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Dougie Oakes
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Writer. Editor of a bestselling book on South African history.
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Road signs were hacked in Seattle:

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December 12, 2024 at 5:33 PM
December 11, 2024 at 2:44 PM
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💡Breakthrough in the fight against plastic: U.S. researchers found a 🦠 that breaks down PET plastic in wastewater. This could revolutionize cleanup operations, offering hope against a growing threat. The mission to secure a cleaner planet🌎 is advancing!♻️
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US researchers discover tough plastic-eating bacteria in wastewater
Researchers discover a bacteria in wastewater that can break down PET plastic, offering a solution to the global plastic pollution crisis.
interestingengineering.com
December 2, 2024 at 5:06 AM
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I got hooked on the first page of Hitchhikers Guide to the Galaxy - more than two decades ago 😂 #booksky
December 2, 2024 at 5:47 AM
November 30, 2024 at 2:29 PM
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November 29, 2024 at 4:07 AM
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This is your daily reminder that this really did happen.
November 29, 2024 at 2:30 PM
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A Bateleur Eagle struts his stuff 🕺!

Bateleur Eagles are often seen standing upright in a "phoenix" pose, with their wings held out to the sides and tipped up as they turn to face the sun.

Their habitat ranges over most of Africa south of the Sahara Desert.

#WildlifePhotography
November 28, 2024 at 7:05 PM
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This ~ 💯%
November 29, 2024 at 11:21 AM
November 29, 2024 at 6:05 AM
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I'm reading that Mark Zuckerberg is genuinely spooked by the rapid growth of Bluesky. Sounds pretty good.
November 28, 2024 at 2:08 AM