You've heard of a bird's-eye view, but what about a bear's-eye view? Twelve grizzly bears living on Alaska's North Slope have been outfitted with collar cameras so that scientists can see what they get up to. The short recordings show the mammals playing, swimming, hunting, and foraging for berries — all valuable insights into one of the most remote grizzly populations in the world, per the Associated Press. See some snapshots from the cameras.
Solar Panels May Last Longer Than Advertised, Study Finds
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Twenty-five years is the typical lifespan of solar panels — or so we thought. A study found that this warranty may be on the conservative side, with tested panels still generating more than 80% of their original power after three decades. Swiss researchers examined six solar arrays installed from 1987 to 1993. They discovered that annual degradation averaged 0.24%, lower than the typical 0.75-1% cited in the prior literature, with higher altitude sites degrading more slowly. These findings suggest that many panels could be kept in use beyond the end of their warranty, thus reducing unnecessary waste. Meanwhile, solar farms have also emerged as unexpected sanctuaries for rare plants in the Mojave Desert, per another recent study. By creating shaded microclimates, the panels seem to be helping plants like the threecorner milkvetch survive — and even thrive. Rather than having to prioritize clean energy over nature (or vice versa), they can go hand in hand. As Tiffany Pereira, an ecologist and the lead study author, told Grist: "It's a wild and beautiful place that we live in, and it's our job to look out for these species as well."
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Culture
It's Easy Making Green: Muppets Continue to Make a Profit 50 Years Into Their Run
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This article was written by Jared Bahir Browsh, an assistant teaching professor of critical sports studies at the University of Colorado Boulder, for The Conversation. A variety show that's still revered for its absurdist, slapstick humor debuted 50 years ago. It starred an irreverent band of characters made of foam and fleece. Long after The Muppet Show's original 120-episode run ended in 1981, the legend and legacy of Miss Piggy, Fozzie Bear, Gonzo, and other creations concocted by puppeteer and TV producer Jim Henson have kept on growing. Thanks to the Muppets' film franchise and the wonders of YouTube, the wacky gang is still delighting, and expanding, its fan base. In honor of The Muppet Show's anniversary special airing tonight, read more about the financial staying power of those beloved puppets.
Humanity
Drawn to the Outdoors? Explore the National Park Artist-in-Residence Program
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Red rocks, sandstone cliffs, and towering hoodoos — Zion National Park is no doubt an inspiring place. So it's not surprising that the site is among the public lands featured in the National Park Artist-in-Residence program. For decades, artists of all kinds have traveled to parks (like Zion, Denali, and the Great Smoky Mountains) to do what they do best: create something original, whether it be a poem, painting, photograph, song, or sculpture. In return, the artists share their works with the public, helping visitors connect more deeply with these precious places. "Art and artists in our parks are important to understanding our collective history — providing lenses and pathways through which we can see and learn about our landscapes, promote a stewardship ethic, and be effective in inspiring dialogue about important societal challenges and how we understand and see others and ourselves," the program website reads. Residency lengths and cohort sizes vary by park,but programs typically span several weeks and include a small group of artists. Explore this year's recently announced Zion cohort, including a concert composer, digital artist, and painter, and browse some of the artwork donated over the years.
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Inspiring Story
Reciprocal care
At O+ Exchange Clinic in New York, medical providers trade free care for artist contributions like concert tickets, public murals, or music lessons. The idea is to help uninsured creatives get treatment they would otherwise not be able to access. The team calls the approach "an exchange of the art of medicine for the medicine of art."
Photo of the Day
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Grab your skates! In Poland, the Motlawa River in Gdańsk has turned into an epic ice rink due to freezing temperatures, setting up what may just be the most fun commute ever.
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