Wednesday, July 31, 2019

The International Space Station passed overhead

From July 31, 2019 at 11:52PM, until August 01, 2019 at 12:01AM, the International Space Station passed over overhead for 584 seconds. https://ift.tt/2bPSXp2

The International Space Station passed overhead

From July 31, 2019 at 10:15PM, until July 31, 2019 at 10:25PM, the International Space Station passed over overhead for 643 seconds. https://ift.tt/2bPSXp2

The International Space Station passed overhead

From July 31, 2019 at 08:38PM, until July 31, 2019 at 08:47PM, the International Space Station passed over overhead for 569 seconds. https://ift.tt/2bPSXp2

The International Space Station passed overhead

From July 31, 2019 at 07:00PM, until July 31, 2019 at 07:09PM, the International Space Station passed over overhead for 550 seconds. https://ift.tt/2bPSXp2

NPR News: Hawaii Extends Thirty Meter Telescope Permit Amid Protests

Hawaii Extends Thirty Meter Telescope Permit Amid Protests
"Because TMT construction is not imminent, I am withdrawing the emergency proclamation effective immediately," Ige said on Tuesday following a decision to allow an extra two years for construction.

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The International Space Station passed overhead

From July 31, 2019 at 05:22PM, until July 31, 2019 at 05:33PM, the International Space Station passed over overhead for 628 seconds. https://ift.tt/2bPSXp2

NPR News: D.C. Officials Start To Rethink Swimming Ban In Rivers After Years Of Cleanup Efforts

D.C. Officials Start To Rethink Swimming Ban In Rivers After Years Of Cleanup Efforts
Swimming has been banned in some of the nation's urban rivers for decades because of pollution. Now, the waterways are becoming cleaner and D.C. may allow swimming in the Potomac and Anacostia.

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The International Space Station passed overhead

From July 31, 2019 at 03:45PM, until July 31, 2019 at 03:56PM, the International Space Station passed over overhead for 635 seconds. https://ift.tt/2bPSXp2

NASA Administrator Names Acting Director for Goddard Space Flight Center

NASA Administrator Jim Bridenstine has named George Morrow to serve as acting director of the agency’s Goddard Space Flight Center in Greenbelt, Maryland, effective Thursday, Aug. 1.

July 31, 2019
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NPR News: Don't Cut Those Trees — Big Food Might Be Watching

Don't Cut Those Trees — Big Food Might Be Watching
Dozens of food companies have promised to stop their suppliers from clearing forests in order to grow crops or graze cattle. Now the companies have a tool to monitor those farmers from space.

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The International Space Station passed overhead

From July 31, 2019 at 02:13PM, until July 31, 2019 at 02:17PM, the International Space Station passed over overhead for 269 seconds. https://ift.tt/2bPSXp2

NPR News: How Tech Companies Track Your Every Move And Put Your Data Up For Sale

How Tech Companies Track Your Every Move And Put Your Data Up For Sale
Washington Post tech columnist Geoffrey Fowler listened to four years' worth of audio that Amazon had captured and stored from his Alexa smart speaker. He was surprised by what he found.

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NPR News: Facebook's Digital Money Plan Raises Stakes For China's Cryptocurrency Ambitions

Facebook's Digital Money Plan Raises Stakes For China's Cryptocurrency Ambitions
Facebook's plans for a new digital currency have sent Chinese monetary officials scrambling. Since 2014, China's central bank has been looking into launching a cryptocurrency too.

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NPR News: Ethiopians Plant 350 Million Trees As Part Of 'Green Legacy' Program

Ethiopians Plant 350 Million Trees As Part Of 'Green Legacy' Program
In one day, Ethiopians planted more than 350 million — that's million with an M — trees. It was an effort to combat climate change and deforestation. The program has been dubbed Green Legacy.

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NPR News: Mongolia's Long Road To Mining Wealth

Mongolia's Long Road To Mining Wealth
Mongolia is undergoing a dramatic transformation from a pastoral society to one whose economy is based on mining, especially copper and coal. With the change has come opportunity — and loss.

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Tuesday, July 30, 2019

The International Space Station passed overhead

From July 31, 2019 at 12:41AM, until July 31, 2019 at 12:50AM, the International Space Station passed over overhead for 510 seconds. https://ift.tt/2bPSXp2

The International Space Station passed overhead

From July 30, 2019 at 11:04PM, until July 30, 2019 at 11:15PM, the International Space Station passed over overhead for 649 seconds. https://ift.tt/2bPSXp2

The International Space Station passed overhead

From July 30, 2019 at 09:27PM, until July 30, 2019 at 09:37PM, the International Space Station passed over overhead for 591 seconds. https://ift.tt/2bPSXp2

NPR News: In Las Vegas, There Are Swarms Of Grasshoppers Big Enough To Show Up On Weather Radar

In Las Vegas, There Are Swarms Of Grasshoppers Big Enough To Show Up On Weather Radar
Las Vegas has been invaded by grasshoppers due to unusually wet weather earlier this year. They have shown up in radar footage from the National Weather Service.

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NPR News: Kids See Bearded Men As Strong — But Unattractive, Study Finds

Kids See Bearded Men As Strong — But Unattractive, Study Finds
New research shows that young children have a negative reaction to beards, but that changes as they get older. Children with bearded fathers did feel more warmly toward facial hair.

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NPR News: Kids See Bearded Men As Strong — But Unattractive, Study Finds

Kids See Bearded Men As Strong — But Unattractive, Study Finds
New research shows that young children have a negative reaction to beards, but that changes as they get older. Children with bearded fathers did feel more warmly toward facial hair.

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NPR News: Loggerhead Sea Turtles Lay Record-Breaking Number Of Nests In The Southeast This Year

Loggerhead Sea Turtles Lay Record-Breaking Number Of Nests In The Southeast This Year
In Georgia, record numbers of loggerhead turtle nests have thrilled scientists working to save the endangered species.

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NPR News: Kid See Bearded Men As Strong — But Unattractive, Study Finds

Kid See Bearded Men As Strong — But Unattractive, Study Finds
New research shows that young children have a negative reaction to beards, but that changes as they get older. Children with bearded fathers did feel more warmly toward facial hair.

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NPR News: Kid See Bearded Men As Strong — But Unattractive, Study Finds

Kid See Bearded Men As Strong — But Unattractive, Study Finds
New research shows that young children have a negative reaction to beards, but that changes as they get older. Children with bearded fathers did feel more warmly toward facial hair.

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NPR News: So Long, Mini Shampoos: Holiday Inn's Owner Switching To Bulk Sizes To Cut Waste

So Long, Mini Shampoos: Holiday Inn's Owner Switching To Bulk Sizes To Cut Waste
InterContinental Hotels Group says its hotels use some 200 million little toiletries every year. It plans to switch from tiny plastic sample sizes to bulk-sized bathroom amenities by the end of 2021.

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The International Space Station passed overhead

From July 30, 2019 at 04:35PM, until July 30, 2019 at 04:45PM, the International Space Station passed over overhead for 651 seconds. https://ift.tt/2bPSXp2

NASA Announces US Industry Partnerships to Advance Moon, Mars Technology

As NASA prepares to land humans on the Moon by 2024 with the Artemis program, commercial companies are developing new technologies, working toward space ventures of their own, and looking to NASA for assistance.

July 30, 2019
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The International Space Station passed overhead

From July 30, 2019 at 03:00PM, until July 30, 2019 at 03:08PM, the International Space Station passed over overhead for 459 seconds. https://ift.tt/2bPSXp2

NPR News: Plastics Or People? At Least 1 Of Them Has To Change To Clean Up Our Mess

Plastics Or People? At Least 1 Of Them Has To Change To Clean Up Our Mess
As consumers rebel against plastic waste, there's a growing question: Do we invent something people can toss without harming the environment or do we change people by giving them a chance to reuse?

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NPR News: Plastics Or People? At Least 1 Of Them Has To Change To Clean Up Our Mess

Plastics Or People? At Least 1 Of Them Has To Change To Clean Up Our Mess
As consumers rebel against plastic waste, there's a growing question: Do we invent something people can toss without harming the environment or do we change people by giving them a chance to reuse?

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NPR News: Huawei Says Revenue Jumped 23% Despite Tensions With U.S.

Huawei Says Revenue Jumped 23% Despite Tensions With U.S.
Sales in the six months through June were just over $58.3 billion. But Huawei Chairman Liang Hua says the company will "face difficulties" in the second half because of U.S. restrictions.

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NPR News: 'It Came From Something Awful' Links 4Chan And Today's Political Discourse

'It Came From Something Awful' Links 4Chan And Today's Political Discourse
If author Dale Beran is to be believed, all the world's an internet forum. His new book offers an overview of internet culture and explores the mindset and techniques of early internet trolls.

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NPR News: Capital One Data Breach Exposes Over 100 Million Customers

Capital One Data Breach Exposes Over 100 Million Customers
An alleged hacker has been charged in connection with the breach. Authorities in Seattle say she is alleged to have hacked credit scores, balances, income information and social security numbers.

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NPR News: Mongolia's Capital Banned Coal To Fix Its Pollution Problem. Will It Work?

Mongolia's Capital Banned Coal To Fix Its Pollution Problem. Will It Work?
Winter nights in Ulaanbaatar can drop to minus 20 degrees Fahrenheit. Many residents without electricity burn coal to heat their homes, leading to toxic air and health problems.

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NPR News: Woman Charged As Hacker Of Capital One Data That Exposes Over 100 Million Customers

Woman Charged As Hacker Of Capital One Data That Exposes Over 100 Million Customers
The country's seventh-largest bank says the information was taken from a hack of credit card applications submitted over a 14-year period.

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Monday, July 29, 2019

NPR News: Irritating Compounds Discovered In 'Vape Juice'

Irritating Compounds Discovered In 'Vape Juice'
Research chemists who analyzed a number of flavored e-liquids found that some ingredients combine on the shelf to create "acetals" — compounds likely to irritate or inflame airways when inhaled.

