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World - / Aug 29, 2026 - Minnesota removed common carp; lake clarity rose nearly 600% afterward - Pickerel Lake, Minnesota, has battled significant water quality and algal bloom problems for decades, primarily due to invasive common carp taking over the shallow waters. After their removal in 2009, the lake underwent a remarkable ecological revival, with water clarity significantly improving and native aquatic plants flourishing once more. This successful restoration highlights the pivotal role of addressing invasive species in revitalizing ecosystems.

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World - / Aug 29, 2026 - No surrender, no dissent: How six months of war hardened Iran's leadership - Iran's leadership has appointed hard-line military and security officials to key positions. These moves signal a resistance to US pressure and a crackdown on domestic dissent. The new appointments come as Iran faces prolonged confrontation and economic pressure. Hardliners are tightening their grip around the new supreme leader, Ayatollah Mojtaba Khamenei. This consolidation aims to maintain unity and prepare for potential unrest and further conflict.

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