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Joyous Return of Assumed Extinct Mini Pig
When animals go extinct, they become a footnote in history. The return of an assumed extinct species is not common. In fact, it’s downright rare. So, in 1971, when the pygmy pig in India disappeared, many biologists and researchers expected the creature to be done for. The little creature normally lived in the foothills before the Himalayas reach up for the clouds and normally would reach a rocketing 10 inches in height off the ground. Given its natural size, the pygmy pig generally tried to stay out of sight to keep off the dinner menu of predators. It’s own diet consisted of bugs and tubers, more than enough to keep the creature fed.
An Amazing Turnaround
However, after 100 years of human intervention and encroachment, by the 1970s the pig was written off. It wasn’t until another 20 or so years later, researchers in the area managed to catch a few of the pygmy pigs alive. They nurtured them in captivity until they bred, and then the teams worked to continue increasing the pigs numbers. Finally, enough of a population was raised that the researchers could actually attempt to let the pygmy pigs go. The releases began in Assam, in the northeast part of India. And so began 25 more years of work trying to get the wild pigs to increase their number and avoid a complete wipeout. Today, some 300 to 400 creatures are estimated to be alive, running wild. Another 76 are held in reserve and continue to be raised in captivity, just in case. However, the best news is, the species is living again.
More Than One Colony Makes a Party
In addition to the original release in Assam, additional pigs have been released, with colonies established in Manas as well as Orang, both national parks in India, as well as a pair of animal sanctuaries.
The world can’t afford to lose more species to extinction thanks to human development, including pigs. Currently, there are only 17 types of pigs left today. Without the efforts of conservationists, that number would drop further. Each extinction is like someone taking a giant eraser to a chalkboard of millions of years of evolution.
Of course, now the problem is nature itself as well. While the pygmy pig population has stabilized and is growing, the bigger problem is that they are still fragile. Swine flu and similar conditions can easily decimate these pigs before anyone can stop it simply through contagion. So, the conservationists have their hands full trying to keep the populations safe and separated from any carriers with potential viral threats.
Conservationism can be hard, and oftentimes it ends in disappointment trying to save an endangered creature. However, in India, this time the pygmy pig can be considered a win. And, if things stay on track, it should be able to re-establish itself very well.
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Mother and Daughter Graduate Nursing School Side by Side—Two Years After Mom Donated Kidney to Save Her Life

In a story of grit, love, and second chances, a mother and daughter crossed the graduation stage together this spring—just two years after one saved the other’s life.
Ambrealle Brown, 34, dreamed of becoming a nurse. But that dream came to a halt in 2016 when she was diagnosed with Focal Segmental Glomerulosclerosis (FSGS), a rare and progressive kidney disease that forced her to leave school and rely on daily dialysis treatments lasting up to 13 hours.
As her condition worsened, Brown’s optimism faded. She was exhausted—physically and emotionally. The long wait for a transplant weighed heavily on her, and hope felt increasingly out of reach.
But her mother, Nija Butler, wasn’t ready to let her daughter give up. Although doctors initially said she likely wasn’t a donor match, Butler quietly went in for testing. She didn’t tell her daughter—she didn’t want to raise hopes unless it was certain. Then came the call: Brown had a match.
“She told me she was getting a kidney,” Butler recalled. “And I told her, ‘It’s me.’”
In March 2023, surgeons at Tulane University performed Louisiana’s first-ever robotic kidney transplant, using a minimally invasive technique that helped speed recovery for both women. With her new kidney and a renewed lease on life, Brown returned to nursing school. Inspired by her daughter’s determination, Butler decided to join her.
For the next 16 months, they studied side by side, pushing each other through the grueling demands of their program at Baton Rouge General School of Nursing. And in April, they both graduated—together.
“I couldn’t have done it without her,” Brown said. “Nursing school is hard, and having her by my side made all the difference.”
Brown is now set to begin work in a burns intensive care unit. Butler, 48, will continue her work in psychiatric care.
The two women hope their story encourages others to never lose hope—and to consider the lifesaving power of organ donation.
“As parents, we always say we’d do anything for our children,” Butler said. “And I meant it—with all my heart.”
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Scientists Reveal ‘Olo’: A Never-Before-Seen Color Created with Precision Laser Tech

In a stunning leap forward for vision science, researchers have unveiled a color no human has ever seen before. The new hue—named olo—is described as an intensely saturated blue-green that falls outside the boundaries of the natural human color spectrum.
Published in Science Advances, the study comes from a collaboration between scientists at the University of California, Berkeley, and the University of Washington. At the heart of the discovery is a new experimental tool dubbed Oz, a laser-based system that allows researchers to stimulate individual photoreceptors in the human retina with unprecedented precision.
“The Oz system represents a new experimental platform in vision science,” the study states. It works by isolating and activating just one type of cone cell—specifically, the M cones responsible for detecting green light—while bypassing the other two (S and L cones, which are sensitive to blue and red light, respectively). This kind of targeted stimulation isn’t possible under natural viewing conditions, where any light usually activates multiple types of cones at once.
In controlled experiments using laser light directed into the eyes of five participants—all with normal color vision—scientists were able to generate a perceptual experience unlike anything in nature. By activating only the M cones, participants reported seeing a blue-green shade that felt completely novel and extraordinarily vivid.
“By activating only the M cones, we elicited a color beyond the natural human gamut,” the researchers wrote. They described olo as a color of “unprecedented saturation.”
This discovery doesn’t just expand our understanding of color—it could also have practical implications. The Oz platform may pave the way for more advanced research into visual processing, new treatments or diagnostic tools for color blindness, and potentially even new types of displays capable of showing colors previously thought impossible to reproduce.
As the study concludes, “This new class of programmable platform will enable diverse new experiments,” including deeper exploration into how flexible and adaptable human color perception really is.
With olo, the boundaries of the visible world just got a little wider.
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From Wheels to Wonder: Paralysed Skater Transforms Old Boards into Bold Sculptures

