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There’s another habitable planet out there, just waiting for us to come and screw it up
It's not even in galaxy, far, far, away. It's orbiting Tau Ceti, a star that's a mere 12 light years from us
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Captive Myna bird put in solitary for cussing out zoo visitors
If we had a bird that could say “hello, good fortune, goodbye, screw you,” we’d be so thrilled we’d introduce it to everyone we know
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Squid have been committing mass suicide — and now we might know why
Squid have a habit of beaching themselves in droves. Scientists think they might finally be getting a handle on how it happens.
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This video of an eagle snatching a baby is so good we refuse to believe it’s fake
Stop being so cynical. There's no way this is fake, and here's why.
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Newtown: Tragedy, empathy, and growing our circle of concern
Our hearts are shattered by the tragedy at Newtown. Going forward, our empathy must extend out even further, to the children of the future.
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Apparently there’s such a thing as a fish tornado, and this is what it looks like
Fish tornadoes: They're real, and they're spectacular.
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How ExxonMobil may cause a civil war in Iraq
Seeking to drill in a disputed region controlled by Kurds, one battle has already erupted over fuel.
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Watch people light a frozen lake on fire
Better than lighting the methane coming out of your sink on fire.
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Farmers in Nepal double their crops through the magic of pee
It’s not just good for the crops -- it also reduces waste.
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Dogs come to help the grieving in Newtown
In Newtown, Conn., people have been shattered by grief. A group of sweet, adorable dogs have been brought in to ease their suffering.
