World Health Organization approves vaccine in major step to fight against disease spreading to new countries — here's how it could impact millions

The vaccine, from Japanese pharma company Takeda Pharmaceuticals, would protect against four serotypes of the dengue virus. World Health Organization approves vaccine in major step to fight against disease spreading to new countries — here's how it could impact millions first app … | Continue reading


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Hiker stumbles upon disappointing scene at Arizona waterfall: 'There's one big problem'

"It's sad, because it's so beautiful out here, yet it's full of trash." Hiker stumbles upon disappointing scene at Arizona waterfall: 'There's one big problem' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading


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Gardener's Ring camera captures neighbor's sudden destruction of flower beds: 'Completely mowed it all down'

"This is heartbreaking." Gardener's Ring camera captures neighbor's sudden destruction of flower beds: 'Completely mowed it all down' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading


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Man faces major fines after cutting down nearly 200-year-old tree to build new house: 'Cannot be replaced and has historical significance'

The oak, which was a notable local landmark, would likely have been growing in place before the town was established in 1863. Man faces major fines after cutting down nearly 200-year-old tree to build new house: 'Cannot be replaced and has historical significance' first appeared … | Continue reading


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Experts sound alarm over dangerous new predictions for warming planet: 'Every tenth of a degree matters a lot'

Stopping every ton of toxic gasses emitted into our atmosphere will help reduce the damage and suffering. Experts sound alarm over dangerous new predictions for warming planet: 'Every tenth of a degree matters a lot' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading


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Farmer shares simple trick for saving overgrown cucumbers: 'I teach everybody about this'

By using this hack, farmers and gardeners can avoid throwing out overgrown or overwatered cucumbers. Farmer shares simple trick for saving overgrown cucumbers: 'I teach everybody about this' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading


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National park visitor shares frustrating photo of hikers ignoring warning signs: 'This happens in all parks, and it's revolting'

In order to continue to have access to natural spaces, it's important to learn how to engage respectfully with nature. National park visitor shares frustrating photo of hikers ignoring warning signs: 'This happens in all parks, and it's revolting' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading


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L'Oréal plans industry-shifting changes to the way it makes perfume: 'Sustainability ... is not just a choice; it's our conviction'

"The patent-pending technology is a waterless, low-energy, slow extraction process that reveals the exact smell of an ingredient while preserving its integrity." L'Oréal plans industry-shifting changes to the way it makes perfume: 'Sustainability ... is not just a choice; it's ou … | Continue reading


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Expert designer shares 'genius' hack for upgrading any bookshelf on a budget: 'That's a great idea'

With a little creativity and a trip to the thrift store, you can give your bookshelf an eco-friendly refresh. Expert designer shares 'genius' hack for upgrading any bookshelf on a budget: 'That's a great idea' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading


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State lawmakers pass bill to prevent authorities from issuing fines against self-reporting polluters: 'This law will disincentivize industries'

"It'll also further harm our environmental health." State lawmakers pass bill to prevent authorities from issuing fines against self-reporting polluters: 'This law will disincentivize industries' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading


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Nissan to cut manufacturing costs of EVs by nearly a third by end of decade — here's what the automaker has planned

The concept is expected to be promising, lowering production costs by half. Nissan to cut manufacturing costs of EVs by nearly a third by end of decade — here's what the automaker has planned first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading


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Crafter transforms old, holey cardigan with just extra thread: 'This looks fantastic'

"It really breathes new life into a well-loved piece of clothing." Crafter transforms old, holey cardigan with just extra thread: 'This looks fantastic' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading


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Over 200 major corporations face consequences after missing crucial pledge deadline — here's what happened

It's not too late for these corporations to shift back into a positive direction. Over 200 major corporations face consequences after missing crucial pledge deadline — here's what happened first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading


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Home cook demonstrates proper way to clean and season cast-iron cookware: 'I don't like to use anything that might lift the seasoning on the pan'

"Great tips!" Home cook demonstrates proper way to clean and season cast-iron cookware: 'I don't like to use anything that might lift the seasoning on the pan' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading


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Bride-to-be shares 'incredible' wedding dress bought from thrift store: 'Magnificent find, stunning fit!'

