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Feb 02 2025SCIENCE

Powering Up Maize Seeds for Cold Resistance

Picture this: a high voltage field is applied to seeds in a way similar to a bolt of electricity from a puzzle box like in some movies, but in actuality much gentler. These fields are about strengthening maize seeds, making them more resilient to the elements and originally tested on the ef

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Feb 02 2025SCIENCE

How Are Scientists Solving Drought Issues with Maize?

Drought in sub-Saharan Africa is a huge problem that impacts how maize grows and reduces the harvest. Dealing with drought is complex because many different genes are involved. That's why scientists tried something new. Researchers took 236 different types of corn and tested them in multiple

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Feb 02 2025EDUCATION

Personality Maps: What Makes Estonians Tick?

The small country of Estonia, tucked away in the Baltics, is a unique place. You might expect a small country to be uniform, but Estonia is surprisingly diverse. Estonians aren't all the same; different regions are home to different personality traits. This isn't just about quirks, either. The Big F

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Feb 02 2025ENTERTAINMENT

Owning a 300ZX: The Good and The Bad!

The Nissan 300ZX, a beloved sports car with a legendary status among auto enthusiasts, has had a long run since its second-generation debut in 1990. The 300ZX was like a savior, boosting the reputation of the Z-line cars. Eventhough it was discontinued over 25 years ago, the 300ZX's popularity has n

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Feb 01 2025CRIME

Protect Your Hard Earned Cash, watch for mail thieves

Some thieves have had a new idea to make some quick money. They are stealing written checks from outdoor mailboxes. Then, they alter the checks to get money from your bank account. This crime has taken place at Johnson County, so make sure to look out for this

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Feb 01 2025POLITICS

Pronouns Out of Order? Understand the Government's New Policy

Federal employees are told to erase their pronouns from emails and paper forms. Why? Because the government wants all things gender related to be deleted from all official documents. This change happened quickly. There was an order from the President. Federal workers were told to follow it

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Jan 31 2025ENTERTAINMENT

New Boss: Alloy Entertainment Gets a TV Chief with a Drama Dream Team!

Alloy Entertainment is gearing up for a shift as a high-profile executive, with an impressive history in TV, has joined to oversee its television division. Leslie Morgenstein, Alloy Entertainment's top dog, has a new chum. Maia Hollinger, who had a blast producing hit shows at HBO, has been roped

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Jan 28 2025CELEBRITIES

The Voicemail that Rocked Hollywood: Baldoni and Lively's Legal Saga

Imagine finding out that your private late-night voicemail to a co-star about a movie scene went public. That's exactly what happened to actor Justin Baldoni in April 2023. His argument with Blake Lively wasn't the first time their discussions leaked, and it wasn't pretty. Both actors are now embroi

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Jan 25 2025HEALTH

Elder Abuse in Kamalamai: A Hidden Problem

The world is seeing more people reaching their golden years. This means we need to pay extra attention to issues like elder abuse. The World Health Organization says that one out of every six people over 60 has faced some kind of abuse. This could be physical, mental, neglect, money issues, or even

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Jan 23 2025ENTERTAINMENT

A Sneak Peek at the Whimsical Puppets of 'The Little Mermaid — A Musical Adventure'

Disney Live Entertainment recently gave fans a behind-the-scenes look at the new puppets that will be featured in "The Little Mermaid — A Musical Adventure. " Among the highlights was a stunning life-size pink flamingo, similar to those seen in the beloved "Kiss the Girl" scene. The puppets are set

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