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Government task force cracks down on illegal substance trail cropping up in US shops: 'We are taking decisive action to … disrupt criminal networks'

Federal authorities removed over 2.3 million dangerous vape products from stores across the United States last week.
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Groundbreaking study reveals how coal is costing Americans millions: 'Reflects the ongoing poor economics of coal plants'

There are major companies out there that seem to exist only to exploit the average ratepayer to protect their favorite coal ...
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Officials unveil ambitious plans to create permanent home for 12,000 koalas: 'Has been a dream for more than a decade'

The government of New South Wales made a once-in-a-lifetime decision to protect koalas in the Great Koala National Park.
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Farmers issue warning as unexpected crisis threatens livelihoods: 'Concerning'

While weather has always been unpredictable, scientists agree that human-driven warming is making extreme conditions like ...
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Insurance companies hit with massive penalties for mistreating homeowners: 'We are committed to holding them accountable'

The Florida Office of Insurance Regulation fined insurance companies over $2 million for mishandling policyholders' claims ...
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Unbelievable video shows reckless parents letting toddler try to ride on back of dangerous animal: 'What parent does this?'

A viral video of a dangerous sea lion encounter has sparked outrage, with viewers slamming the toddler's parents for allowing ...
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Baby raccoon named Bub goes viral after harrowing journey: 'He symbolized a lot of what people are feeling right now'

When a baby raccoon was rescued in Belchertown, Mass., the viral sensation that followed helped raise awareness about ...
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Farmers discover unexpected method to boost profits on their land: 'There is a lot of interest'

A recent caucus hosted by Olds' College in Alberta brought together about 60 participants to discuss agrivoltaics.
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Researchers achieve 'crucial' milestone in effort to create limitless energy device: 'Precisely the right tool at the right time'

Scientists developed a new model to aid in designing more efficient fusion reactors, a crucial step in harnessing ...
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Officials make disturbing discovery after busting trafficking ring: 'Carried out through meticulous investigation'

"The operation was carried out through meticulous investigation and intelligence gathering," an official statement from the ...
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Researchers discover rare species in remote mountains after more than 100 years of absence: 'A second chance'

One rare orchid that was presumed extinct has been rediscovered in Sri Lanka, thanks to social media and citizen science.