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Feb 24 2026SCIENCE

New Paths for Carbon Capture: Polymer Membranes That Work

Polymer membranes are becoming a key tool for removing CO₂ from industrial gases, but they still face hurdles. The main challenge is balancing how fast the gas moves through the film, how well it can be separated from other gases, how stable the material stays over time, and whether it can be made a

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Feb 24 2026POLITICS

City Calls for Release of 9/11 Toxicity Records

Ann Marie Principe, a survivor of the 2001 attacks, has urged New York’s new mayor to make public all documents about dangerous chemicals found at Ground Zero. The petition says the city’s current administration promised “transparency in government” and that it should share any records showing he

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Feb 24 2026POLITICS

Alaska Keeps Control Over Its Voter Lists

Alaska’s elections are run by Alaskans, not outsiders. A recent discussion has confused people about a deal between the state’s election office and the U. S. Justice Department. The agreement is simply a legal way for the state to share voter information with federal agencies, but it does not give t

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Feb 24 2026SPORTS

Arsenal’s Tight Battle for the Top Spot

The Gunners have turned a rough patch into a bright win, beating Tottenham and showing they can still fight for the title. After two ties in a row, doubts grew about their ability to handle pressure when it matters most. The victory has lifted fans’ confidence and changed the story of their se

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Feb 24 2026POLITICS

Women’s Rights Laws Fail to Protect Women in Practice

The World Bank says many countries have laws that should help women work and earn money, but these laws are not being applied. The report shows a big gap between what the law says and what happens in real life. In its yearly survey, the bank looked at 190 countries. It gave an average score of 67

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Feb 24 2026HEALTH

Exploring What Makes Weight‑Loss Programs Work

The study looked at how weight‑loss programs are put together. In the UK, most money goes to programmes that try to change behaviour. But there is a lot of difference between them: who runs the sessions, how food and exercise are discussed, and what extra techniques they use. The researchers

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Feb 24 2026FINANCE

South Africa Delays Debt‑Control Rule Until Next Year

The country’s finance minister has decided not to announce a new fiscal rule in this week’s budget. He plans to hold off until at least October before introducing a measure that would limit how much the government can borrow. The rule, known as a fiscal anchor, is intended to keep South Africa’s

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Feb 24 2026SCIENCE

Recycling the Gulf: Junk Turns Into Fish Havens

Old cargo containers, helicopters and even washing machines once floated away from Alabama’s coast. People thought throwing trash into the sea was harmless, but they had a plan: let these items sink and grow new reefs. Reefs made of metal can pull in fish, giving fishermen fresh catches and he

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Feb 24 2026LIFESTYLE

Food Festivals: Old‑School Bash or New‑Age Community?

The South Beach Wine & Food Festival is a 25‑year‑old tradition that still sells out its 110 events each year. In the past decade, festivals were the main way chefs and food producers reached fans. Today, social media lets anyone DM a celebrity chef or follow their kitchen videos from home, so the n

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Feb 24 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Cars, Crafts and Community: A Day of Giving

The first Cruisin’ the Day for United Way turned River Parishes Community College’s parking lot into a lively showcase of classic cars, food stalls and fundraising activities. Over 150 vehicles—from Mustangs to Studebakers—lined up for judged contests, while twenty craft and food vendors offered tas

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