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Apr 24 2026EDUCATION

South Carolina’s top teacher teaches science—and life lessons

Dr. Christie Palladino didn’t set out to win awards. She started as a doctor fixing hearts and delivering babies. Then she switched to classrooms, where she now shapes young minds instead of presiding over them. This week, the state named her South Carolina’s Teacher of the Year for 2027. The announ

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Apr 21 2026POLITICS

Healthcare Sticker Shock: Why New Drugs Cost So Much, Even with Price Talks

Drug prices have been climbing again, even after some big promises about keeping costs down. A recent Senate report dug into how companies that struck deals with the White House still hiked prices on hundreds of medications. And the numbers are shocking: new drugs often launch with price tags over $

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Apr 13 2026ENVIRONMENT

What’s in store for Colorado’s weather this week?

Dry air and strong winds are returning to southern Colorado today, putting the region under a fire risk alert from morning until evening. Gusts could hit 45 mph, while temperatures climb into the 70s or low 80s near the Front Range and eastern plains. Higher areas will stay cooler, mostly in the 60s

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Apr 12 2026WEATHER

Early heat wave hits Delaware as summer-like temps arrive early

Delaware is about to get a sudden taste of summer with temperatures climbing to near 90 degrees next week. While mid-April usually brings mild spring weather, the region is bracing for a sharp warm-up that could feel more like late May. Forecasters say this isn't typical for the season, raising ques

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Mar 30 2026SCIENCE

Streamlined Powder Test: Using Pictures Instead of Lab Machines

Dry powder inhalers need a quick way to check how fine their particles are. Scientists usually rely on a big machine called the next‑generation impactor and then run a slow liquid test to measure the results. The new method replaces that slow step with smart image analysis. Images of the po

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Mar 29 2026SCIENCE

A Forensic Trailblazer’s Legacy and Controversy

Dr. Henry Lee, who first stepped into the spotlight during a 1995 trial that captured national attention, has passed away at 87. He spent more than five decades teaching and guiding students in forensic science, shaping the field through both education and practice. Lee’s name is linked to several h

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Mar 24 2026POLITICS

Delta Says Congress Must Pay for the Shutdown

Delta Air Lines has decided to stop its special congressional desk service until the federal shutdown ends. The service had let lawmakers and staff book flights at lower prices, secure same‑day tickets for votes, and change itineraries quickly. Delta said the priority now is safety and customer care

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Mar 18 2026HEALTH

Simple Guide to Mixing Meds for Dravet Syndrome

Dravet syndrome is a tough type of epilepsy that does not get better with one drug. Doctors often have to give patients three or more seizure medicines at the same time. The mix of drugs is very complicated because it includes special medicines for Dravet (like stiripentol, cannabidiol, and fenflura

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Mar 17 2026TECHNOLOGY

The New XPS 16: Slim, Fast and Still a Top Pick

Dell has bounced back from almost dropping its XPS line, and the 2026 model shows why the brand still matters. The new laptop drops almost a pound from its predecessor, weighing just 3. 65 pounds for the standard build and 3. 85 for the heavier LCD version. That makes it lighter than a typical 16‑in

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Mar 12 2026FINANCE

Delton Tech Targets $423 Million in Hong Kong IPO

Delton Technology (Guangzhou) plans to raise up to $423 million by selling 46 million H‑shares in Hong Kong. The maximum price per share is set at HK$71. 88, according to the company’s filing. The final pricing will be announced on March 19 and trading will start the next day. The move comes as a w

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