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The article looks at efforts to reform weather forecasting methods in the U.S. in an effort to better predict weather patterns, protect businesses, and prevent loss of life. It cites the erroneous forecasting of Superstorm Sandy in 2012 by U.S. weather models as a motivating factor for improving processes. Topics covered include the FV3 weather forecast model, the work of National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration scientist Shian-Jiann Lin, and disaster preparedness.

The article reports on the tornado that killed 23 people in Lee County, Alabama, on March 3, 2019. Topics include the proportion of casualties from those living in mobile homes, research done by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration’s National Severe Storms Laboratory (NSSL), and the science of predicting tornadoes.

The article reports on the plan to redesign the U.S.' weather forecasting system with an aim to save more lives and properties. Also cited are the key role played by meteorology in public safety, economic growth, agriculture, and emerging industries like self-driving cars and delivery drones, the number of weather-related deaths based on data from the National Weather Service (NWS), and the next-generation forecast model designed by scientist Shian-Jiann Lin and his team.

The article presents an interview with actor Benedict Cumberbatch who discusses his role as mathematician Alan Turing in the film "The Imitation Game," his portrayal of geniuses in film such as Turing and Khan in "Star Trek Into Darkness," and the role of rebelliousness in society.

In this article, the author reflects upon license plates in the U.S., dealing with topics including how they are an expression of American federalism, the design of New Hampshire's license plates, and insights on the topic from the designer Luke Hayman.

The article describes the automobile license plates in the U.S.