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The Warren Library Commission held a special meeting Thursday night and voted unanimously to increase security at the Dorothy Busch Library and institute new policies meant to curtail disruptive behavior by local students.

(POP SCI) – Having eight arms can make for some interesting sporting events (just check out the weird history of octopus wresting). But, if the idea of battling it out with a 100-pound, multi-armed sea beast wasn’t scary enough, imagine having eight arms throwing seashells at you. A study published today in the open-access journal…

One of Britains most recognisable naturalists, Steve Backshall is an eloquent enthusiast for the wonders to be found in the worlds oceans.

Each month, the Mendocino Community Library receives new non-fiction books for our members. This carefully curated and eclectic collection provides fascinating insights into both historical and contemporary events. Below are just a few of the many new titles. “Brave the Wild River: The Untold Story of Two Women Who Mapped the Botany of the Grand […]

Andrew Robinson reviews five of the best science picks. Andrew Robinson reviews five of the best science picks.

They are smart, sensitive and curious, but then there’s the sexual cannibalism . . .

They are smart, sensitive and curious, but then there’s the sexual cannibalism . . .

Our reviewers cast their eyes over recent fiction and non-fiction.

Our reviewers cast their eyes over recent fiction and non-fiction.

A new book tracks the human fascination with octopuses across centuries.