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Officials issue plea after making concerning discoveries at US national park: 'Be part of the solution — not the problem'

A stern warning was issued by Texas' Big Bend National Park rangers after witnessing disgraceful behavior from visitors.
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Gardener shares stunning before-and-after video of 3-year transformation: 'Beautiful'

One TikToker shared a video of her garden's three-year transformation from a once-plain yard into a natural, ...
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Homeowner shares video after spotting 'fairytale' scene playing out in backyard: 'What a dream'

The video shows what appears to be a barred owl living in a tree in the poster's backyard, peeking its head out from its nest to watch the person take a video of it.
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Woman urges people to eat from plants found growing in wild: 'A sweet treat'

Anna Ribbeck, star of the TV series 'Swamp People,' explained that people should pick and eat the Japanese honeysuckle plant.
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Nigeria's megachurches turn to solar amid frequent grid collapses: 'Burning diesel every Sunday wasn't just expensive ...'

The cost of installing solar panels remains a challenge for some congregations struggling to meet their operating costs.
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Fire department issues urgent warning about accidental carbon monoxide poisoning: 'Can quickly fill up the house with deadly levels'

The Kansas City, Missouri, Fire Department warned residents about the potentially deadly consequences of using portable ...
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Homeowner spots concerning HVAC industry trend after searching for modern upgrade: 'Old-school HVAC [techs] don't want to learn'

Switching to a heat pump HVAC system is a fantastic way to save money and improve your home's energy efficiency.
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This tech company is helping homeowners lock in lower energy rates for 25 years — here's how it's helping Americans avoid energy inflation

One trusted solar panel company helps homeowners save money without any upfront costs through its innovative leasing program.
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Stanford study finds disturbing connection between common household appliances and cancer-causing gases: 'We assume our indoor air is safe'

A Stanford study found that gas and propane stoves release dangerous amounts of nitrogen dioxide, a pollutant linked to lung ...
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Home cooks offer real-world advice after stove shopper considers switching from gas to induction: 'Even if [I] never cook anything else'

Induction stoves are recommended by experts for their environmental benefits. This Redditor wanted to hear first-hand ...
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Tesla driver shares detailed cost comparison between their gas car and Model 3: 'I've [tracked] all of my expenses'

A Redditor shared a comprehensive breakdown of the long-term savings achieved with their Tesla Model 3 compared to a ...
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California makes nine-figure bet on the future of high-tech, American appliances: 'Benefits both manufacturers and consumers'

California energy officials are incentivizing the adoption of plug-in window heat pumps and battery-powered induction stoves ...