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The International Space Station passed overhead

From July 30, 2019 at 01:32AM, until July 30, 2019 at 01:38AM, the International Space Station passed over overhead for 380 seconds. https://ift.tt/2bPSXp2

NPR News: Irritating Compounds Discovered In 'Vape Juice'

Irritating Compounds Discovered In 'Vape Juice'
Research chemists who analyzed a number of flavored e-liquids found that some ingredients combine on the shelf to create "acetals" — compounds likely to irritate or inflame airways when inhaled.

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The International Space Station passed overhead

From July 29, 2019 at 11:53PM, until July 30, 2019 at 12:04AM, the International Space Station passed over overhead for 641 seconds. https://ift.tt/2bPSXp2

The International Space Station passed overhead

From July 29, 2019 at 10:17PM, until July 29, 2019 at 10:27PM, the International Space Station passed over overhead for 613 seconds. https://ift.tt/2bPSXp2

The International Space Station passed overhead

From July 29, 2019 at 08:40PM, until July 29, 2019 at 08:49PM, the International Space Station passed over overhead for 543 seconds. https://ift.tt/2bPSXp2

The International Space Station passed overhead

From July 29, 2019 at 07:02PM, until July 29, 2019 at 07:11PM, the International Space Station passed over overhead for 582 seconds. https://ift.tt/2bPSXp2

The International Space Station passed overhead

From July 29, 2019 at 05:24PM, until July 29, 2019 at 05:35PM, the International Space Station passed over overhead for 651 seconds. https://ift.tt/2bPSXp2

NPR News: Doctors In The U.S. Use CRISPR Technique To Treat A Genetic Disorder For The 1st Time

Doctors In The U.S. Use CRISPR Technique To Treat A Genetic Disorder For The 1st Time
For the first time, doctors have used the gene-editing technique CRISPR to treat a genetic disorder in the U.S. The patient, who has sickle cell disease, spoke with NPR about her treatment.

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NPR News: With An Eye Toward Lower Emissions, Clean Air Travel Gets Off The Ground

With An Eye Toward Lower Emissions, Clean Air Travel Gets Off The Ground
Air travel is set to grow dramatically. It will be a while before electric planes truly take off, but people are trying to reduce their carbon footprint now with offsets and "flight shaming."

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NPR News: With An Eye Toward Lower Emissions, Clean Air Travel Gets Off The Ground

With An Eye Toward Lower Emissions, Clean Air Travel Gets Off The Ground
Air travel is set to grow dramatically. It will be a while before electric planes truly take off, but people are trying to reduce their carbon footprint now with offsets and "flight shaming."

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NPR News: With An Eye Toward Lower Emissions, Clean Air Travel Gets Off The Ground

With An Eye Toward Lower Emissions, Clean Air Travel Gets Off The Ground
Air travel is set to grow dramatically. It will be a while before electric planes truly take off, but people are trying to reduce their carbon footprint now with offsets and "flight shaming."

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The International Space Station passed overhead

From July 29, 2019 at 03:48PM, until July 29, 2019 at 03:58PM, the International Space Station passed over overhead for 556 seconds. https://ift.tt/2bPSXp2

NPR News: Bugged By Insects? 'Buzz, Sting, Bite' Makes The Case For 6-Legged Friends

Bugged By Insects? 'Buzz, Sting, Bite' Makes The Case For 6-Legged Friends
The decline of Earth's insect population may have serious consequences for humans, says scientist Anne Sverdrup-Thygeson. Insects are the world's janitors, as well as pollinators and a food source.

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NPR News: Sickle Cell Patient Reveals Why She Is Volunteering For Landmark Gene-Editing Study

Sickle Cell Patient Reveals Why She Is Volunteering For Landmark Gene-Editing Study
Victoria Gray, 34, of Forest, Miss., hopes the gene-editing technique CRISPR will relieve her lifelong suffering caused by the genetic blood disorder that affects millions of people around the world.

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NPR News: A New Old Way To Combat Toxic Algae: Float Them Up, Then Skim Them Off

A New Old Way To Combat Toxic Algae: Float Them Up, Then Skim Them Off
Massive blooms of blue-green algae are choking Florida's waterways. On Lake Okeechobee, the Army Corps of Engineers is testing methods based on wastewater treatment to remove the green slime.

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NPR News: The Deadly Winters That Have Transformed Life For Herders In Mongolia

The Deadly Winters That Have Transformed Life For Herders In Mongolia
Mongolia's herders are accustomed to cold, but the extreme conditions of the country's terrible winters, known as dzuds, killed countless livestock and livelihoods. Herders have had to adapt.

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NPR News: Sickle Cell Patient Reveals Why She Is Volunteering For Landmark Gene-Editing Study

Sickle Cell Patient Reveals Why She Is Volunteering For Landmark Gene-Editing Study
Victoria Gray, 34, of Forest, Miss., hopes the gene-editing technique CRISPR will relieve her lifelong suffering caused by the genetic blood disorder that affects millions of people around the world.

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Sunday, July 28, 2019

The International Space Station passed overhead

From July 29, 2019 at 12:43AM, until July 29, 2019 at 12:53AM, the International Space Station passed over overhead for 616 seconds. https://ift.tt/2bPSXp2

The International Space Station passed overhead

From July 28, 2019 at 11:06PM, until July 28, 2019 at 11:17PM, the International Space Station passed over overhead for 632 seconds. https://ift.tt/2bPSXp2

The International Space Station passed overhead

From July 28, 2019 at 09:29PM, until July 28, 2019 at 09:39PM, the International Space Station passed over overhead for 555 seconds. https://ift.tt/2bPSXp2

The International Space Station passed overhead

From July 28, 2019 at 07:51PM, until July 28, 2019 at 08:01PM, the International Space Station passed over overhead for 561 seconds. https://ift.tt/2bPSXp2

The International Space Station passed overhead

From July 28, 2019 at 06:13PM, until July 28, 2019 at 06:24PM, the International Space Station passed over overhead for 640 seconds. https://ift.tt/2bPSXp2

The International Space Station passed overhead

From July 28, 2019 at 04:37PM, until July 28, 2019 at 04:47PM, the International Space Station passed over overhead for 611 seconds. https://ift.tt/2bPSXp2

NPR News: There Are More Fireflies In Chicago Than Usual This Year. Here's Why

There Are More Fireflies In Chicago Than Usual This Year. Here's Why
NPR's Lulu Garcia-Navarro asks Doug Taron of the Chicago Academy of Sciences why Chicagoans are seeing more lightning bugs this year.

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NPR News: Hydroelectric Dam Project Could Threaten Tanzanian Game Reserve, Conservationists Say

Hydroelectric Dam Project Could Threaten Tanzanian Game Reserve, Conservationists Say
The president of Tanzania has ordered that a major game reserve be split in two, and has banned hunting in the larger part of the reserve.

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NPR News: Did Facebook CEO Mark Zuckerberg Intend To Deceive?

Did Facebook CEO Mark Zuckerberg Intend To Deceive?
Regulators missed a chance to find out if deceptive practices at Facebook came from the top when they decided to enter into a settlement with Zuckerberg instead of questioning him, an FTC member says.

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NPR News: Volcano Experts And Archaeologists Are Clashing Over Access To Study Pompeii

Volcano Experts And Archaeologists Are Clashing Over Access To Study Pompeii
Volcanologists and archaeologists are clashing over access to the ancient site of Pompeii.

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Saturday, July 27, 2019

The International Space Station passed overhead

From July 28, 2019 at 01:32AM, until July 28, 2019 at 01:42AM, the International Space Station passed over overhead for 567 seconds. https://ift.tt/2bPSXp2

The International Space Station passed overhead

From July 27, 2019 at 11:55PM, until July 28, 2019 at 12:06AM, the International Space Station passed over overhead for 645 seconds. https://ift.tt/2bPSXp2

The International Space Station passed overhead

From July 27, 2019 at 10:19PM, until July 27, 2019 at 10:28PM, the International Space Station passed over overhead for 573 seconds. https://ift.tt/2bPSXp2

The International Space Station passed overhead

From July 27, 2019 at 08:41PM, until July 27, 2019 at 08:50PM, the International Space Station passed over overhead for 546 seconds. https://ift.tt/2bPSXp2

The International Space Station passed overhead

From July 27, 2019 at 07:03PM, until July 27, 2019 at 07:13PM, the International Space Station passed over overhead for 622 seconds. https://ift.tt/2bPSXp2

NPR News: Can Fast Fashion And Sustainability Be Stitched Together?

Can Fast Fashion And Sustainability Be Stitched Together?
Spanish retailer Zara pledges to use nearly all sustainable materials by 2025. But is it possible for a fast-fashion brand, that churns out 500 new designs per week, to truly be sustainable?

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The International Space Station passed overhead

From July 27, 2019 at 05:26PM, until July 27, 2019 at 05:37PM, the International Space Station passed over overhead for 641 seconds. https://ift.tt/2bPSXp2

The International Space Station passed overhead

From July 27, 2019 at 03:53PM, until July 27, 2019 at 03:58PM, the International Space Station passed over overhead for 339 seconds. https://ift.tt/2bPSXp2

NPR News: Grindr Has Left A Cultural Impact On The LGBTQ Community. But Can The App Survive?

Grindr Has Left A Cultural Impact On The LGBTQ Community. But Can The App Survive?
Once a mainstay of queer culture, Grindr is slipping at representing all aspects of LGBTQ people. NPR's Scott Simon speaks to journalist Mathew Rodriguez about why.

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NPR News: Opinion: Is Anything More Urgent Than The Temperature Of Our Planet?

Opinion: Is Anything More Urgent Than The Temperature Of Our Planet?
Our earth is in the middle of what may be the hottest summer on record. Scorching new records were set all over Europe this week. What could be more urgent news than the temperature of our planet?

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NPR News: Opinion: Is Anything More Urgent Than The Temperature Of Our Planet?

Opinion: Is Anything More Urgent Than The Temperature Of Our Planet?
Our earth is in the middle of what may be the hottest summer on record. Scorching new records were set all over Europe this week. What could be more urgent news than the temperature of our planet?

