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Scientists hope hungry weevils from Louisiana can tackle South Africa's invasive water plants
South Africa is unleashing weevils imported from the United States in a bid to fight off the sprouting growth of Salvinia minima, an alien species of aquatic plant native to South America that is ...ABC News - 3d -
A Journey on South Africa’s Blue Train
On a trip from Cape Town to Pretoria, a reporter grapples with the whiplash of traveling through South Africa’s two worlds, from majestic mountains to struggling shantytowns.The New York Times - Mar. 25 -
South Africa white-ball coach Rob Walter resigns for personal reasons
Rob Walter has resigned as head coach of the South Africa men's white-ball cricket team. Cricket South Africa announced Walter's resignation on Tuesday and said it was due to personal reasons. ...Yahoo Sports - 1d -
Islanders exposed to toxic chemicals should be offered blood treatment, report says
Scientists for Jersey's government have revealed steps to tackle the health impacts of private water supply contamination.BBC News - 7h -
Scientists hope a newly discovered flower will return after rain in West Texas
Scientists who want to learn more about a tiny, newly discovered flower in West Texas are hoping it will bloom again in a couple of weeks after rain finally fell in the areaABC News - 1d -
‘They started nibbling at its head’: the bold plan to rid an island of albatross-eating mice
South Africa’s Marion Island is a breeding ground for the birds, but their chicks are being eaten alive by rodents. Now, the world’s largest operation to eradicate the invasive species is about to ...The Guardian - 2d -
Sarah Benson: from a PhD in explosives to overseeing integrity in Australian sport
The former forensic scientist was given a baptism of fire in her new role but says she has the skillset to tackle the combustible world of sport . Sarah Benson is the forensic scientist who has ...The Guardian - 1d -
Odessa Jenkins celebrating women in tackle football for generations to come
The once-eager teenager from South Central Los Angeles has been advocating for women to be on the gridiron.CBS News - 2d -
These South Carolina stars are used to winning. But they know Final Four won't be easy
South Carolina women's basketball seniors Bree Hall and Sania Feagin have never not made a Final Four. They are still hungry for back-to-back titles.Yahoo Sports - 2d -
'Perfect explosive mixture' was flagged years before fatal water plant blast
BBC West investigations uncover reports expressing serious concerns about parts of a site where four people died.BBC News - 1d -
How South Africa's 'Snowbok' booked Winter Olympics spot
Nicknamed the 'Snowbok', South African cross-country skier Matt Smith is set to compete at the 2026 Winter Olympics despite only taking up the sport two years ago.Yahoo Sports - 1d -
Detained students sent to remote ICE facilities in Louisiana accused of human rights abuses
Mahmoud Khalil, who was studying at Columbia, and Alireza Doroudi, from the University of Alabama, are both being held at an ICE processing center in Jena, Louisiana.NBC News - 18h -
The Fallout From a Sip of Water at a Bode NYC Hot Yoga Class
Online grandstanding, intergenerational head-butting and a lost job, all thanks to one inopportunely timed water break during a hot yoga class.The New York Times - 5d -
Report highlights how communities hardest hit by climate change can build resilient water systems
A new report identifies ways to create resilient water and wastewater systems in communities hardest hit by climate changeABC News - Mar. 18 -
Bees Do It. And So Can You.
