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Watch these rescue pups pick out their Christmas presents

A Rehoming Center in Ireland celebrates Christmas with adoptable dogs by allowing them to pick their own present from donated toys.




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Listen to this pug and you'll understand why the makers of 'Halo' hired him for voice-overs

Gyoza the pug was hired by 343 Industries to make alien sounds for the company's new Halo video game, "Halo Infinite."




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Husky turned away for her 'weird' eyes gets a new home — and a big hug from the internet

A husky turned in by a breeder for her 'weird' eyes is adopted after a rescue group shares her story.




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Dogs 'see' the world through their noses

With their vomeronasal organ and many, many olfactory receptor cells, dogs 'see' the world through their sense of smell.




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Pets are being abandoned in China because of the coronavirus lockdown

The coronavirus outbreak is affecting China's dogs and cats, which are increasingly being left to fend for themselves.




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Homeless pets need your help as coronavirus closes shelters

Animal shelters and rescues ask people to open their homes to pets as coronavirus forces the shelters to shut down.




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Photo project captures togetherness, even as coronavirus keeps us apart

Photographers across the country are capturing images of families at home during the pandemic for the Front Steps Project.




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The legend of Skeleton Lake just got weirder

In 850 A.D., those gathered around a glacial lake perished from one of nature's most deadly phenomena. Or so we thought. New evidence deepens the mystery.



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To fight climate change, we may have to return to the age of airships

New research suggests zeppelins could replace cargo ships at a fraction of the pollution.



  • Climate & Weather

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For the first time in 360 years, some compasses will actually be right

In the U.K., magnetic north and true north are about to be in perfect alignment.



  • Climate & Weather

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How do hurricanes affect birds?

Research project BirdCast tracks how hurricanes modify birds' migrations over the Atlantic.



  • Climate & Weather

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40 horses saved from California ranch fire

Community works together to rescue dozens of horses from California wildfire.



  • Climate & Weather

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Massive U.S. snowstorm births a 'snow dragon' in Maine

Video shows a dragon made of snow with fireworks coming out of it as a massive snowstorm moves through the northern U.S.



  • Climate & Weather

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Coronavirus pandemic triggers reduction in global air pollution

Researchers studying the declines say more lives may end up being saved from air quality improvements than are lost to the virus itself.



  • Climate & Weather

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8 'expired' foods to use in your beauty routine

Expired foods like leftover wine, avocados, and yogurt can be used to improve your hair and skin and cut down on food waste. Here's how.



  • Natural Beauty & Fashion

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Are you washing your hair the right way?

You may just jump in the shower and scrub in some shampoo, but you're probably washing your hair all wrong.



  • Natural Beauty & Fashion

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What is uncombable hair syndrome?

Here's how one girl is embracing uncombable hair syndrome with style.



  • Natural Beauty & Fashion

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Hat made from real woolly mammoth hair goes on sale for $10,000

It's unpleasant to wear, but it's also one of a kind.



  • Natural Beauty & Fashion

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This is why I wear my hair in a bun when I sleep

Here are the many reasons those with long hair should wear it in a bun to sleep. Plus, the unconventional hair band that keeps your hair in great shape.



  • Natural Beauty & Fashion

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Making it Personal: Reducing Carbon on the Home Front in Ireland

Making it Personal: Reducing Carbon on the Home Front in Ireland



  • Climate & Weather

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Pioneers in Environmental Responsibility

Pioneers in Environmental Responsibility




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The First Electric Locomotive

The First Electric Locomotive



  • Sustainable Business Practices

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Al Gore and Laurie David deny affair rumors

After Star Magazine's "exclusive" allegations, both camps denounce any infidelity.



  • Arts & Culture

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Lieberman's environmental legacy

Often criticized by members of both parties, Sen. Joseph Lieberman has been a staunch supporter of the environment throughout his career.




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Gore: Climate deniers are like birthers

Former vice president says that in today's political environment, there is a tendency to ignore facts.




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Is Al Gore's Climate Reality Project a new direction or more of the same?

This week, Al Gore announced a new venture — the Climate Reality Project — which he claims will push public interest past the tipping point toward serious a



  • Climate & Weather

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Now is the time to care about virtual reality

2016 will be the year that holodecks becomes real. Sort of.



  • Gadgets & Electronics

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Cadillac to introduce virtual showrooms

Instead of keeping dozens of vehicles on site, Cadillac's smaller dealerships will offer virtual experiences for made-to-order sales.



  • Gadgets & Electronics

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Virtual reality eyed as a replacement for some painkillers

As the technology decreases in price, some hospitals are trying it as a distractive force to cut the use of opioids.



  • Gadgets & Electronics

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'Back to the Future'-inspired sneakers will arrive this year

Nike has created the HyperAdapt, self-lacing shoes inspired by "Back to the Future Part II."



