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Passerby shares photo of upsetting scene found near workplace: 'It's heartbreaking to see this'

The Reddit user, who worked near 24th Avenue and Robinson in Norman, revealed a photo showing dozens of disposable cups, plastic bags, and other debris floating in a creek. The area was near several ...
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Tesla's 'invisible' door handles face major government crackdown — plus, 3 more EV stories to know this week

A rash of fatalities has led to the Chinese's announcement of a ban on the "invisible" door handles popularized by Tesla.
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Gardener shares amusing video of unexpected backyard visitor: 'Wait until the end'

The video, which features metal music in the background, shows a hummingbird perched in a tree. It spends the first ten seconds of the video bobbing its body in time to the music, clearly enjoying the ...
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Chef urges people to eat rodents running wild in US region: 'Yummy yummy'

One chef revealed how he makes fried nutria, a large species of rodent that is invasive in his home state of Louisiana.
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Homeowner frustrated as thoughtless neighbor creates major disturbance: 'I've reported them to the city'

A single outdoor light shouldn't feel like a spotlight — but for one homeowner, a neighbor's always-on alley light has turned into a glaring nuisance. Frustrated with the "light of 2,000 suns," the ...
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Homeowner stunned after receiving $16,000 quote for basic AC repair: 'Does this sound even remotely accurate?'

The Redditor, who sought the help of a big-name company to diagnose their broken air conditioning unit, received a $16,000 quote for the work. The estimate covered replacements for the compressor and ...
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Government officials reveal concerning data after thousands apply for $1,200 instant rebates for e-bikes: '[We] faced an impatient public'

Washingtonians who left money on the table during an e-bike instant rebate program should have another chance in 2026.
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New government data reveals a concerning trend for America's staple foods: 'There's no easy fix'

Many factors contribute to grocery prices, and weather events such as droughts can affect the food supply chain for years, making it difficult to reverse the inflationary trend. "There's no easy fix," ...
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Homeowner sparks heated debate after considering 'zero cost' solar panel lease: 'Too good to be true?'

However, it’s crucial to remain conscientious while scouting for solar energy options for your home, and ensure that you don’t fall victim to misleading, overpriced, or even predatory solar plans.
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Plug-and-play off-grid tech is helping renters protect themselves from worsening power outages: 'It eliminates installation costs'

It's a plug-in, or plug-and-play, briefcase-sized unit that hooks into a standard wall outlet. From there, it maintains a steady charge from the grid or solar panels to provide days of automatic power ...
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New study reveals which ultra-efficient home tech could dramatically reduce homeowners' electric bills: 'Savings of about … $849 a year'

A new study revealed that a simple swap could collectively save British Columbians millions per year on electric bills.
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Solar installer gives expert breakdown of the fire risks of rooftop panels: 'You've all seen the headlines'

Industry experts are setting the record straight on the fire risks associated with home solar. Contrary to what many homeowners believe, solar panels do not necessarily increase the chance that a roof ...