PAPER

Mar 28 2026EDUCATION

Paper’s Unexpected Beginnings: More Than Just History Lessons

Long before paper took over classrooms and offices, it started as simple packing material. Ancient China’s early paper-making experiments had humble uses—wrapping fragile items or cushioning goods during transport. It wasn’t until later that people saw its potential for something bigger. But writin

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Jan 11 2026TECHNOLOGY

Sleek TVs Taking Over: What to Expect in 2026

2026 is set to be a big year for TVs that double as art. These are called lifestyle TVs. They look like framed pictures when turned off. They are made to blend into your home. Many brands showed off their new models at a big tech event. LG is leading the pack with their Wallpaper OLED TV. It is ver

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Jan 08 2026BUSINESS

Pittsburgh's News Landscape Takes a Hit

Pittsburgh is about to lose a major part of its news scene. The Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, the city's biggest newspaper, is shutting down in May. The Block family, who own the paper, say they've lost over $350 million in the last 20 years. They regret the impact but say they're leaving with their head

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Jan 01 2026ENVIRONMENT

Florida's Straw Struggle: Paper vs. Plastic and the PFAS Problem

Florida is in the middle of a big debate about straws. Some people think paper straws are better for the environment. But now, there's a new problem: paper straws might not be as safe as we thought. A new bill in Florida wants to stop cities and towns from making their own rules about straws. The b

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Dec 30 2025TECHNOLOGY

A New Player in the Note-Taking Game: TCL's Note A1 NXTPAPER

TCL is stepping into the world of note-taking devices with its own twist. The new TCL Note A1 NXTPAPER is not just another tablet. It's designed to be a productivity powerhouse. Unlike Amazon's Kindle Scribe Colorosoft, this device doesn't use E Ink. Instead, it features TCL's custom NXTPAPER displa

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Dec 27 2025LIFESTYLE

Newspapers: More Than Just News

Newspapers have been a big part of daily life for many people. They were not just for reading the news. They were also used for many other things. People used them to wrap gifts, line pet cages, and even as toilet paper. This is a big change for many people. It is not just about how they get their n

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Dec 26 2025LIFESTYLE

Keeping the Past Alive in Saguache

In the small town of Saguache, Colorado, a unique newspaper called the Saguache Crescent is still printed using old-fashioned methods. The publisher, Dean Coombs, uses a 1920 linotype machine and a 1915 printing press to create the weekly paper. This might seem odd, but it works for the town's 550 r

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Nov 13 2025CRIME

New Claims Link Trump to Epstein's Underage Victims

Recent documents have brought up old connections between Donald Trump and Jeffrey Epstein. These papers say Epstein told others that Trump was aware of underage girls involved in Epstein's crimes. The emails come from Democrats in Congress. They show Epstein talking to Ghislaine Maxwell, his ex-gir

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Sep 13 2025LIFESTYLE

From Paperboy to Newsroom: A Journey Through Time

In the early 1960s, a young person started their first job in the newspaper world. This was not just any job; it was delivering the Minneapolis Tribune in Watertown, South Dakota. The role involved taking the newspaper to various local businesses and apartments. The Tribune was a significant newspap

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Aug 06 2025SCIENCE

The Hidden World of Fake Science: A Growing Threat

Scientific research is under siege from a shadowy industry of fraud. This isn't about a few bad apples; it's a well-organized network producing fake studies at an alarming rate. These "paper mills" churn out low-quality, often nonsensical research, complete with fabricated data and stolen images. T

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