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Israel and Jordan to Partner with NATO on Inland Water Desalination Plants

September 28, 2009 By 1 Comment
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NATO’s Science for Peace program and the Middle East Desalination Research Center (MEDRC) have awarded a team of three universities, one Jordanian, one Israeli and one American a grant to set up two parallel water desalination plants at one site each in Jordan and Israel. This grant is meant to promote collaboration across borders and [...]

850 New Species Found Underground

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In the Australian outbacks, 18 scientists have just discovered over 850 new species living underground.

40 Pangolins Rescued in Smuggling Stakeout

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40 pangolins – including baby pangolins – have been rescued by Malaysian authorities. A four-day stakeout by Malaysian special forces along the Sungai Sarang Buaya resulted in the rescue of about 40 pangolins – and the arrest of a smuggler.

10 Fascinating Tiger Facts — And Photo Gallery!

September 28, 2009 By 2 Comments
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Still in the mood for International Tiger Day? Enjoy a photo gallery of gorgeous tigers – and 10 fascinating tiger facts. One day hardly seems like enough for endangered tigers. To celebrate International Tiger Day a bit longer, here is a gallery of gorgeous tiger photos – and ten fascinating tiger facts. Enjoy!

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1Sky Makes it Easy to Tell Your Senator How You Feel About Clean Energy

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The Senate climate bill is coming out any day now, and it’s time to get heard! With a new tool from 1Sky, it’s easier than ever to call your Senator and let him or her know you support a strong clean energy policy.