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Wallaby (Macropus spp.)

Wallaby (Macropus spp.)

Wallabies are small to medium-sized marsupials native to Australia and nearby islands. They are known for their strong hind legs and long tails, which help them balance while hopping. Wallabies are social animals and often live in groups called mobs, providing safety in numbers from predators.

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Fire Rainbow Over West Virginia Explained by Ice Crystal Alignment

A rare atmospheric phenomenon known as a fire rainbow was photographed in 2021 near North Fork Mountain in West Virginia. The image and its explanation were shared to illustrate how ice crystals in high clouds can create colorful arcs in the sky.

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Bazzite offers a SteamOS-like experience but falls short for multitasking and anti-cheat games

A recent test by TechRadar staff writer Isaiah found that while Bazzite, a SteamOS clone, provides an excellent console-like gaming interface, it struggles with multitasking and compatibility issues that keep Windows 11 relevant for many users.

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Global warming has accelerated since 2015, new study finds

A new analysis from the Potsdam Institute for Climate Impact Research has found that global warming has sped up since around 2015.

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Ursula K. Le Guin defends the role of technology in her science fiction

A reviewer of Le Guin's book "Changing Planes" claimed that because she is not a hard science fiction writer, technology is carefully avoided in her work.

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The author explores the enduring appeal and creative genius of Seinfeld.

The author’s journey with Seinfeld began only after the show reappeared on UK television in a prime-time slot during the 2010s, having missed its initial late-night broadcasts.

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