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Humans have become a geological force driving mass extinction
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One species is reshaping climate, chemistry, and habitat fast enough to match past planetary die-offs.
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Genes last; bodies are machines built to copy them
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Dawkins’s gene-level math explains costly help, restrained fights, and sex conflict better than any story about helping the species.
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Diamond argues geography, not race, set who conquered whom
Books
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Diamond’s case that wild species and continental shape—not smarter minds—built the conquest gap is for anyone who wants deep causes of inequality without racial myths.
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Racine Zoo Welcomes Third Hartmann’s Foal, First Female
Lifestyle
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The Racine Zoo welcomed its first female Hartmann’s mountain zebra foal, born to Promise and Obi. The birth supports conservation of the vulnerable species, and the public can vote on the unnamed foal’s name before her planned introduction to visitors.
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Jared Kim
First female foal is exciting. Can't wait to see her when she's ready for visitors.
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DOJ Issues Nearly A Dozen Subpoenas In Immigration Probe Against Ilhan Omar; Includes Members Of Her Family
Nicole Silverio · 3 min · 1h
Scientists identify new penguin species after century
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— Sep 27, 2026
Genomic analysis has revealed that gentoo penguins comprise four distinct species, including the newly identified southeastern gentoo, Pygoscelis kerguelensis, on the remote Kerguelen Islands—the first penguin species newly named in more than a century. Researchers warn that three of the four species could face severe habitat loss, underscoring conservation risks that may be obscured when the penguins are treated as one species.
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AP Top 25 College Football Teams
Ranking
College football fans argue endlessly over which programs deserve the top spots in the AP Poll based on wins, schedule strength, and legacy.
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Researchers Find Two New Salish Sea Spider Species
Science
— Sep 25, 2026
Researchers identified two previously unknown sea spider species in the Salish Sea, the first new species documented there in nearly a century. One has red eyes and spiny, hairlike legs, while the other was named for a nearby ancient Indigenous village; the findings add to scientists’ understanding of the region’s poorly documented marine life.
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North Carolina Zoo Plans Asia Exhibit Opening in 2027
Environment
— Oct 5, 2026
The North Carolina Zoo’s 12.5-acre Asia expansion is set to open March 1, 2027, marking its first major development in more than 30 years. It will add nearly 50 species, including endangered animals, alongside new habitats and botanical features.
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183,000 Aldabra Tortoises Outnumber Seychelles Residents
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— Oct 7, 2026
A new survey estimates nearly 183,000 Aldabra giant tortoises live on Seychelles’ Aldabra Atoll—more than the country’s human population and a major recovery from fewer than 1,000 in the 19th century. Researchers say improved counting methods explain part of the increase, while conservation protections have supported the population’s recovery; drought, rising seas and invasive species remain threats.
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Hundreds of smuggled animals seized in Miami, Sicily
World
— Oct 5, 2026
A U.S. legal permanent resident arriving from Cuba was arrested at Miami International Airport after authorities found 10 live birds concealed in tubes sewn into his underwear. Separately, Italian authorities intercepted a Maltese man allegedly transporting 300 tortoises and 77 parrots in a car to Malta; 76 parrots were protected species, and the man faces charges related to animal welfare and wildlife-trade violations.
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The Conservative Desk
Goliath death puts Georgia’s ride inspectors to the test
A teacher’s fatal ejection from Six Flags’ Goliath forces a hard look at state inspection duty, park accountability, and the safety ordinary families expect before they board.
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Scientists Identify First New Cat Species in Century
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— Sep 17, 2026
Genetic analysis across South America identifies Leopardus tilcayo, a small Tilcayo tiger cat from Bolivia, as a distinct new species—the first to be named in about a century—and notes a broader reclassification that recognizes five tiger-cat species in the region, including a subspecies of L. tigrinus called antisuyo. The findings underscore biodiversity in the tiger-cat group amid conservation concerns and clarify the long-contested cat family tree.
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Tom Gallagher
The split into five tiger-cat species should help target conservation better, but it also shows how fragile these small populations really are.
Trump administration directs wildlife agency to ignore accidental species deaths
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— Sep 17, 2026
USFWS Director Nesvik’s Sept. 14 memo limits unlawful “take” to intentional harm, writing that felling a tree is not a take of roosting bats unless done to kill or capture them.
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Derek Foss
Focusing enforcement on intent should reduce pointless lawsuits against regular property owners.
Most Influential Women in World History
Yourlist
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From ancient queens who ruled empires to modern activists who changed laws, these women left indelible marks on politics, science, and culture. Vote for who you think shaped history most profoundly.
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U.S. Dam Removals Aim to Restore Salmon
Environment
— Sep 15, 2026
Across the West and Northeast, dam removals and fish-passage projects are reshaping ecosystems and restoring fish populations, driven by Indigenous groups, conservationists, and government agencies. Examples include the Elwha and Klamath dam removals, Narraguagus River restoration in Maine for Atlantic salmon, the Issaquah Creek hatchery in Washington, and the Snake River juvenile fish transport program to safeguard endangered species.
