Humans evolved late in Earth history. While this timing inspired the conclusion that humanlike life is a cosmic improbability, a new study pushes back.
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Daniel Brady Mills, Ludwig Maximilian University of Munich; Jason Wright, Penn State, and Jennifer L. Macalady, Penn State, The Conversation
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2/17/25
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Entomologists wonder if the insects currently pollinating farmed cacao are the right ones for the task.
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DeWayne Shoemaker, University of Tennessee, The Conversation
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2/17/25
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There’s really no reason you can’t use binoculars to look into space – and in fact astronomers have been working on doing so for a long time.
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Silas Laycock, UMass Lowell, The Conversation
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2/17/25
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The results of Foote’s simple experiments were confirmed through hundreds of tests by scientists in the US and Europe. It happened more than a century ago.
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Sylvia G. Dee, Rice University, The Conversation
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2/17/25
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Blue, green orange, brown − water comes in many colors, depending on what’s in it.
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Courtney Di Vittorio, Wake Forest University, The Conversation
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2/17/25
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The powdery snow that skiers and snowboarders love, especially on crystal clear days, plays a big role in how much your skin will burn.
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Steven R. Fassnacht, Colorado State University, The Conversation
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2/17/25
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Hearty, comforting Cheesy Sweetpotato Casserole that goes perfectly with cold weather.
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2/17/25
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Paint iconic holiday-themed designs onto frosted sugar cookies using Flavor Paints – a delicious mix of extract and food color.
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2/17/25
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A social media researcher explains how to analyze your news feed in terms of content, circulation and consumption.
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Anne Oeldorf-Hirsch, University of Connecticut, The Conversation
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2/14/25
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Congress has the authority to control government expenditures. Donald Trump is the latest president to try to get around that power, as he slashes government programs and staff.
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Zachary Price, University of California College of the Law, San Francisco, The Conversation
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2/14/25
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(BPT) - Tax season is here, and many Americans are eagerly awaiting their tax refunds. While it might be tempting to splurge on something fun, there are other clever ways to use this extra cash to …
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2/14/25
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(BPT) - Regularly Showing Your Car Some Love Can Save on Auto RepairsValentine's Day is the perfect time to show your trusty vehicle some love, and maintaining it is the best and most cost-effective …
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2/14/25
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Chalkbeat reports on how teachers are looking out for the tens of thousands of migrant and/or homeless families across New York City whose children often lack essential items needed for school.
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Amy Zimmer for Chalkbeat
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2/14/25
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Chalkbeat reports on how teachers are looking out for the tens of thousands of migrant and/or homeless families across New York City whose children often lack essential items needed for school.
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Amy Zimmer for Chalkbeat
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2/14/25
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Grist dives into Florida's ironic water scarcity problem, borne from climate change, a development boom, and the overexploitation of groundwater.
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Sachi Kitajima Mulkey for Grist, Ayurella Horn-Muller for Grist
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2/14/25
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Grist dives into Florida's ironic water scarcity problem, borne from climate change, a development boom, and the overexploitation of groundwater.
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Sachi Kitajima Mulkey for Grist, Ayurella Horn-Muller for Grist
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2/14/25
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The 74 examines the downstream effects on girls entering tech fields based on stereotypical beliefs that boys are better at computer science and engineering.
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Linda Jacobson - The 74
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2/14/25
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(BPT) - Long heralded as one of America's top destinations for thoroughbred racing, Oaklawn Hot Springs has solidified its reputation as a premier destination for luxury travel by securing four …
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2/13/25
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(BPT) - By McAfeeIt started with a DM.For five months, 25-year-old computer programmer Maggie K. exchanged daily messages with the man she met on Instagram, convinced she had found something …
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2/13/25
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House of Leon examines the effect of furniture design choices on human behavior.
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Steven Neman
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2/13/25
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House of Leon examines the effect of furniture design choices on human behavior.
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Steven Neman
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2/13/25
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Brex provides an overview of seven different types of business credit cards available today, including their essential features and ideal use cases.
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Erica Dorfman
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2/13/25
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ACT Leadership, in partnership with Brown University School of Professional Studies, provides insights and practical tips on fostering successful leadership transitions from.
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Ed Barrows, Mike Hutchins
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2/13/25
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ACT Leadership, in partnership with Brown University School of Professional Studies, provides insights and practical tips on fostering successful leadership transitions from.
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Ed Barrows, Mike Hutchins
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2/13/25
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Reasons to be Cheerful reports on new methods that are turning mountains of old clothes into rack-ready garments amid growing textile waste caused by fast fashion.
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Klaus Sieg for Reasons to be Cheerful
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2/13/25
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