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11+ hour, 53+ min ago (368+ words) Researchers discovered the pumpkin toadlet in Brazil's cloud forests recently. Its bright orange colour and unique call reveal a new species. Genetic analysis confirmed it differs from all other Brachycephalus frogs. The discovery highlights the fragile biodiversity of high-elevation forests. The scientists located pumpkin toadlet males by their mating calls in leaf litter. The species had remained hidden despite long-term studies in the region. Morphology and DNA confirmed it as completely new to science. Tiny body size and bright colour helped distinguish it clearly. This discovery adds to Brazil's growing list of endemic frogs. It inhabits Serra do Quiriri mountains above 750 metres elevation. Pristine cloud forests provide shelter, moisture and safety for frogs. The region hosts many other Brachycephalus species unique to Brazil. Leaf litter forms essential habitat for breeding and survival activities. Small range makes it vulnerable to environmental…...

16+ hour, 29+ min ago (273+ words) A set of twins from New Jersey have been arrested over terroristic threats made against Department of Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem's top assistant, the agency said in a press release. Ricardo Antonio Roman-Flores and Emilio Roman-Flores, of Absecon, are each facing a count of conspiracy-terroristic threats, according to DHS. Emilio is additionally facing charges of unlawful possession of an assault weapon, possession of prohibited weapons, criminal coercion, threats, and cyber harassment. The brothers, both 26 years old, allegedly said DHS Assistant Secretary for Public Affairs Tricia McLaughlin should he hanged in a social media post. They also tried to rally their followers to "shoot ICE on sight," the DHS said. "We Americans should find you, tar you, feather you, and hang you as we did to anyone serving tyrants before the Revolutionary War," one post about McLaughlin read, per Fox…...

20+ hour, 49+ min ago (618+ words) Francesco Carta fotografo / Getty Images Oranges are packed with vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants, but the peel might be one of the most nutritious parts. Here's what research says about its benefits and how to safely add it to your diet. Oranges are known for their rich vitamin C content. A whole orange peel (or a roughly 100-gram serving) contains around 45 milligrams (mg) of vitamin C, which is at least half of the recommended daily value (DV) for adults. The peel is also rich in other nutrients, such as: Like whole oranges, orange peels are rich sources of fiber. An entire peel is estimated to contain around 10.6 grams (g) of fiber, which is more than the same serving size as its whole fruit counterpart. Research suggests the peel is particularly rich in pectin, a soluble fiber. Pectin supports regular bowel movements by slowing…...

22+ hour, 44+ min ago (498+ words) New Jersey Voters Understand Health Insurance Options but Worry About State Government's Influence on Plans When it comes to health insurance plans, many of which can be expensive and poised to be more costly in 2026, do New Jerseyans know what they are paying for? The answer appears to be "yes," according to the latest Rutgers-Eagleton Poll in collaboration with the National Association of Benefits and Insurance Professionals New Jersey Chapter (NABIP-NJ). Voters generally feel confident in their health insurance knowledge. Among those who have health insurance, 84% percent say they are confident in their understanding of their chosen plan (41% "very," 43% "somewhat") and 71% are confident in their understanding of the difference health insurance plan options available to them (32% "very," 39% "somewhat"). Voters ages 18 to 34 are less likely to feel confident in both their understanding of their chosen plan (73%) and the different health insurance…...

1+ day, 1+ min ago (337+ words) December is always a month of traditions. Whether it's putting up lights, making certain cookies, or watching your favorite holiday movies, there are various "must-dos" leading up to Christmas. For instance, my family is hard-core about having to watch our Christmas favorites. I always set aside time to watch The Muppet Christmas Carol, but as a unit, we always watch Love Actually on Christmas Eve and Die Hard on Christmas morning. I guess watching Alan Rickman be a villain puts us in the holiday spirit. But do you participate in New Jersey's most popular Christmas tradition? The researchers at Little Sleepies'looked at Google Trends, focusing on 20 of the biggest Christmas traditions to find the favorite of each state. Overall, the most popular Christmas tradition in the U.S. is hosting a white elephant party. In New York and Pennsylvania, for example, they…...

1+ day, 1+ hour ago (25+ words) New Jersey mom Holly Moscatiello's Balance Project helps parents reduce kids' screen time and delay giving them smartphones. The movement has spread to 140 communities....

1+ day, 1+ hour ago (141+ words) Orange County Public Schools plans to hire a recruiter to increase student enrollment amid years of declining enrollment. The school board is working with Caissa K12, a recruitment company that has reportedly helped bring roughly 1,900 students back to the district, earning over $900 per student. Orange County Public Schools plans to hire a recruiter to increase student enrollment amid years of declining enrollment. The school board is working with Caissa K12, a recruitment company that has reportedly helped bring roughly 1,900 students back to the district, earning over $900 per student. Orange County Public Schools plans to hire a recruiter to increase student enrollment amid years of declining enrollment. The school board is working with Caissa K12, a recruitment company that has reportedly helped bring roughly 1,900 students back to the district, earning over $900 per student....

1+ day, 2+ hour ago (181+ words) WASHINGTON (TNND) " A set of twins in Absecon, New Jersey were arrested on Tuesday after they threatened to hang Department of Homeland Security Secretary Tricia McLaughlin and shoot Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) officers. The Homeland Security Department announced that they conducted and executed a search and arrest warrant for Ricardo Antonio Roman-Flores and Emilio Roman-Flores. They have both been charged with unlawful possession of an assault weapons, cyber harassment and criminal coercion. "Let this be a warning to anyone who dares threaten or attack our brave law enforcement officers," said Acting ICE Director Todd Lyons said in a statement. He went on to say that extreme rhetoric from the media and politicians is leading to a massive increase in death threats against law enforcement officials. The twins are currently being held at a prison in New Jersey. Under President…...

1+ day, 3+ hour ago (38+ words) That's exactly the vibe in a TikTok video that's sweeping people into a full emotional swoon'a sweet orange cat waiting at the window every single morning, paws kneading the glass as if he's crafting ......

1+ day, 7+ hour ago (606+ words) The Orlando man accused of attempting to rape a jogger in College Park in April is out of jail after he was offered a plea deal that allowed him to escape a formal conviction, a prosecutorial decision the Orange-Osceola State Attorney's Office said Tuesday is now under review. Feight avoided added jail time, instead receiving a 255-day credit for jail time served following his April 10 arrest. He was released from the Orange County Jail on Nov. 20. His release prompted outrage in a Facebook group for College Park residents, with many noting his past arrests and worrisome behavior in the neighborhood. Several people reported where he'd been spotted recently in College Park and urged caution, with one post describing an incident alleging that he had lunged at people, including children. "How is he out?!?!" wrote one woman, echoing the comments of…...