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New box jellyfish name warns of 'death from behind'

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Environment Animals Wildlife New box jellyfish name warns of'death from behind' More information Adding us as a Preferred Source in Google by using this link indicates that you would like to see more of our content in Google News results. The jellyfish looks nearly identical to a relative species. Breakthroughs, discoveries, and DIY tips sent six days a week. A recently discovered box jellyfish species living in near Singapore looks nearly identical to jellyfish previously discovered by the same scientist. But regardless of whether or not you can tell and apart, you'll want to steer clear of both of them.


The boat-billed heron looks fake but is very real

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Their beautiful bulky bills are perfect for scooping up dinner. More information Adding us as a Preferred Source in Google by using this link indicates that you would like to see more of our content in Google News results. Their unique bill is perfect for scooping up crustaceans, fish, amphibians, and insects. Breakthroughs, discoveries, and DIY tips sent six days a week. When you think of a heron, chances are you imagine an elegant, long-legged bird posing majestically on the edge of a body of water.


10 images of Iceland's changing landscape

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A new documentary uses archival photos to tell the story of the land of fire and ice. More information Adding us as a Preferred Source in Google by using this link indicates that you would like to see more of our content in Google News results. Strong winds lift snow off a glacial cap on a sunny day in Iceland. Breakthroughs, discoveries, and DIY tips sent six days a week. What happens when your homeland begins to melt?


Grab rare deals on high-end outdoor gear from Huckberry: Filson, Flint and Tinder, Marine Layer, and more

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These luxurious outdoor products don't go on sale often, so stock up now and get ready for summer weddings, road trips, or anything else that requires you to change out of sweats. More information Adding us as a Preferred Source in Google by using this link indicates that you would like to see more of our content in Google News results. You don't have to be outdoorsy to look outdoorsy. We may earn revenue from the products available on this page and participate in affiliate programs. Huckberry kicked off its Memorial Day Weekend Sale with up to 20 percent off a deep cross-section of its catalog, and the long weekend itself is the deadline.


12 new features Apple quietly added in iPhone updates

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More information Adding us as a Preferred Source in Google by using this link indicates that you would like to see more of our content in Google News results. Installing the latest software unlocks new iPhone features. Breakthroughs, discoveries, and DIY tips sent six days a week. The major refreshes that Apple gives its software each year get a lot of attention-- you can read our round-up of new iOS 26 and macOS 26 features --but there are also plenty of minor updates that appear during the rest of the year as well. These minor updates don't often include big changes that will significantly affect how you use your devices, but they regularly feature small improvements and tweaks that are well worth knowing about.


The unexpected science hiding in Dante's 'Inferno'

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The poem appears to have geophysics and geology that was not understood in medieval times. More information Adding us as a Preferred Source in Google by using this link indicates that you would like to see more of our content in Google News results. "The Divine Comedy" is divided into the "Inferno," "Purgatorio," and "Paradiso." Breakthroughs, discoveries, and DIY tips sent six days a week. Dante Alighieri's is one of the most famous Italian literary works, if not most famous.


10 must-know tips for visiting Yellowstone National Park

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Don't forget the bear spray. More information Adding us as a Preferred Source in Google by using this link indicates that you would like to see more of our content in Google News results. Breakthroughs, discoveries, and DIY tips sent six days a week. The park, spread across 2.2 million acres and three states, includes half of Earth's active geysers, the Grand Canyon of the Yellowstone River, and stunning wildlife. Ahead of the 2026 summer tourist season, Yellowstone National Park recommends following these 10 steps for making the most out of your visit.


7 ways toilets have killed people

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From a WWII submarine sewage disaster to a deadly medieval pit toilet collapse, doing your business can come with risks. More information Adding us as a Preferred Source in Google by using this link indicates that you would like to see more of our content in Google News results. Toilets can be surprisingly dangerous. Breakthroughs, discoveries, and DIY tips sent six days a week. In 1076, a Dutch nobleman named Duke Godfrey "the Hunchback" of Lower Lorraine was murdered in a most unusual way .


Google's Android XR smart glasses hope to succeed where AI-first wearables have failed

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Gear Wearables Google's Android XR smart glasses hope to succeed where AI-first wearables have failed The audio-only frames pair with Android and iOS so a Gemini agent can run errands on your phone while you stay heads-up. More information Adding us as a Preferred Source in Google by using this link indicates that you would like to see more of our content in Google News results. We may earn revenue from the products available on this page and participate in affiliate programs. Google put AI on people's faces more than a decade ago with its Google Glass wearable. It was designed to put a computer directly on your face, but the world (and to some extent, the hardware) wasn't quite ready for that yet.


Newly discovered spider has smiley face on its back

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'I knew instantly we had a jackpot.' More information Adding us as a Preferred Source in Google by using this link indicates that you would like to see more of our content in Google News results. Both species appear to have a preference for ginger plants. Breakthroughs, discoveries, and DIY tips sent six days a week. The happy-face spider () is famous for the particularly cheery looking patterns on top of its abdomen.