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Jan 15 2026ENVIRONMENT

The Hidden Heroes of Our Planet: Fungi and the Fight for Their Survival

Dr. Toby Kiers, a leading evolutionary biologist, has been awarded the prestigious Tyler Prize for Environmental Achievement. This honor is often called the "Nobel Prize for the Environment. " At the same time, her non-profit organization, SPUN, is launching a new project called "Underground Advocat

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Jan 15 2026SCIENCE

Boosting Ethanol Power: Tiny Branched Metal Sheets Do the Trick

Scientists cooked up a cool new way to make tiny metal sheets with branches. These sheets are made of three metals: palladium, gold, and silver. The branches make the sheets look like tiny, flat trees. This special shape gives them lots of surface area, which is great for reactions. These branched

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Jan 15 2026WEATHER

Flint's Chilly Solution: Warming Centers Step Up

Flint is taking action to keep people warm during a cold snap. Two senior centers will open their doors to anyone needing shelter from the cold. The Mays Senior and Community Service Center and the McKinley Center will be available as warming centers. The decision comes as temperatures are expected

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Jan 15 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Kristen Bell's Detective Drama Makes a Splash on Netflix

Kristen Bell, a familiar face from movies like Frozen and the series Nobody Wants This, is back in the spotlight. This time, it's because her iconic thriller series is now on Netflix. The show, which first aired in 2004, is a mix of teen drama and mystery. It's been a long wait, but fans can now bin

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Jan 15 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Why Peaky Blinders Outshines Recent Gangster Films

Gangster movies have seen a decline in recent years. But one show stands out. Peaky Blinders, a TV series, has done something special. It has surpassed many gangster films from the past 15 years. The show follows Tommy Shelby, a character who grows from a small-time criminal to a powerful figure. H

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Jan 15 2026CRIME

A Closer Look at the Ogle County Trial: What Really Happened?

In the Ogle County trial, a man named Duane Meyer, known as DC, is facing serious charges. He's accused of killing his ex-wife, Maggie Meyer, and starting a fire that also took the life of their 3-year-old son, Amos. The trial has been going on for a few days now, and the focus has been on the evide

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Jan 15 2026TECHNOLOGY

Tech Giants and the Power Dilemma: Who Pays the Price?

Microsoft, a major player in the tech industry, has been expanding its data center footprint across the United States. As of 2024, the company had secured permits for 44 data centers, making it one of the top five companies in terms of data center construction. These facilities are not small; half o

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Jan 15 2026ENVIRONMENT

California's Oil Well Buffer Zones: A Legal Showdown

In a surprising move, the U. S. Justice Department has taken legal action against California's recent law aimed at protecting communities from oil and gas drilling. This law, which started in 2024, requires new oil wells to be at least 3, 200 feet away from schools, homes, and hospitals. The Justice

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Jan 15 2026OPINION

How Treating Others Well Can Change the World

The Golden Rule is an old idea. It tells us to treat others the way we want to be treated. This idea is not new. It shows up in many cultures and religions. For example, Jesus said, "Do unto others as you would have them do unto you. " In Islam, the Prophet Muhammad taught, "None of you truly believ

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Jan 15 2026POLITICS

Greenlanders Hold Their Breath as U. S. Talks Unfold

In a cozy wooden home overlooking Nuuk's vast fjord, Liv Aurora Jensen and her family huddled around their TV. Their eyes were glued to the screen, watching a crucial meeting unfold at the White House. The U. S. Vice President and Secretary of State were discussing Greenland's future with Denmark an

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