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Homeowner stuns with before-and-after photos of massive yard transformation: 'The use of the logs is so genius'

Lawns full of native plants are financially beneficial because they don't require nearly as much water, which lowers monthly ...
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Researchers discover concerning change in birds' behavior: 'Likely to be constantly compromised'

Researchers found that loud sounds and bright lights from large cities are affecting birds' sleeping patterns.
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Energy firm unveils incredible project to turn 500 American rooftops into massive power plant: 'This is the quickest way to grid'

Solar technology firm SolarEdge and rooftop solar developer Solar Landscape are partnering to take advantage of a vast, ...
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Homeowner shares before-and-after photos after transforming awkward space on side of house: 'Perfect spot for a morning coffee'

One Redditor shared photos of their home upgrade on the r/GardeningUK subreddit to show how they thought big, regardless of ...
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Researchers develop extraordinary paint that can 'sweat' to keep buildings cool: 'A practical and long-term solution'

This nonstop demand for air conditioning means dirty fuels such as coal, oil, and gas are constantly being mined and burned.
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Companies achieve first-of-its-kind breakthrough that could squeeze more power out of used EV batteries: 'Setting new standards'

A new partnership has formed between two European companies to extract high-purity lithium hydroxide and other valuable ...
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Expert issues warning as great white sharks move into new territory: 'These nurseries are moving north'

For those who grew up watching Jaws, the sight of a fin slicing through the waves sparks an instinctive fear. This summer, ...
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PepsiCo under fire after being named worst contributor to major crisis — here's what you need to know

PepsiCo is on another list of a region's biggest plastic polluters — this time for the Indian Himalayan Region.
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Scientists make mind-blowing medical breakthrough using human waste: 'This can be done easily'

Researchers have developed engineered yeast that converts human waste into medical-grade material for tooth and bone implants ...
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Scientists make food breakthrough that sounds like something out of Willy Wonka: 'Artificial conversion'

Instead of growing sugarcane or sugar beets, which require massive amounts of land and water, the scientists used a new ...
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Shopper thrilled after unearthing premium goods at thrift store: 'What a score'

Shoppers on r/ThriftStoreHauls were amazed when one lucky customer found three pairs of Red Wing boots for just $14.99 each.
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Anglers compete for cash prizes by nabbing harmful fish from iconic river — here are the details

The Columbia River Invasive Species Fishout Derby is a 10-day fishing tournament with thousands of dollars' worth of prizes ...