Category: News
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Dramatic Growth of Glacial Lakes
In the largest-ever study of glacial lakes, researchers using 30 years of NASA satellite data have found that the volume of these lakes worldwide has increased by about 50% since 1990 as glaciers melt and retreat due to climate change. The findings, published in the journal Nature Climate Change, will aid researchers assessing the…
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Moments in History: Frederick Douglass
Frederick Douglass was an American social reformer, abolitionist, orator, writer, and statesman. Douglass was born into slavery in February 1818, on the Eastern shore of Chesapeake Bay in Talbot County Maryland. Although his actual birthdate is unknown, he chose to celebrate the 14th of February as his birthday. After escaping from slavery in Maryland, he became a…
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The Home Depot Mobilizes to Support Communities Facing Hurricane Laura
As Hurricane Laura marches toward the Gulf Coast, The Home Depot® will activate its Hurricane Command Center to support communities preparing for the storm. This year, the Hurricane Command Center will be virtual to prioritize safety and social distancing. More than 250 associates from the company’s merchandising, operations and supply chain teams are working around…
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The World’s First Animal-Free Chicken Protein For Dog And Cat Nutrition
Proprietary approach brews chicken protein through biotechnology and fermentation, instead of harvesting conventionally on farm and field Bond Pet Foods, Inc., the Boulder-based company working with biotechnology to make animal-free and protein-rich pet food, today announced the creation of the world’s first animal-free, cultured chicken meat protein for pet food applications. The prototype is a…
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Pacifica and Wrangler Repeat on Autotrader’s List of 10 Best Cars for Dog Lovers
Autotrader recognizes Chrysler Pacifica and Jeep® Wrangler as among 10 Best Cars for Dog Lovers of 2020 Honor marks the second consecutive year Pacifica and Wrangler earn spots on the Autotrader-curated list Pacifica’s spacious interior and Stow ‘n Go seating provide plenty of room for four-legged family members Wrangler’s open-air character and rugged interior are…
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On National Dog Day, Nissan shares pet safety tips!
The all-new Nissan Rogue is engineered to make family life easier, including families with fur kids NASHVILLE, Tenn. – Join Nissan in celebration of National Dog Day on Aug. 26 with a pledge to help keep your pets safe when traveling by car. In a recent study1, Nissan found that due to COVID-19, 71 percent…
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Celebrate National Dog Day!
#NationalDogDay just might be the best day of the year. It’s the day to celebrate man’s #BestFriends and all the #joy they bring. Man’s Best Friend! National Dog Day on August 26th encourages dog ownership of all breeds. While seeking a new companion, be sure to consider the mutts, mixes, purebreds, and everything in between.…
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NASA Astronaut Jeanette Epps Joins Boeing Starliner Crew Mission to Space Station
NASA has assigned astronaut Jeanette Epps to NASA’s Boeing Starliner-1 mission, the first operational crewed flight of Boeing’s CST-100 Starliner spacecraft on a mission to the International Space Station. Epps will join NASA astronauts Sunita Williams and Josh Cassada for a six-month expedition planned for a launch in 2021 to the orbiting space laboratory.…
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NASA Awards Grants to Minority Serving Institutions to Improve Participation in Engineering
NASA has awarded 14 planning grants to Minority Serving Institutions (MSIs) through its Minority University Research and Education Project (MUREP), part of the agency’s Office of STEM Engagement. The grants, totaling more than $587,000, are part of a phased partnership effort with the National Science Foundation (NSF). The grants will encourage the development of…
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Hey, It’s National Waffle Day!
No one can be sad while eating a #waffle. National Waffle Day on August 24th commemorates the anniversary of the first waffle iron patent issued. Celebrate by savoring your favorite kind of waffle! On August 24, 1869, Cornelius Swarthout of Troy, New York received his patent for the waffle iron. While waffles existed…