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Scientists issue warning over explosive breeding of harmful creatures: 'An asymmetrical competitive situation'

A recent study of ocean life off the coast of Turkey has revealed that warmer Mediterranean temperatures are leading to an ...
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Widow makes incredible decision about family farm following husband's passing: 'It becomes more and more important'

The farmland could soon support owls, songbirds, and snakes native to the area. Bringing the land back toward its wild roots ...
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Woman shares brilliant hack using old toilet paper tubes: 'Always perfect'

If you're looking for a way to upcycle household waste and you're a gardener who starts seedlings, you can use old toilet ...
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Wealthy US official sparks backlash with absurd comments: 'I literally spit my coffee out'

A North Dakota Reddit community is pushing back on U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent after he claimed to understand the ...
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Homeowner shares photos after spotting unexpected yard visitors: 'Taking up residence'

One Redditor was surprised to find eastern hog-nosed snakes living in their yard — and other Redditors were envious.
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Gardener demonstrates brilliant hack using old cardboard boxes: 'It'll pay off'

One gardener showed how she used sheet mulching to create a weed barrier for garden beds, without using any chemicals.
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Solar panel subscriptions are helping Americans generate their own power without upfront costs — here's how they work

Solar panel subscriptions, such as Palmetto's LightReach leasing program, are helping Americans gain energy independence for $0 down.
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UK study reveals futuristic HVAC tech can halve home heating bills: 'The only credible, long-term option'

By using the HVAC Explorer, homeowners can affordably upgrade their HVAC systems and enjoy lease payments as low as $99 per ...
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Homeowner seeks unbiased advice after HVAC techs spread outdated appliance myth: 'Find an HVAC company that is knowledgable and honest'

Heat pumps pull heat from the outdoors — even when temperatures dip below freezing — and move it inside with far less energy than a traditional gas furnace. Because the system runs on electricity, you ...
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Experts sound the alarm after federal data shows gas stoves are becoming more expensive to use: 'Will be a severe economic crimp'

US households will continue to feel the pinch of high energy costs as gas prices are set to increase in the coming year.
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Homeowner warned after sharing photo of concerning scene in yard: 'I would get rid of it'

One homeowner's English ivy problem has prompted some grounding home maintenance advice from arborists in r/arborists.
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Officials issue PSA after South Carolina couple dies trying to heat home with generator — here's what you need to know to stay safe this winter

The Greenville News reported that two people in North Carolina's Anderson County died from carbon monoxide poisoning in December after using a generator to heat their home. In response to the incident ...