Thursday, June 21, 2018

We're Really In Hot Water

Humans have spent more than 10 centuries emptying the ocean of some of its most extraordinary animals. Today, a coalition of scientists and fishermen are trying to turn the tide — and learning that conservation is much harder than destruction.
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A MARITIME MARTYR
How One Man Died So A Whale Might Live
theguardian.com
Humans have spent more than 10 centuries emptying the ocean of some of its most extraordinary animals. Today, a coalition of scientists and fishermen are trying to turn the tide — and learning that conservation is much harder than destruction.
SPOOKY AND MAGICAL
Visit The Islands That Used To Appear On Maps But Probably Never Existed
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Each island on the map includes a history — when it was first "discovered," what it was known for and whether anyone has tried to verify its existence in the modern era.
TAKING THE HEAT
How Melting Arctic Ice Could Cook The Tropics
hakaimagazine.com
The loss of sea ice from the Arctic Ocean will alter wind patterns and ocean currents, causing changes across the planet.
BITTERSWEET REALITY
Why One Island Grows 80% Of The World's Vanilla
atlasobscura.com
Now, it's more valuable than silver.
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LIFE ISN'T LIKE THE MOVIES
HINT: THE ONE WITH A GIANT SPACE BUTT
What Is The Gayest Marvel Movie?
vulture.com
I've never quite understood Marvel's reluctance to introduce a gay character in their movies, mostly because have you seen those movies? They are gay, honey.
AN IMPORTANT MEA CULPA
How I Broke, And Botched, The Brandon Teena Story
villagevoice.com
The original writer of the Village Voice story that inspired "Boys Don't Cry" looks back on her reporting — and the huge error she still regrets.
SPARED NO EXPENSE, MAKES LITTLE SENSE
Is 'Jurassic World: Fallen Kingdom' Any Good? Here's What The Reviews Are Saying
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Is the fifth installment of the "Jurassic" series a terrific thunder-lizard thrill-ride or a dingy dinosaur dud? Here's what the reviews say.
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VIDEO OF THE DAY
THIS SILLY BOI
Dog Has Priceless Reaction After Being Caught Playing In Swimming Pool
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"If I pretend that nothing's wrong, then the human has no choice but to believe I'm innocent. Or, I could just act guilty as hell."
IN THE NEWS
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Koko The Gorilla Dies: She Redrew The Lines Of Animal-Human Communication
'Unite The Right' Organizer Gets Approval For Rally Anniversary Event In DC
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The Programming Languages To Learn In 2018
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You know you should learn to code. Here's where to start.
Come on in, the water's fine.