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Dec 26 2025EDUCATION

Debate Class or Indoctrination?

A student at Weber State University shared a recording that sparked a heated debate. The recording captured a debate coach, Ryan Wash, making some controversial statements. He claimed that science and space are just "White Fantasies. " He even suggested that space isn't real and that all white peopl

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Dec 26 2025ENVIRONMENT

A Fresh Start for Adirondack's Loon Conservation

The Adirondack Center for Loon Conservation has a new leader in science and conservation. Lizz Schuyler, a local expert, is taking the reins. She's no stranger to the Adirondacks, having grown up in the Pottersville/Schroon Lake area. Her journey in wildlife science started close to home and took he

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Dec 26 2025HEALTH

Mosquitoes and Us: A Rural Indian Village's Fight Against Deadly Diseases

In the heart of rural Uttar Pradesh, India, mosquitoes are more than just a nuisance. They bring serious diseases like malaria, dengue, chikungunya, and filariasis. These illnesses are a big problem in this region. Even though there are national programs to fight them, not everyone in the community

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Dec 26 2025ENVIRONMENT

Bears Before Bikes: Protecting McNeil River's Wild Heart

Alaska's McNeil River State Game Sanctuary is a special place. It's home to a huge number of brown bears. These bears are the main attraction. The sanctuary has been open to visitors for a long time. People usually arrive by floatplane. But now, there's a plan to allow wheel planes to land there too

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Dec 26 2025POLITICS

Trump's Pardons: A Break from Tradition

President Trump's use of the pardon power in the past year has sparked significant debate. Unlike previous presidents, Trump has bypassed the traditional process, raising concerns about the fairness and integrity of the system. Trump has pardoned several individuals, many of whom are his supporters

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Dec 26 2025WEATHER

Michigan's Weekend Weather: Rain, Ice, and a Mix of Everything

Michigan is in for a wild weather ride this weekend. It all starts with a frosty Friday morning, with over 25, 000 homes and businesses left in the dark due to icy conditions. But don't worry, things are expected to warm up a bit as the day goes on. Rain is the main event for most of the state, wit

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Dec 26 2025WEATHER

Winter Storm Alert: What to Expect in New Jersey

A big winter storm is heading to New Jersey. It will start this afternoon and bring snow, ice, and sleet. This storm will make driving very dangerous, especially during the evening rush hour on Friday. The snow is expected to begin between 1 p. m. and 3 p. m. in the northern parts of the state. The

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Dec 26 2025CRIME

A Grandfather's Tragic Christmas Eve

In San Diego, a family is mourning the loss of their loved one after a terrible accident. Roberto Luis, a 61-year-old grandfather, lost his life on Christmas Eve when a large tree branch fell on him. The incident happened near his home as severe weather swept through the area. The branch first stru

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Dec 26 2025WEATHER

Southern California's Wet Weekend: What's Next?

Southern California is experiencing a wet spell, but the sun is on its way. Rain is expected to stick around until early Saturday. After that, the forecast looks bright and sunny. The recent storm brought chaos. Roads turned into rivers. Trees fell. Roofs flew off. It was a dramatic scene, especial

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Dec 26 2025WEATHER

California's Wet Christmas: What's Next?

Southern California is still dealing with the aftermath of heavy rain. The storm, which started on Christmas Eve, brought a lot of water from the Pacific. It caused flooding, road damage, and evacuations. The good news is that the worst is almost over. The weather service says the weekend will be dr

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