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Feb 03 2025ENVIRONMENT

Lizards' Hot Summer: How Habitats Affect Their Survival

Hot climates are not just for beach holidays for reptiles. For a lizard species in Argentina , like the L. cuyumhue, the type of habitat they call home is critical during hot summers. In Argentina, the lizard Liolaemus cuyumhue has to deal with rising temperatures. This does not just happen

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Feb 03 2025ENVIRONMENT

Plastic Pollution in the Deepest Part of the Mediterranean Sea: A Hidden Problem

The deepest parts of the ocean are like the last frontier for humans to explore. It is very difficult to get to these places, as it needs special equipment, expertise and money. In 2020, scientists went to the bottom of the Mediterranean. The team used a vehicle called the Limiting Factor and went t

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Feb 02 2025TECHNOLOGY

Surprise! Your Phone Now Has A Chat Bot

Recently, a Chinese company stunned many by achieving impressive AI results without using the most powerful chips. Imagine a world where your phone assistant understands your conversation without needing a supercomputer. That's exactly the breakthrough made by DeepSeek with their R1 model.

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Feb 02 2025EDUCATION

The surprising story behind tattoos and how you end up with one

Started decades ago tattoos have been prevalent in various forms but few people think about why they get one. Remember all those mysterious trends from our great grandparents trying to keep us away from getting a tattoo? . Like when you were young and your family warned you

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Feb 02 2025ENVIRONMENT

Smoke and Flame:A Big Problem at Martinez Refinery

On a Saturday afternoon in Martinez, a leak in a refinery led to a massive explosion and a huge fire. The fire burned fiercely and sent dark smoke across Martinez, Pacheco, and Clyde. The refinery is known for having a lot of problems, so maybe this shouldn't have been a surprise. Luckily, all emplo

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Feb 02 2025WEATHER

Bundle Up, Metro Vancouver! Snow's Coming This Weekend

This weekend, things are about to get frosty in Metro Vancouver. The weather experts are buzzing about a mix of snowy and chilly conditions headed our way. It isn't just flakes we're talking about—it's a real winter storm. We are talking big flurries and frigid cold. Aren'

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Feb 02 2025HEALTH

Supercharging Animal Health: The Power of Big Data in Vet Research

The world is getting a lot more complex, with issues like bioterrorism, climate change, and urbanization on the rise. All of these factors have led to the emergence of new diseases, especially in pets and farm animals. Pathogens are sneaking into new populations, causing issues with reproduction, pr

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Feb 01 2025HEALTH

Can Genes and Habits Influence Your Height?

Growing up, it can be tough to figure out if you will reach the height of your dreams. Some people believe that supplements can boost their height. But they might not understand that genes play a huge role in how tall we grow. Genes don't decide everything, though. Your environment, diet, exercise,

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Feb 01 2025ENVIRONMENT

Highland Park: A Green Haven For Wildlife

In the heart of Illinois, the city of Highland Park has been buzzing with excitement. It is the second city in the state to receive a special title from the National Wildlife Federation. This title is not a simple award; it's a recognition for becoming a top-notch habitat for local wildlife. See, th

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Jan 31 2025POLITICS

Doug Burgum: From Governor to Interior Boss

Doug Burgum, a former North Dakota governor, secured a new role as interior secretary. The confirmation came on a Thursday night. He's the guy that President Donald Trump picked to speed up the fossil fuel industry. The Senate agreed with a 79-18 vote. Most Senate Democrats and all Republicans backe

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