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Lancaster Scientists Record Driest March
Scientists at Lancaster University’s Hazelrigg Weather Station have recorded the driest March since records began at the site nearly 60 years ago.
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Saturn’s Moon Titan Could Harbor Life, but Only a Tiny Amount, Study Finds
Titan, Saturn's largest moon, is a strange, alien world.
Exposure to Air Pollution May Harm Brain Health of Older Adults
Long-term exposure to high levels of air pollution may harm the brain health of older adults in England, finds a new study led by UCL researchers.
Rain Barrel Basics: Conserving Water but not Mosquito Habitats
As people look to reduce their water use for environmental and ecological reasons, rain barrels have gained popularity for catching rainwater that can be stored and used for irrigation.