RIVER KIDZ

Nov 25 2025WEATHER

Thanksgiving Travel: Windy Roads Ahead

Thanksgiving is a time for family, food, and fun. But this year, Mother Nature might throw a wrench in the plans. High winds are expected to make traveling a bit more challenging. This could mean longer drive times and more caution needed on the roads. It's not just about the cold. The strong winds can make driving tricky, especially for those not used to such condit...

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Nov 25 2025SCIENCE

Unlocking Water Secrets: A New Way to Spot Viruses

Studying viruses in water is tricky. But now, there's a new method that makes it easier. It's called Nanopore direct RNA sequencing (NDRS). This method helps find RNA viruses in water. Researchers came up with a special way to use NDRS. They tested different tools to find the best ones. Flye was great for single virus sequences. Unicycler worked best for mixed sequen...

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Nov 24 2025ENVIRONMENT

Florida's Gentle Giants Seek Warmth as Winter Approaches

Florida's manatees, often called sea cows, are on the move as winter nears. These gentle giants can't handle cold water. When temperatures drop below 68 degrees, they head to warmer spots. Power plant outlets and rivers become their winter homes. Manatees are strict vegetarians. They munch on sea grass for food. In winter, finding these underwater fields means trave...

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Nov 24 2025LIFESTYLE

Ski Season Kicks Off: UTA's Bus Service is Ready to Roll

Ski enthusiasts in Utah are getting ready for the 2025-26 season, and the Utah Transit Authority (UTA) is gearing up to provide transportation to some of the state's top ski resorts. The ski bus service will start on Thanksgiving, November 27, for Solitude, Brighton, Alta, and Snowbird, while service to Snowbasin and Powder Mountain will begin on November 28 and Dece...

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Nov 24 2025ENVIRONMENT

Young Champions Fighting for Clean Water

In the heart of Florida, a group of young activists is making waves in the fight for clean water. River Kidz, a nonprofit organization, started with just two 10-year-olds who wanted to make a difference. Naia Mader and Evie Flaugh raised $85 by selling lemonade, and that small act of kindness grew into something much bigger. Today, River Kidz is all about educating ...

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Nov 24 2025SPORTS

Cal's New Chapter: Wilcox Out, Rolovich Takes Over

Cal's football program is at a turning point. Justin Wilcox, the head coach for the past nine years, has been let go. This decision comes after a season that saw the team go 6-5, barely missing out on a winning record. The Golden Bears' loss to Stanford, a game they were expected to win, seems to have been the final straw. Wilcox's time at Cal was marked by steady, ...

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Nov 24 2025SPORTS

Lando Norris' Lead Narrows After McLaren's Las Vegas Blunder

The 2025 Formula 1 season has taken an unexpected turn. McLaren's disqualification from the Las Vegas Grand Prix has shaken up the championship race. Lando Norris, who was leading the pack, now finds himself in a tighter spot. Max Verstappen, his main rival, is closing in fast. The disqualification came after the FIA found that both Norris and his teammate Oscar Pia...

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Nov 24 2025CRIME

Crypto Heist: How a Simple Trick Led to a $4. 3M Theft

In June 2024, three men pulled off a bold crypto heist in the UK, making away with $4. 3 million in cryptocurrency. They dressed as delivery drivers, knocked on the door of their target, and forced their way in with a gun. The whole operation was over in a matter of minutes. The thieves knew exactly what they were doing. They had been planning the robbery for weeks,...

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Nov 24 2025WEATHER

Turkey Day Travel Trouble: Storms Might Ruin Your Plans

This week, a big storm is expected to hit many parts of the United States. It might make traveling for Thanksgiving a real headache for lots of people. Heavy rain, snow, and strong winds are in the forecast. This could cause big problems for folks trying to get to their loved ones. The storm is expected to start in the southwest, in places like New Mexico and Colora...

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Nov 24 2025HEALTH

Unraveling the Mystery of Neck Muscle Bleeding in a Drowning Case

A 30-year-old man was discovered lifeless in a river, sparking a thorough investigation. The unusual aspect of this case was the discovery of bleeding in the neck muscles, particularly the sternocleidomastoid, during the autopsy. There were no visible signs of external injury or pressure on the neck, which made this finding quite perplexing. Experts delved into the ...

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