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New homeowner distraught after discovering massive growth taking over yard: 'Likely to have this as an ongoing issue'

The Himalayan balsam is an invasive species that was introduced to the United Kingdom in the early 19th century.
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Experts raise red flags over animal behavior in wake of wildfire: 'They have to adapt'

Last summer’s Borel wildfires in Kern County, California, left lasting damage even a year later, destroying natural habitats ...
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Authorities bust suspect after surveillance footage captures crime along highway: 'Finally doing something'

In July, surveillance footage in New Orleans caught an individual in a pickup truck illegally dumping trash along a highway.
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World Health Organization warns of epidemic threat as dangerous virus spreads: 'We are seeing history repeating itself'

New reports show the chikungunya virus is spreading outside of its typical distribution, raising concerns for World Health ...
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US officials issue warning over tourist destination that's exploding in popularity: 'Exercise increased caution'

The U.S. State Department issued a Level 2 travel advisory for Antarctica because of its unpredictable weather and lack of ...
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Elon Musk offers major update on long-awaited Tesla feature: 'If testing goes well'

Elon Musk announced that Tesla is training a Full Self-Driving model that will be capable of navigating with minimal driver ...
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Lawmakers spark backlash with legislation proposal that could threaten oceans: 'For more than 50 years it's worked'

As Star News Online reported, federal protections under the Marine Mammal Protection Act are at risk. This act has been ...
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Government cracks down on vaping with newly proposed penalties and jail time: 'We will treat this as a drug issue'

"So far we've treated vaping like tobacco — at most we impose a fine, but that's no longer enough," Prime Minister Lawrence ...
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Tech CEO makes bold claim about AI race after firing nearly 80% of company staff: 'It's the kinder thing to force people through it'

IgniteTech is a company that provides mergers and acquisitions software. The CEO controversially fired almost 80% of the ...
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Hurricane Erin expected to produce deadly rip currents along US East Coast: 'This is not the week to swim in the ocean'

Hurricane Erin is expected to stir up massive waves along the East Coast, putting millions of people at risk from rip ...
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Homeowners devastated by unexpected obstacle in recovery from flash flood — here's what's happening

Most homeowners' and renters' insurance policies don't cover flood damage — and it's leaving many facing unexpectedly high ...
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Officials enforce 'zero-tolerance' ban to protect rare bird species: 'Full vigilance at all times'

Punjab, India, passed a ban protecting endangered bird species, leading to a 'zero-tolerance' policy for offenders.