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May 28 2026SCIENCE

Turning plant waste from luffa into better food ingredients with sound waves

Squeezing more value out of every luffa might sound odd, yet that’s exactly what scientists are exploring. Instead of tossing aside the fibrous remains after fruit harvest, they’re converting the seeds into protein and then using pulsed ultrasound—like the high-pitched waves you feel in a dentist’s

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May 28 2026SCIENCE

A giant rock from space changed everything

Sixty-six million years ago, Earth was a very different place. Dinosaurs roamed freely, some soaring through skies and others swimming in vast oceans. But one ordinary day turned into a nightmare when a massive asteroid, about six miles wide, slammed into what is now the Caribbean at incredible spee

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May 28 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Video games in space: When flashy visuals can’t hide weak gameplay

Space horror has always depended on one key idea: making players feel completely out of control. Yet in one recent title, the thrill fades fast because the danger feels scripted rather than surprising. The story begins with a spaceship overrun by a creature that shifts appearance without warning. Th

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May 28 2026ENVIRONMENT

How climate change is making droughts worse and faster

Scientists have noticed something worrying about droughts lately. They’re not just lasting longer—they’re also starting suddenly and getting severe very quickly. This change didn’t happen by accident. Research shows the main causes of these fast-developing droughts have shifted. In the past, lack of

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May 28 2026SPORTS

South Carolina Football Takes Mental Health Seriously in 2026

Shane Beamer, South Carolina's head football coach, has made mental health a priority in his program. He made this change after seeing how players struggled under the stress of name-image-likeness (NIL) deals. These deals, which let college athletes earn money from their popularity, can add pressure

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May 28 2026OPINION

Why Cities Keep Paying for Stadiums That May Not Be Worth It

Sports teams often act like they hold all the cards when cities talk about building new stadiums. If a town hesitates, owners threaten to leave—like the Oakland A’s did when they moved to Las Vegas instead of waiting for Oakland’s deal. Other teams have made the same move, from San Diego to Tampa, a

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May 28 2026TECHNOLOGY

A New Way to Keep Clothes Clean in Space

Space travel has many challenges, and laundry is one of the oddest. Astronauts on the International Space Station (ISS) can’t wash clothes the way we do on Earth. Water behaves differently in microgravity, and loose droplets could damage equipment. Instead, they bring limited clothes, sometimes wear

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May 28 2026OPINION

How science lost its way and found a better path

Science used to pride itself on clean, clear answers built from careful comparisons and strict controls. But one study on memory complaints across different groups shows how messy reality can be when we strip away too much context. Researchers matched participants on nearly every possible variable—a

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May 28 2026TECHNOLOGY

Garmin’s sleek smartwatch drops to a lower price—is it worth it?

Smartwatches aren’t just for athletes anymore. Garmin’s Venu 4 proves that with a polished stainless steel design that looks just as good with a dress shirt as it does with workout gear. The company has built a reputation for tough, no-nonsense fitness trackers, but the Venu line flips the script wi

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May 27 2026SPORTS

Who Was the Best Boys Lacrosse Player in Section V?

Section V has always been a hotbed for lacrosse talent, and now people are voting on who deserves the title of greatest ever. The discussion started with a review of All‑American honors, local all‑state picks, and the big moments that defined each player’s career. Experts and coaches were aske

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