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Misunderstood monsters

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Many people believe that most sharks will attack human beings with the slightest provocation. Recent findings have shown, however, that humans are attcked because they are mistaken for food items such as fish or sea lions. Some sharks also attack as a means of protecting their territory.

Author: Benchley, Peter
Publisher: Time, Inc.
Publication Name: Popular Science
Subject: Science and technology
ISSN: 0161-7370
Year: 1995
Analysis, Behavior, Sharks, Shark attacks

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Eurobuzz silenced: beekeeping

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European beekeepers are struggling to control an infestation of Varroa mites, which is causing high rate of mortality among honeybee colonies. British beekeepers are taking steps to prevent the mite from reaching the UK.

Publisher: Economist Newspaper Ltd.
Publication Name: The Economist (UK)
Subject: Business, international
ISSN: 0013-0613
Year: 1992
Control, Diseases and pests, Bees, Mites

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Container Revolution

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Packaging is important in wine marketing. Wine-in-a-box has caused a revolution. Preferences of British drinkers are emphasized.

Publisher: Economist Newspaper Ltd.
Publication Name: Economist
Subject: Economics
ISSN: 0013-0613
Year: 1983
Alcoholic beverages, Packaging

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