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Chicago reversed its river in 1900 to divert sewage from Lake Michigan; 126 years later, it flows backwards
To combat outbreaks of disease linked to polluted drinking water, Chicago undertook an extraordinary engineering project to reverse its river’s flow. This initiative, aimed at diverting sewage from Lake Michigan, successfully bolstered public health over the decades. Despite facing legal struggles from neighboring Missouri and other states, the new river connection has inadvertently introduced fresh…
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Australia recovers 100% of silver from solar waste as tonnes of panels pile up by 2050
Australia is on track to confront a serious solar panel waste dilemma by 2050, estimated to include hundreds of tonnes of silver. Researchers have pioneered a novel process that efficiently retrieves nearly all silver from decommissioned solar cells. Utilizing a continuous flotation method that relies solely on water and air without toxic chemicals, this advance…
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In 2001, a guard saved 6 from the burning World Trade Center; 25 years later, they are trying to save him
A security guard who saved lives during 9/11 now battles kidney cancer. Dereck Lovell guided survivors through the South Tower’s smoke and flames. He is now awaiting a kidney transplant after his own kidneys were removed. Survivors he rescued are raising awareness for his urgent need. Lovell, who considers himself a job doer, is now…
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American flight attendant reveals why you should never eat off airplane’s tray tables
A flight attendant has warned passengers about dirty airplane tray tables. She stated that parents sometimes change babies’ diapers on these surfaces. This practice raises hygiene concerns for passengers eating and placing items there. The flight attendant avoids eating directly from tray tables and uses protective measures. Passengers are advised to clean tables and wash…
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160-year-old St Louis church survives fire, condemnations and legal battle as residents take over restoration
Once deemed condemned, a 160-year-old church in St. Louis has been granted a new lease on life following a legal battle. Thanks to the Soulard Restoration Group’s successful court order, rehabilitation efforts can now commence. The St. Louis Receivership Group will finance the repairs, while local advocates are determined to protect the historic site from…
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Brazil’s 200 million termite mounds have formed over 4,000 years from soil termites dug up
Millions of ancient termite mounds dot Brazil’s landscape, concealing a vast underground tunnel system. These structures, some nearly four thousand years old, represent immense ecosystem engineering by termites. The insects excavated extensive tunnels to access food in seasonally dry forests. This process created millions of evenly spaced cones over generations of work. The resulting pattern…
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Indian-origin woman shot dead by stalker in California; mother says ‘system failed her’
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Indian man jailed 27 years in Australia for fatal stabbing, faces deportation
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At 21, an Australian artist bought 25 acres in Tasmania; 18 months later a bushfire…
After a devastating bushfire, an Australian artist turned adversity into creativity by reconstructing her home from salvaged materials. Over several months, she gathered timber and metal sheets, crafting a self-sufficient cabin for just AU$7,000 to AU$10,000. The dwelling features off-grid systems powered by solar panels and rainwater tanks, presenting a viable low-cost housing option for…
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New Zealand built a power station which became the world’s first to use flash steam