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Ancient Bees Turned a Bone Graveyard Into a Cozy Home

Mihai Andrei, ZME Sci The floor of the Cueva de Mono, a cave in the Dominican Republic, is a gruesome graveyard. For thousands of years, it served as the dining room for a massive family of...

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Jeremy Lee’s recipe for almond, chocolate and prune tart

Marcona almonds from Spain, walnuts, dark chocolate, Agen prunes from France and a few decades of love go into this sumptuous, boozy frangipane tartA recipe box was rifled through, but, alas, much like shopping for a present last minute, nothing leapt to the fore. Out of the corner of an eye I spied…

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Rain transforms Iranian beach into striking red spectacle – video

Rainfall on Hormuz Island briefly transformed the coastline of its famed Red Beach into a striking natural scene this week, as soil flowed into the sea and turned the water shades of deep red. The beach is known for its vivid red sand and cliffs, created by high concentrations of iron oxide Continue…

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Gaza doctors use 3D tech to save limbs shattered by Israel from amputation

'Palestinian doctors are still creating, still resisting, still saving lives - one printed piece at a time.'

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‘Pretty birds and silly moos’: the women behind the Sex Discrimination Act

In the 50 years since equal rights for women were enshrined in UK law, the campaigners have been reduced to caricatures, or forgotten. But their struggle is worth rememberingCelia Brayfield was at her desk in the Femail section of the Daily Mail’s Fleet Street office when an editor called her over. …

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Learning through laughter at Quantum Carousel

Zulekha Samiullah and Hugh Barrett talk about the highlights from this year’s Quantum Carousel, a variety show for quantum physicists
The post Learning through laughter at Quantum Carousel appeared first on Physics World.

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From A for algebra to T for tariffs: Arabic words used in English speech

Arabic is spoken by more than 400 million people. Can you recognise these Arabic words that made their way into English?

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Ghana sends troops to aid hurricane-hit Jamaica

Ghana has sent a military contingent to assist with reconstruction and relief efforts in hurricane-hit Jamaica, following the destruction caused by Hurricane Melissa over a month ago. This marks the third time this year that Ghana has extended support to nations in crisis, after previously providing…

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The 10 best last-minute tech gifts you can buy for under $100

You don't have to break the bank to gift tech. Check out these fun and affordable gadgets for $100 or less, plus learn how you can save on them.

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What’s a green flash and how can I see one?

Have you ever seen the green flash from a setting sun? Learn how to see one here, plus how they appear, and enjoy some great photos and watch a video!
The post What’s a green flash and how can I see one? first appeared on EarthSky.

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The shortest day of the year is descending on the Northern Hemisphere. Here's what to know

Yes the darkest day of the year is here, but that means brighter days are ahead. Sunday is the shortest day of the year north of the equator, where the solstice marks the start of astronomical winter. It's the opposite in the Southern Hemisphere, where it is the longest day of the year and summer wi…

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Why west Cornwall is the perfect place to mark the winter solstice

With ancient standing stones and modern midwinter festivals, the West Penwith peninsula is a land of magic and mysteryThe light is fading fast as I stand inside Tregeseal stone circle near St Just. The granite stones of the circle are luminous in this sombre landscape, like pale, inquisitive ghosts …

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Will it be cold enough to snow this Christmas?

With the weather set to turn much colder for Christmas, will it be cold enough to snow? Chris Fawkes has a festive update.

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Thuma Classic Bed Frame Review: Functional Meets Fabulous

This fashionable favorite bed frame eliminates the need for tools during setup, instead using a Tetris-like stacking process

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New York City Set to Raise the Cap on Permits for Street Vendors

The legislation, which would make thousands more permits available, is part of a package of City Council bills aimed at helping the city’s vendors get on the right side of the law.

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NASA eClips STEM Student Ambassadors Shine at STEM Exploration Community Event

The 5th Annual Science, Technology, Engineering, & Mathematics (STEM) Exploration Community Event hosted by the Coastal Virginia STEM Hub and the NASA eClips Education Team from the National Institute of Aerospace Center for Integrative STEM Education (NIA-CISE) lit up the Professional Workforce Dev…

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King Charles pours 'perfect pint' at new brewery

King Charles visited a new Guinness brewery in London on his first visit since sharing "good news" about his cancer treatment.

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This Woman Is Saving New England’s Swallows, One Clay Nest at a Time

On a June Sunday morning in Rowe, Massachusetts, the local library’s spare chairs fill quickly for a talk about swallows. It’s aptly timed: Lately, a community debate has erupted over the fate of...

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Author James Clear shares how small changes can transform your life

Author and speaker James Clear says even small changes can help us get 1% better each day. The bestselling author is out with a new interactive guide, "The Atomic Habits Workbook," which includes journal prompts, guided templates and strategies for a healthier life. He joins "CBS Mornings" to discus…

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Family release video of Matilda at beach as aunt calls for 'happiness and love'

The aunt of the youngest victim of the Bondi shooting says those who are angry should "plant a seed of happiness" in their heart in memory of her niece Matilda..