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Dec 26 2025ENVIRONMENT

Aviation's Green Fuel Challenge: LanzaJet's Bumpy Ride

LanzaJet, a company based in Illinois, is on a mission to make air travel cleaner. They're building a special plant in Georgia called Freedom Pines Fuels. This plant is designed to make jet fuel that's better for the environment. It's not made from oil like regular jet fuel. Instead, it's made from

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Dec 26 2025POLITICS

Myanmar's Election Plan Amid Ongoing Conflict

Myanmar is planning to hold its third round of elections on January 25. This comes after the first two rounds, which are scheduled for December 28 and January 11. These elections will cover a total of 202 townships out of 330. The third phase will focus on 63 townships, as announced by the ruling ju

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Dec 26 2025EDUCATION

Discovery Center's Free Fun and Learning Opportunities

The Don Harrington Discovery Center is kicking off 2026 with a bang, offering free admission on the first Monday of every month. This initiative, called “Free First Monday, ” runs from 4:30 to 7 p. m. , making it easier for families to explore science together without breaking the bank. But that's

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Dec 26 2025SCIENCE

Crystal Chemistry: How Doping Can Boost Energy Efficiency

In the world of materials science, perovskite oxides are like the superheroes of energy conversion. They have a special power: they can conduct both ions and electrons. This makes them perfect for solid oxide fuel cell (SOFC) cathodes. But there's a catch. Most of these materials have a crystal stru

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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 2025EDUCATION

AI in Medical Training: What's the Real Deal?

Generative AI, like ChatGPT, is making waves in medical education. But most studies just scratch the surface. They talk about how well AI performs or the risks it poses, like giving wrong info. However, these issues aren't just random problems. They're part of bigger conflicts that pop up when new t

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Dec 26 2025ENVIRONMENT

Growing Smart: How Charleston Can Balance Development and Environment

Charleston, Berkeley, and Dorchester counties are booming. New families and businesses are moving in, drawn by jobs and the Lowcountry's beauty. But growth brings challenges, especially protecting the area's water and marshes. Some people blame septic systems for water quality problems. They say th

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Dec 26 2025ENVIRONMENT

Britain's Growing Deer Dilemma

The number of deer in Britain has skyrocketed in recent decades. Estimates suggest there are now around two million deer, a significant jump from the 450, 000 counted in the 1970s. This surge has led to various issues affecting drivers, farmers, and the environment. Deer are causing serious problem

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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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