Tottenham secured a 3-1 victory against Nottingham Forest in the Premier League, with Micky van de Ven scoring a superb goal and subs Rodrigo Bentancur and Pierre-Emile Hojbjerg making a difference. Forest's Chris Wood equalized before halftime, but Spurs responded with two quick goals in the second half. Timo Werner and James Maddison were influential, while Guglielmo Vicario made crucial saves. Van de Ven received a rating of 9, while Bentancur and Hojbjerg both scored 8 after coming on as substitutes.
The Indian giant squirrel, also known as the Malabar giant squirrel, is the world's largest squirrel species, found in forests and woodlands across central and southern India. Known for its colorful fur, these squirrels can grow up to 3 feet long and build nests high up in trees. Their solitary nature and colorful coats may help them camouflage in their forest habitat.
Warmer temperatures are driving the takeover of the world's forests by woody vines, threatening their role in storing carbon and cooling the atmosphere. A global study has identified tropical forests at low elevation as the most vulnerable, with mean annual temperatures above 27.8°C and reduced rainfall being key factors. The dominance of lianas, a type of woody vine, hinders forest recovery following disturbances and poses a threat to the global carbon sink. Efforts are underway to understand and manage the impact of these vines on forests and the environment.
A decade-long research project in Pennsylvania called the Deer-Forest Study is shedding light on the secret lives of white-tailed deer. The study, which has tracked over 1,200 deer across 100 square miles of Pennsylvania forest, aims to understand the behavior and impact of these animals on vegetation and soil. Researchers have made significant discoveries, including the interconnectedness between deer health and forest vegetation, as well as surprising behaviors such as deer giving birth in urban areas to avoid predators. The study also involves collaboration with hunters, who provide valuable insights into deer behavior during hunting season.
OJA (Organic and Joyful Architecture) has designed the Gallareta House, a boutique-scale tourist complex located in Patagonia, Argentina. The project consists of landscape cabins that blend into the native forest, with large windows that connect the interior spaces with the surrounding nature. The cabins are built on a steep slope and offer views of Lake Correntoso. The exterior of the cabins features the ancient Japanese technique of "Shou Sugi Ban," which involves burning the first layer of wooden planks to create a unique texture. Inside, the cabins are coated with Guatambú wood, creating a spacious and monolithic appearance.
Grimaldi - Nacht arquitectos has designed Casa Plaza, a residential project located in San Carlos de Bariloche, Argentina. The project is inspired by Inca cities and features four volumes arranged along the mountain slope, connected by a large square. The house is supported on piles to avoid tree felling and regulate privacy. The project provides flexible spaces for recreational and use programs, both interior and exterior, and uses sustainable materials from protected forests.
Halo Infinite Season 4 introduces two new multiplayer maps, Scarr and Forest, with unique features and gameplay dynamics. Scarr is a Banished mining facility with a volcanic setting, while Forest is an arena map set in an ancient temple complex. The maps offer storytelling elements and opportunities for players to explore and learn. The Quantum Translocator is a new equipment arriving in Season 4 that adds interesting dynamics to traversal. Infection on Forest is a fun mode to play, and the maps have been reworked for a more bespoke experience. Players should keep their eyes open for Easter eggs and secrets on the maps.
A large wildfire southeast of Grayling, Michigan, was ignited by a campfire on private property, burning 2,400 acres before firefighters contained more than 90% of the blaze. The wildfire happened in the heart of Crawford County’s jack pine forestland, an ecosystem at high risk for wildfire because of the dry conditions of jack pine stands. Dangerous fire risk conditions are expected to continue this week in the Grayling area and across the state. Locals are concerned about continued and future fire risk across the community, especially with the clear cutting of hardwood forests and replacing them with red pine plantations, another fire-prone species highly valued in the forestry industry as building material.
