Martha Reilly

Martha Reilly is a senior studying political science and English literature at Saint Mary's College. She enjoys brainstorming conspiracy theories, supporting print journalism, and being the only person under age 70 who watches Dancing with the Stars.

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Lesser known effect of climate change involving two polar bears balancing on a floating piece of ice that has broken off from a larger piece.

The Facts You’ve Never Heard About Climate Change

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Mother gorilla carrying young on her back through Virunga National Park.

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Guaranteed Ways to Make Someone Smile Today

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Female scientist with white lab coat and safety glasses performing experiment with test tubes.

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