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Jan 14 2026ENVIRONMENT

Utah's New Surf Spot: Fun or Water Waste?

A new surf spot is coming to Washington County, Utah. It's called Zion Shores. This place will have man-made waves, just like the ocean. The waves will be perfect every time. No waiting for the right wave. No guessing. Just perfect waves. But there's a problem. Utah is dry. Very dry. Water is preci

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Jan 14 2026POLITICS

Michigan's Jocelyn Benson Faces Serious Discrimination Claims

In Michigan, a serious legal battle is unfolding. Four Black employees have taken their former boss, Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson, and other top officials to court. They accuse the department of racial discrimination and creating a hostile work environment. This isn't just any lawsuit—it's a bi

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Jan 14 2026SCIENCE

Space Station Crew's Early Return: A Medical Mystery

A crew of four astronauts is heading back to Earth sooner than planned. One of them has a medical issue that can't be fixed in space. The crew includes NASA's Zena Cardman and Mike Fincke, Japan's Kimiya Yui, and Russia's Oleg Platonov. They've been busy packing up and cleaning their workspace on th

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Jan 14 2026WEATHER

Staten Island's Chilly Surprise: What's Behind the Sudden Cold Snap?

Staten Island is bracing for a sudden temperature drop, all thanks to a cold front sweeping in from the Great Lakes. Earlier in the week, weather models hinted at a potential coastal storm, but those predictions have faded. Instead, a cold front is taking center stage, bringing snow and a significan

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Jan 14 2026TECHNOLOGY

Micron's Big Move: What It Means for Your Gadgets

Micron is making a significant shift in its business approach. The company has chosen to shut down its Crucial brand, which directly sold memory products to consumers. Instead, Micron will now focus on supplying DRAM modules to large tech companies like Dell and Asus. This change raises questions a

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Jan 14 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Art and Science Merge in Berkeley Couple's Unique Exhibit

A husband-wife duo from Berkeley is blending art and science in a fresh way. Tiffany Shlain and Ken Goldberg, both artists in their own right, have teamed up for a new project. Their work, "Ancient Wisdom for a Future Ecology: Trees, Time and Technology, " is set to hit San Francisco soon. This isn

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Jan 14 2026HEALTH

How Moving More Can Help Fight Heart Disease at Any Age

Obesity is a big problem. It's getting worse and hurting people's hearts. But there's good news. Moving more can help, no matter how old you are. First, let's talk about kids and teens. They spend a lot of time sitting around. Schools and neighborhoods should make it easier for them to run, play, a

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Jan 13 2026POLITICS

Wind Power Wins: Judge Blocks Trump's Attempt to Halt Progress

A federal judge has put a stop to President Trump's recent attempt to block wind energy projects. Judge Royce Lamberth, appointed by Reagan, ruled that work can continue on the Revolution Wind project. This project is set to provide power to Rhode Island and Connecticut and is almost finished. The

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Jan 13 2026ENVIRONMENT

Forever Chemicals: A Hidden Threat to Our Children

PFAS, or "forever chemicals, " are a serious problem for pregnant women and their unborn babies. These chemicals can cause low birth weight, premature births, and even infant deaths. They stick around in our bodies and the environment forever. You can find them in drinking water, fish, soil, and eve

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Jan 13 2026OPINION

Public Lands in Peril: A Year of Chaos and Controversy

The Trump administration's takeover brought swift and severe changes to public lands. The Department of the Interior saw a massive overhaul, with 2, 300 employees let go, leaving key agencies like the National Park Service and Bureau of Land Management (BLM) understaffed. This wasn't just about cutt

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