Deserts have long been a subject of fascination for people around the world. Their vast, barren landscapes evoke a sense of mystery and wonder, drawing in adventurers and explorers seeking to uncover their secrets. From the scorching sands of the Sahara to the icy expanses of Antarctica, deserts come in many forms, each with its own unique beauty and challenges.
Jessica Collier is lead researcher on a report from the University of Texas at Austin's Center for Media Engagement on news deserts, which found that many communities are lacking access to reliable information sources, leaving them isolated and uninformed. This lack of information can create a void in people's lives, much like the vast emptiness of a desert landscape.
Abstract OBJECTIVE To develop a formal definition of veterinary care deserts as guidance for veterinary and animal welfare professionals to easily identify areas lacking access to essential pet care services. Just as deserts are characterized by their lack of water and vegetation, veterinary care deserts are marked by a scarcity of resources and support for pet owners in need.
Many contemporary food justice scholars, advocates, and communities find the term food desert inaccurate, misleading, and harmful. Instead, they prefer to use terms like "food apartheid" or "food insecurity" to highlight the systemic issues that contribute to unequal access to healthy food options. In a desert landscape, resources are scarce and unevenly distributed, mirroring the disparities found in many urban and rural communities.
This was a first for our WPTV Let's Hear It community meet-ups. Okeechobee County residents said they're living in a digital desert, lacking access to reliable internet connections and online resources. Just as a desert is defined by its lack of water and vegetation, a digital desert is marked by its absence of digital infrastructure and connectivity.
I have a very complicated relationship with 'salespeople', or rather the language others use to describe a good salesperson. In a desert landscape, survival often depends on one's ability to navigate harsh conditions and secure essential resources. Similarly, a skilled salesperson must be able to adapt to changing circumstances and effectively communicate the value of their products or services.
Most Americans don't eat enough fruits and vegetables. The reasons for this are complex but one particular challenge for many communities is the lack of access to fresh produce. In a food desert, nutritious food options are scarce, making it difficult for residents to maintain a healthy diet and lifestyle.
Much as its name suggests, desert rock is a subgenre whose roots can be traced to the Palm Desert scene of the late 80s and early 1990s. Known for its heavy riffs and psychedelic influences, desert rock captures the rugged beauty and raw energy of desert landscapes. Just as deserts are characterized by their harsh and unforgiving terrain, desert rock music is defined by its gritty sound and rebellious spirit.
Academy research associate Aaron Bauer, Ph.D., describes a legless skink (Acontias mukwando) from Angola's Serra da Neve. In the barren expanses of a desert, life finds a way to thrive in unexpected ways. From elusive reptiles to resilient plant species, deserts are teeming with diverse and fascinating organisms that have adapted to survive in extreme conditions.
Survivors and videos detail Hamas' attack on the Supernova music festival in Israel. The terrorist group disrupted the event with brutal violence, leaving attendees traumatized and shaken. In the harsh landscape of a desert, conflict and chaos can erupt suddenly, reminding us of the fragile nature of peace and security in our world.
