53 m. ago Turning trash into treasure: How microwaves are revolutionizing e

You may not have heard of tantalum, but chances are you're holding some right now. It's an essential component in our cell phones and laptops, and currently, there's no effective substitute. Even if you plan to recycle your devices after they die, the tantalum inside is likely to end up in a landfill or shipped overseas, being lost forever.

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3 h. ago Conservationist Shiloh Schulte, of Kennebunk, dies in research helicopter crash in Alaska

Conservationist Shiloh Schulte, of Kennebunk, dies in research helicopter crash in Alaska  Seacoastonline.com

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3 h. ago Democratic Rep. Nanette Barragán discusses protests against immigration sweeps in LA

NPR speaks with Democratic Rep. Nanette Barragán of California, whose district includes the community of Paramount just south of Los Angeles, where protests against immigration enforcement flared up this weekend.

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6 h. ago Do you need a magnesium supplement? Experts share symptoms of deficiency

Health experts explain magnesium's role in preventing disease, improving sleep, reducing anxiety and supporting bone health, with guidance on dietary sources and supplement options.

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8 h. ago This day in history: Vietnamese refugees settle in Washington, with more on the way; San Diego Zoo steps in after silent film star Nell Shipman abandons 40 animals at Priest Lake

This day in history: Vietnamese refugees settle in Washington, with more on the way; San Diego Zoo steps in after silent film star Nell Shipman abandons 40 animals at Priest Lake  The Spokesman-Review

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9 h. ago ‘First time since 1965’: National Guard order pits Trump against governor

‘First time since 1965’: National Guard order pits Trump against governor  South China Morning Post

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10 h. ago Trump’s new travel ban takes effect, citizens of 12 nations barred from US

Trump’s new travel ban takes effect, citizens of 12 nations barred from US  South China Morning Post

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12 h. ago Israel Detains Greta Thunberg's 'Selfie Yacht,' Hands Out Sandwiches: 'Show Is Over'

The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) intercepted the Madleen, a boat carrying pro-Palestinian activists, including climate activist Greta Thunberg, who were trying to land in Gaza but were detained Monday local time without incident. The post Israel Detains Greta Thunberg’s ‘Selfie Yacht,’ Hands Out Sandwiches: ‘Show Is Over’ appeared first on Breitbart.

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18 h. ago Conrad Shinn, First Pilot to Land at the South Pole, Dies at 102

His Navy plane spent only 49 minutes on the ground and needed a boost from small rockets to break free from the ice and take off.

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19 h. ago National Guard troops ordered to Los Angeles by Trump find quiet streets and few protests

The arrival of the National Guard followed two days of protests that began Friday in downtown Los Angeles before spreading on Saturday to Paramount, a heavily Latino city south of the city, and neighboring Compton. The post National Guard troops ordered to Los Angeles by Trump find quiet streets and few protests appeared first on Boston.com.

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20 h. ago LA protests live: Unrest seems to die down overnight as mayor tells protesters ‘don’t engage in chaos’

LA protests live: Unrest seems to die down overnight as mayor tells protesters ‘don’t engage in chaos’  BBC

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21 h. ago VIDEO: ‘Emergency’ protest draws hundreds to South Park in opposition of ICE raids

VIDEO: ‘Emergency’ protest draws hundreds to South Park in opposition of ICE raids  KRON4

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22 h. ago Newsom Criticizes Hegseth for Saying Marines Could be Mobilized in California

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth said on Saturday night that Marines at Camp Pendleton, about 100 miles south of Los Angeles, were on high alert.

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28 h. ago South American tourists offset the decline in arrivals from the United States and Canada

South American tourists offset the decline in arrivals from the United States and Canada  Dominican Today

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28 h. ago ‘Mean Girls’ Star Renee Rapp Slams Trump White House at World Pride Parade: ‘They Can F**k Off. They Can Die’

The World Pride Parade took over the streets of Washington, DC, on Saturday in what was self-regardingly hailed as "a global celebration of 2SLGBTQIA+ culture and identity." The post ‘Mean Girls’ Star Reneé Rapp Slams Trump White House at World Pride Parade: ‘They Can F**k Off. They Can Die’ appeared first on Breitbart.

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30 h. ago Elon Musk’s Starlink Hits a Roadblock in Its March Across South America

Mr. Musk’s Starlink has brought the internet to some of South America’s most remote places. But Bolivia is shunning it, even as many there are desperate for better service.

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35 h. ago Two killed in fatal North Slope helicopter crash identified as Maine bird scientist and veteran pilot

Two killed in fatal North Slope helicopter crash identified as Maine bird scientist and veteran pilot  Must Read Alaska

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35 h. ago Jane Larkworthy, 62, a Top Magazine Writer and Editor on Beauty, Dies

She made her mark in publications like Glamour, W, Jane and Mademoiselle. In 2007, she was on the receiving end of media attention, testifying in a sensational trial.

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39 h. ago Severe storms threaten millions in South from Texas to Carolinas

More than 40 million Americans are in the threat zone through Saturday night, stretching from Texas to the Carolinas.

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40 h. ago Bill Atkinson, Macintosh Pioneer and Inventor of Hypercard, Dies at 74

Atkinson’s gleeful brilliance helped people draw on computer screens and access information via links.

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