Indian man and woman plead guilty to 'PayPal refund scam' in US: 'Traveled recently, family in India was in danger, was asked to pull off fraud'

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America's Lake Powell reaches record low, experts warn against propping; Utah Governor says it's not time to let the lake go

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‘Scapegoating mob behavior’: Trump official slams Ghent over US academic Nathan Cofnas suspension

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16-year-old girl runs onto field to tackle player and protect brother during game — watch

A 16-year-old Tennessee girl is facing assault and disorderly conduct charges after authorities said she ran onto a football field during a middle school game and tackled a player involved in a scuffle. The game was ended early, and the girl was later released to her parents. She has also been banned from school properties for life and from Cornersville Middle School athletic events for one year.

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Detroit school students can earn $100 every week just by attending all their classes

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In 2016, Burt's Bees co-founder donated 87,500 acres of Maine land to US; 10 years later the wilderness is a national monument

Roxanne Quimby, the visionary behind Burt's Bees, initially embraced a life of artistic expression and sustainability before venturing into the business world. After partnering with Burt Shavitz, they created a beloved range of beeswax products. Motivated by her love for nature, Quimby invested her earnings into the conservation of Maine's forests, acquiring extensive land despite pushback from logging interests.

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68-year-old Sheila Consaul bought Ohio lighthouse for $71,010 in 2011, restored it for over $300K

At 68, Sheila Consaul owns Ohio’s historic Fairport Harbor West Lighthouse, which she bought for $71,010 at auction in 2011. After years of restoration and more than $300,000 in investment, she transformed the abandoned century-old landmark into an off-grid summer home featuring rainwater collection, solar power, historic interiors and stunning views of Lake Erie.

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Pulitzer Prize-winning poet bought a barren land in Hawaii and turned it into a 19-acre forest with more than 3,000 palms

W.S. Merwin, a celebrated poet, found solace and seclusion in Maui during the 1970s, where he dedicated himself to creating a lush 19-acre palm forest. This extraordinary project transformed a barren piece of land into a thriving ecological haven, showcasing an impressive array of palm species. Today, the Merwin Conservancy diligently safeguards this rich environmental legacy, ensuring it remains a vital part of our natural heritage.

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Maine’s Millinocket lost more than jobs after 2008 mill closure; locals now hope for revival

Millinocket, Maine, once thrived around Great Northern Paper Company, but the mill’s 2008 closure transformed the community. In Peter Santenello’s exploration, longtime residents recall lost jobs, stability and a shared way of life, while local businesses and tourism offer hope. As the town seeks new industry, its resilient residents remain determined to rebuild.

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Meet Alex Webster, the Florida teenager who is giving away mangroves as ‘pets’

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A polar bear destroyed almost an entire seabird colony in Alaska

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Oklahoma woman finds missing dog 1,100 miles away in North Carolina after 2 weeks

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Meet Meghana Addanki, the 17-year-old who turned eggshells and cotton into a generator

Meghana Addanki has ingeniously developed a hybrid nanogenerator that utilizes eggshell membranes and cotton fibers. This groundbreaking device converts typical movements into significant electrical energy efficiently. By harnessing both piezoelectric and triboelectric effects, it generates considerably higher voltages than its individual components. This innovative approach paves the way for using natural materials in small-scale energy harvesting solutions.

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Meet Jasper and Emile: Two Brooklyn teenagers built a Gen Z finance newsletter

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Quote of the day by Melinda French Gates: "A woman with a voice is by definition a strong woman. But the search to find that voice…"

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California startup JetZero is building a $3 billion aircraft that promises to cut fuel consumption by 50%, carry 250 passengers

JetZero is unveiling a cutting-edge 'manta ray' aircraft aimed at revolutionizing the future of commercial aviation. This groundbreaking design is expected to yield impressive fuel savings and significantly lower emissions. With a full-scale prototype scheduled to take flight by 2027, Japan Airlines is on board to provide operational insights, paving the way for expected commercial operations in the early 2030s.

