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US professor faces possible termination after ‘word salad’ remark during faculty meeting sparks discrimination probe
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Scottish athlete won her country a medal at the Commonwealth Games, but had to return to her McDonald’s job days later
Scottish judoka Summer Shaw made headlines by winning a bronze medal at the Commonwealth Games, only to head back to her part-time McDonald’s job to make ends meet for her sporting endeavors. Her engaging TikTok video on the matter caught widespread interest, highlighting her need for further financial support. Eager for sponsorship, she dreams of…
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In 1900, JP Morgan bought 117 acres for daughter’s wedding; land later went to Acadia National Park
A stretch of Maine coastline that was once part of a wealthy family’s private summer estate is now open to visitors as part of Acadia National Park. The land was donated in 1949 by Eleanor Morgan Satterlee in memory of her mother, Louisa, after the family property was badly damaged in the 1947 fire.
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Meet Iris Shen, the 17-year-old Texas student who tested potential blood-cancer drugs in clams and her research won $150,000
A talented teen from Texas, Iris Shen, has triumphed in a renowned science contest with her groundbreaking research. By investigating a potential cancer treatment using clams, she discovered that these creatures exhibit effects akin to human cells. Her innovative work highlights marine bivalves as a viable and ethical alternative for animal testing, directly tackling the…
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Invasive Argentine ants are defending other pests in California, troubling farmers and leaving natives hungry
Invasive Argentine ants have formed a unique symbiotic relationship with sap-feeding insects, creating challenges for citrus groves and vineyards. First spotted in the U.S. in 1891, their expansion is aided by California’s favorable climate and human activity. To effectively manage the situation, it’s crucial to tackle both the ant populations and their pest partners as…
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She lost a grandson and dozens of guinea pigs; today, she cares for nearly 400
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Florida turns 324-foot tanker into an underwater casino reef
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Four medaka fish flew into space in 1994; 43 eggs were laid and eight baby fish hatched
Astronaut Chiaki Mukai took four medaka fish into space in July 1994 as part of an experiment to study reproduction in microgravity. The fish laid eggs during the mission, with eight of 43 identified eggs hatching in space. After returning to Earth, the adult fish gradually recovered, while the young “space medaka” continued to grow…
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Ohio home built entirely underground hits the market for $850,000 with a grass-covered roof
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Mexico brings back bison 160 years after extinction; 47 animals are restoring the ecosystem
After an absence of 160 years, American bison have made a remarkable comeback to Coahuila, Mexico. These majestic animals have become vital ecosystem engineers, actively rejuvenating worn-out landscapes. Their presence enhances soil quality and promotes water absorption in the dry terrain. Additionally, this return facilitates the resurgence of native predators and other wildlife, reflecting a…