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China Threatens France Over New Shein and Temu Levy as Paris Defends 'Eco-Friendly' Fashion Crackdown

France enacts a law imposing levies on ultra-fast fashion brands like Shein and Temu to curb environmental impact, sparking opposition from China, which views the measure as discriminatory.

International Business Times UK

In 1965, scientists cut every tree in a New Hampshire watershed to determine how removing forest cover changes water supply; first-year streamflow rose about 40% and second-year nitrate topped 50 mg/L

In 1965, scientists conducted a groundbreaking experiment in New Hampshire's Hubbard Brook watershed by felling trees. This experiment uncovered a remarkable increase in streamflow and an earlier onset of snowmelt. Alarmingly, nitrate concentrations surged, surpassing safety limits for drinking water. The findings underscored the vital function of forests in managing…

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A $5.5M Portland power project could remove 400 trees from Forest Park while powering over 55,000 homes; the deal has split conservation groups

Amidst rising concerns, Portland General Electric's tree-removal project has drawn fervent opposition from conservationists who fear for the health of mature forests and wildlife. While the utility argues that this initiative is crucial for ensuring consistent power to households, the city is in the process of evaluating a new application…

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CFMEU Delegate Busted in Australia: Police Seize Cocaine, MDMA and Steroids in Construction-Site Drug Probe

Taskforce Hawk detectives arrested three individuals, including a CFMEU delegate, in a Melbourne drug trafficking investigation. Police seized drugs, weapons, and cash, highlighting construction sites as distribution hubs.

International Business Times UK

Andrew Tate indicted in Romania for sex trafficking minors and money laundering

The brothers are being held in a Miami jail as they contest extradition to Britain, where they are wanted on rape charges

The Independent UK

Grumpy Old Men star Walter Matthau and his wife gave a Roxbury hayfield to a land trust in 1997; nearly 30 years later, the Connecticut preserve still keeps its views open

In 1997, actor Walter Matthau made a generous donation of a hayfield in Connecticut to a local land trust, securing the land's protection against future development while preserving its picturesque views. Known as the Matthau Preserve, this active hayfield plays a significant role in local conservation efforts. Other influential individuals…

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Vermont taxes 2.4 million acres of private forest on what it grows rather than what a developer would pay; owners who break the deal repay a decade of the difference

Vermont employs a unique tax structure for forest and farmland, emphasizing productivity over market value. Known as the Current Use program, it dramatically reduces property taxes for landowners. Enrolled properties must adhere to a long-term agreement, and any withdrawal or development triggers a hefty land use change tax, effectively safeguarding…

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In 1875, a one-room schoolhouse taught generations of American children; 151 years later, it was donated to a nonprofit as a new restoration fight begins

A historic one-room schoolhouse built in 1875 is entering a new chapter in Delaware County, Indiana, after surviving closure, storm damage, neglect and an earlier rescue from possible demolition. Schoolhouse No. 3, also known as the ‘Corinth schoolhouse,’ once served rural children before closing after the 1912–13 school year. More…

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出大包？習近平出訪埃及看板阿拉伯文竟寫「歡迎中華民國總統」

中國領導人習近平近日赴埃及訪問，然而，有網友指出，在高速公路上的一塊看板文字，阿拉伯文寫的竟是「歡迎中華民國總統習近平」，貼文引發熱烈討論。《TVBS》、《聯合新聞網》報...…

Liberty Times (中文)

Ed Leedskalnin spent nearly 30 years cutting and moving 1,100 tons of Florida limestone mostly alone at night; he died in 1951 without fully revealing his methods

Edward Leedskalnin dedicated over three decades to create Coral Castle, a stunning monument crafted solely by him. The extraordinary feat involved moving enormous stones through mysterious techniques that are still not understood today. In 1936, he relocated the entire structure ten miles away, carrying out most of his work under…

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Johnny Carson quietly left $156.5 million to his foundation after his 2005 death; by 2026, it was still funding Nebraska scholarships, arts and humanities

Years after his passing, Johnny Carson's foundation disclosed a remarkable $156.5 million bequest. This extraordinary contribution helped finance scholarships and academic centers at his beloved University of Nebraska-Lincoln, which received over $38 million in total support. Additionally, Carson laid the groundwork for the Nebraska Cultural Endowment with an initial donation,…

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‘Growing differences between military, Asif Zardari’: Self-exiled Pakistani politician Altaf Hussain makes big claim

‘Growing differences between military, President Zardari’: Self-exiled Pak politician makes big claim

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خبراء يرجحون استهداف حفل الزفاف في إيران بذخيرة أمريكية وواشنطن تحقق

خلص تحليل أجراء خبراء أسلحة لصور ومقاطع فيديو تحققت رويترز من صحتها إلى أن الانفجار الدامي الذي هزّ حفل زفاف في بلدة كوهستك بجنوب إيران، نجم على الأرجح عن إصابة مباشرة بذخيرة أمريكية. وعقب صدور التقرير، أكد الجيش الأمريكي إنه على علم بهذه التقارير وإنه ينظر فيها.

