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Feb 01 2025SCIENCE

Desert Worlds: The Science Behind Sci-Fi Drought

The universe is full of planets. Many of us are drawn to the sand and dust of desert worlds. "Star Wars" and the "Dune" series are famous for their desert planets. Tatooine and Arrakis are memorable. Is it possible to have dry and dusty planets with life such as creatures like womp rats, sandworms o

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Feb 01 2025SCIENCE

Let's Talk About the Big Effects of Biobanking from the ISBER Conference

If you are wondering what are biobanks? Biological samples and data from all around-the world are collected and stored in biobanks. Researchers can unlock the secrets of human health and disease. Researchers and experts from all over the globe gathered in 2025 at an event hosted by the In

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Jan 31 2025ENTERTAINMENT

Corporate Cults: Severance Season 2

The second season of Severance has really started to dive into areas around the corporate world. It's like peeling the onion layer-by-layer. The characters can't remember their work lives when they're at home and vice versa. It's like they have a secret, split life. So the show is really a blast of

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Jan 31 2025ENTERTAINMENT

From Droids to Dice: Navigating Community and Challenges in Space

In the grand expanse of a world where almost everything can be recoded and recreated, there's a pressing question about community and merges of technology exist. In a story created to solve the mystery of who is in charge. This sequel takes place in the cold expanse of space, where a long-lived And

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Jan 30 2025HEALTH

Black Plastic Kitchen Tools: The Controversy Unfolds

Scientists have recently discovered that black plastic utensils have been a hot topic for discussion. People were advised to avoid these common kitchen items after a study revealed high amounts of harmful chemicals. The study looked into 203 household products made from black plastic. Of these, 85%

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Jan 28 2025POLITICS

Funding Science: The Road to Mars and a Booming Economy

Did you know that the plan to plant an American flag on Mars might lead to a brighter future for us all? President Trump hinted at this when he talked about sending astronauts to the red planet within the next decade. But before that can happen, NASA needs to solve some big problems, like how to kee

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Jan 28 2025SCIENCE

New Ways to Fund Scientific Curiosity

Curiosity-driven research is the wellspring of scientific breakthroughs and technological advancements. Over time, different ways of funding this type of research have emerged, shaping how money is allocated today. However, many scientists are unhappy with the current funding systems. They point out

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Jan 24 2025POLITICS

Moving Homeless Residents: Safety Concerns at Elgin School

This week, some parents at Elgin Math and Science Academy (EMSA) raised serious concerns about safety after the city moved homeless residents to a hotel right across the street from the school. The city decided to relocate around 40 people from a long-standing homeless camp along the Fox River to th

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Jan 23 2025HEALTH

Why Do Foundations Favor Local Science Research?

Ever wondered where the billions in charity money for science research go? A study by data scientists found that a huge chunk of this money, about $30 billion annually, is directed to local institutions. This is like giving candies to the kid next door while the global playground needs a makeover. T

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Jan 23 2025SCIENCE

Underwear in the Soil: A Unique Way to Test Farmland Health

Imagine burying your underwear in the garden to check if the soil is healthy. That's exactly what one bright student from Banning Unified School District did! Caleb Clay, a fifth-grader from Starlight Elementary School, came up with a fun and effective way to test soil health by using underwear. His

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