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Polar Bear Moms and Cubs Snuggle in Dens on International Polar Bear Day
Polar bear mothers and their cubs are snuggling together in dens across the Arctic right now. In the winter, the pregnant polar bear digs a small snow cave in a snowdrift. It’s just large enough for her to turn around. She waits for the snow to close the entrance tunnel. Her den is then completely…
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Are you drinking tiny plastic particles when you have bottled water?
According to recent research, the answer may be YES. Why are we just now finding out about tiny particles in bottled water? It’s because of a new technique for detecting these nanoparticles, which can infiltrate cells in our bodies. And because plastic likes to flake off, even into your bottled water. The best thing to…
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Delta Airlines to Replace Plastic Cups with Paper
With all the crazy things going on with airplane plugs or panels falling off mid-air, it’s nice to hear some good news from an airline! Delta – I admit my favorite airline and I’m a nervous flier – has announced that they are beginning to test new, more environmentally friendly cups for their flights. Even…
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California Condor Makes Comeback but Wind Power Seen as Threat
California Condors have made an inspiring comeback from near extinction, but worries remain about how many will be killed by wind power. A possible solution… make more birds? To help compensate for any birds that may be killed by their turbines, wind power company Avangrid Renewables wants to breed California Condors in captivity. If all…
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