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Education Employers Seek Staff Across Five Communities
Lifestyle
— 6d
Education employers in Plano, Maine, Yorba Linda, Phoenix and Pueblo are recruiting for a wide range of roles, including classroom teachers, literacy and special-education specialists, instructional aides, preschool staff and adult-learning instructors. Some openings also span specialized training, fitness and other teaching fields; applicants should check each employer’s requirements and current availability.
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Sarkisian Keeps Texas Play-Calling, Special Teams Roles
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Texas lost 27-24 to Oklahoma after offensive mistakes and another costly special-teams failure, intensifying scrutiny of Steve Sarkisian’s play-calling and special-teams coaching. Sarkisian rejected the idea of changing either role, while acknowledging the team must improve and expressing confidence it can address its problems.
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EXCLUSIVE: Trump DOJ Launches Probe Into New Jersey City Over ‘Egregious’ Firearm Permit Process
Harold Hutchison · 3 min · 1h
Connecticut directs millions toward student support programs
Politics
— Oct 5, 2026
Connecticut is facing rising special-education enrollment and costs, prompting officials to weigh how funding is targeted and whether current investments are improving support for students with disabilities. The state also received a $4.7 million federal grant to expand special-education and early-intervention teacher apprenticeships amid a statewide staffing shortage.
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Toy Story vs Shrek
Yourlist
— VS Battle
The toy box vs the swamp: two animation revolutions, one inevitable playground argument.
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Albuquerque Fiesta Holds Special Shapes Rodeo
Lifestyle
— Oct 7, 2026
Balloon festivals in Albuquerque and Japan are showcasing mass ascensions, international pilots, special-shaped balloons and evening glow events, with flights subject to weather. Albuquerque’s program also features a first: Jonathan Trappe’s planned flight using a 94-balloon helium cluster.
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Healthcare Companies Seek Sales Leaders Across Southwest
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Alfasigma and its subsidiary Intercept Pharmaceuticals are hiring Territory Business Managers to grow sales in the U.S. gastrointestinal and liver-health market, build physician relationships and coordinate market-access efforts. Both roles call for specialty-sales experience, a bachelor’s degree and substantial travel within the territory.
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Universal Orlando plans Blumhouse horror-show return
Entertainment
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Universal Orlando is revamping its long-running Horror Make-Up Show as “Universal Horror Make-Up Show Featuring Blumhouse,” showcasing special-effects artistry from classic Universal monsters to modern horror. The show has been closed since May 2026; a reopening date has not been announced, though Universal previously said it was expected to return by the end of the year.
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Eight-Player Football Playoff Brackets Released
Sports
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Wisconsin’s eight-player high school football playoff brackets are set, while Washington teams prepare for key Friday matchups, including unbeaten Eastmont and Selah. Separately, FantasyLabs introduced a simulation-based NFL DFS lineup tool, and a quiz tests knowledge of offensive and special-teams roles.
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Four agreements can replace the rules you never chose
Most human suffering comes from childhood beliefs absorbed without consent, and freedom comes from four daily commitments about speech, reaction, interpretation, and effort.
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Rams’ Receiver Depth Faces Production Concerns
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— Oct 7, 2026
The Rams have struggled to play consistently, with penalties, turnovers and special-teams issues compounding offensive challenges. Injuries have exposed thin depth at tight end and wide receiver, while their upcoming matchup with Buffalo tests whether the Bills’ vulnerable pass defense can contain Matthew Stafford and Los Angeles’ top receivers.
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Devils host Mammoth after weekend losses as Utah starts strong
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— Oct 5, 2026
The 2-1 Utah Mammoth visit the 1-1 New Jersey Devils on Tuesday, with both teams looking to rebound from weekend losses. Utah’s potent power play and high-producing top line pose a major test for New Jersey, which is expected to start Jake Allen and will need to improve its special-teams play.
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Bills Extend Hometown Linebacker Andreessen Through 2028
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— Oct 3, 2026
Undrafted Lancaster tryout Joe Andreessen gets a reported $5M Bills extension through 2028—$3M guaranteed—after 21 special-teams tackles in 2025.
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Marcus Bell
Extending him for two years at that price looks like solid value for the depth he adds at linebacker.
Randi Mahomes Backs Inclusive Play in Kansas City
Health
— Sep 28, 2026
Individuals and organizations are supporting people with disabilities through charity fundraising, inclusive activities and school-based identification of children who may need special-education services. Experts also urge aging parents caring for dependent adult children to plan ahead for their loved ones’ legal, financial and residential support.
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Ravens Beat Cowboys 34-31 on Late Field Goal
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— Sep 25, 2026
The Ravens overcame an early 10-point deficit to lead the Cowboys 17-13 at halftime in Rio, with Derrick Henry scoring twice and Baltimore’s defense tightening. The team’s broader early-season concerns include costly penalties that erase productive plays, along with shaky pass protection and special-teams execution.
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EXCLUSIVE: Asst. Commerce Secretary Roth Reveals The Issues Facing Classrooms That Rely Too Much On Screens
Sean Moran · 6 min · 2h
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