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      <title>Thousands of white storks rest-stop in Galilee Panhandle</title>
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      <description><![CDATA[Mother Suga is caring for and nursing the newborn.]]></description>
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      <title>Celebrate Shavuot in nature: Best hiking spots for families</title>
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