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How moon tides affect the Large Hadron Collider

The famous atom smasher at CERN experiences tides just as the rest of the Earth does — when the crust moves toward the moon, so does everything else — but the collider requires precise geometry. [...]

Spring rewind 2012: 15 posts to revist

Take a leisurely (and sweaty) stroll down green home and garden memory lane today, the longest day of the year, with a look back at 15 standout posts from this past spring. [...]

Swarming bees keep New York City on alert

Big Apple’s bee cop is having his busiest season ever. [...]

6 lions speared to death outside Nairobi

After straying from the city’s national park and killing 4 goats, the lions were killed by a fearful mob. [...]

Prince William angered by rhino horn trade

The second in line to the British throne fears extinction will result from the poaching of the endangered species. [...]

How to grow a garden on your balcony

Contrary to popular belief, a yard is not necessary to grow an excellent garden. [...]

Nepal launches drones to combat poachers

Conservationists are sending the aircraft into the skies to save the Himalayan nation’s endangered tigers and rhinos from poachers. [...]

Fossils of mating turtles discovered in Germany

The find represents the first-ever fossil record of copulating vertebrates, according to a report. [...]

In California oasis, ample water leads to waste

Palm Springs says it is committed to saving water — but not before filling its swimming pools and tending to its dozens of verdant golf courses. [...]

Abandoning Fukushima was never an option, nuclear operator says

Tokyo Electric Power denies it had considered abandoning the crippled power station, blaming poor communication with Japan’s government for the claim. [...]