Sustainability & Green Living
Living thoughtfully with the planet in mind
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Garden Experts Say February Prep Can Make or Break Spring, What to Plant by Region
February prep sets spring in motion: clean trays, start slow seeds, warm beds, and plant by region before the rush…
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These Gorgeous Flowers Don’t Just Survive Winter, They Thrive in It
Winter’s gray weeks can still bloom: hellebores, snowdrops, camellias, and more bring color, scent and grit through frost at home.
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Houseplant Pros Warn Water-Grown Plants Go Wrong Fast, Here’s How to Do It Right
Water-grown plants can thrive, but only with clean jars, fresh water, and smart lights. Do the basics, and roots stay…
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Seedlings Look Fine Indoors Until This Happens, 8 Hardening-Off Errors That Shock Them
Seedlings falter when sun, wind, and cold arrive too fast. A slow hardening-off schedule prevents setbacks and saves spring again.
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Farmers Share 7 Low-Waste Ways to Use Lemons Without Trash and Spoilage
Freeze juice cubes, save zest, dry slices, and preserve peels so every lemon turns into meals drinks, and cleaner with…
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11 Flowers That Struggle in Most Apartments but Thrive in Shade
Shade in an apartment can be a refuge. These 12 bloomers trade harsh sun for steady color when water and…
Earth Science & Environment
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Extreme Cold at Florida Launch Site Forces Moon Mission Delay
Near-freezing Florida weather cancels a fueling test, shifting Artemis to Feb. 8 as NASA protects Orion and a tight launch…
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Humans Built a Barrier Around Earth by Accident and It Could Be Helping More Than Anyone Expected
Decades of Earth’s VLF radio signals may help push back the harshest belt electrons, subtly easing radiation risks for satellites.
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Animal Behaviorists Warn Cat Bites Carry Hidden Danger and Share Survival Tips for Staying Safe
Cat bites look small, but infection can spike fast. Quick washing, prompt care, and calmer handling keep homes safer always…
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NASA Flags an Asteroid With a Potential Earth-Impact Trajectory
NASA flags an asteroid, the odds shift, and better tracking usually turns worry into a clean miss. The system improves…
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Scientists Warn Joshua Trees Are Blooming Early, and They Need the Public’s Help to Track What’s Changing
Joshua trees are blooming early. Scientists need iNaturalist photos to track flowers, fruit, and moth timing in Mojave Desert now.
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How East Coast Winter Storms Form: 9 Factors That Decide Snow, Ice, or Rain
Moisture, jet timing, storm track, and stacked temperature layers decide whether East Coast storms bring snow, sleet, or rain. Now
Nature & Climate Change
Understanding the planet and how it’s changing
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Wildlife Experts Warn These 7 Wild Cats Can Be Lethal to Rivals in Territory Disputes
Seven cats one hard rule: territory is life. When rivals collide over space, food, or mates, power can turn fatal…
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Wildlife Biologists Warn These 10 Woodpecker Species Get Missed or Misidentified, Keep an Eye Out for Them
Ten woodpeckers often misread: bill length, tail spots, sap wells, ground foraging, and granary trees reveal the real bird slowly.
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Why Highland Cows Have Become Such a Big Deal All of a Sudden
Shaggy fringes, quiet vibes, and conservation work turned Highland cows into social icons, but respect and distance keep it sweet.
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Wildlife Biologists Say Florida Cold Snaps Can Knock Back Invasive Species, but Not the Way People Think
Florida cold snaps slow invasives, reveal hiding spots. Real control comes from safer timing, removals, and prevention year-round.
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Florida Hit Reptile-Danger Cold, but Invasive Pythons Are Still Hanging On
Florida’s cold snaps stun reptiles, but Burmese pythons shelter, adapt, and keep pressing north, reshaping the Everglades quietly.
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Thousands Still Without Power as Dangerous Cold Pushes Into the U.S. South
ce damage, outages, and Arctic surge collide across the South, pushing communities to share heat and patience until relief.