ProPublica and High Country News observed overgrazing in multiple states, including streambeds trampled by cattle, grasslands denuded by grazing and creeks fouled by cow corpses.
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Mark Olalde,
ProPublica,
12 Jan. 2026
The school itself is one story and sprawling, the campus denuded of pine trees.
Based on analysis of artifacts uncovered at the site, a team of Spanish archaeologists believes this may have served as an ancient copper smelting spot, with far more frequent occupation by humans than previously thought.
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ArsTechnica,
ArsTechnica,
1 June 2026
After plans to turn open space promised for a park into a California Highway Patrol substation were uncovered, citizens went ballistic.
Lab tests showed that the plants without the active inceptin receptor failed to emit this volatile blend when exposed to either the synthetic In11 peptide or actual caterpillar oral secretions.
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Jacek Krywko,
ArsTechnica,
3 June 2026
Lilies Lilies were the most toxic plants cats were exposed to in 2025, according to the ASPCA Poison Control, with daylilies falling closely behind.
At The Paddock, a family-friendly pool unveiled last year, indulge in complimentary soft serve ice cream or nibble on savory complimentary popcorn.
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Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
2 June 2026
King of the Ring Tournament WWE unveiled the King and Queen of the Ring Tournament brackets after Clash in Italy was finished and the first match on the men’s side was held on Monday night.
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