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New EPA Region Chief Questions Climate Science But Favors CO2 Cuts
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The new head of the Environmental Protection Agency Region 9 supports reducing carbon emissions, even if he thinks the consensus is still out on climate change (it's not).
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What Do Earwigs Do With Those Pincers Anyway?
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Earwigs are equipped with some pretty imposing pincers on their rear, and they're not afraid to use them. But when it comes to these appendages, size isn't everything.
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Federal Judge Dismisses SF and Oakland Climate Lawsuit Against Big Oil
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U.S. Judge William Alsup ruled the issue belongs in the legislative branch, not the courts.
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Nine of the Best Koko Videos
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Koko the gorilla, who was 46, died in her sleep last week. Over the years, she fascinated and elated millions of people with her facility for language. She also enchanted celebrities like Robin Williams, William Shatner and Mr. Rogers.
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Mighty Storm Rages on Mars While Robot Fleet Stands Ready to Watch
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There is a mighty windstorm now raging on Mars. From all indications, it's a whopper, stronger than any since at least 2007 and now covering most of the planet.
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Oil And Gas Industry Emits 60 Percent More Methane Than EPA Reports
The nation's oil and gas industry is emitting nearly 60 percent more methane than the official estimates of the Environmental Protection Agency, according to a new study.
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New Exhibit: Giants of Land and Sea
Northern California is where big ideas are born—and the largest living things on Earth thrive. Explore the California Academy of Sciences' new exhibit, Giants of Land and Sea, where you'll discover the powerful natural phenomena that shape our coastline, shake our cities, and nourish our forests. Open Mon-Sat 9:30am-5pm and Sun 11am-5pm.
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