France 24 (العربية)

回嗆阿根廷！英國防長：福克蘭群島是我們的

針對阿根廷總統米雷伊（Javier Milei）重提爭取福克蘭群島（Falkland Islands）主權後，英國國防大臣斯特里廷（Wes Streeting）4日表示，英國政...…

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From grasslands to GPUs: Why China is building its AI engine in Inner Mongolia - explained in 5 charts

China’s artificial-intelligence boom is no longer confined to laboratories, software companies or technology districts in its biggest cities.

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In 1989, Batman star Kim Basinger and her partners agreed to buy 1,700 acres of a Georgia town for $20 million; financial trouble later forced a sale for just $4.3 million

Actress Kim Basinger invested heavily in a small Georgia town. Her plan aimed to transform Braselton into a film and tourism destination. However, the ambitious project did not materialize as envisioned. Financial difficulties later led to the property's sale at a significant loss. Braselton continued to develop independently after the…

The Times of India

In 1989, NBC anchor Tom Brokaw bought into a 4,000-acre Montana ranch; habitat work later helped upland bird populations return.

On his Montana ranch, Tom Brokaw discovered a profound bond with nature. He took an active role in managing the land, focusing on habitat restoration and wildlife observation. His initiatives, including fencing riparian areas and tackling invasive species, significantly enhanced the ecosystem, benefiting a variety of bird populations. The Brokaw…

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In 2020, the US removed 69 dams, reconnecting 624 miles of rivers and restoring habitat for salmon, steelhead and native fish species

Across the United States, some rivers are beginning to flow through places where dams once stood. In 2020, 69 dams were removed across 23 states, reopening hundreds of miles of waterways that had been blocked for decades. Some structures had outlived the purpose for which they were built, while others…

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In 2023, Portuguese street artist Vhils turned coal-plant remains into 13 underwater sculptures; transplanted corals now shelter octopuses, crabs and urchins

Portuguese artist Vhils has unveiled a groundbreaking underwater art exhibition off the Algarve coast, utilizing materials salvaged from decommissioned power stations. The striking sculptures are now transforming into an artificial reef, inviting a diverse range of marine life. Commissioned by EDP, the installation features iron and concrete specifically engineered for…

Liberty Times (中文)

林肯號航艦駛離中東停靠泰國 2水兵芭達雅喝酒鬧事被遣返

泰國警方4日表示，2名來自美國航母「林肯號」（USS Abraham Lincoln）的水兵在停靠泰國港口期間，因醉酒鬧事被遣返回艦。根據《法新社》報導，芭達雅（Pat...…

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US House passes bill to stop federal funding of universities boycotting Israel

The US House has approved a bill aimed at halting federal support for universities that boycott Israel, marking a significant political shift that now awaits Senate approval. The vote reflected a mostly partisan divide, with some Democrats voicing concerns about free speech implications. Amid escalating protests against Israel's actions in…

The Guardian - UK

Russian drone strike on Ukraine’s security services HQ is a ‘major escalation’, says Ukraine’s foreign minister – as it happened

Ukraine’s president Volodymyr Zelenskyy reported a Russian drone hit the headquarter of the security service of Ukraine, in Kyiv

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Jaws director Steven Spielberg protected 7.46 East Hampton acres with conservation easements in 2011; all 3 marsh and forest parcels are closed to development

Steven Spielberg took a significant step in 2011 by permanently conserving 7.46 acres of land in East Hampton through conservation easements on three properties near Georgica Cove. With approval from the village and the land trust's involvement, these protected areas serve as crucial habitats for wildlife, guaranteeing that the land…

Liberty Times (中文)

正妹羽球國手被質疑AI！親拍片闢謠 176cm九頭身震驚全網

29歲前日本羽球國家隊代表、現為健身私人教練的荒木茜羽，8月30日在社群曬出一張泡湯美背照，由於身材實在太好，被網友認為是AI。近日她再度更新，PO出她穿著內衣進行拍攝工作的影片...…

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Take Me Home, Country Roads singer John Denver bought 957 Colorado acres in 1979; Windstar later sold, but 927 wildlife-habitat acres stayed protected

John Denver's expansive 957-acre estate in Colorado, acquired in 1979 for environmental initiatives, features a notable conservation easement that safeguarded 927 acres in 1996. This easement prohibits development, ensuring the land remains a sanctuary for wildlife. Although the property was sold in 2013, the conservation efforts persist, continuing to serve…

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