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NPR News: Genetic Counselors Of Color Tackle Racial, Ethnic Disparities In Health Care

Genetic Counselors Of Color Tackle Racial, Ethnic Disparities In Health Care
They work with patients to decide when genetic testing is appropriate, interpret test results and counsel families on the ways hereditary diseases might impact them. A trusting relationship is key.

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Friday, July 26, 2019

The International Space Station passed overhead

From July 27, 2019 at 02:22AM, until July 27, 2019 at 02:30AM, the International Space Station passed over overhead for 482 seconds. https://ift.tt/2bPSXp2

The International Space Station passed overhead

From July 27, 2019 at 12:45AM, until July 27, 2019 at 12:55AM, the International Space Station passed over overhead for 647 seconds. https://ift.tt/2bPSXp2

The International Space Station passed overhead

From July 26, 2019 at 11:08PM, until July 26, 2019 at 11:18PM, the International Space Station passed over overhead for 596 seconds. https://ift.tt/2bPSXp2

The International Space Station passed overhead

From July 26, 2019 at 09:31PM, until July 26, 2019 at 09:40PM, the International Space Station passed over overhead for 540 seconds. https://ift.tt/2bPSXp2

The International Space Station passed overhead

From July 26, 2019 at 07:53PM, until July 26, 2019 at 08:03PM, the International Space Station passed over overhead for 598 seconds. https://ift.tt/2bPSXp2

NPR News: Deserted Oil Tanker Off Yemen's Coast Could Create An Environmental Disaster

Deserted Oil Tanker Off Yemen's Coast Could Create An Environmental Disaster
NPR's Mary Louise Kelly speaks with Doug Weir of the Conflict and Environment Observatory about a deserted oil tanker described as a "floating bomb" that's currently anchored off the coast of Yemen.

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The International Space Station passed overhead

From July 26, 2019 at 06:15PM, until July 26, 2019 at 06:26PM, the International Space Station passed over overhead for 652 seconds. https://ift.tt/2bPSXp2

The International Space Station passed overhead

From July 26, 2019 at 04:40PM, until July 26, 2019 at 04:49PM, the International Space Station passed over overhead for 490 seconds. https://ift.tt/2bPSXp2

NPR News: Save The Salmon, Save The World

Save The Salmon, Save The World
Fish matter.

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NPR News: Friday News Roundup - International

Friday News Roundup - International
The U.K. has a new prime minister.

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NPR News: Save The Salmon, Save The World

Save The Salmon, Save The World
Fish matter.

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NPR News: Friday News Roundup - Domestic

Friday News Roundup - Domestic
Robert Mueller testifies. Facebook pays a price for losing control of our data. Puerto Rico’s governor resigns. And fiscal hawks lose the plot over a new budget deal.

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NPR News: Dialysis Firm Cancels $524,600.17 Medical Bill After Journalists Investigate

Dialysis Firm Cancels $524,600.17 Medical Bill After Journalists Investigate
This week, NPR profiled a Montana man who was billed nearly half a million dollars for 14 weeks of dialysis, after being caught in a dispute between insurer and the dialysis provider. Now he owes $0.

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NPR News: Dialysis Firm Cancels $524,600.17 Medical Bill After Journalists Investigate

Dialysis Firm Cancels $524,600.17 Medical Bill After Journalists Investigate
This week, NPR profiled a Montana man who was billed nearly half a million dollars for 14 weeks of dialysis, after being caught in a dispute between insurer and the dialysis provider. Now he owes $0.

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NPR News: Birds Are Trying To Adapt To Climate Change — But Is It Too Little, Too Late?

Birds Are Trying To Adapt To Climate Change — But Is It Too Little, Too Late?
By breeding and migrating earlier, some birds are adapting to climate change. But it's probably not happening fast enough for some species to survive, according to new research.

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NPR News: Birds Are Trying To Adapt To Climate Change — But Is It Too Little, Too Late?

Birds Are Trying To Adapt To Climate Change — But Is It Too Little, Too Late?
By breeding and migrating earlier, some birds are adapting to climate change. But it's probably not happening fast enough for some species to survive, according to new research.

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NPR News: Birds Are Trying To Adapt To Climate Change — But Is It Too Little, Too Late?

Birds Are Trying To Adapt To Climate Change — But Is It Too Little, Too Late?
By breeding and migrating earlier, some birds are adapting to climate change. But it's probably not happening fast enough for some species to survive, according to new research.

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SpaceX Dragon en Route to Space Station with NASA Science, Cargo

A SpaceX Dragon cargo spacecraft is on its way to deliver the second commercial crew docking port and about 5,000 pounds of science investigations and supplies for the International Space Station after a 6:01 p.m. EDT Thursday launch from Florida.

July 25, 2019
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NPR News: California Signs Deal With Automakers To Produce Fuel-Efficient Cars

California Signs Deal With Automakers To Produce Fuel-Efficient Cars
The agreement is different from plans expected to be announced by the Trump administration that would weaken national emissions standards.

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NPR News: Senate Panel Report Details How Russians Interfered In 2016 Elections

Senate Panel Report Details How Russians Interfered In 2016 Elections
NPR's Noel King talks to Michael Daniel, ex-cybersecurity coordinator and special adviser to President Obama, about interference in the 2016 elections all the way down to the state and local level.

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NPR News: Hello, Brave New World!

Hello, Brave New World!
The advent of streaming has changed our relationship to music, but where is it taking us? What's the logical conclusion? The only way to know for sure is to ask the future — so we did.

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NPR News: Towards New Musics: What The Future Holds For Sound Creativity

Towards New Musics: What The Future Holds For Sound Creativity
Instead of fostering and clearing new paths for musical expression, the Internet has in many ways had the opposite effect. But there's plenty of potential, as two bright minds from MIT explain.

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Thursday, July 25, 2019

The International Space Station passed overhead

From July 26, 2019 at 03:12AM, until July 26, 2019 at 03:18AM, the International Space Station passed over overhead for 326 seconds. https://ift.tt/2bPSXp2

The International Space Station passed overhead

From July 26, 2019 at 01:34AM, until July 26, 2019 at 01:45AM, the International Space Station passed over overhead for 635 seconds. https://ift.tt/2bPSXp2

The International Space Station passed overhead

From July 25, 2019 at 11:57PM, until July 26, 2019 at 12:08AM, the International Space Station passed over overhead for 618 seconds. https://ift.tt/2bPSXp2

The International Space Station passed overhead

From July 25, 2019 at 10:20PM, until July 25, 2019 at 10:29PM, the International Space Station passed over overhead for 544 seconds. https://ift.tt/2bPSXp2

The International Space Station passed overhead

From July 25, 2019 at 08:42PM, until July 25, 2019 at 08:52PM, the International Space Station passed over overhead for 575 seconds. https://ift.tt/2bPSXp2

The International Space Station passed overhead

From July 25, 2019 at 07:04PM, until July 25, 2019 at 07:15PM, the International Space Station passed over overhead for 649 seconds. https://ift.tt/2bPSXp2

NPR News: Decisions, Decisions: Some We Struggle To Make, Other's We Can't Forget

Decisions, Decisions: Some We Struggle To Make, Other's We Can't Forget
This week on the Hidden Brain radio show, decision-making. We learn why we often stumble when trying to make ourselves happy, and why certain decisions leave us wondering "what if?"

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NPR News: Decisions, Decisions: Some We Struggle To Make, Other's We Can't Forget

Decisions, Decisions: Some We Struggle To Make, Other's We Can't Forget
This week on the Hidden Brain radio show, decision-making. We learn why we often stumble when trying to make ourselves happy, and why certain decisions leave us wondering "what if?"

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The International Space Station passed overhead

From July 25, 2019 at 05:29PM, until July 25, 2019 at 05:38PM, the International Space Station passed over overhead for 573 seconds. https://ift.tt/2bPSXp2

NPR News: Sharks Like To Hang Out, But Their Spots Often Overlap With Commercial Fishers'

Sharks Like To Hang Out, But Their Spots Often Overlap With Commercial Fishers'
Many shark species tend to congregate in the same areas as industrial fishing ships, a study finds. As a result, tens of millions of sharks in the open ocean end up caught either as food or bycatch.

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NPR News: Former Facebook Chief Security Officer On Election Security And Digital Threats

Former Facebook Chief Security Officer On Election Security And Digital Threats
NPR's Ari Shapiro speaks with Alex Stamos, director of the Stanford Internet Observatory, about efforts to shore up election security.

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NPR News: Sharks Like To Hang Out, But Their Spots Often Overlap With Commercial Fishers'

Sharks Like To Hang Out, But Their Spots Often Overlap With Commercial Fishers'
Many shark species tend to congregate in the same areas as industrial fishing ships, a study finds. As a result, tens of millions of sharks in the open ocean end up caught either as food or bycatch.

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NASA TV to Air Launch, Docking of Russian Space Station Cargo Ship

A Russian Progress cargo spacecraft is scheduled to launch to the International Space Station Wednesday, July 31. Live coverage of the resupply craft’s launch and docking will begin at 7:45 a.m. EDT on NASA Television and the agency’s website.

July 25, 2019
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NPR News: Economists Say Trump Administration Is Over-Paying Farmers For Trade Losses

Economists Say Trump Administration Is Over-Paying Farmers For Trade Losses
The Trump administration has released details of a $16 billion plan to compensate farmers who've lost money as a result of the trade dispute with China. Some economists say it's too generous.

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NPR News: 76 Billion Pills, 6 Companies And An Opioid Trial For The Ages

76 Billion Pills, 6 Companies And An Opioid Trial For The Ages
A new investigative report sheds light on the facts and figures behind the opioid crisis.

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NPR News: A Warm Bedtime Bath Can Help You Cool Down And Sleep Better

A Warm Bedtime Bath Can Help You Cool Down And Sleep Better
Research suggests a warm bath or shower an hour or two before bedtime can help you unwind and fall asleep faster. Why? It will help lower your core temperature, and that's a circadian sleep signal.

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NPR News: A Warm Bedtime Bath Can Help You Cool Down And Sleep Better

A Warm Bedtime Bath Can Help You Cool Down And Sleep Better
Research suggests a warm bath or shower an hour or two before bedtime can help you unwind and fall asleep faster. Why? It will help lower your core temperature, and that's a circadian sleep signal.

