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American robins migrating 12 days earlier than they did 25 years ago

The American robin, Turdus migratorius, is migrating earlier likely in response to changing environmental conditions.




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Sanctuary dog mourns his animal friends by staying by their side

A 3-legged dog named Tricycle always mourns the loss of a friend at an animal sanctuary called Horse Creek Stable in Georgia..




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The animal-saving research behind that viral coyote and badger video

Scientists at the Peninsula Open Space Trust are studying how animals move around an increasingly fractured habitat, and the video is just one element.




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We're taking coronavirus seriously. What if we did that with climate change?

The similarities between coronavirus and climate change are many. It's just the time scale that's different.



  • Climate & Weather

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How to identify pollen allergy symptoms

Is it a cold or hay fever? Here's how to tell if the symptoms you're experiencing are due to a pollen allergy and what you can do.




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Why S. California's tides are glowing blue

Bioluminescent algae blooms every few years on the California coast, Australia and elsewhere.




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10 surprising home remedies for acid reflux

Got heartburn? Before you reach for prescription-strength drugs, give these home remedies for acid reflux a try if you have a mild case.



  • Fitness & Well-Being

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Acid rain solutions

Explore a variety of solutions for acid rain.



  • Wilderness & Resources

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Earth is having a bad acid trip, study finds

Humanity's use of coal, metals and other natural resources is reportedly making the planet more acidic.



  • Wilderness & Resources

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Why cemeteries are a great place to track acid rain

To a geologist, a gravestone can offer information other rocks can't. One project is using gravestones to better understand how the elements, particularly acid



  • Climate & Weather

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Smithsonian museum captures all sides of the African-American story

One of the most highly anticipated museums of the past decade, the Smithsonian National Museum of African American History and Culture is finally opening.



  • Arts & Culture

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Take a trip across Q'eswachaka, the last handwoven Inca rope bridge

​Stretching over the Apurimac River, this suspension bridge is made of grass and rebuilt every year using traditional Inca techniques.




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'Tron' meets mountain biking in trippy 'Light Cycles' video

Mountain bikers wind through the misty temperate rain forest of Whistler, British Columbia, leaving stunning long-exposure light trails in their wake.



  • Arts & Culture

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Spirit of Henry David Thoreau's 'Walden' lives on at state park

Henry David Thoreau's beloved slice of nature still exists today in the form of a Walden Pond State Reservation.



  • Wilderness & Resources

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These newly discovered peacock spiders will change your mind about arachnids

Many people don't see arachnids as 'cute,' but maybe they've never laid eyes on a peacock jumping spider.




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Peek inside the brilliant world of New Zealand's cave-dwelling glowworms

These bioluminescent gnat larvae fool their prey by beautifully imitating the night sky inside of caves.




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What the heck is a tanuki? 8 things you didn't know about raccoon dogs

Native to East Asia, these frequently misrepresented animals are gentle creatures that serve as major icons in Japanese culture.




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Beet Root Porridge with Toasted Almonds, Pickled Beet Root, Goat Cheese and Basil

This savory oatmeal isn't your typical breakfast-for-dinner dish.




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Saving authentic recipes, one video at a time

These YouTube channels are dedicated to preserving culinary culture.




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7 no-bake treats for your holiday cookie tray

Fill up your dessert tray with a variety of sweets that don't take long to make.




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How to get rid of stink bugs

The stink bug, with its noxious smell, is a recent visitor to the U.S., but Halyomorpha halys seems to like it here. Here's how to get rid of them.




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The teeth of a Venus flytrap create a 'horrid prison' for its prey

The Venus flytrap uses its 'teeth' to keep medium-size prey trapped before they're eaten.



  • Organic Farming & Gardening

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The bitter legal battle behind Georgia's sweet Vidalia onion

Everything you need to know about the Vidalia onion, one of Georgia's most popular exports.



  • Organic Farming & Gardening

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How to get rid of moles in your yard

Are there mole tunnels in your yard? Here are tips to help with mole control, from facts about food sources to pros and cons about mole traps and repellents.



  • Organic Farming & Gardening

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How to identify different types of bees

Not sure how to tell a carpenter bee from a honey bee from a wasp? This handy guide will help you identify types of bees and wasps and whether or not they sting



  • Organic Farming & Gardening

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London borough plants a 'bee corridor'

A 7-mile bee corridor encompassing 22 wildflower meadows is being planted in a London borough to help pollinators.