Thrifting is one of the easiest ways to save money while being a little gentler on the planet. Bride-to-be shares 'incredible' wedding dress bought from thrift store: 'Magnificent find, stunning fit!' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading


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Startup debuts first full-scale plant for batteries that could replace lithium-ion — with cheaper materials, faster production times, and more safety

"The electrification of our economy is dependent on the development and production of new, innovative energy storage solutions." Startup debuts first full-scale plant for batteries that could replace lithium-ion — with cheaper materials, faster production times, and more safety f … | Continue reading


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Shopper criticizes fast fashion's effect on thrifting: 'Cheap clothes are flooding thrift stores and it makes it harder to find the good stuff'

"I've noticed this too." Shopper criticizes fast fashion's effect on thrifting: 'Cheap clothes are flooding thrift stores and it makes it harder to find the good stuff' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading


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Amazon advances its electrification efforts with fleet of heavy-duty electric trucks: 'The electronics inside of it are quite impressive'

"They built a great vehicle for us." Amazon advances its electrification efforts with fleet of heavy-duty electric trucks: 'The electronics inside of it are quite impressive' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading


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Tesla debuts new Model 3 Performance with impressive acceleration capacity: 'It's such a fun car'

With 500 horsepower, the vehicle is attractive for drivers who enjoy greater speed. Tesla debuts new Model 3 Performance with impressive acceleration capacity: 'It's such a fun car' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading


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Frustrated homeowner seeks advice after problems escalate with neighbor over HOA dispute: 'Destruction of property is a crime'

"Look up to see if your city, county, or state has laws ... and report them that way." Frustrated homeowner seeks advice after problems escalate with neighbor over HOA dispute: 'Destruction of property is a crime' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading


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Group of kids file lawsuit against their state over a nearly $40B gas project: 'Counting on the courts to protect my rights'

It shouldn't be the responsibility of young people to take governments and extremely wealthy corporations to court because of the impact these decisions will have on their future. Group of kids file lawsuit against their state over a nearly $40B gas project: 'Counting on the cour … | Continue reading


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Researchers explore dandelions as an alternative crop to rubber: 'A new industry … that currently doesn't exist'

"There's plenty of farmers wanting to farm it, and plenty of manufacturers will buy it." Researchers explore dandelions as an alternative crop to rubber: 'A new industry … that currently doesn't exist' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading


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Vehicle manufacturer unveils America's first hydrogen garbage truck: 'An unstoppable, sustainable refuse collection powerhouse'

The waste management industry is cleaning up its act. Vehicle manufacturer unveils America's first hydrogen garbage truck: 'An unstoppable, sustainable refuse collection powerhouse' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading


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Landscaper warned against using 'useless' landscaping products to control weeds: 'You won't escape weeding with this plan'

"I'm still ripping out shreds of weed barrier 18 years after buying this house." Landscaper warned against using 'useless' landscaping products to control weeds: 'You won't escape weeding with this plan' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading


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Shopper shares photo of 'terrible' hygiene product at grocery store: 'Who in their right mind would buy that?'

"There should definitely be restrictions on creating these kinds of wasteful products." Shopper shares photo of 'terrible' hygiene product at grocery store: 'Who in their right mind would buy that?' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading


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Photos reveal eyebrow-raising aftermath of semester in college dorms: 'I'm honestly still baffled'

"I used to do it when I was in college." Photos reveal eyebrow-raising aftermath of semester in college dorms: 'I'm honestly still baffled' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading


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Wildlife officials raise concerns after numerous 'emaciated' pelicans found stranded along coast: 'It really is a crisis'

"If we don't get them into care, they will die." Wildlife officials raise concerns after numerous 'emaciated' pelicans found stranded along coast: 'It really is a crisis' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading


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A remarkable new music artist has joined Spotify — and its tracks will help fund important conservation efforts

The initiative will use whatever money it raises to target areas where species are under the greatest threat of extinction. A remarkable new music artist has joined Spotify — and its tracks will help fund important conservation efforts first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading


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Man furious after witnessing destructive land management practice alongside road: 'How is this not illegal?'

"This is evil for a lot of reasons." Man furious after witnessing destructive land management practice alongside road: 'How is this not illegal?' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading


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Researchers develop membrane that can harvest clean energy from estuaries — here's how it works

The team used sustainable materials like cellulose and conductive polymers to build it. Researchers develop membrane that can harvest clean energy from estuaries — here's how it works first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading


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Study finds flaring and venting at industrial plants cause 2 premature deaths daily in US: 'The health impacts are significant'

This is not just a problem for people living in oil and gas-producing states. Study finds flaring and venting at industrial plants cause 2 premature deaths daily in US: 'The health impacts are significant' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading


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Proud resident shares photo of their guerrilla gardening efforts: 'This makes it all worth it'

