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US Confirms First Severe Human Case Of Bird Flu
The US has reported its first severe human case of bird flu ..A resident in Louisiana was hospitalised in a critical condition after suspected contact with an infected backyard flock.
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BREAKING: Donald Trump Makes Triumphant Return to Washington, Addresses Party Members
Donald Trump returns to Washington following his victory, holding meetings with President Biden and key GOP lawmakers to discuss pivotal issues and the future of American politics.
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California climate concern: Governor calls emergency session to shield policies
US media are reporting Trump's transition team is preparing executive orders to withdraw from the Paris climate agreement.
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California: Ferocious Wildfires Force Californians To Evacuate As Homes and Buildings Burn
Ferocious wildfires force Californians to evacuate as homes and buildings burn
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Weather Changes
“Weather Changes” examines how climate and landforms affect the weather conditions, job availability, and commercially produced food in several regions of the United States.
The Daily Conversation
Solving Climate Change with Research, Development, and Civic Action
To fight climate change, countries need to support research, recruit science experts, and help companies develop clean technology through partnerships and government programs. Citizens also play an important role by staying involved in...
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How to De-Carbonize Methane, Cement, and Industry
Making things like cement, steel, and chemicals uses a lot of energy and is one of the hardest parts of the economy to clean up. A big problem is that about half the energy is wasted as heat, but better factory design and using things...
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How Governments Encourage Renewable Energy and Electric Vehicles
Burning coal and natural gas to make electricity causes the most pollution globally, but policies like feed-in tariffs and renewable energy standards help encourage the switch to wind and solar. Texas has been successful in growing clean...
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How Clever Urban Design & Transit Cut CO2 Emissions
One of the best ways to cut pollution from transportation is to make cities easier to walk or bike in and to improve public transit, like Bus Rapid Transit (BRT), which is cheaper than building subways and still very effective. Cities...
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Global Temperatures are Rising at Unprecedented Speed
Scientists know that greenhouse gases from human activities are warming the Earth and causing major changes in the environment. Dr. Jennifer Francis explains that for thousands of years, Earth’s temperature was mostly stable due to...
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Exploring Carbon Pricing Methods
California’s cap-and-trade program is seen as the most successful way to put a price on carbon in the world. It uses a market system where companies buy and sell permits to pollute, but there's a minimum price to keep costs from dropping...
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The Earthquake-Tsunami Disaster that Threatens the Pacific Northwest
A massive earthquake is expected to hit the Pacific Northwest at some point, due to the Cascadia Subduction Zone. This 9.2 magnitude quake could trigger a huge tsunami and destroy major cities like Seattle, collapsing buildings, roads,...
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The Future of Farming
By 2050, the world’s population will reach nearly 10 billion, so we’ll need to produce twice as much food. New farming technologies like robot harvesters, drones, sensors, lab-grown meat, and genetically modified crops are helping...
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The Future of Ocean Exploration
Deep sea mining, seafloor vents, underwater drones, bioluminescent sharks, and the disturbing effects of ocean acidification highlight the near future of oceanographic discovery.
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World's 10 Most Prosperous Countries
The top ten countries on the prosperity index, determined by rankings across nine key categories: Economic Quality, Natural Environment, Health, Social Capital, Personal Freedom, Safety and Security, Education, Governance, and Business...
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Why the Michael Flynn Scandal is a Threat to US Democracy
The Russian scandal swirling around President Donald Trump makes one thing clear: we have entered one of the most pivotal moments in the history of our Republic. Michael Flynn — Trump’s now-disgraced former National Security Advisor — is...
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World's 10 Most Generous Countries
The top ten countries on the World Giving Index, determined by a worldwide poll of three factors: helping a stranger, donating money, and volunteering. A study by the Charities Aid Foundation.
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The Evolution of World Democracy: an Infographic Time-Lapse
The 200-year history of democracy, told through an animated time-lapsed map showing how government systems have evolved over time.
Bedtime History
The Amelia Earhart Story
Meet Amelia Earhart, the daring pilot who made history by flying higher, farther, and braver than anyone thought possible. In this short and easy-to-understand video, you’ll learn about her childhood dreams, her record-breaking flights,...
Bedtime History
Hoover Dam | Arizona & Nevada
Discover the incredible history and engineering behind the Hoover Dam in this short and informative video. Learn how this massive concrete structure was built during the Great Depression and why it remains one of the most famous dams in...
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History of Yosemite National Park
Yosemite is one of America’s most beautiful national parks—but it also has a rich history! In this episode, we’ll learn about the Native American tribes who lived in the Yosemite Valley for thousands of years. We’ll also discover how...
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California Gold Rush Explained
Discover the story of the California Gold Rush—when thousands of people rushed west in search of gold and a better life. This easy-to-understand video explains how it all started, what life was like for miners, and how the Gold Rush...
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How to buy your first home in New York, LA, and other high-cost areas
If you want to buy a home as a first-timer in a high-cost market like New York, Honolulu or any of California's metro areas, you might be intimidated by what’s involved.These strategies can help you figure out how to afford your first home.
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The Inflation Crisis of 2022: Causes and Consequences
The inflation crisis of 2022 happened because of several reasons, like people wanting to buy more things, problems with shipping and supplies, more people working from home, and the war between Russia and Ukraine. These issues made...