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$13 thrift store camera hid 70-year-old undeveloped film
6 February 2026 @ 6:05 pm
No one knows who is in the photos—yet.
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The lobstermen teaming up with scientists to save endangered whales
6 February 2026 @ 5:00 pm
In a game of scientific telephone, if you find the food, you find the whales—and sound the alarm.
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Sennheiser’s New Year, New Gear premium headphones sale lets you elevate your listening for less
6 February 2026 @ 3:00 pm
Save big on Sennheiser audiophile headphones, earphones, and more. Grab these limited-time deals before they disappear and enjoy superior sound!
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Yes, eating carrots can help your eyesight. But it’s not a cure-all.
6 February 2026 @ 2:01 pm
The World War II propaganda that touted the veggie wasn’t totally wrong, but carrots still won't give you night vision.
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MIT professor designs 2026 Winter Olympics torch
6 February 2026 @ 1:08 am
Officially named ‘Essential,’ the torch was designed by Carlo Ratti and weighs only 2.5 pounds.
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2026 Valentine’s Day Gift Guide: 26 perfect presents for your partner
5 February 2026 @ 10:37 pm
Whether they're outdoor enthusiasts, die-hard gamers, audiophiles, cinephiles, or anything in between, you can give your love something that they love.
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Termites are swarming Florida even faster than predicted
5 February 2026 @ 6:46 pm
Most of the state may be fighting the invasive species by 2050.
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Fire may have altered human DNA
5 February 2026 @ 4:30 pm
‘Unlike any other species, most humans will burn themselves repeatedly over their lifetime.’
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Australia mints colorful $1 coins to honor Olympians and Paralympians
5 February 2026 @ 3:16 pm
Let the games begin.
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In 1916, hybrid cars could’ve changed history. But Ford wouldn’t allow it.
5 February 2026 @ 2:01 pm
Henry Ford's monopoly on the automobile industry meant that hybrids wouldn't see the light of day for decades.
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