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Jan 26 2025SCIENCE

The Day NASA's Opportunity Rover Began Its Martian Adventure

Did you know that on January 25th, 2004, NASA's Opportunity rover touched down on Mars? The rover, which was expected to last only 90 days, ended up exploring the red planet for over 15 years! That's like driving a car across 28 miles of Martian surface. This wasn't the only event that happened on

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Jan 26 2025BUSINESS

EV Startup Canoo Folds, Leaving NASA and Walmart in the Lurch

Canoo, an electric vehicle (EV) startup based in Justin, Texas, has called it quits. The company, known for its unusual-looking electric vans and trucks, announced it was filing for bankruptcy and immediately ceasing operations. This news came as a shock, especially considering Canoo's high-profile

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Jan 25 2025HEALTH

MicroRNAs and Ovarian Function: A Computational Journey

Ever wondered how tiny molecules can influence big issues like infertility? Meet microRNAs (miRNAs), which are gaining attention for their role in Diminished Ovarian Reserve (DOR), a major cause of infertility. Scientists are diving into the world of miRNAs to understand how they affect granulosa ce

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Jan 24 2025SPORTS

Racing Up: Kaulig's President Pushes Fitness Before 2025 Season

Chris Rice, the president of Kaulig Racing, is shaking things up ahead of the 2025 NASCAR Cup Series. Instead of just tweaking cars, he's focusing on something unconventional: the health of his crew chiefs. Rice understands the importance of fitness after his own impressive weight loss journey. He's

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Jan 24 2025SPORTS

Thursday's High School Sports Roundup: Goals, Wins, and Close Calls

In yesterday's high school sports action, the ice was busy with both boys and girls hockey games. The boys' hockey scene saw Moorhead shut out St. Cloud Crush 6-0, while Sauk Rapids-Rice dominated Fergus Falls with an 8-4 victory. Bryden Prelvitz and Hunter Behling were stars for Sauk Rapids-Rice, e

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Jan 24 2025SCIENCE

China's Artificial Sun Keeps Plasma Going for Over 17 Minutes

China's Experimental Advanced Superconducting Tokamak (EAST), often called the artificial sun, recently set a new world record. It kept plasma stable for a whopping 1, 066 seconds, more than twice its previous record of 403 seconds from 2023. This breakthrough is a big deal for fusion power research

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Jan 24 2025BUSINESS

Boeing's Space Woes: More Losses Expected for Starliner Program

Well, it seems like Boeing is still facing a bumpy ride with its Starliner commercial crew program. In a recent press release, the company admitted it's bracing for some more financial hits. They're expecting to take a $400 million beating, along with some other programs like the VC-25B presidential

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Jan 24 2025LIFESTYLE

The Steak Lovers: How Samantha Busch Rediscovered Red Meat

Samantha Busch, the fitness enthusiast and social media influencer, has been making waves recently with her newfound love for steak. After avoiding red meat for over two decades, she's now hooked on the high-protein meals featuring steak, mushrooms, and Parmesan cheese. The change started when she b

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Jan 23 2025SCIENCE

Catch the Celestial Show: Planets Align in January!

Get ready to watch a celestial spectacle! This January, you can spot five planets in the night sky with your naked eye, and even catch a glimpse of two more with a telescope. Imagine seeing Venus, Saturn, Jupiter, and Mars all at once! Plus, Uranus and Neptune are part of the squad too, but you'll n

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Jan 23 2025POLITICS

Virtual Trump Returns to Davos

President Trump is back at the World Economic Forum in Davos, but this time he's joining virtually. Just days after returning to the White House, Trump is set to address an international audience. The annual event, known for gathering global leaders, tech experts, and business bigwigs, is also featu

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