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January 31, 2022

Hawaii Is the First State to Ban Shark Fishing in State Marine Waters

The islands of Hawaii are known for their beautiful beaches and surrounding waters full of marine life. Teeming reefs and crystal waters host over 400 species of fish and 40 types of shark. To preserve the ocean's biodiversity for the next generation, measures must be implemented where needed. Hawaii has taken an important conservation step by banning shark fishing in state waters— a measure which went into effect in early 2022.

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December 8, 2021

Teen Finds Buried Treasure From the Bronze Age While Searching With Metal Detector

Every kid dreams of finding buried treasure. For 13-year-old Milly Hardwick, that dream has come true in the most unexpected way. While out scanning a field near Royston, England with her father and grandfather, the British teen swung her metal detector over the perfect spot and struck gold—almost literally. Once the detector’s high-pitched squeal alerted them to their find, Hardwick and her father began digging.

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September 9, 2021

Limited Edition Pokémon x OREO Cookies Are Like Edible Pokémon Cards

Remember trading Pokémon cards? Cookie brand OREO has teamed up with Pokémon to offer limited edition packs, encouraging you to not only “catch 'em all,” but eat ‘em all, too. Each Pokémon x Oreo pack features the iconic pocket monsters—including Pikachu, Bulbasaur, Charmander, and Squirtle—embossed on Oreo's classic chocolate cookies with vanilla cream filling. Similar to finding rare characters in Pokémon games, some of OREO’s cookies are harder to find than others.

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