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NPR News: Small Towns Fear They Are Unprepared For Future Climate-Driven Flooding

Small Towns Fear They Are Unprepared For Future Climate-Driven Flooding
The central U.S. just experienced the most widespread river flooding ever recorded there. Flood defenses in major cities largely performed well, but many smaller communities were simply overwhelmed.

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NPR News: Small Towns Fear They Are Unprepared For Future Climate-Driven Flooding

Small Towns Fear They Are Unprepared For Future Climate-Driven Flooding
The central U.S. just experienced the most widespread river flooding ever recorded there. Flood defenses in major cities largely performed well, but many smaller communities were simply overwhelmed.

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NPR News: The Green New Deal: Where Spotify Stands, And Where Artists Wish It Would

The Green New Deal: Where Spotify Stands, And Where Artists Wish It Would
Since launching stateside in 2011, the green logo of Spotify has come to be, almost like Kleenex, synonymous with the weird new world of streaming. So, dozens of billions of dollars later, what's up?

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NPR News: Threats To U.S. Elections Aren't Going Away. What Have The 2020 Democrats Proposed?

Threats To U.S. Elections Aren't Going Away. What Have The 2020 Democrats Proposed?
FBI Director Christopher Wray and former special counsel Robert Mueller both warned this week about the perils to the 2020 presidential race. What would the candidates do about it?

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NPR News: Mistrust And Lack Of Genetic Diversity Slow Gains In Precision Medicine

Mistrust And Lack Of Genetic Diversity Slow Gains In Precision Medicine
Scientists hoping to get more diversity of ancestry among medical research volunteers need to grapple with the history of medical exploitation, says a Columbia University bioethicist.

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NPR News: Facebook Faces More than A Fine From Regulators

Facebook Faces More than A Fine From Regulators
Is Facebook a monopoly? NPR's Rachel Martin talks to FTC Commissioner Noah Phillips about the agency's investigation into the social media giant for potential antitrust violations.

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NPR News: Mistrust And Lack Of Genetic Diversity Slow Gains In Precision Medicine

Mistrust And Lack Of Genetic Diversity Slow Gains In Precision Medicine
Scientists hoping to get more diversity of ancestry among medical research volunteers need to grapple with the history of medical exploitation, says a Columbia University bioethicist.

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Wednesday, July 24, 2019

The International Space Station passed overhead

From July 25, 2019 at 02:23AM, until July 25, 2019 at 02:34AM, the International Space Station passed over overhead for 605 seconds. https://ift.tt/2bPSXp2

The International Space Station passed overhead

From July 25, 2019 at 12:47AM, until July 25, 2019 at 12:57AM, the International Space Station passed over overhead for 636 seconds. https://ift.tt/2bPSXp2

The International Space Station passed overhead

From July 24, 2019 at 11:10PM, until July 24, 2019 at 11:19PM, the International Space Station passed over overhead for 558 seconds. https://ift.tt/2bPSXp2

The International Space Station passed overhead

From July 24, 2019 at 09:32PM, until July 24, 2019 at 09:41PM, the International Space Station passed over overhead for 555 seconds. https://ift.tt/2bPSXp2

The International Space Station passed overhead

From July 24, 2019 at 07:54PM, until July 24, 2019 at 08:05PM, the International Space Station passed over overhead for 635 seconds. https://ift.tt/2bPSXp2

The International Space Station passed overhead

From July 24, 2019 at 06:17PM, until July 24, 2019 at 06:28PM, the International Space Station passed over overhead for 621 seconds. https://ift.tt/2bPSXp2

NPR News: Improved Prosthetic Hand Has A Lighter Touch And Easy Grip

Improved Prosthetic Hand Has A Lighter Touch And Easy Grip
There's still much research to be done before the device is routinely useful. But one man was able to use it to gently grasp his wife's hand and feel her touch — an emotional moment, he says.

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NPR News: Improved Prosthetic Hand Gains A Lighter Touch And Easy Grip

Improved Prosthetic Hand Gains A Lighter Touch And Easy Grip
There's still much research to be done before the device is routinely useful. But one patient was able to use it to gently grasp his wife's hand and feel her touch — an emotional moment, he says.

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NPR News: Improved Prosthetic Hand Gains A Lighter Touch And Easy Grip

Improved Prosthetic Hand Gains A Lighter Touch And Easy Grip
There's still much research to be done before the device is routinely useful. But one patient was able to use it to gently grasp his wife's hand and feel her touch — an emotional moment, he says.

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NPR News: 50 Years Later: The Apollo 11 Moon Landing And How We Got There (Rebroadcast)

50 Years Later: The Apollo 11 Moon Landing And How We Got There (Rebroadcast)
This week marks the 50th anniversary of Apollo 11's landing on the Moon.

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NPR News: The 1A Movie Club Sees ‘The Lion King’

The 1A Movie Club Sees ‘The Lion King’
The remake made over a half billion dollars in its first 10 days of release. But how did the film resonate with viewers?

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NPR News: 50 Years Later: The Apollo 11 Moon Landing And How We Got There (Rebroadcast)

50 Years Later: The Apollo 11 Moon Landing And How We Got There (Rebroadcast)
This week marks the 50th anniversary of Apollo 11's landing on the Moon.

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NPR News: Sharks Have Few Places To Hide From Fishing, Study Shows

Sharks Have Few Places To Hide From Fishing, Study Shows
Many shark species tend to congregate in the same areas as industrial fishing ships, a study finds. As a result, tens of millions of sharks in the open ocean end up caught either as food or bycatch.

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NPR News: Sharks Have Few Places To Hide From Fishing, Study Shows

Sharks Have Few Places To Hide From Fishing, Study Shows
Many shark species tend to congregate in the same areas as industrial fishing ships, a study finds. As a result, tens of millions of sharks in the open ocean end up caught either as food or bycatch.

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NPR News: Sharks Have Few Places To Hide From Fishing, Study Shows

Sharks Have Few Places To Hide From Fishing, Study Shows
Many shark species tend to congregate in the same areas as industrial fishing ships, a study finds. As a result, tens of millions of sharks in the open ocean end up caught either as food or bycatch.

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NPR News: FTC: Facebook's Zuckerberg Must Give Progress Reports To Regulators

FTC: Facebook's Zuckerberg Must Give Progress Reports To Regulators
The FTC and Facebook entered a new settlement over privacy violations. CEO Mark Zuckerberg must give quarterly progress reports directly to regulators. Facebook must also pay a $5 billion fine.

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NPR News: Facebook To Pay $5 Billion To Settle FTC Privacy Case

Facebook To Pay $5 Billion To Settle FTC Privacy Case
As part of the settlement with the Federal Trade Commission, Facebook CEO Mark Zuckerberg could be subject to penalties if his company doesn't comply with the agreement.

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NPR News: What Time Of Year Are People Likely To First Try Drugs? Summer, Survey Says

What Time Of Year Are People Likely To First Try Drugs? Summer, Survey Says
A study finds that summer is when people are more likely to try drugs for the first time. Previous studies showed that summers are also when more people use drugs, leading to more visits to the ER.

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NPR News: As Climate Changes, Taxpayers Will Shoulder Larger U.S. Payouts To Farmers

As Climate Changes, Taxpayers Will Shoulder Larger U.S. Payouts To Farmers
That's good for farmers but bad for taxpayers, who subsidize government-backed crop insurance. The fate of research that forecasts these costs is in doubt as economists and scientists leave the USDA.

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NPR News: Justice Department Begins Review Of Whether Big Tech Is Too Powerful

Justice Department Begins Review Of Whether Big Tech Is Too Powerful
The Justice Department is launching a wide-ranging antitrust review of big tech companies. The inquiry will consider concerns raised about "search, social media, and some retail services online."

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NPR News: News Brief: Robert Mueller, DOJ's Tech Review, Pa. School's Lunch Debt

News Brief: Robert Mueller, DOJ's Tech Review, Pa. School's Lunch Debt
Ex-special counsel Robert Mueller testifies Wednesday before 2 House panels. DOJ launches a review into major tech firms. And, a Pennsylvania school district rebuffs donor efforts to pay lunch debts.

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Tuesday, July 23, 2019

The International Space Station passed overhead

From July 24, 2019 at 03:13AM, until July 24, 2019 at 03:22AM, the International Space Station passed over overhead for 548 seconds. https://ift.tt/2bPSXp2

The International Space Station passed overhead

From July 24, 2019 at 01:36AM, until July 24, 2019 at 01:47AM, the International Space Station passed over overhead for 646 seconds. https://ift.tt/2bPSXp2

The International Space Station passed overhead

From July 23, 2019 at 11:59PM, until July 24, 2019 at 12:09AM, the International Space Station passed over overhead for 578 seconds. https://ift.tt/2bPSXp2

The International Space Station passed overhead

From July 23, 2019 at 10:22PM, until July 23, 2019 at 10:31PM, the International Space Station passed over overhead for 542 seconds. https://ift.tt/2bPSXp2

The International Space Station passed overhead

From July 23, 2019 at 08:44PM, until July 23, 2019 at 08:54PM, the International Space Station passed over overhead for 615 seconds. https://ift.tt/2bPSXp2

The International Space Station passed overhead

From July 23, 2019 at 07:06PM, until July 23, 2019 at 07:17PM, the International Space Station passed over overhead for 645 seconds. https://ift.tt/2bPSXp2

NPR News: DOJ Starts Review Of Whether Major Tech Companies Are Too Powerful

DOJ Starts Review Of Whether Major Tech Companies Are Too Powerful
The Justice Department says it is launching a wide-ranging antitrust review, without naming the companies. But there have been increasing calls to regulate companies like Google, Facebook and Amazon.

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The International Space Station passed overhead

From July 23, 2019 at 05:33PM, until July 23, 2019 at 05:39PM, the International Space Station passed over overhead for 389 seconds. https://ift.tt/2bPSXp2

NPR News: Brain Scans Find Differences But No Injury In U.S. Diplomats Who Fell Ill In Cuba

Brain Scans Find Differences But No Injury In U.S. Diplomats Who Fell Ill In Cuba
Advanced MRI scans of 40 government workers who developed health problems in Havana found no evidence to support claims that they were attacked or suffered brain injuries.

