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To save California coasts, scientists turn to the humble oyster
To save California coasts, scientists turn to the humble oyster
by  AFP

There are no pearls growing on the oyster reefs in San Diego Bay, but scientists hope they will yield an even more valuable treasure: protection against coastal erosion wrought by rising sea levels. Currently, about 70 percent of the shoreline around San Diego Bay has some type of artificially contructed rock protection.

UN to take up Russian annexations in Ukraine
UN to take up Russian annexations in Ukraine
by  AFP

The UN General Assembly on Monday will open debate on a draft resolution condemning Russia's annexation of four Ukrainian regions, as Western powers seek to underscore Moscow's international isolation.

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