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May 25 2026ENVIRONMENT

Bears and Tourists: How Yellowstone Handles Close Encounters

Every summer, Yellowstone and Grand Teton parks teem with visitors—around 4. 76 million in 2025 alone—while an estimated 1, 055 grizzlies roam freely. These bears, weighing up to 600 pounds and capable of sprinting 35 mph, are the largest land predators in the Lower 48. Yet despite their size, confl

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May 25 2026ENVIRONMENT

Extra eyes on a risky chemical tank in California

Fire crews in Orange County got lucky over the weekend when they spotted what looks like a narrow split in the side of a big storage tank holding 7, 000 gallons of methyl methacrylate. That flammable goop is used to make the clear plastic windows you see in airplane canopies and TV screens. The spli

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May 24 2026ENVIRONMENT

How food and festivals keep indigenous communities in central India connected to nature

The people living in the forests of central India have a lifestyle deeply tied to the land. Their daily routines and special celebrations aren’t just about tradition—they’re about survival, respect, and passing down knowledge. For these groups, food isn’t just something you eat; it’s a way to honor

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May 24 2026ENVIRONMENT

A New Spot to See a Rare Flower and Walk Among Rocks

A hidden gem in Franklin County just opened its doors to the public. Bald Knob Natural Area Preserve now welcomes visitors to explore a one-of-a-kind landscape filled with exposed rocks and a special flower found nowhere else in the world. The rocky terrain isn’t just for looks—it’s a rare habitat t

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May 24 2026SCIENCE

Breakthroughs and Doubts: Science Week Wrap-Up

A week in science brought a mix of bold claims and careful rethinking. A company working on reviving extinct species announced it successfully hatched chicken chicks using lab-made eggshells, a small step toward their bigger goals. Meanwhile, scientists launched a space mission to study Earth’s magn

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May 24 2026TECHNOLOGY

Understanding How Brain Waves Travel Through the Body

The brain sends out tiny electrical signals that travel through different body parts before reaching the skin’s surface. These signals don’t move in a straight line—they get mixed up, slowed down, or even hidden by muscles, fat, and other tissues. That’s why tools like EEG headsets or EMG armbands d

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May 24 2026SPORTS

Baseball drama: Runner's bold move sparks dugout chaos

The fourth inning of Saturday's game between Boston and Minnesota turned into a mix of strategy and raw emotion. With the Red Sox trailing 2-0, they finally broke through the Twins' pitching. A single and an infield hit put runners on the corners with one out. Then came a line drive that scored the

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May 24 2026SPORTS

A new kind of sports show is coming to town

A fresh sports competition lands in Las Vegas this weekend, but it’s not like anything seen before. Instead of long matches in giant stadiums, this event is built for instant clips and online viewers. The first Enhanced Games will pack track races, swimming, and weightlifting all under one roof. Aro

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May 24 2026SPORTS

Young Gamers Show Their Skills in a Big Esports Showdown

This weekend, Busan Esports Arena hosted a first-of-its-kind event where video games took center stage in a national competition. For the first time, esports was included in the National Youth Sports Festival, giving students a chance to compete in both team and solo matches of FC Online. Over 40 pl

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May 24 2026CRIME

Old school building catches fire in Vallejo

Around 1:30 in the morning, a fire broke out at a long-empty Vallejo school building. About 40 firefighters rushed to the scene near Fifth Street. By 7:30 a. m. , the fire had grown so much that officials called for extra help, making it a three-alarm response. Luckily, no one got hurt, and crews ha

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