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Conservationists celebrate birth of baby pancake tortoise, hope for one of the world's most endangered reptiles

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The new hatchling, which will be named by the public, is the child of mother and father pancake tortoises Waffle and Maple.
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Juneteenth celebrates freedom from slavery. It also recognizes the Black struggle for education

In the 15 years following the Civil War, a total of 59 HBCUs had opened their doors to Black students.
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Brooklyn, Minneapolis named best US cities for biking in 2026 — see where yours ranks

To qualify, a city must be connected by safe, low-stress routes like bike lanes, park loops, and protected paths. The better the safety and access, the higher the score.
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Ahead of the World Cup, athletes raised funds for climate-ravaged soccer fields. They beat a Guinness World Record in the process

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A boat trip can emit the same carbon as an 186-mile road trip. So this captain made his whale-watching boat emission-free

Captain Dan Salas of Harbor Breeze Cruises has been working on the project for five years.
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Juneteenth celebrates freedom from slavery. It also recognizes the Black struggle for education

In the 15 years following the Civil War, a total of 59 HBCUs had opened their doors to Black students.
Read More

Conservationists celebrate birth of baby pancake tortoise, hope for one of the world's most endangered reptiles

The new hatchling, which will be named by the public, is the child of mother and father pancake tortoises Waffle and Maple.
Read More

Brooklyn, Minneapolis named best US cities for biking — see where yours ranks

To qualify, a city must be connected by safe, low-stress routes like bike lanes, park loops, and protected paths. The better the safety and access, the higher the score.
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This national park site is training volunteers to become 'sea turtle nest sitters'

As turtle nesting season comes to a head, volunteers are needed to keep the endangered eggs safe.
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How do people celebrate Juneteenth? Here are 27 ideas

Your guide on celebrating and honoring Juneteenth — on June 19th, and all year long.
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Young women move in with NYC nuns to save money. Rent is $200/week, and no boys are allowed after curfew

Young women, with or without a religious affiliation, have found an affordable, welcoming home in Centro Maria.
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