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If Humans Went Extinct, Would a Similar Species Evolve?

It's comforting to believe that another advanced civilization would develop if humanity met its end. Not so fast.
Science

These Trees Are Spreading North in Alaska. That’s Not Good

White spruce trees are expanding into the Arctic tundra with stunning speed, with potentially serious consequences both for the region and the world. 
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How to Spot Fake Reviews on Amazon

With fierce competition between third-party sellers, it can be tough to find genuinely good products. These tips can help.
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What If You Tried to Swallow a Whole Cloud?

Ask an absurd question, and xkcd’s Randall Munroe will give you a (somewhat) serious answer. An exclusive excerpt from his upcoming What If? 2.
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What If You Tried to Swallow a Whole Cloud?

Ask an absurd question, and xkcd’s Randall Munroe will give you a (somewhat) serious answer. An exclusive excerpt from his upcoming What If? 2.

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How the Inflation Reduction Act Affects Food and Agriculture

The new US law contains wins for land conservation and Black farmers but misses opportunities for school lunch programs and soil erosion prevention.