'Whales ho!' Sailors, conservationists help keep whales safe
Competitive sailors have teamed up with conservationists on new guidelines aimed at keeping sailboats and whales from colliding during races.
Ecology
Jul 9, 2017
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Jordan, Kuwait carriers lift laptop ban on US flights
The national carriers of Jordan and Kuwait announced Sunday that passengers will once again be allowed to carry personal electronics, including laptops, on board U.S.-bound flights, ending a ban that had been imposed in March.
Other
Jul 9, 2017
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Liftoff for Trump's bold space plans may have to wait
The White House has championed a new era of US leadership in space, but its aspirations are complicated by tight budgets, vacancies in top posts and the rising role of private industry in aerospace innovation, experts say.
Space Exploration
Jul 9, 2017
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G20: Compromise on climate change, but at what cost?
G20 countries have managed to avoid a total bust-up with Donald Trump over climate change, leaving the door open for Washington to return to the Paris Agreement—but at the cost of risky concessions.
Environment
Jul 9, 2017
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Growing chorus denounces sexist Silicon Valley culture
A growing chorus of voices denouncing sexist culture is echoing through male-dominated Silicon Valley, knocking a number of internet industry executives from their perches.
Business
Jul 9, 2017
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Three tonnes of ivory seized in Vietnam
Vietnamese authorities have seized nearly three tonnes of ivory hidden among boxes of fruit, officials said Sunday, the latest haul to spotlight the country's key role in the global wildlife smuggling trade.
Ecology
Jul 9, 2017
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Japan floods death toll rises to 18
The death toll from heavy rains and flooding in Japan's south has risen to 18, officials said Sunday, as rescue teams continued their search for survivors.
Environment
Jul 9, 2017
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EU-Norway crab row could fuel oil tensions in Arctic
On the face of it, a relentless battle between the European Union and Norway in a remote part of the Arctic is about snow crabs.
Environment
Jul 9, 2017
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State election officials worry about 2018 election security
State election officials voiced doubt Saturday that adequate security measures can be adopted before 2018 elections to safeguard against the possibility of a foreign government interfering in U.S. elections.
Security
Jul 9, 2017
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