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American honeybees just can't get a break

Despite recent declines in honeybees and other bee species, the U.S. is suspending its annual count of honeybee hives.




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Wild giraffes are suffering a 'silent extinction'

The iconic animals have declined more than 40 percent in 30 years, potentially facing extinction yet drawing little global attention until recently.




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NASA images of hurricanes from space

NASA offers a very telling viewpoint for atmospheric photography — especially hurricanes. Take a look at these amazing storms from a different perspective.



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This critically endangered skink is getting its own tropical island

The blue-tailed skink of Christmas Island may be extinct in the wild, but scientists have a plan to bring it back.




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Solar panels pair surprisingly well with tomatoes, peppers and pollinators

In 'agrivoltaics,' crops and solar panels not only share land and sunlight, but also help each other function more efficiently.



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This rare songbird is back from the brink, thanks to the Endangered Species Act

The Kirtland's warbler was nearly extinct in the 1970s, but now the bird has recovered and is coming off the endangered species list.




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11 alarming facts about sea-level rise

The ocean is rising faster than it has in 3,000 years. Here's why you should care.



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Sunlight exposure can affect your gut bacteria

A new study proposes 'the existence of a novel skin-gut axis' that helps our gut bacteria reap the benefits of sunlight.



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Why quitting the Paris climate deal is a bad idea

The U.S. retreat from the Paris Agreement is bad news for the world, but it could be even worse for the U.S. itself.



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Meteorological winter arrives with a roar in North America

Early December snowstorms wreak havoc weeks ahead of the winter solstice.



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How to recycle your Christmas lights

It doesn't feel right to put Christmas lights in a trash can, so try these options for places that will recycle them instead.




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Endangered black rhino baby born on Christmas Eve at Michigan zoo

The black rhino calf appears healthy and is nursing regularly, according to zoo officials.




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Why don't bears' muscles atrophy during hibernation?

Researchers hope to help humans borrow some secrets of bear biology.




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9 interesting facts about the Nile River

Even after nurturing and enchanting humans for thousands of years, this iconic river is still full of surprises.



  • Wilderness & Resources

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Feeding bluebirds might help them in a surprising way

Extra food seems especially helpful early in the breeding season, according to a new study.




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The world's largest privately owned giant sequoia forest is now protected

Alder Creek is home to hundreds of giant sequoias, from seedlings to millennia-old Methuselahs.



  • Wilderness & Resources

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Coronavirus pandemic creates an opportunity for penguins at zoos and aquariums

Penguins are getting a chance to explore facilities that are closed to human visitors due to COVID-19.




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Locusts swarm East Africa, Middle East with worst plague in decades

The locust plague already poses an 'unprecedented' threat to food security, and could still grow 500 times larger.



  • Wilderness & Resources

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Lyrid meteor shower to peak around Earth Day

The debris left by Comet Thatcher isn't as spectacular as other meteor showers, but the moon will make viewing much easier this year.




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Earth Day: An animated tribute

In honor of Earth Day, MNN takes an animated look back at several decades of U.S. environmentalism in this video.



  • Wilderness & Resources

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U.K. creates one of the largest marine protected areas in Atlantic Ocean

The U.K.'s push to create new marine reserves in the Atlantic and Pacific oceans represents a victory for biodiversity campaigners. (And fish.)



  • Wilderness & Resources

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Why kids are striking for the planet

Inspired by Swedish activist Greta Thunberg, kids and teens around the world are protesting to get adults to act on climate change.




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Rioja region earns UNESCO tourism blessing

Wine from Rioja Alavesa, the Basque subregion of Rioja, has been named a UNESCO Biosphere Responsible Tourism region.




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How to break your rotisserie chicken habit

Rotisserie chickens are convenient, but there are reasons you may want to save them for emergency chicken needs only.




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Make your next Christmas tree out of books

Empty your bookshelves, grab a string of old lights, and craft a tree that will make you smile every time you see it.




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Why you should watch out for nutrient thieves

A cup of coffee gives you caffeine, but what does it take away?




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9 clever Little Free Pantries

Inspired by the Little Free Library project, these "take what you need, leave what you can" boxes are filled with food instead of books.




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The rise and free fall of gas prices

Why gas is so cheap -- and why it won't stay that way.



  • Translating Uncle Sam

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Which countries produce the most CO2?

The U.S. and China are forming an uneasy alliance as the world warms and a U.N. climate conference looms.



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How does El Niño affect hurricanes?

The Atlantic hurricane season woke up early in 2009, fired off a weak tropical depression that didn't threaten land, and then hit snooze for two months.



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Will oil and hurricanes raise gas prices?

As oil pours into the Gulf of Mexico and a potentially wild hurricane season looms, many Americans are worried that gas prices might go into overdrive.



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What causes hurricanes?

Hurricanes are more than just thunderstorms on steroids, here's how hurricanes form, and what you can do to be ready for one.



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Big frack attack: Is hydraulic fracturing safe?

What is fracking and is fracking safe? The controversial natural gas drilling technique has some wondering if a U.S. natural gas boom is worth the risks.



  • Translating Uncle Sam

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The rising threat of radon

A silent killer lurks undetected in millions of U.S. homes, and winter is its peak season. Find out how to stop it.



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Road salt's Catch-22: It works, but at a price

Salt saves lives on icy roads, but it can have the opposite effect in nearby ecosystems. Here's a look at the pros and cons of it and other de-icers.



  • Translating Uncle Sam

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How polluted is U.S. drinking water?

Water quality in the U.S. is better than it used to be, but plenty of old and new dangers still lurk beneath the surface.



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We have introduced Photoelectric Sensors E3FA and E3RA.

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We have introduced Fiber Unit Build-in Lens Series E32-LT11(R).

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We have introduced CJ/CS Series ID Sensor Unit C[]1W-V680C1[].

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We have introduced Programmable Terminals NB Series.

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We have introduced Vision Sensor FZ4 Series.

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Photoelectric Sensor with Built-in Amplifier

General-purpose Photoelectric Sensor for High Quality and Reliable Detection(E3S)




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Built-in Amplifier Photoelectric Sensor (Medium Size)

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Oil-resistive, Long-range Photoelectric Sensor with Metal Housing

Water- and Oil-resistant Photoelectric Sensor with Metal Housing Used for Long-range Sensing(E3S-C)




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NJ-Series NJ501 CPU Units

Controller that covers functions and high-speed processing required for machine control and safety, reliability and maintainability that are the features of industrial controllers. Ideal for large-scale, fast, and high-accurate control with up to 64 axes.(NJ501-[][][][])




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Fiber Unit Build-in Lens Series

High-power, Stable Detection. Is the Standard for the Future!(E32-LT / LD)




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Photoelectric Sensors

A new generation in sensing performance(E3FA, E3RA, E3FB, E3RB)




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OMRON introduces a new product, ultra-small multi code reader V400-R series. For Paper/Label. Both 2D & 1D code compatible.

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CJ-series DeviceNet Unit

Smallest in the Industry! A DeviceNet Unit for the CJ Series that Boasts Industry-leading Performance and Functions(CJ1W-DRM21)




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CS-series DeviceNet Unit

A DeviceNet Unit for the CS Series That Boasts Industry-leading Performance and Functions(CS1W-DRM21-V1)