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Soda sales fizzled thanks to Philadelphia's pop tax

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Health Taxing soda could be an extremely effective strategy to reduce the country's consumption of the sugar-laden beverages. In January 2017, Philadelphia became the second United States city to tax sugar-sweetened beverages, like soda and fruit juices. Like prior taxes in Berkeley, California… via Popular Science "http://bit.ly/2Hu0YAb"

The next battle for smartphone screen supremacy is about speed, not resolution

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Gadgets The OnePlus 7 Pro screen has a 90 Hz refresh rate and it makes a huge difference. OnePlus made the 7 Pro phone with a 90 Hz refresh rate and that's a big deal. via Popular Science "http://bit.ly/2VAz5Ao"

Start building amazing websites from scratch with RapidWeaver 8

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Get this popular website builder and four courses for $49.99. Get this popular website builder and four courses for $49.99 and start building amazing websites from scratch with RapidWeaver 8. via Popular Science "http://bit.ly/2Hltgyi"

The world isn't light on helium, but mining it is no party

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Science More scientists need to recycle this noble gas. This past week, one of the country’s most popular party balloon companies, New Jersey-based Party City, announced it would close 45 of its 870 locations throughout the… via Popular Science "http://bit.ly/2Yt3qOk"

'Record-setting' doesn't do our CO2 levels justice. This chart does.

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Environment There’s more carbon in the atmosphere now than there was before the dawn of mankind. We’re officially living on a planet with an atmosphere no previous human being has ever experienced. You’ll probably be able to say the same thing tomorrow. via Popular Science "http://bit.ly/2W6EQoU"

By destroying this female pharaoh's legacy, her successor preserved it forever

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Technology How the modern world came to understand Hatshepsut’s might. The Builders takes you behind the construction tape to reveal the individuals responsible for history’s greatest architectural works. Here is the Egyptian female pharaoh… via Popular Science "http://bit.ly/2YqiM6n"

Now Available on Steam - RAGE 2

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RAGE 2 is Now Available on Steam! RAGE 2 brings together two studio powerhouses – Avalanche Studios, masters of open world insanity, and id Software, creators of the first-person shooter – to deliver a carnival of carnage where you can go anywhere, shoot anything, and explode everything. via Steam RSS News Feed "http://bit.ly/2VDLOlO"

Team Fortress 2 Update Released

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An update to Team Fortress 2 has been released. The update will be applied automatically when you restart Team Fortress 2. The major changes include: Updated/Added some tournament medals Updated the localization files via Steam RSS News Feed "http://bit.ly/30j081Q"

Midweek Madness - Ninja Theory Developer Sale, 50-75% Off

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Save 50% to 75% on titles developed by Ninja Theory !* *Offers end May 17 at 10AM Pacific Time via Steam RSS News Feed "http://bit.ly/2Q0pInN"

Tripwire Publisher Midweek, Save 50% to 75%!

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In celebration of Killing Floor's 10th Anniversary, save up to 75% on Tripwire games titles during the Tripwire Interactive Publisher Week *! *Offer ends May 20th at 10AM Pacific Time via Steam RSS News Feed "https://store.steampowered.com/news/50835/"

Daily Deal - Plug & Play, 66% Off

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Today's Deal: Save 66% on Plug & Play !* Look for the deals each day on the front page of Steam. Or follow us on twitter or Facebook for instant notifications wherever you are! *Offer ends Thursday at 10AM Pacific Time via Steam RSS News Feed "http://bit.ly/2vZ2sNC"

Daily Deal - Analgesic Productions Developer Sale, Up To 75% Off

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Today's Deal: Save up to 75% on titles from Analgesic Productions !* Look for the deals each day on the front page of Steam. Or follow us on twitter or Facebook for instant notifications wherever you are! *Offer ends May 21 at 10AM Pacific Time via Steam RSS News Feed "http://bit.ly/2Ea3quT"

Midweek Madness - Farming Simulator 19, 20% Off

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Save 20% on Farming Simulator 19 during this week's Midweek Madness*! The best-selling franchise takes a giant leap forward with a complete overhaul of the graphics engine, offering the most striking and immersive visuals and effects, along with the deepest and most complete farming experience ever. Plus, save big on Farming Simulator 17 and Farming Simulator 15! *Offer ends Friday at 10AM Pacific Time via Steam RSS News Feed "http://bit.ly/2WHZl8E"

We’re barreling toward a 25-year measles record

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Health A regularly-updated resource to keep you informed. The measles virus is cropping up all over the U.S., and cases are now at record-breaking levels. via Popular Science "http://bit.ly/2Si2vBX"

Meet the 'Oyster Wench'—a single mom fighting pollution with the power of clams and kelp

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Nexus Media News “Women could be the architects of the blue economy.” Catherine Puckett drives a pink boat to her ocean farm, where she harvests food that's restoring the environment. via Popular Science "http://bit.ly/2HiHAHO"