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The Lede: Former President of Iran Disqualified From Race to Succeed Ahmadinejad, State TV Says May 21, 2013

Iran’s state television announced Tuesday that Ali Akbar Hashemi Rafsanjani, a two-term former president who called for greater freedom during protests in 2009 protests, has been barred from running in next month’s election to succeed President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad.

World Brief | Europe: Right-Wing Writer Kills Himself in Notre-Dame in Paris May 21, 2013

The man, Dominique Venner, had published a blog post denouncing the passage of a same-sex marriage law.

Bike Share in New York, Built From Ideas Around World May 21, 2013

When Citi Bike is introduced in New York next week, it will resemble a sort of cycling stew — a system that borrows pieces of similar programs in other cities.

World Brief | Middle East : Israel Extends Zone for Fishing Off Gaza May 21, 2013

As Secretary of State John Kerry flew to the Middle East, officials canceled a three-mile limit imposed in March after Gaza militants fired rockets into Israel.

Amphibians and reptiles on endangered species docket

Posted on July 15, 2012 by Bob Berwyn

The spotted turtle is one of 53 species that may gain protection of the Endangered Species Act. Photo courtesy Mike Rubbo/New York Department of Environmental Conservation.

Protection sought for 53 species

By Summit Voice

SUMMIT COUNTY — Saying that many amphibians and reptiles are living on the “knife edge” of extinction, conservation advocates last week petitioned the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service to consider Endangered Species Act protection for 53 species of snakes, turtles, frogs and salamanders. (more…)

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BioBlitz!

Posted on May 22, 2010 by Bob Berwyn

Golden toads were discovered in Coata Rica in 1966. None have been seen since 1989, despite intensive surveys. They are presumed extinct. PHOTO COURTESY U.S. FISH AND WILDLIFE SERVICE.

Amid urgent threats to planet’s biodiversity, scientists and citizens team up to locate species

By Bob Berwyn

SUMMIT COUNTY — Around the world on May 22, citizens and scientists participated in an effort to document as many plants and animals as they could in a global Bioblitz on World Biodiversity day. The goal is to highlight the planet’s biodiversity even as it dwindles, and to raise awareness about the serious threats to the web of life that sustains us all.

And 2010 has also been designated as the International Year of Biodiversity by the United Nations Environmental Programme. Learn more about the economics of biodiversity here.

National Geographic has some great Bioblitz information online here, and Twitter has a lively BioBlitz thread here. (more…)

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Denver Post News

Nate Irving to get "first crack" at Broncos' spot at middle linebacker May 21, 2013

About the only time the Broncos defense played as if it didn't belong on the same field as the opposing defense last season was Week 5 at New England.

ESPN cutting workforce, closing Denver office May 21, 2013

ESPN is cutting its workforce, the latest Disney division to reduce staff."We are implementing changes across the company to enhance our continued growth while smartly managing costs," the

ACLU suit: Public is entitled to know how Nathan Dunlap will be killed May 21, 2013

The ACLU has filed a lawsuit contending that the state Department of Corrections' insistence that death penalty protocols must remain secret violates the public's right to information.

Tension between bikes, cars, motorcycles high in Jeffco May 21, 2013

The battle for cruising space on Jefferson County's scenic canyon roads will continue this summer as bicyclists and motorists struggle to find the center line in sharing the roadways.

$15 million project unveiled for Lower Highland May 21, 2013

TreeHouse Development on Monday unveiled plans to construct a 61-unit apartment building on the site of the former Pagliacci restaurant that is designed to pay homage to the long-time Denver eatery.

Photos: Oklahoma City area ravaged by deadly tornado May 21, 2013

A monstrous tornado at least a half-mile wide roared through the Oklahoma City suburbs Monday, flattening entire neighborhoods and destroying an elementary school with a direct blow as children and teachers huddled against winds up to 200 mph. At least 51 people were killed, and officials said the death toll was expected to rise.

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