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5 times the prices at thrift stores left shoppers in total disbelief

Thrift shopping is usually a good and worthwhile experience. But every once in a while, that feeling sours when a thrift ...
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Small farmer fights back against massive company after crops are destroyed: 'It's a historic day'

A Belgian farmer is taking on TotalEnergies, seeking reparations for damages caused by climate-fueled extreme weather events.
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Trail camera captures rare photo of elusive creature not seen in 50 years: 'There's always a chance'

A trail camera set up by a civilian captured an image of a grizzly bear — an animal that hasn't been seen in the Custer Gallatin National Forest in over 50 years.
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Pet owner shares genius trick using old cardboard boxes: 'I've been wanting to do this'

One Reddit user shared a simple hack for turning cardboard boxes into DIY cat scratchers for donations to local shelters.
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Homeowner shares stunning before-and-after photos of garden transformation: 'So incredibly lovely'

One gardener shared their incredible lawn transformation, transitioning from a barren stone monoculture to a thriving garden.
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Researchers stunned after spotting unique creatures not seen in over 70 years — here's what's happening

The Atyopsis spinipes, or bamboo shrimp, was rediscovered in India after 72 years, with sightings in multiple locations.
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Resident sparks outrage with photo of 'nightmare' trend on city streets: 'Should be banned'

Vapes have exploded in popularity over the last few years, and with that popularity has come an increase in dangerous litter.
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Bicyclist 'shocked' after police officer serves them with court date over not locking up bike: 'We made eye contact'

One New York cyclist was shocked when police impounded their e-bike and issued a baffling ticket that they were determined to ...
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Home seller met with urgent warnings after sharing realtor's concerning advice: 'Don't let that realtor lie to you'

Some homebuyers, however, might not be aware of the effectiveness of home solar power. According to one Redditor, this became an issue when they were thinking about selling their home, which was ...
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Colorado residents sound alarm as 'dual-catastrophe' threats cause home insurance rates to skyrocket: 'It's a major crisis'

A report from CPR News detailed how Colorado's home insurance rates are continuing to increase due to elevated climate risks ...
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Officials issue warning about worsening crisis that could force thousands from their homes: 'It is happening now'

Liberia is under pressure from both sky and sea as massive downpours and rising sea levels displace thousands from their ...
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Experts issue warning as viral videos of massive snow storm circulate online: 'The last time we saw something like this was over 50 years ago'

More than 6 feet of snow blanketed the Russian port city of Petropavlovsk-Kamchatsky in mid-January, but AI-generated videos ...