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This Chilean community catches fog in giant nets and turns coastal mist into water; the unusual idea now harvests up to 650,000 litres a year in a drought-hit region

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This Chilean community catches fog in giant nets and turns coastal mist into water; the unusual idea now harvests up to 650,000 litres a year in a drought-hit region

A drought-hit community in northern Chile has found an unusual source of water in something that usually passes unnoticed. On the hills above Peña Blanca, in the Coquimbo region, giant mesh nets are positioned to intercept coastal fog, locally known as camanchaca, as it moves inland from the Pacific. Tiny droplets suspended in the fog … Read more

Quote of the day by Arnold Schwarzenegger: “Never follow the crowd, go where it’s…” – a powerful advice on success

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Quote of the day by Arnold Schwarzenegger: "Never follow the crowd, go where it's…" - a powerful advice on success

Quote of the day by Arnold Schwarzenegger (Image: Wikipedia) Arnold Schwarzenegger‘s quote is a genuinely powerful reminder about individuality, courage and finding real opportunity precisely where other people are not already looking. “Never follow the crowd, go where it’s empty,” he wrote in his 2012 memoir, Total Recall: My Unbelievably True Life Story, a line … Read more

In 1978, advocates sought affordable homes in a New York town; nearly 50 years and a landmark court battle later, a $98 million community with 145 homes is finally complete

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In 1978, advocates sought affordable homes in a New York town; nearly 50 years and a landmark court battle later, a $98 million community with 145 homes is finally complete

Representative Image (AI-generated) A proposal that began as a fight for affordable housing in a Long Island community in 1978 has finally resulted in 145 affordable homes. Matinecock Court, a nearly $98 million affordable housing development in the Town of Huntington in Suffolk County, was completed in 2026 after decades of legal and political obstacles. … Read more

Chinese man studying in Canada arrested by US for espionage-like activities, sister says ‘If my brother is a Chinese spy, then I am Trump’s father’

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Chinese man studying in Canada arrested by US for espionage-like activities, sister says 'If my brother is a Chinese spy, then I am Trump's father'

A Chinese student studying in Canada has been arrested in the US for espionage-like activities as he was seen taking photographs of planes, freight, etc. A Chinese student studying at a Canadian university has been arrested in the United States after US authorities accused him of taking photographs at airports and freight facilities at the … Read more

A former California oil field has faced development pressure for 50 years; after a 25-year preservation fight, supporters are $20 million short of a $95 million land purchase

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A former California oil field has faced development pressure for 50 years; after a 25-year preservation fight, supporters are $20 million short of a $95 million land purchase

Sign in West Coyote Hills advertising proposed trails. (Photos: Fullerton Observer) For 50 years, West Coyote Hills in Fullerton, California, has faced the threat of development. The 510-acre open space is a former oil field owned by Chevron-Pacific Coast Homes and surrounded by parts three cities- La Mirada, Buena Park and La Habra.Now, after 25 … Read more

In Oklahoma, a veteran spent 5 years fighting back invasive cedars on his 400-acre ranch; now native grasses are returning and water is flowing into newly reappearing streams

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In Oklahoma, a veteran spent 5 years fighting back invasive cedars on his 400-acre ranch; now native grasses are returning and water is flowing into newly reappearing streams

Heishman started working with Duel Brown, the Pawnee County conservationist for the Natural Resources Conservation Service, who helped find practical ways to improve the property. Retired Marine Corps veteran Brian Heishman has been slowly turning a 400-acre ranch near Pawnee, Oklahoma, into a cedar forest for five years. An overgrown property, choked by Eastern Red … Read more

He came to Canada to study. Then he protested and was ordered to leave. Gurpreet Singh says the intimidation worked, students are now afraid

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He came to Canada to study. Then he protested and was ordered to leave. Gurpreet Singh says the intimidation worked, students are now afraid

Gurpreet Singh now has no option other than leaving Canada. (Photo: Toronto Star) Gurpreet Singh thought he was fighting for the right to stay in Canada and build a life after completing his studies. Instead, the 29-year-old Indian student says his participation in a peaceful protest ended with Canadian immigration authorities ordering him to leave … Read more

Thermal Airport Fire update: Vegetation blaze in Riverside County closes Jacqueline Cochran airport; watch scary visuals

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A vegetation blaze dubbed the Airport Fire was reported in Thermal, California on September 4. At the time of writing, the fire is at 3 acres, as per WatchDuty. A vegetation blaze dubbed the Airport Fire was reported in Thermal, California. Image for representational purposes. (Unsplash) Initially, the Airport Fire was a ‘1/4 acre vegetation … Read more

When is John Fetterman up for reelection? Questions rise over senator’s future after damning report on work

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Senator John Fetterman’s future in the US Senate is facing renewed scrutiny after a report portrayed the Pennsylvania Democrat as increasingly disengaged from some of the core duties of his office, including meetings with constituents and lawmakers. John Fetterman faces new questions over Senate role: Here’s when he is up for reelection. (Bloomberg) Fetterman is … Read more

Trump White House launches immigration arcade games; netizens react – ‘If taxpayer dollars were spent on this….’

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The White House has launched an online arcade featuring five retro-style video games based on President Donald Trump’s policy agenda, including two that turn immigration enforcement and border security into interactive games. Trump administration launches arcade games on immigration. (AFP) The “Arcade” section was added to the official White House website on September 3. It … Read more