Jumbo squid up to 2 metres long have invaded waters off the central coast of California and are devouring local fish populations More info at: http://www.newscientist.com/article/dn12315

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A look at the state of the global environment including visionary and practical solutions for restoring the planet's ecosystems. RT 88:47. Narrated by Leonardo DiCaprio, this captivating documentary explores the perilous state of our planet, and the means by which we can change our course. Contributing to this crucial film are noted politicians, scientists and other ambassadors for the importance of a universal ecological consciousness. The 11th Hour is directed by Nadia Connors and Leila Conners ...

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For Halloween this year, I was Bill Nye, The Science Guy: Nikkor @ 25mm || 1/160 || f/25 || ISO200 || flash with snoot || tripod I was not in possession of bow-tie at the time I took this picture, so the look is a bit incomplete. But I think you can get the jist of the outfit. Total cost of costume: $0.00. Thanks to Charity Braz (for the scientists coat) and Jens Jensen (for the bow-tie, ...

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