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Animation Finally Gets Its Own Green Certification

Animation Finally Gets Its Own Green Certification

July 17, 2026July 17, 2026 · Entertainment

European animation is about to get their own environmental report card. A new European certification program, called ANiMPACT, has begun testing a system that will let animation studios…

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New recycling and composting rules for Denver businesses, apartments and events soon to be in effect

New recycling and composting rules for Denver businesses, apartments and events soon to be in effect

July 11, 2026July 12, 2026 · Denver, Colorado Local News

DENVER – After years of waiting, rules for a universal recycling and composting in Denver are now set, officially being announced on Friday. Denver7 has covered the issue…

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Ohio EPA finds contamination in Henry County creek

Ohio EPA finds contamination in Henry County creek

July 9, 2026July 9, 2026 · Cleveland, Ohio Local News

NAPOLEAN, Ohio — The Ohio Environmental Protection Agency says it found the source of contamination in the Huston Creek waterway in Flatrock Township.  The Ohio EPA said it…

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Spain Attributes Over 1,000 Excess Deaths to Heat in Second-HottestJune Ever

Spain Attributes Over 1,000 Excess Deaths to Heat in Second-HottestJune Ever

July 1, 2026July 1, 2026 · US News

MADRID, July 1 (Reuters) – Spain recorded 1,029 ⁠excess ⁠deaths last month attributable ⁠to heat, official data showed on Wednesday, as ​a five-day heatwave with temperatures surpassing 40…

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St. Pete Beach considers new rules to protect sea turtle nests

St. Pete Beach considers new rules to protect sea turtle nests

June 27, 2026June 27, 2026 · Tampa Bay, Florida Local News

ST. PETE BEACH, Fla. — Loggerhead sea turtle nests on St. Pete Beach are down by 50% this season, which could be blamed on a number of contributing…

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Beauty As A Psychological Need: Feeling Deprived in an Ugly World

Beauty As A Psychological Need: Feeling Deprived in an Ugly World

June 25, 2026June 28, 2026 · Self Help

Daily ugliness quietly shapes how we see the world. Rediscovering beauty in everyday life restores our sense of care, harmony, and meaning. Beauty is not just decoration, it’s…

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Report: Three of six Tahoe avalanche survivors buried in snow before rescue

February 25, 2026February 25, 2026 · San Francisco, California Local News

Three of the survivors of last week’s deadly avalanche near Lake Tahoe were buried under the snow before being dug out by their fellow skiers in the moments…

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Trump administration to stand by tough Biden-era mandates to replace lead pipes

February 20, 2026February 21, 2026 · Chicago, Illinois Local News

WASHINGTON — The Trump administration said Friday it backs a 10-year deadline for most cities and towns to replace their harmful lead pipes, giving notice that it will…

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Florida Wildlife Corridor Day highlights projects helping Florida’s waterways

February 18, 2026February 19, 2026 · Tampa Bay, Florida Local News

CRYSTAL RIVER, Fla. — Earlier this week, Florida Wildlife Corridor Day took place at the State Capitol. The main event was an exhibit provided by Save Crystal River, highlighting how…

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U.S. Sen. Tina Smith rallying against vote to overturn Boundary Waters mining ban

February 18, 2026February 18, 2026 · Minneapolis, Minnesota Local News

Environmental advocates are sounding the alarm as a proposal to overturn a mining ban near the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness in northern Minnesota steps closer to reality.…

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What Potomac sewage spillage means for drinking water

February 17, 2026February 17, 2026 · Breaking News

A collapse in the Potomac Interceptor sewer line sent over 200 million gallons of waste water into the Potomac River, prompting recreation advisories while officials said the region’s drinking…

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Newsom tells world leaders Trump’s retreat on the environment will mean economic harm

February 13, 2026February 13, 2026 · World News

SACRAMENTO — Gov. Gavin Newsom told world leaders Friday that President Trump’s retreat from efforts to combat climate change would decimate the U.S. automobile industry and surrender the future economic…

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Local Girl Scouts lead project to improve Tarpon Springs’ water quality

February 12, 2026February 13, 2026 · Tampa Bay, Florida Local News

TARPON SPRINGS, Fla. — Down by the Sponge Docks, a noble project gets underway. What You Need To Know Two local Girl Scouts are leading a unique project to…

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Withlacoochee River could be headed toward record low water levels this summer

February 12, 2026February 12, 2026 · Tampa Bay, Florida Local News

DUNNELLON, Fla. — Conservation leaders say lakes, rivers and the aquifer in Citrus County could be headed toward record low levels by this summer. What You Need To Know…

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New Tempest Threatens Portugal, One Week After Storm Kristin

February 3, 2026February 3, 2026 · US News

LISBON, Feb 2 (Reuters) – Portugal is bracing ‌for ​a new storm that ‌authorities warn could trigger floods and further ​devastation, as the country still struggles with the…

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Portugal Counts Multi‑billion‑euro Damage After Storm Kristin Tears off Roofs

February 2, 2026February 2, 2026 · US News

By Sergio Goncalves and Miguel Pereira LISBON/LEIRIA, Feb ‌2 (Reuters) – ​Last week’s Storm Kristin ‌left hundreds of homes in central Portugal without roofs, ​tens of thousands without…

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Farm owner speaks on importance of conserving land

February 1, 2026February 1, 2026 · Tampa Bay, Florida Local News

HARDEE COUNTY, Fla. — With more people calling Florida their home comes increased development, but one state program is working to preserve agricultural land as growth continues. What You…

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How to keep your pets safe during cold spells

January 29, 2026January 30, 2026 · Tampa Bay, Florida Local News

WISCONSIN — As temperatures continue to plummet, it’s important to keep your pets warm, dry and safe. The American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals released…

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How should Richmond spend its $550 million Chevron settlement? City leaders want to know

January 28, 2026January 28, 2026 · San Francisco, California Local News

RICHMOND — As half a billion dollars from Chevron start to flow into Richmond’s coffers, city leaders want to know exactly how residents would like to see that…

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Manatee County to take 5 million gallons of water a day from Peace River in 2036

January 25, 2026January 28, 2026 · Tampa Bay, Florida Local News

MANATEE COUNTY, Fla. — Part of Manatee County’s long-term water plan calls for taking drinking water from the Peace River. It comes at a critical time, as the…

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