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NPR News: Stepping Into The Sun: A Mission To Bring Solar Energy To Communities Of Color

Stepping Into The Sun: A Mission To Bring Solar Energy To Communities Of Color
Solar energy has taken off across the U.S. As an African American working in the industry, Jason Carney wants to make sure minority communities don't miss out on the energy savings or the green jobs.

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NPR News: Catching Sight Of A Rare Butterfly In A Surprise Refuge

Catching Sight Of A Rare Butterfly In A Surprise Refuge
The regal fritillary butterfly has largely disappeared from the East Coast, save for a military base in Central Pennsylvania. A few days each summer, hundreds descend for guided tours to see it.

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NPR News: Catching Sight Of A Rare Butterfly In A Surprise Refuge

Catching Sight Of A Rare Butterfly In A Surprise Refuge
The regal fritillary butterfly has largely disappeared from the East Coast, save for a military base in Central Pennsylvania. A few days each summer, hundreds descend for guided tours to see it.

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NPR News: A Study Confirms That Laugh Tracks Make Jokes Seem Funnier

A Study Confirms That Laugh Tracks Make Jokes Seem Funnier
Comedy shows on TV often use recorded laughter in combination with a live audience. A new study shows that hearing laughter, especially spontaneous laughter, makes a bad joke seem funnier.

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The International Space Station passed overhead

From July 23, 2019 at 04:03AM, until July 23, 2019 at 04:10AM, the International Space Station passed over overhead for 449 seconds. https://ift.tt/2bPSXp2

Monday, July 22, 2019

The International Space Station passed overhead

From July 23, 2019 at 02:25AM, until July 23, 2019 at 02:36AM, the International Space Station passed over overhead for 645 seconds. https://ift.tt/2bPSXp2

The International Space Station passed overhead

From July 23, 2019 at 12:49AM, until July 23, 2019 at 12:59AM, the International Space Station passed over overhead for 601 seconds. https://ift.tt/2bPSXp2

The International Space Station passed overhead

From July 22, 2019 at 11:11PM, until July 22, 2019 at 11:20PM, the International Space Station passed over overhead for 539 seconds. https://ift.tt/2bPSXp2

The International Space Station passed overhead

From July 22, 2019 at 09:33PM, until July 22, 2019 at 09:43PM, the International Space Station passed over overhead for 591 seconds. https://ift.tt/2bPSXp2

The International Space Station passed overhead

From July 22, 2019 at 07:56PM, until July 22, 2019 at 08:07PM, the International Space Station passed over overhead for 651 seconds. https://ift.tt/2bPSXp2

Commercial Space Ride Secured for NASA’s New Air Pollution Sensor

NASA has secured a host satellite provider and ride into space for an instrument that will dramatically advance our understanding of air quality over North America.

July 22, 2019
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NASA Administrator Remembers Mission Control Pioneer Chris Kraft

Statement from NASA Administrator Jim Bridenstine on the passing of Chris Kraft, who died Monday in Houston at the age of 95.

July 22, 2019
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The International Space Station passed overhead

From July 22, 2019 at 06:21PM, until July 22, 2019 at 06:29PM, the International Space Station passed over overhead for 516 seconds. https://ift.tt/2bPSXp2

NPR News: Foresight 2020: Tom Steyer

Foresight 2020: Tom Steyer
He was out. Now he's in.

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NPR News: Regal Fritillary Butterflies Find Rare Refuge On Military Base In Pennsylvania

Regal Fritillary Butterflies Find Rare Refuge On Military Base In Pennsylvania
The regal fritillary butterfly has largely disappeared from the East Coast, save for a surprising refuge on a military base in Pennsylvania. A few days each summer, hundreds descend for a tour.

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NPR News: A New Battery Could Be Key To Cutting Carbon Emissions, Slowing Climate Change

A New Battery Could Be Key To Cutting Carbon Emissions, Slowing Climate Change
NPR's Ari Shapiro talks with Yet-Ming Chiang, professor of materials science and engineering at MIT, about why new battery technology is key to cutting carbon emissions and slowing climate change.

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NPR News: A New Battery Could Be Key To Cutting Carbon Emissions, Slowing Climate Change

A New Battery Could Be Key To Cutting Carbon Emissions, Slowing Climate Change
NPR's Ari Shapiro talks with Yet-Ming Chiang, professor of materials science and engineering at MIT, about why new battery technology is key to cutting carbon emissions and slowing climate change.

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NPR News: As NASA's Apollo Space Program Grew, Alabama Was Pressured To Desegregate

As NASA's Apollo Space Program Grew, Alabama Was Pressured To Desegregate
Hundreds of thousands of jobs were created for the Apollo space program. As the program ramped up, leaders in Huntsville, Ala., realized they needed to desegregate to attract talent.

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Eagle Scouts to Speak with NASA Astronaut Aboard Space Station

Fifty years after NASA astronaut and Eagle Scout Neil Armstrong sent greetings from space to the 1969 Scout Jamboree, scouts will have an opportunity to talk live with an astronaut aboard the International Space Station at 1:30 p.m. EDT Wednesday, July 24.

July 22, 2019
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NPR News: The Success Of Streaming Has Been Great For Some, But Is There A Better Way?

The Success Of Streaming Has Been Great For Some, But Is There A Better Way?
Chastened since the turn of the millennium, the streaming revolution has now revivified the recording industry — at least, those at the top of it. What are the alternatives, then?

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NPR News: India Launches Mission To The Moon On Its Second Try

India Launches Mission To The Moon On Its Second Try
If Chandrayaan-2 reaches the moon as planned, India would become the fourth country to achieve a soft landing on the lunar surface, after the United States, Russia and China.

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NPR News: India Launches Mission To The Moon On Its Second Try

India Launches Mission To The Moon On Its Second Try
If Chandrayaan-2 lands on the moon as planned, India would become the fourth country to land on the moon's surface, after the United States, Russia and China.

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NPR News: Equifax To Pay Up To $700 Million In Data Breach Settlement

Equifax To Pay Up To $700 Million In Data Breach Settlement
The credit reporting agency will pay up to $700 million in fines and monetary relief to consumers over a massive 2017 data breach that affected more than 148 million people.

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NPR News: When It Comes To Vaccines And Autism, Why Is It Hard To Refute Misinformation?

When It Comes To Vaccines And Autism, Why Is It Hard To Refute Misinformation?
For years scientists have said that there is no link between vaccines and autism. There are still many people who are reluctant to vaccinate. But, one woman has changed her mind about vaccines.

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NPR News: Plant Cover In Cities Could Combat 'Urban Heat Island Effect'

Plant Cover In Cities Could Combat 'Urban Heat Island Effect'
A large part of the country has been hit with a punishing heat wave. A visit to a suburban parking lot shows more vegetation would help metropolitan areas stay cooler.

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The International Space Station passed overhead

From July 22, 2019 at 04:54AM, until July 22, 2019 at 04:58AM, the International Space Station passed over overhead for 256 seconds. https://ift.tt/2bPSXp2

Sunday, July 21, 2019

The International Space Station passed overhead

From July 22, 2019 at 03:15AM, until July 22, 2019 at 03:25AM, the International Space Station passed over overhead for 628 seconds. https://ift.tt/2bPSXp2

The International Space Station passed overhead

From July 22, 2019 at 01:38AM, until July 22, 2019 at 01:48AM, the International Space Station passed over overhead for 622 seconds. https://ift.tt/2bPSXp2

The International Space Station passed overhead

From July 22, 2019 at 12:01AM, until July 22, 2019 at 12:10AM, the International Space Station passed over overhead for 546 seconds. https://ift.tt/2bPSXp2

The International Space Station passed overhead

From July 21, 2019 at 10:23PM, until July 21, 2019 at 10:32PM, the International Space Station passed over overhead for 568 seconds. https://ift.tt/2bPSXp2

The International Space Station passed overhead

From July 21, 2019 at 08:45PM, until July 21, 2019 at 08:56PM, the International Space Station passed over overhead for 645 seconds. https://ift.tt/2bPSXp2

The International Space Station passed overhead

From July 21, 2019 at 07:09PM, until July 21, 2019 at 07:19PM, the International Space Station passed over overhead for 588 seconds. https://ift.tt/2bPSXp2

NPR News: Great Pacific Garbage Patch Swimmer Collects Data On Microplastics

Great Pacific Garbage Patch Swimmer Collects Data On Microplastics
NPR's Sarah McCammon speaks with environmental advocate Ben Lecomte, who is swimming through the Great Pacific Garbage Patch.

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NPR News: Once Nearly Dead As The Dodo, California Condor Comeback Reaches 1,000 Chicks

Once Nearly Dead As The Dodo, California Condor Comeback Reaches 1,000 Chicks
In the 1980s, there were less than two dozen California Condors left. Today, more than 500 exist in the world, thanks to the efforts of conservationists.

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NPR News: Storms, Rising Seas Threaten Louisiana's Unique Mix Of Cultures

Storms, Rising Seas Threaten Louisiana's Unique Mix Of Cultures
Hurricane Barry last weekend was just the latest to batter Louisiana's coast. The state is trying to preserve some traditions before they disappear.

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NPR News: Local Environmental Issue In New Hampshire Gets A 2020 Boost

Local Environmental Issue In New Hampshire Gets A 2020 Boost
Clean water activists are leveraging their state's crucial position in the presidential primaries to get candidates to take up their issue.