  • Gadgets & Electronics

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It's Cyber Monday, an archaic name for an irrelevant event

The constantly connected computer in your pocket makes it irrelevant.



  • Gadgets & Electronics

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Vampire power is back, and it's thirstier than ever in the new smart home

We're getting more and more smart devices with teensy little idle loads — but they're adding up fast.



  • Gadgets & Electronics

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IrisVision is a VR headset that delivers reality to people with low vision

It's a great example of how phone technology is going to change everything about aging.



  • Gadgets & Electronics

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Air-purifying headphones aim to help urban dwellers breathe easy

Vacuum manufacturer Dyson drops a patent for headphones that filter air to an integrated mouthpiece.



  • Gadgets & Electronics

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10 virtual tours to enjoy while social distancing

From Versailles to Mars, these digital experiences are about as close as we'll get to discovering new wonders from the comfort of home.



  • Gadgets & Electronics

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Baby birds communicate with each other before they even hatch

When faced with danger, embryos warn each other from inside their egg.




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Squirrels rely on birds to let them know when it's safe to go out

Squirrels pay close attention to bird chatter to find out if there's a predator nearby.




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Why male honeybees try to blind their queens

New research finds a protein in honeybee semen that makes the queen temporarily blind.




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Ocean creatures keep millions of viruses at bay

A new study finds some marine animals are brilliant virus exterminators.



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MHI Announces Nominations for Outside Directors

Tokyo, March 31, 2020 - At its Board of Directors meeting held today, Mitsubishi Heavy Industries, Ltd. (MHI) decided to nominate three Outside Directors (excluding membership on the Audit and Supervisory Committee) for approval at its 95th Ordinary General Meeting of Shareholders scheduled for June 26, 2020.




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MHI Thermal Systems Launches New Air Conditioner Ads on Concept of "Comforting the World with Heat," Featuring Popular Actress Keiko Kitagawa <br>-- First New Ad for Residential-use Lineup in 20 Years --

・ Broadcasts to get underway from April 10 to mark 50th anniversary of launch of "BEAVER" brand ・ Residential-use ad to focus on outstanding comfort from diverse advanced features; commercial-use ad to highlight IoT-based operating control and energy efficiency




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[Mitsubishi Hitachi Power Systems, Ltd.]<br />MHPS Receives Order from China's Baotou Steel for Two Blast Furnace Gas-fired Gas Turbine Combined Cycle (GTCC) Power Generating Units

・ High-efficiency power generating units built on M701S (DA) X series gas turbines effectively utilize steelworks gas emissions ・ Third order from Baotou Steel Group, reflecting strong confidence of MHPS' technology




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[Mitsubishi Hitachi Power Systems, Ltd.]<br />MHPS Receives Order from Taiwan Power Company for Steam Turbine Facilities for the Datan Power Plant -- Equipment to Convert the Unit 7 Natural Gas-fired Simple Cycle Generator to a GTCC System --

・ Combined cycle operations scheduled to begin in November 2023 ・ Total plant output to increase 50%, from the current 600 MW to 900 MW




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Mitsubishi Heavy Industries Ltd. and Bombardier Inc. have agreed on a June 1, 2020 closing date for the transaction pertaining to the acquisition of Canadair Regional Jet Program.<br />-- Program to be operated under new name of MHI RJ Aviation Grou

Tokyo, May 7 (Montreal, May 6), 2020 – Mitsubishi Heavy Industries, Ltd. (MHI) (TOKYO:7011) and Bombardier Inc. (Bombardier) (TSX: BBD.B) of Canada have agreed that all closing conditions have been met and the transaction pertaining to the acquisition of Canadair Regional Jet (CRJ) Program will close on June 1, 2020. The Program will be operated under the newly created group entities of MHI RJ Aviation Group (MHIRJ) and will commence upon closing.




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Theodore Wirth Park in Minneapolis: A user&#39;s guide

Theodore Wirth Park in Minnesota goes beyond the usual amenities with a 15-acre garden and bird sanctuary, mountain biking trails and even a snow-tubing trail w



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What you need to know about that mysterious coronavirus

A never-before-seen coronavirus discovered in China is spreading, causing COVID-19. How worried should you be?



  • Fitness & Well-Being

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Why hunkering down for coronavirus matters

We're closing schools, canceling events and staying inside because of the coroanvirus so we can save lives.



  • Fitness & Well-Being

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How to get your home and family ready for a coronavirus outbreak

Here's how to get your home and family ready for the possibility of a coronavirus outbreak.



  • Fitness & Well-Being

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The coronavirus is causing a dangerous shortfall in blood donations

With millions of Americans staying home, blood donations are drying up. It's safe to give if you are healthy.



  • Fitness & Well-Being

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How exercise and diet affect coronavirus risk

Just one exercise session increases the antioxidant that could help prevent a deadly side effect of COVID-19.



  • Fitness & Well-Being