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Texas tragedy triggers a flood of blame

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Texas floods are example of climate change impact

This month began with dramatic displays of nature's intensity, unpredictability and deadliness. Extraordinary atmospheric conditions released 1.8 trillion gallons of rain in and around Texas Hill Country, west of Austin, on July 4. Four months w...

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Martian meteorite could fetch up to $4 million

A 54-pound Martian meteorite — the largest known piece of Mars ever found on Earth — is up for auction this week at a Sotheby’s auction in New York. Designated NWA 16788, this monumental rock was discovered in the Sahara Desert in 2023 and is approx...

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This week's word in the news: RECIPROCAL

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With the reciprocal tariffs, Trump is effectively blowing up the rules governing world trade.
The Albuquerque Journal -- 07/14/2025

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Is anyone going to Musk’s party?

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