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Jan 01 2026ENVIRONMENT

Invasive Plants: The Hidden Impact on Tiny Forest Friends

Forests in eastern North America are facing a silent crisis. Invasive plants, like the Amur honeysuckle, are taking over. They're pushing out native plants, changing the forest floor. This change might seem small, but it has big effects. It's not just about the plants. It's about the tiny creatures

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Dec 15 2025LIFESTYLE

A Mall's New Life: From Shopping to Community

Oakland Mall in Troy, Michigan, is not just another shopping center struggling to keep up with the times. It's a place that's reinventing itself, turning empty spaces into hubs for art, music, and community support. The mall has seen many stores, like Macy's, close their doors after years of busines

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Nov 28 2025ENVIRONMENT

Forest Acres Park Gets a Big Makeover

Forest Acres is getting a major upgrade to Citadel Park. The park will be closed from December 1, 2025, to March 31, 2026. This is to fix the damage caused by Hurricane Helene. The storm took down many trees and left the park in bad shape. The city chose to close the park in winter. This way, fewer

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Nov 17 2025EDUCATION

Oakland Schools Face Heat for Jewish Student Discrimination

Oakland Unified School District is in hot water after the California Department of Education found that it created a hostile environment for Jewish students and staff. The department issued three rulings in late October, criticizing the district for taking over a year to respond to complaints of ant

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Oct 29 2025TECHNOLOGY

Smart Glasses for Football Fans: Oakley Meta Vanguard Review

Oakley Meta Vanguard glasses are not just for athletes; they are also a game-changer for football fans. These AI-powered glasses can help fans stay updated on stats, prepare for game day, and capture memorable moments effortlessly. The glasses feature a 12-megapixel camera with various modes, allowi

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Oct 25 2025ENVIRONMENT

Drones and Forests: A New Way to Watch Trees Grow

Forests are always changing. They grow, they shrink, and they adapt. This is especially true in tropical areas where human activity puts a lot of pressure on these green spaces. To keep an eye on these changes, scientists are turning to drones. These flying gadgets can take pictures from above and h

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Oct 22 2025ENVIRONMENT

Revamping Forest Restoration: Experts Weigh In On What Really Matters

Forest restoration is a hot topic, especially in places like the Mediterranean. The European Nature Restoration Regulation (NRR) has set some big goals, but there's a catch. The indicators they use to measure success might not be the best fit for everyone. That's where a recent study comes in. A gr

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Jun 25 2025ENVIRONMENT

How Trees Adapt: Can We Predict Their Future?

Forest trees have a knack for adapting to their local climates. This ability has made scientists curious about how to use this knowledge for managing these trees. The idea is to use genetic data to predict how trees will respond to changes in their environment. A recent study looked at black cotton

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Jun 21 2025TECHNOLOGY

New Tech for Athletes: Oakley and Meta's Smart Glasses

Oakley and Meta have joined forces to create a new pair of smart glasses designed for athletes. These aren't your average glasses. They're packed with tech that could change how athletes train and enjoy their sports. The Oakley Meta HSTN smart glasses are set to hit the market soon, and both compani

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May 26 2025ENVIRONMENT

The Hidden Impact of Forest Changes on Peatlands

Forests in Europe have seen big changes over the past 300 years. Many have turned into monocultures, with Scots pine being the top choice. This shift has brought new problems. Windthrows, droughts, fires, and insect attacks are more common. These issues don't just affect the forests. They also harm

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