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A destructive ‘jumping worm’ is invading Colorado and Western states, officials warn

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A destructive “jumping worm” species is threatening gardens in Colorado and the West, state officials said Tuesday as they urged green thumbs to keep their eyes peeled for the invasive pests. Subscribe to read this story ad-free Get unlimited access to ad-free articles and exclusive content. There are “currently no effective eradication methods for” the … Read more

3 scientists were charged in worm smuggling scheme. Lawyers say China helped get the case dismissed

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DETROIT — China’s government intervened and helped get charges dropped against three Chinese scientists at the University of Michigan who were accused of helping a colleague smuggle biological materials into the U.S., defense lawyers said. The materials turned out to be mostly tiny, transparent worms — nothing dangerous — though U.S. officials last year hailed … Read more