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Oct 24 2024SCIENCE

Discovering an Ancient Swamp Dweller: A New Mammal from Colorado's Past

Imagine stepping back in time to the age of dinosaurs. In Colorado, paleontologists have found the fossils of a new mammal species that lived around 70 to 75 million years ago. This creature, named Heleocola piceanus, was an opossum-like animal related to today's marsupials. The discovery is excitin

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Oct 24 2024TECHNOLOGY

Get Microsoft 365 for $40: What's the Deal with ZDNET's Recommendations?

Ever wondered what goes into ZDNET's recommendations? It's not just a quick glance. The team spends hours testing, researching, and comparing products. They dive deep into vendor and retailer listings, plus other independent reviews. Even customer feedback gets a thorough look to understand what rea

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Oct 24 2024HEALTH

Discovering the Oura Ring: A Game Changer for Health Tracking

The Oura Ring has been making waves in the fitness tracker world, and for good reason. Users have been raving about its accuracy, comfort, and durability. But what sets the Oura Ring apart from the rest? Let's dive in. First off, the ring is designed to be worn 24/7, except during charging and show

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Oct 23 2024POLITICS

Old Guns, New Threats: Ukrainians Use Vintage Weapons to Ground Russian Drones

Imagine this: Ukrainian soldiers are using machine guns designed over a century ago to shoot down modern drones. It might sound crazy, but that's exactly what a recent video seems to show. The guns in question are older than your grandparents! They're called PM1919s, and they were mounted on trucks.

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Oct 22 2024WEATHER

Roswell Floods: A Weekend Surprise in the Desert

Over the weekend, Roswell, New Mexico, faced its worst flooding in history. Unusual heavy rain left several people dead and hundreds stranded on roofs. This wasn’t your typical scene for Roswell, known more for its UFO claims than rainfall. Forecasters blamed a stationary storm system that dumped ov

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Oct 20 2024CRIME

Tragic Collapse at Island Event: Seven Dead, Community Mourns

On Sapelo Island, Georgia, a dock gangway unexpectedly collapsed during a community festival, claiming seven lives and injuring many. The gangway, installed only a year before, was meant to serve the island's Gullah-Geechee community, descendants of Black slaves. State officials are investigating wh

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Oct 20 2024ENTERTAINMENT

James Gunn's 'Creature Commandos': A Dark Twist in the DC Universe

Ever thought about superheroes with a dark, comedic twist? Well, director James Gunn has, and he's bringing it to life with 'Creature Commandos'. This isn't your usual DC lineup; it's a mix of action, comedy, and deep storytelling with an Eastern European vibe. At New York Comic Con, Gunn revealed t

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Oct 18 2024CRIME

Netflix's 'Woman of the Hour' Tells Story of 'Dating Game Killer'

You might know the name Rodney Alcala, a serial killer who appeared on a 1978 episode of The Dating Game. The new Netflix movie, Woman of the Hour, directed by Anna Kendrick, brings his story into the spotlight. Daniel Zovatto plays Alcala, and Tony Hale is the fictional Dating Game host. The film t

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Oct 18 2024SCIENCE

Ancient Chinese Tomb Raises Questions About Early Kings

Imagine a journey back in time to over 5, 000 years ago in central China. Archaeologists have stumbled upon an impressive tomb in the city of Yongcheng, Henan province. They believe this tomb might have belonged to an early king from a prehistoric society. The Wangzhuang ruins, where the tomb was fo

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Oct 18 2024TECHNOLOGY

Samsung's New Galaxy Ring: A Health Tracker for Your Finger

Samsung has just launched a new health tracker called the Galaxy Ring. It's a smart ring that can help you monitor your sleep, heart rate, and skin temperature. This is Samsung's first time making a smart ring, and it's designed to work best with Samsung phones. The Galaxy Ring looks a bit chunky, w

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