Marine census uncovers thousands of new aquatic species
Smithsonian biologist Michael Vecchione previews footage at the National Museum of Natural History as scientists report the Census of Marine Life finding more than 30 new species weekly. With 15,304 fish species cataloged and 194,696 to 214,696 other aquatic organisms, researchers expect millions of species may exist, spanning oceans covering 70 percent of Earth's surface.
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Solar storm disrupts airwaves but causes no major damage
Denver reports a coronal mass ejection from the sun reached Earth's upper atmosphere, disrupting high frequency airline and radio communications briefly. Officials say the storm could last up to two weeks, with auroras expected to be visible after dark and power utilities monitoring for voltage issues.
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Land Trust Alliance tightens ethics standards nationwide
The nations largest coalition of land preservationists plans ethics training, an ethics column, and new regulations after reports of conflicts of interest. At a Sacramento conference 1 600 preservationists heard calls to curb inflated appraisals and misuse of tax breaks, amid Senate and media scrutiny of the sector. The Nature Conservancy case prompted renewed self scrutiny and a pledge to improve from its president.
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