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Mar 07 2026SPORTS

Goalie Interference Is Turning Into a League Headache

The NHL’s replay system was meant to clear up mistakes, not create new ones. Now, the league is fighting a growing problem with how it handles goalie interference calls. Teams no longer know what the rules really say about a player touching a goalie in the crease. When a play is sent to rev

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Mar 05 2026ENVIRONMENT

Celebrating Ohio’s Nature Heroes

Ohio people who protect the land and water deserve a big thank‑you. The state’s Department of Natural Resources has a Hall of Fame that honors those who work hard to keep Ohio beautiful. Since 1966, about 200 people have been added to this list. Names like Johnny Appleseed and Louis Bromfie

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Feb 27 2026SCIENCE

Global Hack to Find Coronavirus Drugs

A worldwide team of scientists and programmers joined forces in a blind test to spot the best computer tricks for hunting coronavirus medicines. They used secret data from a big AI project that looks for drugs against SARS‑CoV‑2 and MERS‑CoV enzymes. The challenge asked participants to guess how str

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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 2026ENTERTAINMENT

AJ Styles’ Final Farewell and Hall of Fame Spot

The crowd in Atlanta buzzed as Monday Night Raw turned into a send‑off for AJ Styles. A big moment followed his tough loss to GUNTHER at the Royal Rumble, which many thought might end his wrestling run. The show promised a clean break. During the main event, Styles explained why he didn’t keep his

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Feb 17 2026SPORTS

From Fisherman to Bobsledder: Shane Pitter's Unique Olympic Journey

Shane Pitter, a 26-year-old fisherman from Jamaica, is making waves in the world of bobsledding. While most people would have been fishing on a sunny day in Jamaica, Pitter was competing in the Milan Cortina Games. His journey from the sea to the ice is nothing short of remarkable. Pitter's story i

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Feb 16 2026EDUCATION

Hunger on Campus: Why Students Go Without

Students in higher education often struggle with getting enough food. This is a big problem because it affects their health and ability to learn. But there is not much research on why this happens. Without understanding the root causes, it is hard to create solutions that really help. Food insecuri

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Feb 16 2026CRYPTO

How Crypto Helped a Mom Stand on Her Own Two Feet

Karin, a mom of four from Fort Worth, Texas, found herself in a tough spot after her marriage fell apart. She had no access to bank accounts or credit cards, leaving her with just $56 to her name. Banks turned her away when she tried to deposit cash, citing anti-money laundering laws and the fact th

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Feb 16 2026WEATHER

Cold Snap Challenges: Heating Oil Woes in Connecticut

Connecticut's recent harsh winter has caused significant problems for both heating oil companies and consumers. The deep snow and extreme cold have made deliveries difficult, with trucks struggling to navigate snow-covered paths to reach homes. In some cases, delivery hoses had to be snaked through

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Feb 15 2026POLITICS

New Faces and New Ideas Shake Up Massachusetts Politics

A long‑time congressman from Massachusetts is about to face a fresh challenger in the 2026 primary. The incumbent, who has served since 1988 and once taught public school, will now be tested by a teacher from the Pioneer Valley who claims to bring a break from “old‑school” politics. The challenger,

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