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March 9, 2022

The Humpback Whale Has Swum Its Way Back From Endangered Status in Australia

Humpback whales live in all the world's major oceans. They migrate great distances, scooping up plankton and krill with mouths full of baleen. Known for their grace, the magnificent creatures were also coveted by whalers. From the 19th century through the mid-20th century, their numbers were decimated by commercial whaling. At one point there were as few as 700 of the creatures swimming in the North Atlantic.

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February 25, 2022

Lucky Baby Is Born at 2:22 in Room 2 on 2/22/22

The birth of baby Judah Grace Spear was special for more than one reason. On Tuesday, the newborn came into this world at Cone Health Alamance Regional Medical Center at 2:22 in room number two of the hospital, on February 2 (2/22/22). This incredible sequence of numbers won't be possible again for another two centuries (on 2/22/2222). Judah's mom, Aberli Spear was extra thankful for her daughter's incredible birth.

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February 21, 2022

LEGO Foundation Donates $143 Million to Organizations That Help Early Childhood Development

Nearly 100 years after their invention, LEGO toys continue to be discovered and enjoyed by kids from around the world. Now, The LEGO Foundation is giving back to children for its 90th anniversary. LEGO CEO Anne-Birgitte Albrectsen wants to address a “global early childhood emergency” brought upon by the pandemic by donating $143 million to organizations that “make a positive impact on the youngest children anywhere in the world.

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February 17, 2022

Creative Teacher Decorates Her Door To Celebrate Black History Month

Teachers are some of the most creative people on Earth. They come up with innovative ways to instruct their students every day. They somehow manage to maximize what little time they have in their limited schedules. And they even find engaging and resourceful ways to transform their often dull and dreary classrooms into attractive learning environments—all on a shoestring budget.

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