What’s Up Wednesday #5

What’s Up Wednesday #5 – due 2/12 Before each Wednesday, you should find and read an article from a credible news source. Be ready each Wednesday to share the link to the article with a partner. Credible News Sources: Washington Post, Reuters, AP (Associated Press), USA Today, NBC News, ABS News, CBS News, CNN, The New York Times, LA Times, The Atlantic, PBS, Bloomberg, Axios, CNN, The Wall Street Journal, BBC, The Economist, The New Yorker, The Atlanta Journal Constitution News Source Article Title Publish Date Link 3-4 Bullet-Point Summary What rhetorical strategies did the author use to convey the message? What are the intended effects of these strategies? Associated Press (AP News) "Arizona has added an endangered bat to the list of night-flying creatures that frequent the state" February 10, 2025 https://apnews.com/article/arizona-mexican-bat-migration-salivae43c36080088ef0c189e900fd00f9acb Scientists have confirmed that endangered Mexican long-nosed bats migrate through southeastern Arizona. ● The confirmation was achieved by analyzing environmental DNA (eDNA) from saliva samples collected from plants and hummingbird feeders. ● This non-invasive method involved collaboration between Bat Conservation International, local residents, and researchers from Northern Arizona University. ● The discovery adds the Mexican long-nosed bat to Arizona's list of 29 bat species and highlights the importance of innovative conservation techniques. The article includes quotes and insights from scientists and wildlife managers to lend credibility and authority to the information presented. - Building credibility By highlighting the innovative use of eDNA analysis, the author emphasizes advancements in scientific research and conservation efforts. - Highlighting innovation collaboration between scientists and local residents - Encouraging community participation ●