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A biologist explores how bird vocalizations form complex languages shaped by culture and context, inviting humans to bridge 300 million years of evolutionary separation through the simple act of listening.
Central California rivers witnessed an unprecedented surge of endangered coho salmon last season, with 30,000 fish returning—ten times the decade-long average. The remarkable recovery follows two decades of targeted habitat restoration efforts across Mendocino coast watersheds.
A six-year-old parson Russell terrier named Cello spent two harrowing days lost underground in a badger warren in Nottinghamshire before rescue workers secured a government permit to extract him from the protected burrow.
A twice-daily train service now links the Finnish town of Oulu with the Swedish town of Haparanda, marking the first cross-border rail connection between the two nations in 30 years. The service aims to boost tourism and business opportunities in the remote Arctic regions.
Medical researchers unveiled tools capable of detecting heart disease in seconds and identifying bladder cancer with remarkable accuracy, while environmental progress emerged from France's crackdown on fast fashion and China's solar energy milestone.
A new study from the University of Tübingen reveals what makes birdsong pleasant to human ears, with the common blackbird taking top honors. Researchers identified key acoustic characteristics that make certain bird calls more enjoyable than others.
The Billion Oyster Project has restored 19 acres of reef using 3.2 million pounds of discarded shells from 75 partner restaurants, with 200 million live oysters now filtering New York Harbor's waters. The initiative aims to restore 100 acres of historic reefs by 2035.
From the signing of the Wilderness Act 61 years ago to Shaun White's 39th birthday, September 3 has witnessed pivotal moments in American history, sports, and conservation. The date also commemorates Frederick Douglass's escape from slavery in 1838 and the Treaty of Paris ending the Revolutionary War in 1783.
A sick and abandoned cat found at a Japanese train station last October has been promoted to stationmaster, complete with an official cap and medallion. The feline appointment continues a quirky tradition that has proven remarkably effective at boosting ridership and tourism.
A Milwaukee landlord discovered an original Pablo Picasso etching valued between $35,000 and $50,000 while cleaning out a vacated apartment. The artwork had been reported stolen from a local gallery in 2018.
Actor Keanu Reeves celebrates his 61st birthday today, joining a roster of notable September 2 events including the opening of the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 1995 and the signing of Japan's surrender document in 1945.
After a young collector lost his most valuable Pokémon card to a fraudulent trade at a San Francisco convention, members of the trading card community stepped forward with offers to restore what was taken. The incident at Pokémon XP sparked an outpouring of generosity from fellow enthusiasts.
Atlantic County Sheriff Candidates Clash Over Union Allegations, Spending and Police Services in WOND Debate
4 days ago
Does Atlantic City Need More Police or a Better Image? Suleiman and Cronick Debate Public Safety as Crime Falls
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Levinson Calls for More Atlantic City Police, Says State — Not Mayor Small — Is Responsible for Staffing Shortages
6 days ago
Ocean City Names New Business Administrator at $250,000 Annual Salary
8 days ago
Atlantic City's Cannabis Cap Raises Legal Questions as Dispensaries Close and Investors Wait to Open
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