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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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Why is the Tongass National Forest so important?

Known as the 'crown jewel' of U.S. national forests, this ancient ecosystem is at a crossroads.



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6 ways to protect bats and birds from wind turbines

Wind turbines can kill birds and bats, but they don't have to. Here are a few ways to help them coexist.




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How to share Earth with other animals

A renowned biologist wants us to set aside half the planet for wildlife, part of a growing effort to avert the first man-made mass extinction.



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Noise pollution is a major threat to many different kinds of animals, study finds

Species from all over the animal kingdom face serious danger from noise pollution, researchers warn.




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When honeybees get stuck in water, they create their own waves and 'surf' to safety

The behavior has never been documented in other insects, researchers say.




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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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Rural community that lost two coal mines is now teaching kids to install solar panels

A program in Colorado's Delta County aims to ensure a brighter future for the next generation.




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How to help hummingbirds in winter

If you leave a hummingbird feeder out in winter, will it help the birds or tempt them not to migrate?




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White House proposes no penalty for 'incidental' killing of migratory birds

The move would weaken the century-old Migratory Bird Treaty Act.




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How to discuss climate change with your uncle

If your dinner conversation turns into a debate over global warming, here are a few tips for dealing with a climate denier.




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How to explore national parks with virtual tours

Virtual tours of national parks are providing a valuable service as people shelter at home from the coronavirus pandemic.



  • 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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Top 10 eco-disaster movies

The cinematic destruction of planet earth, or part of it, has been a favorite Hollywood movie theme for decades.



  • Climate & Weather

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Zebra escapes in downtown Atlanta

Circus animal gets away from handlers, causes a stir during rush hour.




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Texting and walking don't mix: Woman falls into fountain

Pennsylvania woman who fell into a mall fountain while texting — becoming an instant Internet sensation in the process — has hired an attorney.



  • Gadgets & Electronics

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Toomer's Corner oak set on fire after game

One of Auburn's new Toomer's Corner oaks is set on fire after Auburn beats LSU. A 29-year-old man has been taken into custody.



  • Wilderness & Resources

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Winning Nat Geo photos reveal nature and humanity at their finest

The 2019 National Geographic Travel Photo Contest focuses on nature, cities and people. Here are the stunning winners.




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​How to help in the aftermath of a mass shooting

El Paso and Dayton are in the news this week for all the wrong reasons. If you're wondering what you can do as individual, here are steps you can take.




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Photographer beckons you to explore White Sands National Park

An award-winning photographer casts his lens on one of the most surreal natural landscapes in North America that just recently became a national park.



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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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This amazing way to eat an apple makes the core disappear

Prepare to be a little freaked out and then rush to your refrigerator to try this method of eating an apple for yourself.




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What are ultra-processed foods, and are you eating too many of them?

There's processed food and then there's ultra-processed food. One of them adds a lot more sugar to our diets than we realize.




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6 foods more likely than chicken to harbor salmonella

Chicken's always the scapegoat, but there are other suprising sources of salmonella. Here are other foods that can harbor the bacteria and how to avoid it.




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What artificial sweeteners do to your body

Artificial sweeteners have been linked to diabetes, stroke and dementia.




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Everything you need to know about mooncakes (including why they're so expensive)

Mooncakes are a traditional part of the Mid-Autumn Chinese festival. But there's more to the legend of this pricey pastry.




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​It's time to stop hugging your chickens

Backyard chickens have been linked to salmonella outbreaks, in part because some owners are getting too cozy with their feathered friends.



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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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How to stock a pantry

Keep these ingredients on hand so you can throw together a meal without having to run to the grocery store.




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Chef Jose Andres responds to coronavirus with hope and action

Chef José Andrés provides the most basic human need — food — to those affected by disaster, and now he's responding to the coronavirus.




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How to make mint simple syrup for a mint julep

This easy simple syrup helps to quickly build the cocktail on Derby Day.




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How to save water

There's a lot you can do to save water. Here's a brief rundown from your friends at the Mother Nature Network that includes methods for saving water with your s



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What happened to the Everglades?

The subtropical swamp fights for survival in an environmental quagmire.



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Are mosquitoes becoming more dangerous?

From West Nile virus to dengue fever, mosquitoes seem to be getting better at sneaking diseases into the U.S. lately. It's just a hint of what's to come.



  • Translating Uncle Sam

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What causes tornadoes?

The U.S. has more tornadoes than anywhere else on Earth, but their sudden twists and turns still make them mysterious and mesmerizing.



  • Translating Uncle Sam

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How floods happen, and how to be safe

Floods are the most common natural disaster in the United States. Here's a closer look at how they occur and how to stay safe.



  • Translating Uncle Sam

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We have introduced Photoelectric Sensors E3FA and E3RA.

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New FAQs have been added concerning Machine Automation Controllers.

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OMRON's Global Service Center will suspend operations from August 11 to 19.

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We have introduced Multi-circuit Smart Power Monitor KM1.

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Omron will be exhibiting in INTERNEPCON JAPAN held at Tokyo Big Sight from Jan.19 to Jan.21, 2011.

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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)

(E3S-A)




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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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Photoelectric Sensors

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




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OMRON introduces an Overview for DeviceNet. Look for more detail information concerning DeviceNet, including Mastes and Slaves, to be added in the future.

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Nine Built-in Counters/Timers to measure equipment operating cycles and times and forecast maintenance timing

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Digital Multicircuit Protector

Complete Flexible DC Circuit Protector That Has a Wide Array of Displays, Alarm Outputs, and Other Digital Functions.(S8M)




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We have introduced Linear Motor R88L-EC, R88D-KN[]-ECT-L.

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