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Jan 12 2025ENVIRONMENT

China's Uneven Green Push: A City-by-City Breakdown

China's urban areas are stepping up their game when it comes to cutting greenhouse gases. A recent study took a look at how well cities are using their resources to reduce their carbon footprint between 2010 and 2022. The results? Things are looking up, with efficiency jumping from 0. 555 in 2010 to

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Jan 10 2025ENVIRONMENT

EPA's Power Plant Rules: Balancing Costs and Cuts

The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has set new standards for power plants to reduce greenhouse gas emissions. Some experts believe that these reductions can be achieved with only a small increase in costs. This means that while the environment might benefit, the financial impact on power comp

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Jan 09 2025ENVIRONMENT

Old Ice, New Insights: Scientists Drill Deep into Antarctic Past

Imagine drilling a hole two miles deep into the frosty heart of Antarctica. That’s exactly what a team of international scientists did, seeking to uncover secrets hidden in ice that’s over a million years old. This ancient ice could reveal how Earth’s climate has changed over time and what role gree

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Jan 08 2025POLITICS

Virginia Democrats Keep Their Statehouse Edge

After Donald Trump's big win in November, Virginia held its first elections. Democrats did well, keeping their slim lead in the state Senate (21-19) and House of Delegates (51-49). This could slow down the governor, Glenn Youngkin's, conservative plans, as he'll need support from both parties. In L

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Jan 07 2025TECHNOLOGY

“Is That Temu Fire Image Real? ”

Ever seen a picture that looks too good to be true? Well, a recent image of a supposed Temu warehouse fire is just that – too good to be true! This AI-generated pic has many fooled into thinking it’s the real deal. Temu, an online retailer from China, sells a mix of cheap and not-so-cheap products.

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Jan 05 2025POLITICS

Republicans Rally Behind Trump's Plan for One Major Bill

House Republicans recently gathered for a secret meeting on Saturday. Former President Donald Trump had a big idea he wanted to share, according to insiders. He wanted to combine border security, energy policies, and taxes into one giant bill. This plan was a bit risky but super important for pushin

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Jan 05 2025POLITICS

The Challenges of a Split House: A New Speaker’s Struggle

Mike Johnson, the newly appointed House Speaker, isn’t having an easy time. He barely squeezed into the job, with some Republicans only backing him at the last minute. These rebels want promises on spending reductions and a say in major laws. Johnson agreed to create committees to trim government wa

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Jan 05 2025ENVIRONMENT

Planning Solar Farms: A New Way in Jamaica

You know how we've been relying on traditional power methods that harm the environment? Well, it's time to switch to something cleaner like solar energy. This study did just that by looking at the best spots for large solar farms in Jamaica. They used some fancy methods like AHP, fuzzy logic, and GI

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Jan 04 2025POLITICS

Meet the 2025 Medal of Freedom Champions

President Biden has just announced 19 remarkable individuals who will receive the Presidential Medal of Freedom. This prestigious honor is given to those who've made outstanding contributions to the United States or global peace. The list includes a mix of celebrities, activists, and community leade

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Jan 03 2025POLITICS

Meet the Power Players of the 119th Congress

In the new Congress, there are 11 House members who are already making waves. These lawmakers come from both major parties and have different beliefs, but they all share one thing: they're not afraid to make noise. First up is Rep. Chip Roy from Texas. He's a conservative firebrand known for his pa

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