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This Shrub Thrives in Death Valley’s Scorching Temperatures. Where Do Its Heat-Tolerant Superpowers Come From?

Tidestromia oblongifolia thrives in high heat—and scientists think it may hold the key to making food crops more resilient ...
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Hiker shares photo of upsetting sighting in US national scenic area: 'This is highly illegal'

"Could file a lawsuit to get this abomination cleaned up." Hiker shares photo of upsetting sighting in US national scenic ...