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The space station is leaking. Why it hasn't imperiled the mission.

Some of the main modules of the International Space Station are nearly a quarter-century old. "That's considered classic for a car," said Bennett Maruca, an astronomer and physicist at the University of Delaware.

So it's little surprise one of the earliest chambers, attached in 2000, has sprung a problematic leak. The leak is in Russia's Zvezda service module, an area connecting the module to a docking port, and it was first detected five years ago. But the rate of leakage has increased in...

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Get a wireless Apple Watch charger for just $30

TL;DR: This portable Apple Watch charger with a built-in USB-C cord for charging smartphones is 57% off while supplies last.

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Wrap up a MacBook Air and gift some holiday cheer for less than $250

TL;DR: Save bigtime on this refurbished 13.3" MacBook Air for $249.97 (reg. $999) and enjoy fast, simple performance from a lightweight laptop.

13.3-inch display with 1440x900 resolution, providing clear visuals for work and play

Powered by an Intel Core i5 processor for reliable performance in everyday tasks

8GB RAM and 128GB SSD for efficient multitasking and quick data access

Lightweight design at just under 3 pounds, making it ultra-portable for on-the-go use

Includes a 12-hour battery life,...

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Should you get this $27 version of MS Office instead of the new one?

TL;DR: Through November 21, get Microsoft Office 2019 for Windows for only $26.97 — a lifetime license with no recurring fees.

If your PC needs a fresh Microsoft Office download, think twice before just grabbing the newest version. Surprisingly, Microsoft Office 2019 includes more apps — and comes at a much more affordable price. If you don’t need the latest app layouts or AI integrations, this is the version for you.

Grab Microsoft Office 2019 on sale for $26.97 through November 21...

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Get Windows 11 Pro for life for just $18

TL;DR: Get a lifetime license for Windows 11 Pro on your PC for just $17.97 (reg. $199) through November 21 or until codes sell out — only 75 are available.

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Small, but mighty: Get a tiny smartphone for under $100

TL;DR: The NanoPhone packs essential smartphone features into a tiny, portable design for 50% off at $99.97 (reg. $199) for only one more day.

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From Grindr to Scruff: The best dating apps for gay, bi, and queer men in 2024

Online dating as a gay man has its share of horror stories. It's also a rite of passage dating back to the Craigslist m4m era. It's a high-risk, high-reward activity.

For members of the LGBTQ+ community, online dating presents a unique set of challenges, which can sour the experience. Ghosting and catfishing are still common, but you might also find people asking unnecessary questions about your past, straight guys who shouldn't be in your feed, and even some not-so-subtle fetishization. Not...

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Scientists find evidence that entirety of Earth was once covered in ice

Even the balmy tropics may have once been crushed by colossal masses of ice.

A severe ice age dominated Earth, some 720 to 635 million years ago, well before dinosaurs stalked the land. But it's uncertain if the entire world froze over during the glaciations of this long-lived, extreme episode, dubbed "Snowball Earth." Now, new evidence from Colorado, an area that once was located in the tropics, suggests mighty glaciers sprawled over even Earth's warmest regions.

"This study presents the...

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If You Want To Elevate Your Life In A Small Yet Meaningful Way, Check Out These 43 Products

This "AirBrush" spray-on foundation has such a flawless, foolproof finish that you will never deign to touch another brand again.

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As An Ex-American Living In The Netherlands, This Part Of Raising My Child Overseas Shocked Me

"I was lured by the scenic charm — which the Netherlands certainly delivered. What I couldn’t have imagined was the peace this country would give me in a decision that wasn’t easy for me to make."

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33 Products That’ll Teach You Something New

Unleash your inner bartender with this clever "Cocktail Codex" book, and your inner dairy gremlin with this DIY cheese-making kit.

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People Have A LOT Of Feelings About Bibles Coming To Every Oklahoma Classroom

"I'm excited to announce today that Oklahoma is the first state to bring the Bible back to the classroom."

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37 Gifts To Give If You Want To Be Remembered As A Great Gift-Giver By Your Family

Even if Grandma has 15 grandkids, she'll remember your gift the most.

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There’s Nothing Like Watching Vietnam’s Waterlily Harvest

In the Mekong Delta, farmers and locals still gather the flowers on wooden boats. Now, the ritual’s also become a photo op.

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Bitter Infighting Clouds Russian Opposition

Accusations of betrayal have already tarnished the movement once led by Aleksei Navalny. Now, the election of Donald J. Trump, a Putin admirer, further complicates the opposition efforts.

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At The National Bible Bee, Christian Students Perfect the Art of Memory

The National Bible Bee competition, which is fast rising in popularity, demands feats of memorization that make the National Spelling Bee look like a game of tic-tac-toe.

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North Korea Blasts Unbearable Sounds To South Korea

Relations between the neighbors have sunk to the lowest level in years. Now, Pyongyang is blaring eerie sounds across the border that villagers say is making their lives hell.

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Yes, Most People Probably Should Hold Off on Claiming Social Security

Readers had a lot of thoughtful objections to this idea. As a general rule, I stand by it.

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Ukraine Is Running Out of Optimists

There is safety in simply trusting that the worst will happen. To dare to hope has always been the risk.

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Can America’s Health Survive Robert F. Kennedy Jr.?

What Kennedy gets right.

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