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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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NASA image reveals 'cosmic candy cane' at the center of the Milky Way

Unlike most candy canes, however, this one is 190 light-years long and made of ionized gas.




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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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Get ready for the Great Backyard Bird Count

The 2020 Great Backyard Bird Count is a 4-day event when "citizen scientists" can enjoy nature while keeping tabs on local bird populations.




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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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A new national park in Afghanistan offers hope for wildlife and people

Local communities played a key role in the creation of Bamyan Plateau Protected Area, a large new national park in Afghanistan.



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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.



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How other species handle social distancing when someone is sick

Isolating ourselves during the coronavirus pandemic isn't as unnatural as it feels.




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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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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.



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Colbert pokes fun at Murdoch's iPad newspaper

'All the convenience of using your iPad to read the news online, but without the Internet's annoying habit of being completely free,' says host of 'Colbert Repo



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Think you know sharks? Take the quiz

Think you know about these mysterious creatures of the deep? Think again. Take our shark quiz and test your knowledge.




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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.



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Your dogs found what in the backyard?!

A couple of dogs snuffling through the backyard brush find a really big surprise: A bear!




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Woodpecker catches a cab in Chicago

A small woodpecker lands on a cabbie's door and gets a warm guided tour of the Windy City.




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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.)



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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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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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Giant, hot-pink slugs survive Australian fires

The bizarre 8-inch creatures exist only in the alpine forest of Mount Kaputar in New South Wales, and they miraculously survived the wildfires.




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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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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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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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Destructive spotted lanternflies are making their way across the East Coast

Spotted lanternflies are hitching a ride on everything from camping gear to Christmas trees.



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Fruits and veggies may keep the blues away

If you're looking to improve your outlook, the produce bin is a good place to start.




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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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'Alice's Restaurant': It's a Thanksgiving music tradition

There's not a lot of Thanksgiving music out there, but there's one song that's a can't miss while cooking Thanksgiving dinner.




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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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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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When you can't think, procrastibake

Sometimes in life, it's hard to stay on task. That's where procrastibaking comes in. We have recipes.




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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 do El Niño and La Niña work?

La Niña's return and looming climate change put the tropical Pacific back in the spotlight.



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Are salmonella outbreaks getting worse?

Some say evolving bugs and lax oversight are making salmonella even more dangerous.



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What's killing all the coral?

A process known as "coral bleaching" has triggered near-record rates of death and dormancy in coral reefs. At least 19 percent of Earth's coral reefs are dead.



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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.



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Flaking out: How snow forms

As snow bombards the U.S. this winter, MNN takes a look at how Mother Nature produces something so delicate and so dangerous.



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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.



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Earthquakes: Finding fault with nature

As Japan recovers from a massive earthquake, here's a look at why such tremors happen and where the next one might strike.



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How does the flu work?

It's just a tiny, mindless bundle of genes, but the flu has the power to hijack our bodies, turn us against each other and even cripple human civilization.



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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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Are fireworks bad for the environment?

Fireworks can unleash a shower of toxins into soil and water, and scientists are only beginning to figure out what that means for human health.



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We have introduced Guard Lock Safety-door Switch D4SL-N.

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Japanese website Omron IA Japan has been ranked first among B2B websites in Japan for six consecutive years.

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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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Guard Lock Safety-door Switch/D4SL-N-mounting Slide Key

World's smallest Class 6-contact Guard Lock Safety-door Switch(D4SL-N, D4SL-NSK10-LK[])




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

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We have introduced Connector-Terminal Block Conversion Units XW2R.

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Connector-Terminal Block Conversion Units for General-purpose Devices

Many Variations in Connectors and Number of Poles(XW2R (General-purpose devices))