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The International Space Station passed overhead

From July 21, 2019 at 04:04AM, until July 21, 2019 at 04:14AM, the International Space Station passed over overhead for 592 seconds. https://ift.tt/2bPSXp2

Saturday, July 20, 2019

The International Space Station passed overhead

From July 21, 2019 at 02:27AM, until July 21, 2019 at 02:38AM, the International Space Station passed over overhead for 638 seconds. https://ift.tt/2bPSXp2

The International Space Station passed overhead

From July 21, 2019 at 12:50AM, until July 21, 2019 at 01:00AM, the International Space Station passed over overhead for 562 seconds. https://ift.tt/2bPSXp2

The International Space Station passed overhead

From July 20, 2019 at 11:13PM, until July 20, 2019 at 11:22PM, the International Space Station passed over overhead for 550 seconds. https://ift.tt/2bPSXp2

The International Space Station passed overhead

From July 20, 2019 at 09:35PM, until July 20, 2019 at 09:45PM, the International Space Station passed over overhead for 629 seconds. https://ift.tt/2bPSXp2

The International Space Station passed overhead

From July 20, 2019 at 07:58PM, until July 20, 2019 at 08:08PM, the International Space Station passed over overhead for 628 seconds. https://ift.tt/2bPSXp2

NASA Astronaut Andrew Morgan, Crewmates Arrive at Space Station on 50th Anniversary of Moon Landing

Fifty years to the day that astronauts Neil Armstrong and Buzz Aldrin stepped on the Moon in a giant leap for humanity, NASA astronaut Andrew Morgan and two fellow crew members arrived Saturday for their mission aboard the International Space Station, where humans have lived and worked continuously for more than 18 years.

July 20, 2019
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NASA Updates Broadcast of Next Space Station Resupply Launch, Prelaunch Activities

NASA commercial cargo provider SpaceX now is targeting 6:24 p.m. EDT Wednesday, July 24, for the launch of its 18th resupply mission to the International Space Station. Live coverage will begin on NASA Television and the agency’s website with prelaunch events Tuesday, July 23.

July 20, 2019
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Vice President Unveils NASA Spacecraft for Artemis 1 Lunar Mission on Moon Landing Anniversary

Vice President Mike Pence visited and gave remarks in the Neil Armstrong Operations and Checkout Building at NASA’s Kennedy Space Center in Florida on Saturday to commemorate the 50th anniversary of the agency’s Apollo 11 Moon landing and announce to America the completion of NASA’s Orion crew capsule for the first Artemis lunar mission.

July 20, 2019
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NPR News: Space Spinoffs: The Technology To Reach The Moon Was Put To Use Back On Earth

Space Spinoffs: The Technology To Reach The Moon Was Put To Use Back On Earth
Project Apollo spurred on a technological revolution — everything from advances in food packaging to computers. Fifty years later, we are still reaping the rewards.

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The International Space Station passed overhead

From July 20, 2019 at 04:54AM, until July 20, 2019 at 05:02AM, the International Space Station passed over overhead for 526 seconds. https://ift.tt/2bPSXp2

Friday, July 19, 2019

The International Space Station passed overhead

From July 20, 2019 at 03:16AM, until July 20, 2019 at 03:27AM, the International Space Station passed over overhead for 646 seconds. https://ift.tt/2bPSXp2

The International Space Station passed overhead

From July 20, 2019 at 01:40AM, until July 20, 2019 at 01:50AM, the International Space Station passed over overhead for 583 seconds. https://ift.tt/2bPSXp2

The International Space Station passed overhead

From July 20, 2019 at 12:02AM, until July 20, 2019 at 12:11AM, the International Space Station passed over overhead for 539 seconds. https://ift.tt/2bPSXp2

NPR News: Trump Seizes On Soggy Paper Straws As Campaign Issue: 'Make Straws Great Again'

Trump Seizes On Soggy Paper Straws As Campaign Issue: 'Make Straws Great Again'
The president's reelection campaign is now selling reusable and recycled straws in their 2020 online store, because they claim "lberal paper straws don't work."

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The International Space Station passed overhead

From July 19, 2019 at 10:24PM, until July 19, 2019 at 10:34PM, the International Space Station passed over overhead for 607 seconds. https://ift.tt/2bPSXp2

The International Space Station passed overhead

From July 19, 2019 at 08:47PM, until July 19, 2019 at 08:58PM, the International Space Station passed over overhead for 647 seconds. https://ift.tt/2bPSXp2

NPR News: Director Of National Intelligence Dan Coats Appoints New Election Security Czar

Director Of National Intelligence Dan Coats Appoints New Election Security Czar
Spy world veteran Shelby Pierson will attempt to centralize election security efforts across the intelligence community with soon-to-be-designated agency leads.

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NPR News: An Imagined Future Speaks In 'Talking To Robots'

An Imagined Future Speaks In 'Talking To Robots'
If you want to see what that future might look like, David Ewing Duncan's book is a fun place to start; he imagines various future bots based on interviews with scientists and engineers, among others.

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NPR News: Is Climate Change Our No. 1 National Security Threat?

Is Climate Change Our No. 1 National Security Threat?
The president has called climate change a hoax, but many in the military consider it a threat we must fight.

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NPR News: An Imagined Future Speaks In 'Talking To Robots'

An Imagined Future Speaks In 'Talking To Robots'
If you want to see what that future might look like, David Ewing Duncan's book is a fun place to start; he imagines various future bots based on interviews with scientists and engineers, among others.

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NPR News: Game Mode: Video Game Accessibility

Game Mode: Video Game Accessibility
One game review website aims to keep conversations about accessibility alive until the industry becomes more inclusive.

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NPR News: Game Mode: The Next Level

Game Mode: The Next Level
What does the future of gaming look like?

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NPR News: 'Fresh Air' Commemorates The 50th Anniversary Of Apollo 11's Moon Landing

'Fresh Air' Commemorates The 50th Anniversary Of Apollo 11's Moon Landing
We listen to archival interviews with Michael Collins, of Apollo 11; Alan Shepard, the first American in space; Canadian astronaut Chris Hadfield; and Chuck Yeager, who first broke the sound barrier.

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NPR News: What Facebook And Mercy Corps Can Gain (And Lose) From A Digital Currency Partnership

What Facebook And Mercy Corps Can Gain (And Lose) From A Digital Currency Partnership
Mercy Corps believes that the Libra currency, set to launch in 2020, could help funnel aid to the poor. But critics wonder why the charitable group has partnered with a controversial company.

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NPR News: Rogue Weedkiller Vapors Are Threatening Soybean Science

Rogue Weedkiller Vapors Are Threatening Soybean Science
Scientists at four leading universities have seen their soybean experiments injured by a stealthy vandal: drifting fumes from a weedkiller called dicamba, now popular among farmers.

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NPR News: Rogue Weedkiller Vapors Are Threatening Soybean Science

Rogue Weedkiller Vapors Are Threatening Soybean Science
Scientists at four leading universities have seen their soybean experiments injured by a stealthy vandal: drifting fumes from a weedkiller called dicamba, now popular among farmers.

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NASA Coverage of Vice President’s Visit to Kennedy Space Center on Moon Landing Anniversary

NASA will provide television, still image, and social media coverage of Vice President Mike Pence’s visit to the agency’s Kennedy Space Center in Florida on Saturday, July 20 – the 50th anniversary of the Apollo 11 Moon landing.

July 19, 2019
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NPR News: Key Moments To The Lead-Up Of Apollo 11 Moon Landing

Key Moments To The Lead-Up Of Apollo 11 Moon Landing
NPR's Noel King talks to historian Andrew Chaikin about the things that went wrong during the Apollo 11 moon landing. He wrote: Man on the Moon: The Voyages of the Apollo Astronauts.

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NPR News: Can The Current U.S. Heat Wave Be Linked To Climate Change?

Can The Current U.S. Heat Wave Be Linked To Climate Change?
The National Weather Service warns a widespread and dangerous heat wave is building in the central and eastern U.S. How should people think about these kinds of events in the era of climate change?

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NPR News: Refinery Explosions Raise New Warnings About Deadly Chemical

Refinery Explosions Raise New Warnings About Deadly Chemical
Chemical experts say recent refinery explosions could have been far more devastating if deadly hydrogen fluoride was released. Some are calling for a ban on the chemical.

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NPR News: Can The Current U.S. Heatwave Be Linked To Climate Change?

Can The Current U.S. Heatwave Be Linked To Climate Change?
The National Weather Service warns a widespread and dangerous heat wave is building in the central and eastern U.S. How should people think about these kinds of events in the era of climate change?

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NPR News: Refinery Explosions Raise New Warnings About Deadly Chemical

Refinery Explosions Raise New Warnings About Deadly Chemical
Chemical experts say recent refinery explosions could have been far more devastating if deadly hydrogen fluoride was released. Some are calling for a ban on the chemical.

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The International Space Station passed overhead

From July 19, 2019 at 05:44AM, until July 19, 2019 at 05:51AM, the International Space Station passed over overhead for 411 seconds. https://ift.tt/2bPSXp2

The International Space Station passed overhead

From July 19, 2019 at 04:06AM, until July 19, 2019 at 04:16AM, the International Space Station passed over overhead for 641 seconds. https://ift.tt/2bPSXp2

Thursday, July 18, 2019

The International Space Station passed overhead

From July 19, 2019 at 02:29AM, until July 19, 2019 at 02:39AM, the International Space Station passed over overhead for 606 seconds. https://ift.tt/2bPSXp2

The International Space Station passed overhead

From July 19, 2019 at 12:52AM, until July 19, 2019 at 01:01AM, the International Space Station passed over overhead for 539 seconds. https://ift.tt/2bPSXp2

The International Space Station passed overhead

From July 18, 2019 at 11:14PM, until July 18, 2019 at 11:24PM, the International Space Station passed over overhead for 584 seconds. https://ift.tt/2bPSXp2

The International Space Station passed overhead

From July 18, 2019 at 09:36PM, until July 18, 2019 at 09:47PM, the International Space Station passed over overhead for 650 seconds. https://ift.tt/2bPSXp2

The International Space Station passed overhead

From July 18, 2019 at 08:01PM, until July 18, 2019 at 08:10PM, the International Space Station passed over overhead for 538 seconds. https://ift.tt/2bPSXp2

NPR News: Saturn V Rocket Projected On The Washington Monument To Celebrate Moon Landing

Saturn V Rocket Projected On The Washington Monument To Celebrate Moon Landing
In Washington, D.C., the Smithsonian is treating visitors to exhibits celebrating the 50th anniversary of the moon landing. After dark an image of the rocket is projected on the Washington Monument.

