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Ancient British farming craft returns as 2,500 farmers revive 1,300km of hedgerows for wildlife, floods
Farmers are witnessing a renaissance in ancient hedge laying techniques, breathing new life into this traditional practice. By leveraging government grants, these farmers are restoring mature hedgerows, which not only aid in flooding prevention but also significantly enhance biodiversity. This revived method serves as a crucial ally in capturing atmospheric carbon, thereby benefiting both the…
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Finland’s coast rises 1,730 acres yearly, but owners may not own new land
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Factory Ruins Become Park: smokestack becomes Rastin Observation Tower; three lakes surround trails
Mount Vernon’s Ariel-Foundation Park now spans 250 acres, blending industrial remnants with natural beauty. A historic smokestack, once part of a glass factory, now serves as an observation tower. Three large lakes were created from former gravel quarries, enhancing the landscape. Walking trails connect various park features and extend to other recreational networks. This adaptive…
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16-year-old Massachusetts student turns 3D-printer waste into $75,000 win
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Melbourne student Angus Liddell wins Young Citizen of the Year after $10K fundraiser
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TikTok reviewer’s viral Anime NYC visit gives indie creator 25,000 followers, sells out his comics
A TikTok comic reviewer’s visit to an overlooked booth at Anime NYC gave indie creator Dare a major boost. His video about Dare’s Yoruba-inspired comics, “Ori: Holder of the Heads” and “Etch”, received one million likes. The viral post brought about 25,000 new followers to Dare’s account and helped him sell out his available comic…
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England’s Raheem Sterling could face 2 years in prison after pleading guilty
Raheem Sterling’s career has hit another difficult moment after he was found guilty of dangerous driving following a May motorway crash. The former England star now faces a potentially significant punishment, with his football future already uncertain after being released by Feyenoord. At 31, Sterling must now navigate both the legal consequences and the search…
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New York covered 5 acres of Lake George with 700 mats; 97% clams died, but later spread to 27 sites
In 2011, Lake George took significant action against its invasive Asian clam issue by implementing a large-scale benthic barrier treatment, which successfully eliminated ninety-seven percent of clams in a five-acre area. However, by 2019, these clams made a comeback, with twenty-seven sites identified. Consequently, efforts have shifted to monitoring their spread and impact on the…
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Pittsburgh’s former steel mill site is transforming into hub for robotics, biotech, housing & parks
After decades of lying vacant, Pittsburgh’s former steel mill site Hazelwood Green is finally seeing major redevelopment. Since 2022, around 700,000 square feet has been developed or is under construction, including Carnegie Mellon’s robotics centre, Pitt’s BioForge facility, housing, parks and a football field. More technology, retail and housing projects are planned across the 178-acre…
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Who is Jonathan Hunter Kramer? Pennsylvania man arrested with rifle, 190 rounds of fire in alleged IS-inspired plot