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A new fossil from China may reveal the first amphibian known to have lived entirely at sea; the armoured, 2.4-foot creature lived about 237 million years ago, challenging what scientists know about amphibian evolution

AI representation of a sea Amphibian Whenever we think of amphibians, we usually picture animals that live both on land and in water, such as frogs, salamanders and newts. Their ability to survive in both environments is one of the defining features of the group. But what if an amphibian once lived entirely in the…

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In 1916, engineers straightened a Tennessee river to drain land; 110 years later, authorities have acquired 985 acres to reconnect its floodplain, reduce future flooding in Jackson and create a new public nature area

In 1916, engineers straightened a Tennessee river to drain land; 110 years later, authorities have acquired 985 acres to reconnect its floodplain, reduce future flooding in Jackson and create a new public nature area

Changes made to Forked Deer River near Jackson in 1916 have contributed to flash floods. (Representational photo: NOAA) A river in Tennessee, US, that was straightened more than a century ago to drain surrounding land is now being prepared for restoration after years of flooding problems. Authorities have acquired 985 acres along the South Fork…

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In 2021, an Ohio couple signed a deal to share house-sale proceeds if they split; after their breakup and a ,897 dispute, judges upheld the agreement, giving the woman ,466 despite a fight over renovation spending

In 2021, an Ohio couple signed a deal to share house-sale proceeds if they split; after their breakup and a $71,897 dispute, judges upheld the agreement, giving the woman $41,466 despite a fight over renovation spending

The woman filed an agreement claiming a share of the house-sale money. A man in Ohio who refused to share money from the sale of his house with his former partner has lost a court battle over an agreement they signed when they were planning to get married. James R Cline argued that his former…

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A Texas woman kept emus, ostriches, goats and 30 chickens on her 14-acre homestead, prompting a feud over property rules; the state’s Supreme Court has now blocked her neighbours’ broad demand to inspect the land

A Texas woman kept emus, ostriches, goats and 30 chickens on her 14-acre homestead, prompting a feud over property rules; the state’s Supreme Court has now blocked her neighbours’ broad demand to inspect the land

A long-running dispute over animals, fences and property rules on a 14-acre Texas homestead has ended, at least for now, with a win for the landowner. Pamela Bosco, who kept emus, ostriches, goats and about 30 chickens on her Hays County property, faced a broad legal demand from neighbours seeking access to inspect her land….

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North Korea tests new cluster-bomb warhead under Kim Jong-un’s military push

North Korea tests new cluster-bomb warhead under Kim Jong-un’s military push

Kim Jong-un’s military tests cluster bomb warhead, eyes year-end deployment North Korea has carried out another test of a cluster-bomb warhead for tactical ballistic missiles, with plans to make different variants available to military units by the end of this year, Yonhap News Agency reported, citing state media.The test was conducted on Saturday by the…

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1 killed, several injured in shooting at US stadium after Alabama football game

1 killed, several injured in shooting at US stadium after Alabama football game

Gunfire at US stadium after Alabama football game leaves 1 dead One person was killed and several others were injured in a shooting in Alabama’s Birmingham on Saturday night, shortly after the Magic City Classic football game ended.Gunfire broke out around 7:50 pm (local time) at Legion Field stadium, AL.com reported.The Jefferson County Coroner’s Office…

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Quad must safeguard freedom of choice and secure supply chains, says Jaishankar

Quad must safeguard freedom of choice and secure supply chains, says Jaishankar

During the Quad meeting, External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar highlighted the significance of preserving freedom of choice and ensuring secure supply chains. (Pic Credit: X) External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Saturday highlighted freedom of choice, secure supply chains and tackling non-market practices as key areas of focus for the Quad, while calling for a…

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MrBeast takes on some of the world’s biggest sports icons as LeBron James, Erling Haaland and Simone Biles enter his YouTube arena

MrBeast takes on some of the world’s biggest sports icons as LeBron James, Erling Haaland and Simone Biles enter his YouTube arena

MrBeast has built his online empire by turning unusual ideas into massive entertainment spectacles. His latest video takes that formula into the world of sports, but this time, he is facing some of the biggest names in athletics. The YouTube superstar went head-to-head with LeBron James, Caitlin Clark, Erling Haaland, Simone Biles and Alysa Liu…

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Halloween, protests and chaos – why is Gen Z taking to the streets across Germany

Halloween, protests and chaos – why is Gen Z taking to the streets across Germany

Halloween, protests and chaos: Gen Z demonstrations rock German cities (AP photo) Thousands of young people took to the streets across Germany on Saturday to protest against rising living costs, cuts in education spending and plans to strengthen the country’s military, but demonstrations in several cities turned violent in the evening, with rioters looting shops…

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