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Feb 17 2025WEATHER

Frozen Fury: Polar Vortex and Floods Wreak Havoc Across the U. S.

The U. S. was hit hard by a deadly weekend of flooding and storms. Kentucky was particularly affected, with nine people losing their lives due to heavy rains and flooding. The governor of Kentucky, Andy Beshear, announced the grim news, emphasizing the dangers of driving in high water. The flooding

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Feb 17 2025WEATHER

North Carolina's Winter Storm: What You Need to Know

North Carolina is bracing for a winter storm set to hit on Wednesday. The storm is currently over the Western U. S. , with its energy centered over Washington state. This location is important because weather balloons will soon gather data from the storm, which will help refine the forecast. The st

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Feb 17 2025ENVIRONMENT

Keeping Cool: How Batteries Stay Charged and Lightweight

In today's world, making transportation greener is a big deal. Governments are pushing for cleaner technologies to cut down on pollution and climate change. But even electric vehicles aren't perfect. They still need to tackle issues like limited range and long charging times. One way to make electri

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Feb 17 2025HEALTH

Weather, Pollution, and a Deadly Disease

Let's dive into something that might sound a bit scary but is super important to understand. We're talking about a disease called hemorrhagic fever with renal syndrome, or HFRS for short. It's a nasty bug that can mess with your kidneys and cause some serious bleeding issues. Now, you might be wond

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Feb 17 2025POLITICS

JFK Files: 14, 000 Pages Unveiled, Conspiracies Intensify

When Donald Trump returned to the White House, he made a big move. He ordered the release of all files related to the deaths of John F. Kennedy, Robert F. Kennedy, and Martin Luther King Jr. This decision was a big deal, especially for those who have been speculating about the assassinations for dec

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Feb 17 2025WEATHER

Brace Yourselves: Arctic Chill is Coming

The Chippewa Valley is in for a cold snap. February has been more winter-like than January. Snow will stop falling today, but the cold air is coming back. Arctic high pressure from Canada will take over for the upcoming week. The day will start with clouds, but they will clear up. Temperatures

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Feb 17 2025SCIENCE

Lighting Up the Cleanup: Bacteria's Hidden Talent

Photosynthetic bacteria (PSB) are known for their ability to clean up aquaculture waters by breaking down harmful substances like ammonia and nitrite. But here's a surprising twist: these bacteria can also tackle a much tougher challenge. They can degrade stubborn pharmaceutical residues, such as ci

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Feb 16 2025SPORTS

Speed, Spills, and Stars: Daytona 500 Showdown

The Daytona 500 is set to roar to life with a packed crowd and millions watching from home. Forty-one drivers are ready to battle it out on the 2. 5-mile Daytona International Speedway in Florida. This isn’t your average race. Expect thrilling maneuvers like bump-drafting, slingshot passing, and mas

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Feb 16 2025WEATHER

Weather Chaos Hits the U. S. : From Floods to Snowstorms

The eastern part of the U. S. is gearing up for a fresh round of intense, wet weather. This includes heavy rain and strong winds that could bring tornadoes to the Mississippi Valley. Kentucky, Tennessee, West Virginia, and Arkansas are under flood alerts. The National Weather Service is urging peopl

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Feb 16 2025SCIENCE

Harnessing Sunlight for Better Energy Conversion

Imagine tapping into the power of the sun to boost energy from saltwater. Scientists have found a clever way to do this using special materials. They created a unique membrane using g-C3N4 and MXene. This membrane is like a superhighway for ions, making it easier for them to move around. Th

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