"This is the first documented Monarch use of the milkweed I planted from seed last year." Proud resident shares photo of their guerrilla gardening efforts: 'This makes it all worth it' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading


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Millionaire faces massive fine after bulldozing over mile of waterway near home: 'Ecological vandalism on an industrial scale'

"In truth, no amount of money will bring the habitats and species back." Millionaire faces massive fine after bulldozing over mile of waterway near home: 'Ecological vandalism on an industrial scale' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading


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Researchers make concerning new discovery after analyzing tortoise feces: 'The first comprehensive study'

Since the tortoises' digestion process can take 28 days, the researchers are worried about the effects of the trash. Researchers make concerning new discovery after analyzing tortoise feces: 'The first comprehensive study' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading


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State's 'shockingly inadequate' policies allow Big Oil to abandon wells, poisoning family farms: 'An outrageous arrangement that needs to end'

"It's clear that abandoning wells and leaving communities and taxpayers to foot the bill to clean them up is baked into the oil and gas industry business model." State's 'shockingly inadequate' policies allow Big Oil to abandon wells, poisoning family farms: 'An outrageous arrang … | Continue reading


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Traveler shares frustrating scene at Bali tourist hotspot: 'That is an absolute shame'

This type of issue is not limited to Bali. Traveler shares frustrating scene at Bali tourist hotspot: 'That is an absolute shame' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading


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Scientists accidentally create potential solution for major long-term issue with electric cars: 'Something we hadn't seen before'

The discovery was made by researchers from the Washington University in St. Louis and Massachusetts Institute of Technology. Scientists accidentally create potential solution for major long-term issue with electric cars: 'Something we hadn't seen before' first appeared on The Coo … | Continue reading


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Appliance repair tech issues warning against common laundry mistake that could eventually ruin your clothes: 'I have to have this conversation with customers almost every single day'

"Our clothes are much cleaner, and so is our washer." Appliance repair tech issues warning against common laundry mistake that could eventually ruin your clothes: 'I have to have this conversation with customers almost every single day' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading


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Motorist shares head-turning video of distracting scene floating above highway: 'There's seemingly no escape'

"Looks intended to cause a wreck." Motorist shares head-turning video of distracting scene floating above highway: 'There's seemingly no escape' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading


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New research uncovers how extreme heat and storms drive prolonged power outages — here's who's affected most

Power outages can already be life-threatening, particularly for people who depend on medical devices. New research uncovers how extreme heat and storms drive prolonged power outages — here's who's affected most first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading


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Gardener shares how to turn invasive plant species into 'liquid gold' with simple method: 'I had no idea'

"Those are all over my yard." Gardener shares how to turn invasive plant species into 'liquid gold' with simple method: 'I had no idea' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading


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Parkgoer shares photo of other visitors ignoring warning signs at national park: 'This is incredibly terrible'

"I spoke to some of the park rangers about this." Parkgoer shares photo of other visitors ignoring warning signs at national park: 'This is incredibly terrible' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading


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Plant expert shares cost-effective hack to transform common household materials into tools any gardener can utilize: 'Love this idea'

"Such cool ideas. I will utilize them once I have my garden." Plant expert shares cost-effective hack to transform common household materials into tools any gardener can utilize: 'Love this idea' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading


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How community solar can help you get the benefits — and savings — of solar panels without installing anything at home

It's the best of both worlds. How community solar can help you get the benefits — and savings — of solar panels without installing anything at home first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading


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New report finds EPA risked millions of dollars failing to contain contaminants from superfund sites: 'Causing them to believe that there is no soil contamination'

The incident underscores the ongoing challenges in managing toxic waste sites. New report finds EPA risked millions of dollars failing to contain contaminants from superfund sites: 'Causing them to believe that there is no soil contamination' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading


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Scientists develop mutant rice capable of resisting common crop disease — here's why it's so important

This is not only a significant scientific milestone but also a potential economic and social boon. Scientists develop mutant rice capable of resisting common crop disease — here's why it's so important first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading


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Home chef shares simple way to extend life of leafy wilted greens and herbs: 'I definitely need to try this'

"Imagine all the money you could save if you reduce your food waste." Home chef shares simple way to extend life of leafy wilted greens and herbs: 'I definitely need to try this' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading


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Home maintenance expert shares simple trick to flush out buildup in AC drain line: 'Clear out all the gunk and the funk'

"That’s all there is to it." Home maintenance expert shares simple trick to flush out buildup in AC drain line: 'Clear out all the gunk and the funk' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading


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