There are endless possibilities for breeding coleus plants with wildly creative leaf colors and shapes. Home propagators can start with a windowsill.The New York Times - Mar. 25 -
Doctor Behind Award-Winning Parkinson’s Research Among Scientists Purged From NIH
Leading scientists at the National Institutes of Health, the US’s leading medical research agency, were swept up Tuesday in the Trump administration’s latest firing blitz.Wired - 16h -
‘Mission South Africa’: How Trump Is Offering White Afrikaners Refugee Status
The United States has banned most refugees, including 20,000 people who were already ready to travel to the United States before President Trump took office. But Mr. Trump is making one exception.The New York Times - 2d -
South Africa’s ANC calls Trump Afrikaner refugee plan ‘madness’
Main party in governing coalition dismisses US accusations of white minority oppressionFinancial Times - 23h -
UCF starts from scratch with defensive tackle group
With a burst of raw power, Horace Lockett launched himself from a poised stance, barreling into the blocking dummy with the formidable might of his 360-pound, 6-foot-6 frame. The impact produced a ...Yahoo Sports - 16h -
‘The heat you need at a reasonable price’: how district heating can speed the switch to clean energy
In Sweden, most residential heating and hot water comes from heating networks – helping to pool resources and innovation. District heating is sometimes talked about like some kind of unattainable ...The Guardian - 5d -
Tony Hawk Hopes Enthusiasm for Vert Skating Can Bring it Back to Olympics
With the help of social media, a new generation is resurrecting the sport’s most spectacular form. Tony Hawk hopes Olympic organizers are paying attention.The New York Times - 2d -
Locked in a trade balancing act with the U.S., the UK hopes it can escape some Trump tariffs
With its more balanced trading relationship with the U.S., the U.K. is hoping it might escape the full brunt of Trump's import duties.CNBC - 11h -
Falcons add South Carolina standout in PFF's latest mock draft
Falcons pick South Carolina's Nick Emmanwori in latest mock draft from PFFYahoo Sports - 22h -
Barcelona scout hunting for new gems at South American U-17 Championship
Barcelona continue to expand its scouting network across South America as reports from SPORT suggest that one of the club’s representatives is currently in Colombia to monitor the South American ...Yahoo Sports - 11h -
March Madness 2025: What we learned about the Final Four teams from their Elite Eight wins
South Carolina's experience shines, UCLA can play without Lauren Betts, Texas' offense is just as good as its defense, and UConn's depth is impressive as we look ahead to the Final Four.Yahoo Sports - 1d -
PSG survive scare to reach final & retain quadruple hopes
Paris St-Germain battle back from two goals down against second-tier Dunkerque to maintain their quadruple hopes.Yahoo Sports - 17h -
Tuttosport: ‘The derby of opposites’ – Milan hoping strange trend continues
The derby can often defy logic, and AC Milan are certainly hoping that will be the case for the fourth time this season against Inter.Today’s edition of Tuttosport (via MilanNews) has a section ...Yahoo Sports - 1h -
Meechie Johnson Jr. returning to South Carolina basketball from Ohio State if hardship waiver is approved
Here's the latest transfer portal information for South Carolina basketball and coach Lamont Paris regarding former star guard Meechie Johnson Jr.Yahoo Sports - 22h -
Preview: Why every team can win in Tampa -- and what fatal flaw could derail a title dream
Here's how UConn, UCLA, South Carolina and Texas can win the 2025 NCAA title, and what might derail them.ESPN - 20m -
After an earthquake, how long can trapped victims survive?
For those trapped in rubble after an earthquake, survival depends on many factors, including weather and access to water and airABC News - 1d -
Former UND standout Treysen Eaglestaff commits to South Carolina
Mar. 30—GRAND FORKS — Former UND men's basketball star Treysen Eaglestaff has committed to South Carolina, his agent confirmed to On3 Sports on Sunday. Eaglestaff was drawing interest from some of ...Yahoo Sports - 2d -
They’re in Hot Water in Idaho. Here’s Why That’s a Good Thing.
Nearly 500 buildings in the state capital get their heat from a clean, renewable source located deep in the ground.The New York Times - Mar. 26 -
Philadelphia hopes to re-sign Quentin Grimes, if they can afford to
Grimes has been one of the few bright spots for Philly this season, averaging 21.8 points a game.Yahoo Sports - 18h -
Council embarks on spring Christmas tree planting
The council says 12 trees have been permanently planted across the borough this week.BBC News - 3d -
Investors hope April 2 could bring some tariff clarity and relief. That may not happen.
Wall Street is hoping April 2 will provide clarity on the U.S. tariff front and a reprieve from the recent market volatility.NBC News - 20h -
Winderman’s view: Heat again seize upon the chum in lottery waters
WASHINGTON — Observations and other notes of interest from Monday night’s 120-94 victory over the Washington Wizards: – The palate has been cleansed. – The 76ers and Wizards arguably the perfect ...Yahoo Sports - 1d -
A stroke survivor speaks again with the help of an experimental brain-computer implant
Scientists have developed a device that can translate thoughts about speech into spoken words in real time.NBC News - 2d -
Stroke survivor speaks again with the help of an experimental brain-computer implant
Scientists have developed a device that can translate thoughts about speech into spoken words in real timeABC News - 2d -
Supreme Court weighs whether states can cut off Medicaid funding to Planned Parenthood
The Supreme Court will hear arguments in a South Carolina case over whether states can cut off Medicaid funding to Planned ParenthoodABC News - 1d -
Supreme Court hears South Carolina dispute over attempt to defund Planned Parenthood
The Supreme Court will hear a dispute arising from an effort by anti-abortion Republican officials in South Carolina to prevent reproductive health care provider Planned Parenthood from receiving ...NBC News - 6h
