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‘Axolotl Adoption’ movement initiated in Mexico to protect famous species from contamination and trout.

Ecologists at Mexico’s National Autonomous University have restarted a fundraising initiative to support conservation efforts for axolotls, a unique and threatened species of salamander. The initiative, named “Adoptaxolotl,” requests a minimum of 600 pesos (equivalent to $35) for virtual adoption of a small “water monster.” This virtual adoption includes regular updates on the axolotl’s well-being.

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Sport

Key defensive numbers for every remaining team in the 4th round

This is an examination of important defensive statistics that are not usually made available at the high school level. MaxPreps does not calculate defensive statistics like yards allowed per game, passing completion percentage allowed, and rushing yards per carry allowed. I’ve gone through each of the remaining 32 playoff teams’ games and calculated all of

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Health Care

The citizens of Ohio have recently approved measures to protect abortion rights. The implementation of these protections is currently being deliberated in court.

The new constitutional safeguards for abortion access and other reproductive rights will become effective on December 7th in Ohio, following the overwhelming support of voters. The specific effects and timing of these protections are still uncertain. Lawsuits concerning abortion are once again progressing through the legal system following the resolution of the issue by voters,

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Sport

Oscar Pistorius, a runner from South Africa who competed in the Olympics, has been granted parole and will be released from prison on January 5th.

Oscar Pistorius, the double-amputee Olympic runner from South Africa, was given parole on Friday, a decade after he fatally shot his girlfriend through a bathroom door at his residence. The Department of Corrections announced that he will be freed from prison on January 5th, but will be under strict supervision by parole officers for the

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Health Care

The United Nations has confirmed the transmission of mpox through sexual contact in the Democratic Republic of Congo, marking the first time this has been reported in the country during a widespread outbreak.

The World Health Organization has announced that it has verified the sexual transmission of mpox in Congo, marking the first time this has been confirmed. This comes as the country is facing its largest outbreak yet, a concerning development that African scientists fear could hinder efforts to contain the disease. On Thursday evening, the United

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