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NPR News: Meet John Houbolt: He Figured Out How To Go To The Moon, But Few Were Listening

Meet John Houbolt: He Figured Out How To Go To The Moon, But Few Were Listening
In the early 1960s, NASA was considering three different ideas for landing a man on the lunar surface. Houbolt's plan ultimately won out despite concerns within NASA that it was too risky.

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NPR News: Meet John Houbolt: He Figured Out How To Go To The Moon, But Few Were Listening

Meet John Houbolt: He Figured Out How To Go To The Moon, But Few Were Listening
In the early 1960s, NASA was considering three different ideas for landing a man on the lunar surface. Houbolt's plan ultimately won out despite concerns within NASA that it was too risky.

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NPR News: The Water Crisis In Chennai: Who's To Blame, How Do You Fix It?

The Water Crisis In Chennai: Who's To Blame, How Do You Fix It?
Reservoirs are dry in India's sixth biggest city. Municipal taps work only a few hours a day. Trains are delivering emergency water supplies.

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NPR News: Our Taste For Turtle Soup Nearly Wiped Out Terrapins. Then Prohibition Saved Them

Our Taste For Turtle Soup Nearly Wiped Out Terrapins. Then Prohibition Saved Them
By the turn of the 20th century, America's love affair with Diamondback Terrapin soup — a subsistence food turned gourmet fare — had left the turtle's population teetering. Booze ban to the rescue.

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The International Space Station passed overhead

From July 18, 2019 at 06:35AM, until July 18, 2019 at 06:37AM, the International Space Station passed over overhead for 147 seconds. https://ift.tt/2bPSXp2

NPR News: Viral Russian-Created FaceApp Sparks Worry Over Privacy

Viral Russian-Created FaceApp Sparks Worry Over Privacy
NPR's Noel King talks to Geoffrey Fowler of "The Washington Post" who has done analysis on the Russian-created FaceApp that's gone viral for its ability to use photos to transform people's faces.

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The International Space Station passed overhead

From July 18, 2019 at 04:55AM, until July 18, 2019 at 05:05AM, the International Space Station passed over overhead for 621 seconds. https://ift.tt/2bPSXp2

Wednesday, July 17, 2019

The International Space Station passed overhead

From July 18, 2019 at 03:18AM, until July 18, 2019 at 03:29AM, the International Space Station passed over overhead for 626 seconds. https://ift.tt/2bPSXp2

NPR News: Democrats Issue Warnings Against Viral Russia-Based Face-Morphing App

Democrats Issue Warnings Against Viral Russia-Based Face-Morphing App
FaceApp's surge in popularity has driven Sen. Chuck Schumer to call for a federal investigation into the St. Petersburg-developed app over potential "national security and privacy risks" to Americans.

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The International Space Station passed overhead

From July 18, 2019 at 01:42AM, until July 18, 2019 at 01:51AM, the International Space Station passed over overhead for 549 seconds. https://ift.tt/2bPSXp2

The International Space Station passed overhead

From July 18, 2019 at 12:04AM, until July 18, 2019 at 12:13AM, the International Space Station passed over overhead for 561 seconds. https://ift.tt/2bPSXp2

The International Space Station passed overhead

From July 17, 2019 at 10:26PM, until July 17, 2019 at 10:36PM, the International Space Station passed over overhead for 641 seconds. https://ift.tt/2bPSXp2

NPR News: Game Mode: Managing Producer Of Narrative, Randy Varnell

Game Mode: Managing Producer Of Narrative, Randy Varnell
The script for Borderlands 2 contained around 500,000 lines of dialogue. Surprised?

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The International Space Station passed overhead

From July 17, 2019 at 08:49PM, until July 17, 2019 at 08:59PM, the International Space Station passed over overhead for 600 seconds. https://ift.tt/2bPSXp2

NPR News: If We All Ate Enough Fruits And Vegetables, There'd Be Big Shortages

If We All Ate Enough Fruits And Vegetables, There'd Be Big Shortages
There's already not enough produce for everyone in the world to get the daily recommended amount. Two new studies urge revamping the food system to feed the growing population and protect the planet.

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NPR News: If We All Ate Enough Fruits And Vegetables, There'd Be Big Shortages

If We All Ate Enough Fruits And Vegetables, There'd Be Big Shortages
There's already not enough produce for everyone in the world to get the daily recommended amount. Two new studies urge revamping the food system to feed the growing population and protect the planet.

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NPR News: Spacesuit Worn By Neil Armstrong Continues To Inspire

Spacesuit Worn By Neil Armstrong Continues To Inspire
The spacesuit Neil Armstrong wore on the moon is iconic and continues to be the standard for crafting space garb.

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NPR News: Telescope In Chile's Mountains Looks For Signals To Explain How The Universe Began

Telescope In Chile's Mountains Looks For Signals To Explain How The Universe Began
There's a telescope high up in the mountains of Chile that's looking for signals from the earliest moments of the universe. Finding these signals would be key to explaining how the universe began.

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NPR News: Top EPA Scientific Integrity Official Not Allowed To Testify At House Hearing

Top EPA Scientific Integrity Official Not Allowed To Testify At House Hearing
The top scientific integrity official from the Environmental Protection Agency was barred from attending a Congressional hearing on scientific integrity on Wednesday.

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NPR News: WHO Declares Ebola Outbreak In Congo An International Health Emergency

WHO Declares Ebola Outbreak In Congo An International Health Emergency
The current outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo has killed more than 1,650 people, according to the World Health Organization. About 12 new cases are reported daily.

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NPR News: Game Mode: Work Hard, Play Hard

Game Mode: Work Hard, Play Hard
Will a unionization effort among game workers address workplace issues?

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NPR News: Scientists Desert USDA As Agency Relocates To Kansas City Area

Scientists Desert USDA As Agency Relocates To Kansas City Area
The mandatory move imposed by the U.S. Department of Agriculture on most of the workers at two vital research agencies has been criticized as a "blatant attack on science."

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NPR News: Scientists Desert USDA As Agency Relocates To Kansas City Area

Scientists Desert USDA As Agency Relocates To Kansas City Area
The mandatory move imposed by the U.S. Department of Agriculture on most of the workers at two vital research agencies has been criticized as a "blatant attack on science."

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NPR News: Scientists Desert USDA As Agency Relocates To Kansas City Area

Scientists Desert USDA As Agency Relocates To Kansas City Area
The mandatory move imposed by the U.S. Department of Agriculture on most of the workers at two vital research agencies has been criticized as a "blatant attack on science."

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NPR News: EU Investigates If Amazon Hurts Competition By Using Sellers' Data

EU Investigates If Amazon Hurts Competition By Using Sellers' Data
The European Union's antitrust arm will evaluate Amazon's role as both a retailer and a marketplace for others. One focus will be on Amazon's use of data collected from third-party sellers.

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NPR News: Seeing Apollo Through The Eyes Of Astronauts

Seeing Apollo Through The Eyes Of Astronauts
Five former NASA astronauts who flew on space missions reflect on some of the awe-inspiring photos from Apollo 11, the first lunar landing flight.

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NPR News: Future Of Key Farming Research Uncertain As 2/3 Of USDA Staff Say They Won't Move

Future Of Key Farming Research Uncertain As 2/3 Of USDA Staff Say They Won't Move
The mandatory move imposed by the U.S. Department of Agriculture on most of the workers at two vital research agencies has been criticized as a "blatant attack on science."

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NPR News: Future Of Key Farming Research Uncertain As 2/3 Of USDA Staff Say They Won't Move

Future Of Key Farming Research Uncertain As 2/3 Of USDA Staff Say They Won't Move
The mandatory move imposed by the U.S. Department of Agriculture on most of the workers at two vital research agencies has been criticized as a "blatant attack on science."

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NPR News: Future Of Key Farming Research Uncertain As 2/3 Of USDA Staff Say They Won't Move

Future Of Key Farming Research Uncertain As 2/3 Of USDA Staff Say They Won't Move
The mandatory move imposed by the U.S. Department of Agriculture on most of the workers at two vital research agencies has been criticized as a "blatant attack on science."

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NPR News: Huntsville Launches 5,000 Rockets To Commemorate Apollo 11 Anniversary

Huntsville Launches 5,000 Rockets To Commemorate Apollo 11 Anniversary
The U.S. Space and Rocket Center in Huntsville, Ala., celebrated the 50th anniversary of the Apollo 11 launch by inviting everyone to launch their own rocket. They're trying to beat the world record.

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The International Space Station passed overhead

From July 17, 2019 at 05:45AM, until July 17, 2019 at 05:54AM, the International Space Station passed over overhead for 577 seconds. https://ift.tt/2bPSXp2

The International Space Station passed overhead

From July 17, 2019 at 04:08AM, until July 17, 2019 at 04:18AM, the International Space Station passed over overhead for 641 seconds. https://ift.tt/2bPSXp2

Tuesday, July 16, 2019

The International Space Station passed overhead

From July 17, 2019 at 02:31AM, until July 17, 2019 at 02:40AM, the International Space Station passed over overhead for 566 seconds. https://ift.tt/2bPSXp2

The International Space Station passed overhead

From July 17, 2019 at 12:53AM, until July 17, 2019 at 01:02AM, the International Space Station passed over overhead for 545 seconds. https://ift.tt/2bPSXp2

The International Space Station passed overhead

From July 16, 2019 at 11:17PM, until July 16, 2019 at 11:27PM, the International Space Station passed over overhead for 623 seconds. https://ift.tt/2bPSXp2

The International Space Station passed overhead

From July 16, 2019 at 09:40PM, until July 16, 2019 at 09:51PM, the International Space Station passed over overhead for 638 seconds. https://ift.tt/2bPSXp2

The International Space Station passed overhead

From July 16, 2019 at 08:07PM, until July 16, 2019 at 08:12PM, the International Space Station passed over overhead for 308 seconds. https://ift.tt/2bPSXp2

NPR News: Game Mode: Loot Boxes And The Law

Game Mode: Loot Boxes And The Law
Should the government regulate in-game purchases?

