At the end of 2024, Southern Appalachian Highlands Conservancy purchased 407 acres on the eastern edge of Great Smoky ...

Chris Morgan is a British-American ecologist, conservationist, filmmaker, TV host and podcaster. His stories from six continents have reached hundreds of millions of people worldwide as part of ...

The Smoky Mountains have long been a cherished destination for travelers who seek an escape into the wild Known for their breathtaking vistas lush biodiversity and serene atmosphere they offer an unma ...

The Great Smoky Mountains National Park in the US is famous for its annual synchronized firefly spectacle. But, you can witness this magical phenomenon in many other parts of the world, including ...

From deserts aglow like neon to lakes disappearing before your very eyes, these events are as singular as the landscapes that ...

Fireflies, also known as lightning bugs, are fascinating creatures that have captured the imaginations of people around the world. These luminescent beetles are not only a beautiful spectacle on warm ...

A popular smokehouse food business has announced it is opening its first dedicated restaurant. Smoky Sam’s BBQ has had a presence in the south of the island since striking up partnerships with ...

Millions of people enjoy Great Smoky Mountains National Park each year. Some enter the park one way and leave another, only to return later on the same day, making it somewhat difficult to ...

Pixxel's three Fireflies are currently the world's highest-resolution commercial-grade hyperspectral satellites.(Pixxel/X) The satellites of the startups - Pixxel and Digantara – were carried to ...

“With a 5-meter resolution attained for the first time in a hyperspectral spacecraft, Fireflies are six times sharper than the 30-meter standard of most existing hyperspectral satellites, capturing ...

In a statement, Pixxel said the 'Fireflies', currently the world's highest-resolution commercial-grade hyperspectral satellites, bring unprecedented precision to monitoring the planet and setting ...

However, multiple Great Smoky Mountains National Park roads remain closed due to snow and ice. Newfound Gap, a major road through the Smokies, reopened just before 9 a.m. Jan. 16, the park announced.