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Florida introduced rhesus macaques for tourism in the 1930s, now they carry a potentially fatal virus

Wild rhesus macaques in Florida carry herpes B virus, posing a potential human health risk. A study found about a quarter of sampled macaques had been infected with the virus. Some animals actively shed the virus, especially during the breeding season. The circulating virus strains are genetically similar to dangerous laboratory versions. No human cases have been confirmed from these wild populations yet.

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Ferrari’s first all-electric car sells for $40M, nearly 40 times initial estimate of $1.1M

Ferrari’s first all-electric car, the bespoke Luce “Chassis 0,” has sold for a record $40 million at a charity auction in Monterey, nearly 40 times its initial $1.1 million estimate. The sale makes it the most expensive new car ever auctioned, while the buyer will have to wait until 2027 for delivery.

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Manhattan’s got a hairy situation! Tumblehair rolls through NYC

A giant hairball rolled through Manhattan streets as a marketing stunt. This installation aimed to highlight hair loss and premature aging concerns. Pedestrians reacted with disgust and curiosity to the unusual sight. The campaign sought to break the quiet shame surrounding hair loss issues. It successfully generated conversation about a topic people often avoid.

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How a holiday in Alaska led Mahala Dickerson to claim 160 acres and become its first Black lawyer

Mahala Ashley Dickerson broke several barriers during her six-decade legal career. Born in Alabama in 1912, she became the state’s first Black female lawyer in 1948 before moving to Alaska. In 1958, she became Alaska’s first Black homesteader and later its first Black lawyer. Her career included major discrimination cases, legal honours and an autobiography.

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In 1898, 17 years after surviving the O.K. Corral gunfight, Virgil Earp claimed 160 acres in Arizona; two years later, he earned title to the land

Virgil Earp, known for surviving the infamous O.K. Corral gunfight, embraced a new beginning as a homesteader in Arizona. Claiming 160 acres near Prescott through the federal homesteading process, his prior service in the Civil War lessened his residency obligation to just two years. By 1900, he secured his property title, stepping into a life that diverged significantly from his days as a frontier lawman.

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A Connecticut cemetery leased unused land for 7,000 solar panels

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Minnesota teen builds system that cut seizure recurrence by 70.1% in worms

Evan Morris created a low-cost system using worms and ultrasound. This system helps study seizure suppression and reduces recurrence by seventy percent. The project utilizes sonogenetics and a computer-controlled closed-loop detection method. Morris received a significant award for his innovative life science research. His work offers a faster, less expensive platform for neuroscience exploration.

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Colorado mom gets her son ‘arrested’ after he refuses to take a first-day-of-school photo

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After 14 years, Massachusetts dam removal begins to restore 7 miles of stream

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Quote of the day by Bubba Smith: "Well, I'm not a violent person. You have to back off. People sometimes will…"

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Louisiana creates 1,170 acres of wetlands; shrimp and crabs return to restored habitat after a year

Louisiana’s Upper Barataria Marsh Creation Project has restored 1,170 acres of new wetland habitat in the Barataria Basin. One year after construction, white and brown shrimp, blue crab and red drum are using the restored marsh and water features. The project aims to rebuild coastal ecosystems damaged by decades of land loss and the Deepwater Horizon oil spill.

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Quote of the day by Michael J. Fox: "I think the scariest person in the world is the person with…"

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Bill Gates is the largest private farmland owner in the United States

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Widow rejected $1M for her home, then fought eminent domain and won

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Hindu students push US schools to distinguish sacred swastika from Nazi Hakenkreuz

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A buried river was uncovered in Yonkers; 6 months later, wildlife had a 14,000 sq ft habitat

In 2012, Yonkers, New York, completed a project to uncover a section of the Saw Mill River that had been buried beneath a downtown parking lot since the 1920s. The former Larkin Plaza was turned into a three-acre public park. Within six months, the restored river supported 14,000 square feet of new aquatic habitat and several species.

