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Scientists use radiation and bacteria to slash mosquito populations on two Chinese islands

Combining two insect-control techniques, researchers largely prevented reproduction in a mosquito species known to carry Zika, dengue, and yellow fever.




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A new 3D map of the Milky Way flaunts our galaxy’s warped shape

Using data from an especially bright population of stars, astronomers have reconstructed the Milky Way’s peaks and valleys like never before.




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How kiwi plants’ Shy Girls and Friendly Boys helped them evolve separate sexes

These two genes are all it takes to determine the sex of a kiwifruit.




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Super-shy catsharks have a weird way of lighting up

Two kinds of glow-in-the-dark catsharks convert blue light to green, and now we know how.




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Cone-shaped meteorites are ‘just right’ for plummeting to Earth

Researchers eroding clay in water may have uncovered secrets of meteorites’ aerodynamic stability.




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Newly described species of electric eel serves up shocks of 860 volts

That earns this fish, Electrophorus voltai, the title of the strongest known living source of electricity.




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Vampire bats form lasting bonds of ‘friendship,’ just like us

The relationships these winged mammals forge in captivity are strong enough to survive the jarring transition back into the wild.




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From ashes to AI: How technology puts a new lens on ancient texts

Recent breakthroughs in scanning, image processing, and machine learning are helping researchers read historic documents once considered lost to time.




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First Look: Shimano's New Deore 12-Speed Group & Other 2021 Updates



The 12-speed trickle down continues as Shimano unveils their new Deore drivetrain, along with new brakes and wheels.
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Photo Epic: #PanShotFriday - Crowd-Sourced Blur Love From The Week of May 8th



Another hit of blurry goodness.
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Mavic Placed into Receivership in France



Courts place Mavic into receivership as they try to work out who actually owns the French wheel brand.
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Video: Oscar Härnström Builds and Shreds a Downhill Track Made from Snow



Oscar built this track while Sweden was still in the grip of winter and planned on more until CoVID-19 hit.
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Specialized Diverge EVO: Gravel Shredder, High-End Hybrid, or Just a Rigid Mountain Bike?



Does a flat-bar gravel bike appeal to you, or is this just a mountain bike with not enough tire clearance?
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Show mom some brunch-drunk love with simple, scrumptious eats at home

What makes the perfect Mother's Day morning? How about a foolproof frittata and fruity cocktail recipe? Crafted by professionals, these are easy enough to allow the guest of honor to relax and let someone else handle the cooking!




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DC Comics superhero Hershey bars are coming but sent to frontline coronavirus workers first

Talk about a sweet gesture. A line of DC Comics superhero chocolate bars is coming, but before you can get your hands on them, Hershey’s is first giving them out to workers on the frontlines of the coronavirus pandemic.




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Coimhlint ag Stobart do sheirbhísí aerthaistil - Willie Walsh

D'fhéadfadh go mbeadh coimhlint ghéar ag Stobart Air le haerlínte eile ag solathár seirbhísí aeir réigiúnach do Aer Lingus, na seirbhísí idir Dún na nGall agus Baile Átha Cliath san áireamh.




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Editorial: Orange County Sheriff's Department can't be trusted to police itself

More scandal in the Orange County Sheriff's Department shows the department — like all sheriff's departments — should have independent civilian oversight.




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Editorial: Trump finally shows some leadership in the coronavirus fight. Let's hope it lasts

After weeks of dithering, Trump finally seems to have gotten the message that Americans are desperate for more than empty assurances on coronavirus.




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Editorial: Hey, anti-vaxxers, are you ready to get your shots yet?

With coronavirus on the rampage, perhaps the people who don't believe in vaccinations will rethink their irresponsible position.




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Editorial: Trump's China-bashing might make his base happy, but it puts everyone at risk

Just when President Trump started to rise to the challenge of leading a nation through the coronavirus pandemic, he slips back to his old, tired tricks.




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Editorial: If the government says to close up shop and stay home to fight the coronavirus, do it. That means you too, Elon Musk

Ideally, business owners and individuals will make the right decisions in the face of coronavirus. But then, there will always be companies like Tesla.




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Editorial: Defendants who can't tell right from wrong shouldn't be convicted

The Supreme Court makes it easier for states to convict mentally ill defendants.




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Editorial: Coronavirus isn't an excuse to rush through far-reaching laws that hurt L.A.'s businesses

The Los Angeles City Council is rushing a major law that would dictate how businesses rehire workers after layoffs.




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Editorial: Coronavirus whack-a-mole isn't working. It's time for a nationwide shutdown

With the U.S. now leading the world in COVID-19 infections, it's time for the nation to stay at home.




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Editorial: Migrant children shouldn't be detained, but especially not during a pandemic

A federal judge was right to order the Trump administration to move faster to release detained migrant children from conditions that put them at risk for COVID-19.




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Editorial: Hey, sheriff and supervisors, knock off your squabbling. People are dying out here

The last thing L.A. County needs during a coronavirus pandemic is a turf battle between the sheriff and the Board of Supervisors.




