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Study links higher animal body temperatures with increased likelihoods for evolving into plant-eaters

By Tucson Standard | Aug 19, 2024

A University of Arizona study has uncovered a surprising relationship between an animal's body temperature and its likelihood of evolving into an herbivore. The study, published Monday in the journal Global Ecology and Biogeography, offers fresh insights into the evolution of plant-based diets across tetrapods, which include amphibians, birds, reptiles, and mammals. The findings could reshape scientists' understanding of the evolution of animal diets.

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Federal funds allocated for Cochise County's rural fire departments

By Tucson Standard | Aug 19, 2024

COCHISE COUNTY, AZ - U.S. Congressman Juan Ciscomani (AZ-06) announced that the City of Benson Fire Department (BFD) and neighboring fire agencies in Cochise County were selected to receive $668,571 in federal funding under the Assistance to Firefighters grant program. This funding was awarded on August 16, 2024.

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Study links higher animal body temperatures with evolution into herbivores

By Tucson Standard | Aug 19, 2024

A University of Arizona study has uncovered a relationship between an animal's body temperature and its likelihood of evolving into an herbivore. The study, published Monday in the journal Global Ecology and Biogeography, offers insights into the evolution of plant-based diets across tetrapods, which include amphibians, birds, reptiles, and mammals. The findings could reshape scientists' understanding of the evolution of animal diets.

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Incoming student aims to blend AI with film at University

By Tucson Standard | Aug 19, 2024

From the moment Anastasia Rastelli first sat in front of a computer as a child, she was fascinated by the possibilities it presented. Technology was a constant companion growing up, and before long she grew curious about the inner workings of her high-tech toys. By grade school, she learned to code using a block-based, visual programming language.

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Family & kids events this week in City of Tucson: Aug. 18-24

By Tucson Standard | Aug 19, 2024

Don't miss out on these family & kids events happening in City of Tucson this week.

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This week in City of Tucson history: Noteworthy events that shaped our past (Aug. 18-24)

By Tucson Standard | Aug 19, 2024

This week in City of Tucson history.

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Commemorating Another Year: Fat Lever, distinguished former professional basketball player (August 18)

By Tucson Standard | Aug 18, 2024

Lafayette "Fat" Lever was born on August 18, 1960, in Pine Bluff, Arkansas.

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School events this week in City of Tucson: Aug. 18-24

By Tucson Standard | Aug 17, 2024

The following school events are scheduled to take place in City of Tucson this week.

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Tucson Standard area weekly mass times

By Tucson Standard | Aug 17, 2024

The following parishes in the Tucson Standard coverage area hold weekly mass at these designated times.

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Border Patrol, Air, Marine Operations rescue wounded migrants

By Tucson Standard | Aug 17, 2024

After a 911 call revealed that migrants shot on the Mexican side of the border had crossed into the United States, personnel from U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) Air and Marine Operations worked to rescue those migrants and provide medical care. The incident occurred on August 2, according to an August 8 news release from CBP.

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Remembering Chad Beyer's birthday: insights into the life of the former professional road racing cyclist luminary (August 15)

By Tucson Standard | Aug 15, 2024

Chad Beyer was born on August 15, 1986, in Kansas City, Missouri.

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Roadway improvement projects set for Elm Street and Tucson Boulevard

By Tucson Standard | Aug 15, 2024

Published on August 15, 2024

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Local Government Meeting today in City of Tucson

By Tucson Standard | Aug 14, 2024

City of Tucson City Council Meeting starting at 12 pm today — here's what you need to know!

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Remembering Arturo "Arte" Moreno's birthday: reflections on the career of the businessman (August 14)

By Tucson Standard | Aug 14, 2024

Arturo "Arte" Moreno was born on August 14, 1946, in Tucson, Arizona.

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Local Government Meetings today in City of Tucson

By Tucson Standard | Aug 13, 2024

City of Tucson Local Government Meetings today.

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University of Arizona's College of Veterinary Medicine set to graduate second class

By Tucson Standard | Aug 13, 2024

More than 100 students from the University of Arizona College of Veterinary Medicine will conclude their academic journeys next week as they receive Doctor of Veterinary Medicine degrees. This marks the second graduating class for the college.

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University celebrates decade-long support for young LGBTQ artists

By Tucson Standard | Aug 13, 2024

The University of Arizona Museum of Art is celebrating 10 years of Mapping Q, an art-based program for LGBTQ youth, with an exhibit featuring works created by participants and teachers over the last decade. The exhibit, "Still Queer After All These Years," showcases 35 artworks by 19 artists.

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Arizona delegation urges action from Department of Veterans Affairs following veteran's death

By Tucson Standard | Aug 13, 2024

TUCSON, Ariz. – U.S. Congressman Juan Ciscomani (AZ-06), a member of the House Veterans’ Affairs Committee, recently joined efforts by the Arizona congressional delegation to urge action from the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) following concerns raised in a recent report by the VA Office of Inspector General. The report was conducted in response to the death of a veteran patient under the Phoenix VA Health Care System in March 2023.

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Study links proximity to pesticide use with increased risk of stillbirth

By Tucson Standard | Aug 13, 2024

Living less than about one-third of a mile from pesticide use prior to conception and during early pregnancy could increase the risk of stillbirths, according to new research led by researchers at the Mel and Enid Zuckerman College of Public Health and Southwest Environmental Health Sciences Center.

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Government events this week in City of Tucson: Aug. 11-17

By Tucson Standard | Aug 12, 2024

The following events are scheduled to take place in City of Tucson this week.