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Meet Zac Waters, the 13-year-old who spent 300 hrs 3D-printing wheelchair for a 21-month-old

A 13-year-old boy from Lehi, Utah, spent about 300 hours during his summer designing, printing, testing and assembling a custom mobility chair for a 21-month-old girl. Zac Waters found MakeGood, a nonprofit that provides free 3D-printed mobility devices, and used his interest in 3D printing to build a chair tailored to the toddler’s needs.

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Wisconsin abandoned this railway in 1964: The old tracks became a green corridor

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Quote of the day by Michael Jordan: "The game is my wife. It demands loyalty and responsibility, and it gives me…."

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Quote of the day by Melinda French Gates: "When something's uncomfortable, it means you're actually…"

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8-foot Burmese python found under a New Jersey family’s shed

A large Burmese python was discovered hiding beneath a New Jersey family's shed. Animal control officers carefully removed the reptile after dismantling part of the structure. An X-ray revealed the snake's swollen belly contained a recently swallowed opossum. Officials suspect the exotic pet was abandoned by its previous owner. The SPCA warns against releasing such animals into local environments.

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Ohio Uranium plant shut in 1989; $4.4 bn cleanup transformed site into green preserve

The Fernald uranium plant in Ohio stopped production in 1989 after nearly four decades of operations. A $4.4 billion environmental cleanup followed, involving radioactive waste, contaminated soil and groundwater. The 1,050-acre site was eventually transformed into the Fernald Preserve, with restored wetlands, prairie and forest. A Visitors Center now documents the site’s history and cleanup.

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ICE arrests over 1,200 illegal immigrants in Georgia

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Florida's millions of dumped tyres are still being cleaned up 50 years later

Florida is set to embark on an ambitious initiative to clear millions of old tires that were dumped offshore decades ago. Initially forming an artificial reef, these tires have since led to significant damage to natural coral ecosystems. Present surveys indicate that over half a million tires still litter thousands of acres.

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US officials will not release cool water from Glen Canyon Dam this year, protecting hydropower while threatening humpback chub

This year, federal officials have decided against releasing cool water from the Colorado River reservoirs, emphasizing the need for hydropower production over the conservation of a threatened fish species. The river and its reservoirs are facing severe depletion from overuse and climate change, while states have been unable to reach a long-term agreement on water sharing. Utilities welcomed this choice, citing concerns over the costs of alternative energy sources.

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LA homeless nonprofit paid Hawaii-based CEO $1.6M over two years, including $824K in unused vacatio

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Pumas are protecting human lives by preventing vehicle collisions accounting for a 76% reduction in accidents

Pumas in Washington's Olympic Peninsula play a crucial role in decreasing deer-related accidents on highways. By changing deer movement patterns to avoid roads and nighttime activities, they enhance safety for people traveling in the area. This study underscores the significant environmental services provided by large carnivores, demonstrating the importance of coexisting with such majestic species for community well-being.

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Two Indian-origin men wanted in Canada over $30,000 apartment rental fraud

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Amazon faces lawsuit over ‘dolphin-safe’ and ‘sustainable’ seafood labeling claims

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Chicago homeowner sues US govt over alleged warrantless immigration raid that damaged property

A Chicago homeowner has sued the US government, alleging Customs and Border Protection officers entered his property without a warrant during an immigration operation in 2025. The lawsuit claims officers damaged his home, ignored requests to leave and violated his constitutional rights. The Department of Homeland Security says its officers acted within legal authority.

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Heart attack survivor reunites with nurses who saved him mid-flight after week-long search

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Chubby marmots join subscription service after sanctuary faces money trouble

In a creative twist, a biologist from Colorado turned to popular subscription service to secure funding for crucial marmot research. He shares engaging and family-oriented videos featuring yellow-bellied marmots, motivated by recent federal budget cuts affecting his long-standing project. Operating for over sixty years, this initiative not only raises awareness about marmot populations but has also begun to generate essential financial support for ongoing scientific investigations.

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California teen honors late father, raises record $1.23 million for blood cancer

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