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Biologists celebrate recovery mission as 31 critically endangered sea turtles return to the Atlantic Ocean

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The Kemp’s ridley sea turtle — the most endangered sea turtle species in the world — is ending up “cold-stunned” in Cape Cod Bay with increasing frequency.
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Researchers create 3D-printed seawall to protect marine life from coastal erosion

BIOCAP tiles, a 3D-printed modular system designed to support marine life and reduce wave impact along urban seawalls, will be installed on the existing seawall at Morningside Park in Miami, Florida.
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'Feces-sniffing' dog trained by veterans gets new job cleaning contaminated waterways

Professor X, a Belgian Malinois, is training to detect bacteria in polluted waterways.
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In a new Earth Day TED Talk, environmentalist Xiye Bastida shares her 'blueprint for climate hope'

The climate justice activist encourages viewers to find their conviction, even when governments and institutions may waver.
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The World Has More Trees Than It Did 35 Years Ago

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Biologists celebrate recovery mission as 31 critically endangered sea turtles return to the Atlantic Ocean

The Kemp’s ridley sea turtle — the most endangered sea turtle species in the world — is ending up “cold-stunned” in Cape Cod Bay with increasing frequency.
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Autistic artist works with city to implement 'happy to talk' benches, combatting loneliness

Oliver Chan invites community members to join him for a chat on a bench, or at a local “Chatty Cafe.”
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Zepeel launched to general obscurity in 2012. Now they’re back with a bold campaign, which encourages users to be their authentic selves.
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