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Industry expert reveals 'surprising' way to protect yourself during blackouts: 'People are once again dealing with widespread power outages'

Losing your power can be one of the most frustrating things for any homeowner. Luckily, your e-bike may be able to help.
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Homeowner sparks envy after managing to save nearly $30,000 on 'aesthetically pleasing' solar panel setup: 'State credits ... made it a no brainer'

Generating your own power can lead to substantial savings on utility bills. Going solar at home offers greater sustainability ...
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Scientist discovers concerning trend after studying five years of blackouts in the US: 'The underlying driver … is rarely named in the news'

One scientist revealed that the changing climate is a major driver of the largest power outages in the Central United States.
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Lawmakers announce bill to provide American renters access to plug-in solar panels: 'Giving a [renter] the same power … as a homeowner'

Maine Morning Star reported that lawmakers are considering a measure that would make it easier for renters to install the ...
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Beachgoer shares footage of bizarre, translucent creature discovered on shore: 'I wasn't sure what to do'

One beachgoer found a translucent creature along the shore in West Cork, Ireland. While it may have looked like an alien from ...
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Experts raise red flags on concerning impact of major data centers: 'One of the dirtiest forms'

Data centers powering online servers and AI have come under fire for their high energy usage, water consumption, noise and ...
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Man faces steep penalties after security camera captures illegal act: 'Let this be a lesson'

North East Lincolnshire Council has fined a man £300 (around $414) after CCTV footage captured him illegally dumping ...
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Shopper shares photo after spotting strange product in pet aisle: 'The last thing we need'

A Reddit user shared photos of Bark Bowls, a "travel-ready" dog food product, and revealed a significant packaging problem.
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Residents on high alert after wild predators are spotted in neighborhood: 'Working to track its movements'

Residents in neighborhoods near open spaces such as Laguna Lake and Irish Hills have reported multiple mountain lion sightings over the past few weeks.
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Health officials issue warning about spread of rare but dangerous disease: 'There is no specific treatment'

Officials in New South Wales are warning residents to take precautions after a probable case of Japanese encephalitis, a rare ...
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Onlooker captures photos of multimillion-dollar yacht in distressing situation: 'That's not how you drive it'

A study by Oxfam found that it would take the average person 860 years to release the same amount of pollution as one ...
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New study finds surprising source of more than 20% of state's landfills: 'We're looking to ... increase public awareness'

A recent study identified Wisconsin's food waste problem and the obstacles the state will need to overcome to reach its 2050 ...