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May 31 2026ENVIRONMENT

Everest today: How crowds and shortcuts replaced the mountain's deadly challenges

Thirty years ago, a sudden storm trapped climbers on Everest, turning the world’s highest peak into a frozen battleground. Eight died that night, making headlines and inspiring books and movies. Back then, climbing Everest was rare—only 270 successful summits in 36 years after the first in 1953. No

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May 27 2026SCIENCE

The Hidden Cost of Cutting Science Funds

Funding shortages are quietly harming medical progress. Clinical trials once offered lifelines to patients with advanced cancer, turning fatal diagnoses into manageable conditions. New treatments like gene-editing saved babies with rare metabolic disorders. Meanwhile, pancreatic cancer patients now

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May 24 2026BUSINESS

A Small Business Grows Through Generations and Community

Thirty years in the same spot means more than just a long time in business—it means roots. In Eau Claire, a shop on East Madison Street has stood through three decades of neighborhood changes by staying small and staying local. The store started with one family, then shifted to another owner twenty-

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Apr 14 2026OPINION

Revisiting a law and rethinking how Native housing gets built

Thirty years ago, a law changed how Native communities handle their own housing needs. Instead of waiting for distant agencies to decide what to build, tribes gained control over planning, budgets, and priorities. That shift led to more homes, quicker repairs, and local jobs. But progress didn’t sol

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Jan 24 2026EDUCATION

A Look Back at 30 Years of Innovation in Materials Science

Thirty years ago, something big happened in the world of science. The School of Materials Science and Engineering at South China University of Technology opened its doors. This was a big deal because it meant more people could study how things are made and how to make them better. Over the years, t

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Jan 16 2026HEALTH

Drug Companies Raise Prices Despite Deals

Sixteen big drug companies made deals with the Trump administration to lower drug prices. But in January, all of them raised prices on some of their drugs. These deals were supposed to help Americans pay less for medicine and make other rich countries pay more. But according to a new report, these c

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Nov 22 2025ENTERTAINMENT

The Forgotten Robot Brawl: A Mix of Good and Bad Ideas

Thirty-five years ago, a movie called Robot Jox hit the screens. It was not a big hit, but it was not completely bad either. The story is set in a future where wars are illegal, and instead, giant robots fight to settle disputes. This might sound exciting, but the movie did not deliver on its promis

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Nov 15 2025EDUCATION

How Money Can Change the Game in Research Funding

Funding research is not just about giving money. It's about shaping how knowledge is created and shared. This is a big deal because who gets funded can decide what kind of research gets done. It's like being the referee in a game. The rules you set can change how the game is played. So, how can fun

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Nov 04 2025SPORTS

The Unforgettable Day Derrick Thomas Dominated the NFL

Thirty-five years ago, a football game changed the way people saw defensive play. Derrick Thomas, a linebacker for the Kansas City Chiefs, did something incredible. He set a record that still stands today. He sacked the quarterback seven times in a single game. His teammate, Neil Smith, remembers th

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Apr 21 2025POLITICS

A Day of Remembrance and Reflection in Oklahoma City

Thirty years have passed since the Oklahoma City bombing, the worst domestic attack in U. S. history. On a recent Saturday, former President Bill Clinton returned to the city to honor the victims and support those still affected. Clinton was in office when the tragedy struck on April 19, 1995. A tru

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