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Experts celebrate return of creatures that vanished for 400 years: 'It's testament to the hard work'

Conservationists in Shropshire, England, are celebrating the successful reintroduction of beavers that had been absent for ...
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Company unveils innovative tech that could transform what happens to common waste: 'High degree of flexibility'

Two German companies have developed an AI-supported sorting platform that could revolutionize recycling technology.
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New homeowner furious after shocking battle with HOA: 'I can't believe'

One Redditor's story became a cautionary tale about how hefty HOA fees can lead to financial stress for homeowners.
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Dumpster diver shares photos of stunning holiday discovery: '8 bags in total'

When one clever shopper found bags full of Michaels Christmas decorations outside, they turned wasteful disposal into a smart ...
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Researchers stunned after spotting rare creature for first time since 16th century: 'No one knows where it's come from'

According to The Guardian, the camera spotted the beaver dragging materials to build its lodge on the River Wensum at ...
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Woman demonstrates brilliant yard hack using old cardboard boxes: 'It works better than any method'

In terms of financial perks, skipping the weed killer is just the beginning. Traditional grass lawns are notorious resource ...
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Apple sparks backlash after unveiling 'nonsense' new product: 'This is ridiculous'

Apple is facing online backlash after unveiling what critics are calling an absurd new product: the iPhone Pocket.
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Homeowner shares photo while battling harmful growth in yard: 'Nasty'

One Redditor shared their fight against an invasive knotweed plant, posting three photos of themselves digging it out.
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Homeowner shares candid thoughts shortly after installing rooftop solar in rainy state: 'Barely getting any power ... due to clouds and rain'

Numerous tests and studies have shown that, even in cold and cloudy weather, solar panels can effectively help homeowners ...
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Homeowner opens up about experience with a heat pump HVAC after temperatures dropped below 0: 'Today it was [-9]'

One Canadian homeowner shared their impressions about how a newly installed heat pump HVAC system handled a cold New ...
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Industry insider slams utility company 'monopolies' after Americans get hit with rising electricity costs: 'They have no reason to reduce costs'

A report revealed that electricity prices in the U.S. spiked in September — one expert says utility companies are at least ...
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Homeowners reveal how much solar panels and battery backups have changed their homes' resale values: 'My realtor was surprised'

One Redditor discovered that solar panels can substantially raise the selling price of a home — if they're owned, not leased.