
Wicked Local

NOAA's 2025-26 winter forecast is in. Maps show what to expect from Massachusetts weather

Expect a slightly milder winter in most of Massachusetts this year, a federal weather report said. The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration said that for much of Massachusetts, save for a ...