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Jan 04 2026TECHNOLOGY

Robots Are Coming to Your Home Soon

Robots that look and act like humans are becoming a reality. They can do chores, work in factories, and even chat with you. Companies like Tesla, Agility Robotics, and 1X Technologies are leading the way. These robots can fold clothes, answer doors, and make coffee. They can also do dangerous and bo

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Jan 03 2026HEALTH

Vaccines: More Than Just Disease Fighters for Seniors

Vaccines are like superheroes for older adults. They don't just shield them from serious illnesses like shingles, RSV, and flu. They also come with some surprising extra benefits. Let's take a closer look. First up, the shingles vaccine. It's a big deal because it cuts the risk of getting shingles

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Jan 03 2026HEALTH

Flu Season Hits Hard: What You Need to Know

Flu cases are climbing fast in the Mahoning and Shenango Valleys. This comes after a sad event: a teenager from Greene County in Ohio became the first child to die from the flu this season. Health officials are reminding everyone that the flu is serious and can be deadly. They say it's not too late

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Jan 03 2026TECHNOLOGY

A New Eye in the Sky: Italy's Latest Earth-Watcher Takes Flight

SpaceX kicked off the year 2026 with a bang, sending an Italian satellite into space. The launch happened on January 2nd from California. A Falcon 9 rocket did the job, lifting off at 9:09 p. m. EST. The rocket's first part came back to Earth safely, sticking the landing about 8. 5 minutes after tak

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Jan 03 2026SPORTS

San Luis Valley Wrestlers Shine in Latest Rankings

Wrestling fans in the San Luis Valley have plenty to celebrate. The latest rankings are out, and several local teams and wrestlers are making their mark. In Class 3A, Alamosa is still the top dog. The Mean Moose have a strong lineup with 10 wrestlers making the cut. Leading the pack are Jeremiah De

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Jan 03 2026SCIENCE

Boosting Wolfberry Health with Fungal Friends

Wolfberry, also known as goji berry, is a superstar in the plant world. It's packed with nutrients and has amazing medicinal benefits. But there's a big problem: root rot disease. This nasty issue can really mess up the plant's growth and quality. Scientists have found a cool solution to this proble

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Jan 03 2026CRIME

Bug Detectives: How Insects Help Solve Crimes

Insects might seem small, but they play a big role in solving crimes. They can tell us a lot about what happened after someone has died. This is called forensic entomology. It's not always perfect, though. Things like weather, drugs, and even the way scientists work can change what the bugs tell us.

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Jan 03 2026HEALTH

New York Faces Severe Flu Season with Rising Hospitalizations

New York is dealing with a tough flu season, with a lot of people getting very sick. In just one week, over 4, 500 people were hospitalized with the flu. That's a big jump from the week before, where around 3, 600 people were hospitalized. This is the highest number of flu hospitalizations in a sing

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Jan 03 2026POLITICS

Indonesia's Legal Leap: A Mixed Bag of Progress and Concern

Indonesia has finally bid farewell to its old Dutch colonial criminal code. This change is a big deal because the country has been using this outdated law for over 80 years. The new penal code, known as the KUHP, is a massive 345-page document that aims to reflect modern Indonesian values and cultur

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Jan 03 2026SCIENCE

Mount Hamilton's Weather Worries: Protecting a Piece of Astronomy History

Up on Mount Hamilton, a historic telescope is in trouble. A fierce storm on Christmas morning tore open the dome housing the Great Refractor telescope. This telescope, built way back in the 1880s, is a big deal in astronomy. It's still a star attraction, drawing crowds to peek through its lens. But

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