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Editorial: Closing houses of worship during the pandemic is an act of faith and charity

Communing online is a necessity during the COVID-19 pandemic.




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Editorial: School shutdowns threaten to worsen the achievement gap

It would be grossly unfair to allow disadvantaged students to languish during a long gap in schooling while students whose families have more resources forge ahead.




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Editorial: Fossil fuels and nativism: Trump is using coronavirus to push through his draconian agenda

Cutting off asylum-seekers isn't the only controversial policy issue President Trump has forged ahead with under the guise of fighting COVID-19.




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Editorial: 'Bedlam' shows us what we've done to our mental health system

Psychiatrist Kenneth Rosenberg's film brings together many strands of American dysfunction: mental healthcare, incarceration, homelessness, policing, race. It provides few answers but helps us ask the right questions.




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Editorial: Migrants who pay taxes should get stimulus checks — even if they're undocumented

The federal stimulus checks go to people with Social Security numbers, leaving out millions who work in the U.S. without permission, but who pay taxes.




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Editorial: This California town has the coronavirus testing program we all need. We should be thankful they do

Don't hate Bolinas, California for having the means to undertake a mass testing program. Thank them for doing the rest of us a favor.




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Editorial: Does the U.S. Constitution guarantee kids the right to be taught how to read? It should

A federal appeals court rules that a state's failure to teach kids their ABCs denies students their rights under the U.S. Constitution.




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Paul George showcases his 'tough cat' grit in rallying Clippers over Spurs

Paul George scores 19 points and spearheads the Clippers' fourth-quarter rally despite taking a elbow to the nose in a 108-105 win over the Spurs.




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Clippers shake off slow start and make 24 three-pointers to beat Heat

The Clippers shook off a slow start to beat the Miami Heat 128-111.




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Elliott: Clippers' best-case scenario: Add Marcus Morris, keep Landry Shamet

The Clippers added another scoring dimension by acquiring Knicks forward Marcus Morris and accomplished it with a minimum of disruption.




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Clippers continue title push by acquiring Marcus Morris

In a signal of going all-in for an NBA title, the Clippers pulled off a series of trades that culminated in the acquisition of Marcus Morris.




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Marcus Morris shows Clippers can plug him into lineup, and he's not the only one

The Clippers acquired Marcus Morris not only to complement Kawhi Leonard and Paul George when the roster is at full strength but also to fill the void when it is not.




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LeBron James, Anthony Davis and almost-Laker Kawhi Leonard show what might have been

LeBron James, Anthony Davis and Kawhi Leonard were all wearing the same uniform, Frank Vogel coaching on the sidelines and thought of what might have been.




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Breaking down the Lakers' and Clippers' biggest competition for the NBA championship

Giannis Antetokounmpo's outstanding skills are one reason why the Milwaukee Bucks are fully capable of beating the Lakers or Clippers for the NBA title.




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Clippers show precision and focus in victory over Thunder

With their gaze fixed fully on the playoffs for months, the Clippers have been guilty of appearing disinterested at times during the regular season.




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Clippers' Marcus Morris takes the blame after missing all of his shots against Lakers

Marcus Morris has struggled with his shooting since joining the Clippers, and after a tough outing against the Lakers, he's blaming no one but himself.




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Clippers coach Doc Rivers speaks to Rams players about leadership and winning

Clippers coach Doc Rivers spent time Thursday speaking to Rams players and answering questions about winning through teamwork.




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Deputies were ordered to delete Kobe Bryant crash photos to avoid discipline, sources say

In an attempt to keep the matter under wraps, the Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department quietly ordered deputies to delete any photos of the Kobe Bryant helicopter crash scene after a citizen complained that a deputy was showing the gruesome images at a Norwalk bar, two public safety sources with knowledge of the events said.




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Vanessa Bryant 'devastated' by allegations that deputies shared Kobe crash photos

The Los Angeles Times first reported allegations that deputies were sharing graphic crash photos. Vanessa Bryant's lawyer has asked for an investigation.




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Markieff Morris used push-ups to get over his performance against Zion Williamson

Markieff Morris wasn't very pleased with how he played against Zion Williamson and the Pelicans on Sunday, so the new Laker did something about it.




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How LeBron James knows when to shoot from 30 feet or farther

Lakers star LeBron James pulled up 36 feet and made a shot against the 76ers on Tuesday. How does he know when to shoot those: "It's just a feeling."




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Plaschke: In a battle of superstars, LeBron James shines as the true MVP

If one game could decide the NBA MVP, it was Lakers vs. Bucks, and LeBron James came out on top against Giannis Antetokounmpo.




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Plaschke: After being pushed around by Clippers, Lakers prove they can beat their rivals

LeBron James and the Lakers proved on Sunday that the team is capable of beating their crosstown rivals in the playoffs this season.




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Hernández: Lakers' possible exposure to coronavirus shows seriousness of this pandemic

Like millions of other Americans, the Lakers might have been exposed to the virus at work, specifically in their last game before the NBA suspended its season.