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cool stuff
Happy Earth Day, Oregon! Let’s spend billions widening freeways!
Despite legal pledges to reduce greenhouse gases to address climate change, Oregon’s transportation greenhouse gas emissions are going up, not down....
cityobservatory.org
- 30+ days ago
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space
‘City-killer’ asteroid won’t hit Earth in 2032, but don’t worry— another threat is looming
We could experience a rock market crash. Asteroid 2024 YR4 won’t hit Earth in December 2032, but that doesn’t mean we’re out of the...
nypost.com
- 30+ days ago
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beauty
I Gave My Fiancé My Valentine’s Day Wishlist, With Unexpected Gifts Starting at $ 20
Including supermodel-loved sneakers and romantic perfumes. Roses are red, violets are blue. I can’t wait for gifts, how about you? I’m only kidding,...
instyle.com
- 30+ days ago
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innovation
Rethinking AI: DeepSeek’s playbook shakes up the high-spend, high-compute paradigm
When DeepSeek released its R1 model this January, it wasn’t just another AI announcement. It was a watershed moment that sent shockwaves through the...
venturebeat.com
- 8 days ago
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technology
Israeli public prefers faster earthquake warnings—even at the cost of lower accuracy, study reveals
Israel's national earthquake warning system, "Truaa," which became operational in 2022, has positioned the country alongside other advanced nations...
phys.org
- 30+ days ago
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crafting
Eco-Craft Fun: 25+ Sustainable Activities to Teach Kids About Going Green – Recycled Crafts
Let’s talk about eco-crafts — the fun, hands-on way to teach kids about recycling, sustainability, and caring for our planet! Whether you’re prepping...
craftgossip.com
- 30+ days ago
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architecture
The $ 3.2BN 'smart city of future' has buildings that are all 7 stories high
Countries worldwide are investing billions to develop future cities, motivated by global challenges such as the housing crisis and climate change....
themirror.com
- 30+ days ago
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technology
Armored Venus lander crashes to Earth after 53 years in orbit
A potentially destructive Soviet Venus lander that was lost in space for over half a century has reentered the Earth's atmosphere. Tracked by various...
newatlas.com
- 30+ days ago
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technology
The world’s biggest space-based radar will measure Earth’s forests from orbit
The Biomass mission will use a long-forbidden part of the radio spectrum to see how much carbon forests capture. Forests are the second-largest carbon...
technologyreview.com
- 30+ days ago
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nature
Earth breaches 1.5 °C climate limit for the first time : what does it mean?
The threshold has been exceeded for only one year so far, but humanity is nearing the end of what many thought was a ‘safe zone’...
nature.com
- 30+ days ago
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books
A Short Holiday Season Yields Happy Returns for Booksellers
A holiday season that started later than usual gathered steam in December, resulting in a strong finish to 2024 for many independent bookstores....
publishersweekly.com
- 30+ days ago
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education
Senate Democrats unveil 5-part tax plan to solve WA’s multi-billion-dollar budget problem
As Washington faces a budget gap somewhere in the multi-billions, state lawmakers have brainstormed ways to close it. Two days after receiving a...
theolympian.com
- 30+ days ago
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how-to
How to prepare for Lunar New Year: What to do and buy
Happy New Year! May good blessings happen for you! In Mandarin, people say, Xin Nian Kau Le, Gong Xi Fa Cai! Or in Cantonese, it's...
nbcbayarea.com
- 30+ days ago
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science
Why Is The Ocean Salty But Lakes Aren't?
Roughly 71% of the Earth's surface is covered in water, but not all of it is created equal. The fresh water we need for survival accounts...
sciencing.com
- 30+ days ago
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interior design
The Easiest Way To Refresh Your Home Without Spending Any Money
There's an easy way to refresh your home's whole vibe with minimal effort, and you won't spend a single dollar. All you need is some...
hunker.com
- 30+ days ago
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business
American Express profit rises in Q3 as card members continue to spend
NEW YORK (AP) — American Express’ third-quarter profit topped analysts’ expectations as the credit card company’s cardholders continue to spend, with many holding a balance....
apnews.com
- 30+ days ago
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business
Pet ownership is up. So is consumer spending on dogs, cats for the holidays.
Annie Miller is a 25-year-old high school art teacher. But she's also the self-professed dog mom to her 4-year-old mini goldendoodle named Norman. Miller, who...
usatoday.com
- 30+ days ago
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auto
Suzuki halts Swift production in Japan as China curbs rare earth exports
Japanese automaker Suzuki Motor has suspended production of most of its Swift compact car models at its domestic plants due to a shortage of parts...
business-standard.com
- 17 days ago
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space
How to Debate a Flat-Earther
The problem with debating a flat-Earther is that they didn’t arrive at their conclusions from the weight evidence, so using the evidence isn’t...
universetoday.com
- 30+ days ago
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food & drink
We Taste-Tested 12 Buttermilk Pancake Mixes—Here Are Our Favorites
After tasting our way through the 12 buttermilk pancake mixes, we found a winner we'd be happy to whip up at home. My Sunday mornings are...
seriouseats.com
- 30+ days ago
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gaming
Star Wars fans hyped by Luke Skywalker's surprise return: 'I'm super happy'
Star Wars icon Luke Skywalker is making a triumphant return and fans of a galaxy, far, far away are super happy. It’s no secret...
gamingbible.com
- 30+ days ago
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diy
How to Use Diatomaceous Earth for Natural Pest Control, Both Indoors and In the Garden
If you’re interested in a more natural, less toxic approach to pest control, allow us to introduce you to the wonders of diatomaceous earth....
aol.com
- 4 days ago
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science
Northern California earthquake prompts an endangered Death Valley fish species to get busy
Powerful earthquakes like the one felt last week across Northern California are stark reminders for people to plan—perhaps to fortify their home or...
phys.org
- 30+ days ago
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books
17 new books our critics can't wait to read this summer
With summer — and some welcome down time — on the horizon, we have just the thing to help you spend those hours by the pool, at...
npr.org
- 30+ days ago
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technology
A Week In National Capital Region On A $ 241,000 Joint Income
Welcome to Money Diaries where we are tackling the ever-present taboo that is money. We’re asking real people how they spend their hard-earned money...
refinery29.com
- 30+ days ago
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self improvement
Start Right with Chickens: the Basics for Beginners. – Mother Earth News
It’s never been easier to pick up new skills to boost your independence and keep more money in your wallet while you’re at...
motherearthnews.com
- 30+ days ago
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