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                     Scotland's Outer Hebrides 
                      The rugged chain of islands is home to thousands of sheep and known for its white sand beaches.   
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                     Lake Mungo's Geological and Archaeological Treasures 
                      A lunette dune fringing this dried Australian lake preserves relics from ancient times, while today's grazing patterns create sharp visible contrasts on the land.   
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                     Nighttime Lights Reveal Industrial Activity in the Arctic 
                      Satellite observations at night indicate that oil, gas, and mining have expanded across Earth's northern latitudes.   
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                     Lighting the Night in Southern Africa 
                      An astronaut's sweeping nighttime photograph of Namibia and South Africa reveals the region's lighted communities, many of which are centered around mining.   
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                     An Unusual Year for Fire in Bolivia 
                      Fire activity in the South American nation was remarkably intense and widespread in 2024.   
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                     Rapid Rebound for Lake Casitas 
                      The southern California reservoir refilled from historic lows after two above-average years of rain.   
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                     Mangroves Are Losing Their Resilience 
                      The iconic trees and shrubs of the Florida Everglades are under increased stress due to more frequent, intense hurricanes.   
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