When Nick Harding lost the ability to skateboard, he never imagined he’d find a new way to stay connected to his lifelong passion — through art.
In 2019, Nick was suddenly paralysed by Guillain-Barré syndrome (GBS), a rare auto-immune condition where the immune system attacks the nervous system. What started as a sore hamstring quickly escalated into a medical emergency. Within an hour of arriving at the hospital, he was on life support. He spent 13 weeks in intensive care at Southmead Hospital in Bristol and seven months in recovery, relearning how to walk and use his arms.
“Skating has always been a huge part of my life,” Nick said. “Having an outlet for that desire to play with my favourite toy is what brought the sculptures about.”
With his old decks stacked in a corner and his body still rebuilding strength, Nick began experimenting. His early attempts to make practical items were shaky — his hands lacked coordination — so instead, he focused on creating something beautiful. With no prior carpentry experience, he turned to YouTube tutorials, teaching himself to shape, sand, and finish colorful, psychedelic forms from the layered wood of worn-out skateboards.
The process helped rebuild his dexterity, but it also served as a mental anchor. “I just focused on doing a little bit every day,” he said. “It was the process that felt good when I was at my lowest.”
Now, Nick sells his sculptures through his Etsy shop Mobius Maples and has gained fans from around the world. His pieces — all carved from donated, broken, or retired boards — are abstract, swirling forms that capture the movement and spirit of skateboarding.
But for Nick, it’s not just about the art or even the recovery. It’s about staying connected to the Bristol skate scene that shaped him. He donates pieces to skate competitions and charity auctions and even hides small keychains around the city for his Instagram followers to find.
“It wouldn’t be anything if it was just me,” he said. “It’s also people who give me their old boards. Interacting with the art and letting me be involved with things is what’s kept it going.”
“I want it to be something that adds to the community, and I’m so grateful that I still have the opportunity to do that.”
Through creativity, community, and resilience, Nick Harding has transformed adversity into something both healing and inspiring — turning the boards that once carried him across pavement into lasting works of art.
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Community Petition Saves Wally the Beaver from Euthanasia

Wally, a beloved beaver who became a community favorite in Northern Virginia, was saved from euthanasia thanks to the efforts of thousands of supporters who rallied together through an online petition.
Wally first gained popularity at Huntley Meadows Park in Fairfax County, where locals and visitors often saw him hard at work building dams. However, wildlife officials considered euthanizing him after concerns arose over flooding and tree damage caused by his dam-building activities.
The community swiftly stepped in, launching a petition that quickly gathered over 10,000 signatures. Advocates argued that the beaver’s positive impact on the ecosystem—creating wetlands and habitats for other wildlife—far outweighed any inconveniences.
Local officials eventually agreed, opting instead for a humane relocation effort. Wally will now be safely moved to a suitable habitat rather than being euthanized.
“This shows how much our community values wildlife,” said Julie Ames, the petition’s creator. “We’re thrilled our voices were heard.”
Residents celebrated the decision, highlighting how Wally’s survival symbolizes the growing awareness of peaceful coexistence with local wildlife.
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Third Eaglet Joins Big Bear’s Beloved Bald Eagle Family

A third eaglet hatched yesterday in the much-loved bald eagle nest near Big Bear Lake, marking a delightful moment for the growing number of wildlife enthusiasts who have been closely watching the family online.
The nest, located in the San Bernardino National Forest near Big Bear, California, has been streaming live via the Friends of Big Bear Valley eagle cam. Observers were excited to witness the third chick hatch, a significant event considering that bald eagles usually lay two eggs, with three being somewhat unusual.
The parents, affectionately named Jackie and Shadow, are local celebrities among bird watchers. According to the Friends of Big Bear Valley, these parents have gained fame for their caring behavior, ensuring their chicks remain healthy and thriving despite the occasional harsh weather conditions.
“The hatch was smooth and perfectly timed,” said Sandy Steers, executive director of Friends of Big Bear Valley. “It’s heartwarming to see this family continue to flourish.”
Wildlife experts emphasize the importance of maintaining a respectful distance, reminding the public that the best way to enjoy and protect these birds is by observing remotely via the eagle cam.
Viewers can continue to monitor the eaglets’ development, celebrating each milestone as the chicks grow into young eagles over the coming weeks.
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