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Jun 13 2026BUSINESS

River Access Gets Easier in Old Sacramento

Many people love visiting Old Sacramento. It is a huge spot for tourists to check out. But getting out onto the water used to be tricky. The city needed ways to help everyone enjoy the American River. There were often complaints that downtown life didn't really connect with the waterfront area. Now

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Jun 13 2026POLITICS

Can science stay neutral when politics gets hot?

The National Academies of Science has long been seen as a steady voice in a stormy world. Born in the chaos of the Civil War, its job was to give clear, expert advice to the government. Over time, it built a reputation for tackling tough topics—even when powerful groups didn’t like the answers. But

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Jun 12 2026TECHNOLOGY

Cutting Off Crimea: Ukraine’s Drone Strategy Revealed

Ukraine has turned drones into a powerful tool against Russia. A commander in a hidden bunker watches screens that show live data from the front. He plans to block Crimea, a peninsula Russia controls since 2014, by hitting roads and supply lines. The main route for Russian trucks is the Nov

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Jun 12 2026POLITICS

The quiet battle over climate science and courtroom battles

A group of researchers is working in the background to shape how climate change connects to extreme weather events. Their report, expected soon, could become a key piece of evidence in lawsuits targeting fossil fuel companies for their role in climate disasters. But this isn’t just about science—it’

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Jun 12 2026SPORTS

Small training tweaks for big basketball gains

Basketball isn’t just about shooting hoops. It’s a fast game where players sprint, jump, and shuffle sideways constantly. For young athletes in the U19 category, training needs to match these demands. One method gaining attention is a six-week program focused on sprinting with frequent direction cha

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Jun 11 2026SPORTS

Celebrity Buzz Around Knicks‑Spurs Finals Clash

The NBA Finals between the New York Knicks and San Antonio Spurs drew a crowd of star‑struck fans, making it a headline moment for the city. A key factor was that this is the Knicks’ first Finals run since 1999, adding extra excitement for New Yorkers. At Game 4 in Madison Square Garden, pop s

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Jun 11 2026EDUCATION

How small daily habits can impact your college grades

First-year university students who don’t get enough sleep or spend too much time on screens tend to earn lower grades by the end of the year. A study of 1, 447 Canadian undergraduates found that sleep quality matters more than many realize. Students who regularly sleep poorly, smoke daily, or clock

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Jun 10 2026WEATHER

Big waves take over Southern California beaches

Southern California beaches saw some of the biggest waves in years last week, turning usually calm waters into dangerous surf zones. Orange County bore the brunt, with waves reaching up to fifteen feet in places like Newport Beach and Dana Point—so tall they crashed over protective rock barriers. Hu

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Jun 09 2026TECHNOLOGY

Understanding Hand Movements from Brain Waves

Brain‑computer interfaces let people control devices with thoughts, and one popular way to do this is by using motor imagery—imagining moving a hand—and reading the brain’s electrical activity with EEG. The signal from an EEG is noisy and changes over time, so making accurate predictions about which

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Jun 09 2026POLITICS

Chemicals Under Scrutiny: Inside the EPA’s Tightening Rules

The EPA is facing a new challenge. Scientists say they are being asked to soften the danger of chemicals that appear in everyday items like cleaners and makeup. Instead of showing how these substances could harm people, they are told to make the risks look smaller. A group of EPA workers ha

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