Sustainability & Green Living
Living thoughtfully with the planet in mind
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Tomato and Pepper Plants Take Off Faster With This Simple Tip
Warm the soil first, and tomatoes and peppers respond fast with stronger roots, earlier blooms, and steadier growth all season
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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…
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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Kansas Researchers Warn 7 Predator Hotspots Crushing Turkey Nests
Kansas turkey recovery depends upon 7 predator-risk zones where habitat edges, weather, and movement patterns decide nest success.
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When Big Cats Stop Fearing People the Risk Curve Changes Fast
Big cats near people follow patterns, not drama. Early signals, firm boundaries, and local trust keep encounters calmer and safer.
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12 Common Animals That Send Americans to the ER Each Year, Usually After One Mistake
Most U.S. animal ER injuries start with one rushed move. Space, timing, and calm choices prevent bites, falls, and infection…
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Turkey Brood Surveys Look Up, but the Recovery Still Isn’t Even
Turkey broods improve in pockets yet nesting success, habitat gaps, and weather shocks keep full recovery out of reach in…
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Texas Biologists Warn Rare River Otter Sightings in the Hill Country Can Draw Crowds Fast
Hill Country otters are showing up again, but viral sightings can draw crowds. Calm sharing and distance keep them moving…
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A Coyote Swam to Alcatraz Island and It’s a Red Flag for How Bold Urban Wildlife Is Getting
A coyote’s Alcatraz swim thrilled San Francisco, but it also revealed a tougher truth: urban wildlife is learning fast. Right…