  • Organic Farming & Gardening

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Neonicotinoids: What gardeners need to know

The pesticides are effective against a wide range of insects — including the good guys.



  • Organic Farming & Gardening

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How to get rid of roaches naturally

Banishing roaches from your home without toxic chemicals can be time-consuming, but the results will be well worth the effort.




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Explore the wide and wonderful world of epiphytes

Epiphytic plants encompasses an enormous range of plants that grow on top of others, acquiring their nutrients through all sorts of nifty and unusual ways.



  • Organic Farming & Gardening

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How to get rid of spotted lanternflies

Polka-dotted, pesky planthoppers are wreaking havoc in the eastern U.S. Here's how to get rid of spotted lanternflies and stop them from spreading.



  • Organic Farming & Gardening

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How you can use Australian landscaping ideas to create a drought-tolerant garden

Lush, but low-water gardens are a growing popular necessity around the world, and the Australians have a lot to teach the rest of the world.



  • Organic Farming & Gardening

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How much should we worry about pyrethrins and pyrethroids?

Flea collars, lawn-care products, insect repellant and de-licing products could be harming more than just pests.




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Urban farms are thriving amid the pandemic

The number of people growing their own food at home or forging a relationship with local farmers has surged during the COVID-19 pandemic.



  • Organic Farming & Gardening

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In Person: David Martin, head of retail management, Zurich UK

Zurich's David Martin explains why he made the move from Allianz to Zurich and how brokers helped him take the leap.




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Gefion meets €5m liquidity deadline

The Danish provider has complied with the order from a regulator to have liquid assets of at least €5m by the end of 2019, after further investment from shareholders.




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Former FCA insider develops compliance platform for brokers

Industry veteran Michael Sicsic partners with Governor Software to help brokers and insurers digitalise key compliance processes in a changing regulatory environment.




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FCA admits "mistake" after it accidentally shared private complainant data

The names, addresses, and telephone numbers of certain FCA complainants were publicly available between November 2019 and February 2020.




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Government urged to reconsider IPT ahead of Budget

The ABI and CII are calling for a cut to insurance premium tax, whereas Biba is requesting a freeze.




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Covid-19: FCA calls on insurers to treat customers fairly during crisis

Regulator sets out expectations amid coronavirus for travel, motor and home insurance, product suspensions and renewals as it highlights the important role of the broker in helping vulnerable customers.




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Covid-19: Are you a key worker?

Biba's Graeme Trudgill outlines the relevant areas for brokers as the FCA tells firms how to identify key workers in financial services.




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Covid-19: Six month MOT exemption announced

The AA said it had raised MOT concerns with transport ministers last week.




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Covid-19: Industry welcomes "firm and pragmatic" FCA message on BI claims

Sector responds to the regulator's Dear CEO letter calling on insurers to pay valid claims quickly.




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Video: GDPR – What you need to know

Cheryl Martin, partner in the insurance advisory cyber and GDPR practice at EY and Branko Bjelobaba, founder of consultancy firm Branko Limited, share their knowledge on how the new regulations came about.




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Video: GDPR – Marketing: what brokers can and can’t do

In the second of a three part series our experts tackle marketing under the new GDPR rules from phone calls and emails to the post.




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Video: GDPR – Future proofing your business: Don’t panic!

In the culmination of the three part series the specialists run through what to do in the coming days, weeks, months and years now that GDPR is in place.




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Video: Scheme Smart - How To Grow And Market Your Delegated Authority

The second episode of our insightful documentary series with Axa, Scheme Smart, focuses on how to take a delegated authority to the next level.




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Video: Scheme Smart - How To Future-Proof Your Scheme

The third episode of Insurance Age’s documentary series with Axa, Scheme Smart, focuses on what steps can be taken to future-proof schemes and delegated authorities and what sectors brokers can look to for future growth.




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Using technology to give mid-market clients a corporate insurance experience

Too large to benefit from government initiatives but too small to employ their own risk managers, mid-market businesses can inadvertently find themselves taking on unexpected levels of risk. As these businesses grow and face new and increasingly complex risks, expert support is essential, as Sam Barrett explains




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CII commits to mental health agenda with Inside Out Leadership Charter

Organisation has committed to specific principles involving mental health such as talking about mental health and wellbeing at board meetings at least twice per annum.




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Video: What is reverse mentoring?

Close Brothers, Sharon Bishop, explains how the management technique is helping her.