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Mar 04 2025SCIENCE

Cooking Up a Storm: How Our Homes' Air Changes

Every home in the United States is unique. They vary in size, how they let air in and out, and how close they are to outside pollution. This makes it tough to figure out what's really going on with the tiny particles floating around inside our homes. When COVID-19 hit, everyone was stuck at home. Th

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Mar 04 2025ENVIRONMENT

Hidden Dangers: Unseen Pollutants Near Chemical Plants

Imagine living near a chemical plant. You might think the biggest worry is the main chemical being made, but what about the hidden byproducts? Scientists found something surprising near a plant that makes tetrabromobisphenol A, or TBBPA for short. They discovered new pollutants that aren't usually l

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Mar 04 2025SCIENCE

Chilling Out: How a Tiny Gene Helps Plants Beat the Cold

Brassica napus, a key oil crop in southern China, often faces cold stress. This can harm its growth and reproduction. To keep these plants healthy, scientists need to understand how they handle long-term cold temperatures. This understanding is crucial for farmers to grow crops that can handle the c

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Mar 04 2025WEATHER

Spring's Warm Embrace: Rain and Mild Temperatures on the Horizon

The chill in the air is fading, making way for milder temperatures. Expect a mix of sun and clouds as winds shift to the southwest, with gusts up to 30 mph on Tuesday. This change will push out the lingering cold. The weather system approaching is quite strong. Severe weather is anticipated

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Mar 04 2025POLITICS

Ukraine Aid in Limbo as Trump and Allies Clash

Top officials in the Trump administration are gathering to figure out what to do next regarding Ukraine. This comes after a tense meeting between President Trump and Ukrainian President Zelensky. The meeting ended badly, and tensions between the two countries remain high. Trump and his team are not

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Mar 04 2025POLITICS

Trump's Sudden Pause: What's Up with U. S. Aid to Ukraine?

Imagine this: The U. S. has been sending military aid to Ukraine for years, but suddenly, President Trump hits the pause button. Why? Well, it seems there was a heated argument between Trump and Ukrainian President Zelenskyy. Trump wasn't happy with Zelenskyy's comments about the war and wanted him

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Mar 04 2025POLITICS

New Education Chief: Wrestling Exec Takes On Big Job

Linda McMahon, a former wrestling executive, has been appointed as the nation's education chief. This is a surprising choice, given her background and the president's plans for the Education Department. McMahon, a 76-year-old billionaire and former CEO of World Wrestling Entertainment, has little tr

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Mar 04 2025POLITICS

Trump's Big Speech: What You Need to Know

On Tuesday night, President Trump will give a major speech to Congress. This isn't his usual State of the Union address, but a chance for him to talk about what he wants to focus on this year. The speech is scheduled to start at 9 p. m. ET. You can watch it on many TV channels and online pl

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Mar 04 2025POLITICS

Car Prices May Skyrocket Due to New Tariffs

Imagine this: You're excited to buy a new car, but suddenly, the price tag jumps by thousands of dollars. This could be the reality for many Americans starting tomorrow. The reason? New tariffs on imports from Canada and Mexico. These tariffs, set at 25%, will make popular vehicles like SUVs and ele

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Mar 04 2025POLITICS

What to Expect When Trump Speaks to Congress

When the president speaks to Congress, it's a big deal. The House chamber is full of lawmakers, and the president's arrival is announced in a loud voice by the sergeant-at-arms. This triggers a lot of applause. Trump's speech on Tuesday evening isn't the official State of the Union address, but it's

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