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NPR News: Yelp CEO Discusses His Efforts To Convince Congress That Google Is A Monopoly

Yelp CEO Discusses His Efforts To Convince Congress That Google Is A Monopoly
As Congress holds hearings on tech giants, NPR's Ari Shapiro speaks with Yelp CEO Jeremy Stoppelman about his efforts to convince Congress that Google is a monopoly.

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NPR News: Florida's Corals Are Dying Off, But It's Not All Due To Climate Change, Study Says

Florida's Corals Are Dying Off, But It's Not All Due To Climate Change, Study Says
A new study from the Florida Keys shows that a lot of the stress on corals comes from local sources, providing hope that community action can help save them.

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NPR News: Florida's Corals Are Dying Off, But It's Not All Due To Climate Change, Study Says

Florida's Corals Are Dying Off, But It's Not All Due To Climate Change, Study Says
A new study from the Florida Keys shows that a lot of the stress on corals comes from local sources, providing hope that community action can help save them.

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NPR News: Google's Search Bias On Trial In Washington

Google's Search Bias On Trial In Washington
A Senate panel is looking to see if the company is keeping conservative media and bloggers out of top search results. Google has previously denied political bias.

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NASA Adds Events to Celebration of 50th Anniversary of Historic Moon Landing

​NASA is offering new opportunities, in addition to those announced July 2, for America to celebrate with the agency the 50th anniversary of the historic Apollo 11 Moon mission and look to the future of exploration on the Moon and Mars.

July 16, 2019
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NPR News: Tech Firms To Face Lawmakers Over Antitrust, Digital Currency

Tech Firms To Face Lawmakers Over Antitrust, Digital Currency
Lawmakers in the Senate and House will question lobbyists and officials from Facebook, Google, Amazon and Apple on an array of issues, including whether they're so big they stifle competition.

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NPR News: The Dawn Of Low-Carbon Shipping

The Dawn Of Low-Carbon Shipping
The shipping industry is starting to move away from pollutant-intensive heavy fuel oil. Scientists and private companies are betting on a clean replacement technology: hydrogen fuel cells.

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NPR News: The Dawn Of Low-Carbon Shipping

The Dawn Of Low-Carbon Shipping
The shipping industry is starting to move away from pollutant-intensive heavy fuel oil. Scientists and private companies are betting on a clean replacement technology: hydrogen fuel cells.

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NPR News: The Dawn Of Low-Carbon Shipping

The Dawn Of Low-Carbon Shipping
The shipping industry is starting to move away from pollutant-intensive heavy fuel oil. Scientists and private companies are betting on a clean replacement technology: hydrogen fuel cells.

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NPR News: The Making Of Apollo's Command Module: 2 Engineers Recall Tragedy And Triumph

The Making Of Apollo's Command Module: 2 Engineers Recall Tragedy And Triumph
It was the only part of the Apollo 11 spacecraft that came back from the moon. Designing, testing and building it was a monumental task, according to two engineers who were part of the effort.

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NPR News: As Federal Regulations Lag, States Take Action Against PFAS Chemicals

As Federal Regulations Lag, States Take Action Against PFAS Chemicals
Frustrated with federal inaction, states such as New Hampshire, are taking their own measures against a class of pollutants known as "forever chemicals"

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The International Space Station passed overhead

From July 16, 2019 at 06:36AM, until July 16, 2019 at 06:44AM, the International Space Station passed over overhead for 496 seconds. https://ift.tt/2bPSXp2

NPR News: News Brief: Trump Tweets, Asylum Rule, Big Tech Hearings

News Brief: Trump Tweets, Asylum Rule, Big Tech Hearings
Trump doubles down on racist remarks directed at freshmen congresswomen of color. White House implements a new rule for asylum-seekers. And, big tech comes to Capitol Hill for congressional hearings.

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NPR News: Congress' Power Struggle With Big Tech Will Be On Display At Hearings

Congress' Power Struggle With Big Tech Will Be On Display At Hearings
There are three congressional hearings scheduled on Tuesday — each exploring the growing influence that a handful of tech companies have over billions of people.

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NPR News: VIDEO: Move Objects With Your Mind? We're Getting There, With The Help Of An Armband

VIDEO: Move Objects With Your Mind? We're Getting There, With The Help Of An Armband
You know "the Force" that binds all things — the one that can let your mind move objects? The latest Future You video demos an armband that allows users to control objects with thoughts.

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NPR News: VIDEO: Move Objects With Your Mind? We're Getting There, With The Help Of An Armband

VIDEO: Move Objects With Your Mind? We're Getting There, With The Help Of An Armband
You know "the Force" that binds all things — the one that can let your mind move objects? The latest Future You video demos an armband that allows users to control objects with thoughts.

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The International Space Station passed overhead

From July 16, 2019 at 04:58AM, until July 16, 2019 at 05:09AM, the International Space Station passed over overhead for 646 seconds. https://ift.tt/2bPSXp2

Monday, July 15, 2019

The International Space Station passed overhead

From July 16, 2019 at 03:22AM, until July 16, 2019 at 03:32AM, the International Space Station passed over overhead for 591 seconds. https://ift.tt/2bPSXp2

The International Space Station passed overhead

From July 16, 2019 at 01:44AM, until July 16, 2019 at 01:53AM, the International Space Station passed over overhead for 539 seconds. https://ift.tt/2bPSXp2

The International Space Station passed overhead

From July 16, 2019 at 12:06AM, until July 16, 2019 at 12:16AM, the International Space Station passed over overhead for 601 seconds. https://ift.tt/2bPSXp2

The International Space Station passed overhead

From July 15, 2019 at 10:29PM, until July 15, 2019 at 10:40PM, the International Space Station passed over overhead for 650 seconds. https://ift.tt/2bPSXp2

The International Space Station passed overhead

From July 15, 2019 at 08:54PM, until July 15, 2019 at 09:02PM, the International Space Station passed over overhead for 472 seconds. https://ift.tt/2bPSXp2

NPR News: Hawaii Protesters Block Access Road To Stop Construction Of Massive Telescope

Hawaii Protesters Block Access Road To Stop Construction Of Massive Telescope
Native Hawaiians chained themselves to a grate in a road to stop work on the controversial Mauna Kea project on what they say is sacred land. Development is scheduled to begin this week.

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NASA to Broadcast Next Space Station Resupply Launch, Prelaunch Activities

NASA commercial cargo provider SpaceX is targeting 7:35 p.m. EDT Sunday, July 21, for the launch of its 18th agency-contracted resupply mission to the International Space Station. Live coverage will begin on NASA Television and the agency’s website Sunday with prelaunch events.

July 15, 2019
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NPR News: Game Mode: Consoles And Community

Game Mode: Consoles And Community
Sure, some gamers play to detach from others, but increasingly video games are helping people with socialization skills by building communities.

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NPR News: Alan Turing, Computing Genius And WWII Hero, To Be On U.K.'s New 50-Pound Note

Alan Turing, Computing Genius And WWII Hero, To Be On U.K.'s New 50-Pound Note
For decades, Turing's status as a giant in mathematics was largely unknown, thanks to the secrecy around his computer research and the social taboos about his sexuality.

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NPR News: Giant Shipper Bets Big On Ending Its Carbon Emissions. Will It Pay Off?

Giant Shipper Bets Big On Ending Its Carbon Emissions. Will It Pay Off?
Maersk, the world's largest container shipping company, has set a massive goal for itself: going carbon-neutral by 2050. This would be good for the world. But how would it be good for the bottom line?

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The International Space Station passed overhead

From July 15, 2019 at 07:26AM, until July 15, 2019 at 07:32AM, the International Space Station passed over overhead for 359 seconds. https://ift.tt/2bPSXp2

NPR News: 'It's A Career Ender': 2 LGBTQ Former Dell Workers Share Their Stories

'It's A Career Ender': 2 LGBTQ Former Dell Workers Share Their Stories
A former Dell worker said she had such a rough time at the company because of her appearance that she filed a human rights complaint. Another former worker alleges bias over her gender transition.

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NPR News: Judge Orders Madrid To Continue, For Now, With Car Pollution Measures

Judge Orders Madrid To Continue, For Now, With Car Pollution Measures
An attempt by the new conservative mayor of Madrid to roll back the city's innovative vehicle pollution controls has Spanish environmentalists fuming, and heading for the courts.

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The International Space Station passed overhead

From July 15, 2019 at 05:47AM, until July 15, 2019 at 05:58AM, the International Space Station passed over overhead for 637 seconds. https://ift.tt/2bPSXp2

NPR News: Hidden Brain: How People React To Election Interference By Foreign Countries

Hidden Brain: How People React To Election Interference By Foreign Countries
Robert Mueller will testify soon before Congress about the Russia probe. New research finds that Americans have partisan reactions to foreign interference in elections.

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The International Space Station passed overhead

From July 15, 2019 at 04:11AM, until July 15, 2019 at 04:21AM, the International Space Station passed over overhead for 613 seconds. https://ift.tt/2bPSXp2

Sunday, July 14, 2019

The International Space Station passed overhead

From July 15, 2019 at 02:34AM, until July 15, 2019 at 02:43AM, the International Space Station passed over overhead for 541 seconds. https://ift.tt/2bPSXp2

The International Space Station passed overhead

From July 15, 2019 at 12:55AM, until July 15, 2019 at 01:05AM, the International Space Station passed over overhead for 577 seconds. https://ift.tt/2bPSXp2

The International Space Station passed overhead

From July 14, 2019 at 11:18PM, until July 14, 2019 at 11:28PM, the International Space Station passed over overhead for 649 seconds. https://ift.tt/2bPSXp2

The International Space Station passed overhead

From July 14, 2019 at 09:42PM, until July 14, 2019 at 09:51PM, the International Space Station passed over overhead for 561 seconds. https://ift.tt/2bPSXp2

NPR News: In Puerto Rico, The Campaign For A Hurricane Proof House

In Puerto Rico, The Campaign For A Hurricane Proof House
In the nearly two years since Hurricane Maria, about half a million people still don't have a safe affordable home. One architect is working to change that.

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