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Officials propose disturbing new measures that could drive the world's most endangered marine mammal to extinction: 'A real threat to the future'

Mexican officials are considering scaling back key protections for the vaquita, the world’s most endangered marine mammal, in a move that conservationists warn could push the tiny porpoise to ...
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State Supreme Court rules on major law in dispute with HOA: 'Helps expand property owner protections overall'

The Missouri Supreme Court just issued a ruling in favor of energy-saving home installations for the state's homeowners.
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Officials take action against concerning buildings straining US water supply: 'This is ... major'

The New Orleans City Council has passed a year-long ban on data centers to address growing concerns over their environmental impact.
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Expert debunks false claim about hurricanes: 'Does not tell the full story'

One TikTok creator slammed the misleading claim that hurricanes aren't getting worse — and did it with scientific proof.
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Shopper sparks concern after sharing image of 'illegal' items for sale at local thrift store: 'A violation of federal law'

One thrift shopper was astonished to find that a thrift store was attempting to sell USPS' mailing boxes for $24.92.
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Gardener reveals simple hack using old cardboard boxes: 'You'll love it'

Rather than a raised bed with a bottom, Kylie is using a layer of cardboard directly over the dirt as a base for the garden ...
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Shopper calls out thrift store after making upsetting sighting in window: 'A noticeable increase'

A frustrated thrifter is sparking fresh outrage online after sharing a photo that captures the problem of thrift stores' ...
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Expert shares satisfying before-and-after photos of massive landscaping project: 'Fantastic work'

Invasive species' removal is important for the environment, as illustrated by these viral before-and-after photos.
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Kid Rock ignites backlash after details surface about his home: 'That's the saddest thing I've ever seen'

A Reddit user posted photos of what they described as Kid Rock's replica White House, in the hills of Nashville, built in 2023.
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Experts stunned after trail cameras capture images of elusive creatures in unexpected location: 'Growing diversity'

Camera traps help conservationists record species density, sizes, and locations without human interference. With this data, ...
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Officials celebrate ambitious project to solve century-long issue in crucial waterway: 'Every step we take is important'

In a major win for river conservation, a decade-long restoration project on the River Teign is showing incredible results for Atlantic salmon.
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Resident distraught over 'nightmare' ordeal with disruptive neighbors: 'We feel trapped'

The neighbors leave trash everywhere, including in the original poster's yard, and the neighbors' kids are disruptive. The OP said that they've destroyed trees and thrown trash from the OP's bins at ...