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These birds prove you don't need a big brain for a complex social life

Multilevel societies had only been found in big-brained mammals. Then researchers studied the vulturine guineafowl.




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Black-throated finch wins 2019 Australian bird of the year

The 'subtly stunning' songbird needs attention like this to save it from habitat loss, conservationists say.




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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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A blue whale's heart may only beat twice per minute when diving for food

This is the first time scientists have recorded the heart rate of a blue whale, the largest animal on Earth.




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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 did animals survive 'Snowball Earth'?

A new study examines how early animals might have endured the worst ice age in Earth's history.



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Catastrophic fires in Australia raise concerns about the future of koalas

Rescuers are racing to save koalas as a barrage of bushfires roar across the country.




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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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White Island volcano erupts in New Zealand

The eruption killed 17 people and severely burned many survivors.



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Why Australia's surge of highly venomous spiders isn't as bad as it sounds

And why a zoo is asking the public to help capture them.




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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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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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Watch Bryde's whales feed off New Zealand

Drone footage captures rare Bryde’s whale mother and baby feeding. There are only about 200 of the creatures known to swim in those waters.




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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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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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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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Here's the most popular Halloween candy in every state

This interactive map reveals the top three Halloween treats in each state.




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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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5 healthy dips for your Super Bowl party

Opt for dips with beans or nuts as the base and you'll instantly up the nutrition factor of your Super Bowl spread.




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Is the charcoal food trend dangerous?

Activated charcoal foods may be Instagram-worthy, but are they good for you?




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Why the date of Passover always changes

Passover moves around our modern calendar, but it always falls on the same day on the Jewish calendar.



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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.



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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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Are small particulates a big deal?

U.S. particulate pollution isn't the deadly threat it once was, but the dangerously tiny specks still often plague big cities as well as rural wilderness.



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Where does coal come from?

Coal is a cornerstone of modern life, but its foundations pre-date the dinosaurs.



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Urban or rural: Which is more energy-efficient?

Most Americans live in urban areas, forming huge hot spots of energy consumption. But while rural residents use less energy overall, cities are often slicker ab



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Overfishing: Are there really plenty of fish in the sea?

Overfishing sent many U.S. fisheries into free fall last century. Can a new focus on sustainability save fish and fishermen from going extinct?



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Glacial profiling: Are glaciers on thin ice?

Glaciers around the world are melting faster than usual, threatening to eliminate some of our largest and oldest freshwater sources. Should we be worried?



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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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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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We have introduced Energy Savings Analysis Software EWS-DE10.

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

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We have introduced Programmable Terminals NB Series.

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We have introduced Confocal Fiber Displacement Sensor ZW.

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We have introduced Maximum quality at maximum efficiency VT-S720.

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We have introduced Proximity Sensor with All-stainless Housing E2EF.

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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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Digital Temperature Controller (48 x 48 mm)

48 x 48 mm. Large White PV Display That's Easier to Read. Easy to Use, from Model Selection to Setup and Operation. A Complete Range of I/O Capacities, Functions, and Performance. Handles More Applications. E5CC-B is our Value Design product which increase the value of your control panel.(E5CC, E5CC-B, E5CC-U)




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Digital Temperature Controller (48 x 96 mm)

48 x 96 mm. Large White PV Display That's Easier to Read. Easy to Use, from Model Selection to Setup and Operation. A Complete Range of I/O Capacities, Functions, and Performance. Handles More Applications. E5EC-B is our Value Design product which increase the value of your control panel.(E5EC, E5EC-B)




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Programmable Terminals

Quality color display with LED backlighting. Complete HMI family. Comprehensive features.(NB Series)




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Proximity Sensor with All-stainless Housing

Metal Head for long-distance Detection that Withstands Harsh Environments Where the Workpiece Can Rub against the Sensor(E2EF)




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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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Temperature Sensor (General-purpose Models)

Sheathed Platinum Resistance Thermometers, Standard Platinum Resistance Thermometers, Sheathed Thermocouples and Standard Thermocouples(E52 (General purpose Models))




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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)