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The Trump administration delivered a severe blow to US local weather coverage by repealing the longstanding scientific discovering that greenhouse fuel pollution poses a hazard to people. Now come the court battles — and there are lots of opponents.
Efforts to get NASA’s historic moon journey off the floor have stalled as soon as once more as engineers navigate a new problem with the rocket. The house company is now concentrating on no sooner than April to launch Artemis II.
Rottnest Island, a vacationer scorching spot off the coast of Perth in southwestern Australia, is known for its stunning seashores and cuddly quokkas. But there’s a darkish historical past behind this island paradise.
You’ve in all probability seen a child glued to their pill at a restaurant whereas their mother and father loved dinner. Some mothers and dads need extra real-world journey and hands-on activities for their children.
The beloved hospital comedy returns with a brand new heartbeat — and the usual coronary heart. You’ll recognize several familiar faces.
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Yosemite’s ‘lava waterfall’ attracts massive crowds
Thousands of guests collect every February at Yosemite National Park to witness the uncommon “Firefall” phenomenon. This happens when daylight hits Horsetail Fall at simply the proper angle, creating a visible impact that turns the waterfall a molten orange.
🌋 ‘Lava waterfall’: People flock to Yosemite National Park each February to see the “Firefall” phenomenon. When daylight hits at simply the proper angle, the visible impact turns the waterfall a molten orange.

📸 A whale of a photograph: This picture of a uncommon white humpback whale calf and its mom took top honors at the 2026 World Nature Photography Awards.
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🤖 Which tech firm simply pledged $50 billion to deal with AI inequality?
A. Microsoft
B. Google
C. Apple
D. Meta
⬇️ Scroll down for the reply.
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🧠 Quiz reply: A. Microsoft said it will invest the money to assist carry synthetic intelligence to lower-income nations.
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