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Observing tips The lunar disk is entirely bereft of shadows during the full moon phase, making this the perfect time to trace the outline of lunar maria — where lava flows filled colossal impact basins billions of years ago before hardening to form sweeping basaltic plains.—
Anthony Wood,
Space.com,
1 May 2026 -
Old debris accumulation was found on the water heater, prep cooler doors and on the three compartment sink basins.—
Veronica Fernandez-Alvarado
May 1,
Sacbee.com,
1 May 2026
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There were woodlands, grasslands and ponds for ducks and geese and other birds to enjoy.—
Maura Fox,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
30 Apr. 2026
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Here, golden grasslands replace waterfalls, and the horizon seems to stretch forever.—
Evie Carrick,
Travel + Leisure,
25 Apr. 2026
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How to drive safely and report potholes Hitting a pothole could cause serious damage to your car tires, wheels and shocks.—
Miriam Fauzia,
Dallas Morning News,
29 Jan. 2026
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Observing tips The lunar disk is entirely bereft of shadows during the full moon phase, making this the perfect time to trace the outline of lunar maria — where lava flows filled colossal impact basins billions of years ago before hardening to form sweeping basaltic plains.—
Anthony Wood,
Space.com,
1 May 2026
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For almost 10 years, Josh and Sarah Kimbrough have worked to build a home on the windswept high plains of Colorado’s rugged South Park.—
Elise Schmelzer,
Denver Post,
1 May 2026
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Zion Canyon Scenic Drive, Zion National Park, Utah Zion National Park in southwestern Utah is known for spectacular scenery that includes colorful mountains, peaks, sandstone formations, canyons, waterfalls, cliffs, and wildlife.—
Patricia Doherty,
Travel + Leisure,
3 May 2026
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Early the next morning, the crew hunted out some more canyons to cruise.—
Michael Van Runkle,
Robb Report,
1 May 2026
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Earth’s biosphere includes microbes, forests, savannas, animals, and more.—
Big Think,
Big Think,
22 Apr. 2026
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Elephants are among the planet’s most majestic creatures, gentle giants who walk steadfastly through the savannas, forests and deserts of Africa and Asia.—
Catherine Garcia,
TheWeek,
2 Apr. 2026
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Why not try and capture an image of the moon during each major phase (excluding the new moon) as the line separating night from day sweeps across the lunar surface throwing ancient craters, ravines and mountain ranges into relief.—
Anthony Wood,
Space.com,
1 May 2026
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The reserve features high, broken cliffs and deep ravines on headlands overlooking the ocean.—
Kurt Snibbe,
Oc Register,
24 Apr. 2026
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Bison are a keystone species to North American prairies.—
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
29 Apr. 2026
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Custer Gallatin National Forest Some of the state’s first blooms arrive in Custer Gallatin National Forest, which has low-elevation prairies and foothills.—
Evie Carrick,
Travel + Leisure,
27 Apr. 2026
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“Floodplains.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/floodplains. Accessed 8 May. 2026.
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