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Dec 29 2025ENVIRONMENT

Can Ocean Alkalinity Enhancement Really Save Marine Life?

Ocean Alkalinity Enhancement (OAE) is a method that aims to reduce the effects of ocean acidification and help marine life. It's been suggested that OAE could potentially help marine creatures that make shells or skeletons out of calcium carbonate, known as marine calcifiers. However, recent studies

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Dec 29 2025ENVIRONMENT

Fluoride in River Water: What's Happening in Argentina's Mountains?

In Argentina's Sierras de Ambato, rivers flowing through granite mountains carry high levels of fluoride. This fluoride comes from the breakdown of minerals in the rocks and sediments. The main culprits are micas, which are minerals rich in fluoride. When these micas weather, they release fluoride i

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Dec 28 2025TECHNOLOGY

New York's Subway Says Goodbye to the MetroCard

New York's subway system is saying farewell to the MetroCard after over 30 years of service. This change is part of a shift to a more modern payment system called OMNY. OMNY allows riders to pay for their trips by tapping their credit cards, phones, or other smart devices, similar to how people pay

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Dec 28 2025ENVIRONMENT

How a Twitter Fight Grew Texas Parks

Texas is famous for loving private property and hating government spending. So, why has the state been buying up land left and right to grow its parks? It all started with a simple argument on social media. A few years back, Doug Deason, a big-time Republican donor, posted about wind turbines hurti

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Dec 28 2025POLITICS

Nancy Pelosi's Vision for the Future and Her Reflections on a Historic Career

Nancy Pelosi, a prominent figure in U. S. politics, is optimistic about the Democrats' chances in the 2026 midterms. She believes that Hakeem Jeffries, the current Minority Leader, is well-prepared to lead the House of Representatives if Democrats regain control. Pelosi's confidence in Jeffries stem

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Dec 28 2025FINANCE

Big Changes Coming to Social Security in 2026: What You Need to Know

Social Security is always a hot topic for retirees. It's their main source of income, so they're always on the lookout for updates. In 2025, retirees had to wait a bit longer than usual to find out about the 2026 cost-of-living adjustment (COLA). The government shutdown delayed the release of a key

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Dec 28 2025ENTERTAINMENT

Art and Ideas: A Journey Through São Paulo's Bienal

The São Paulo Bienal is not just an art show. It's a big, bold idea. This year, it's all about making the world better. The chief curator, Bonaventure Soh Bejeng Ndikung, wants to go beyond just talking about diversity and inclusion. He wants to show the beauty of our world. And he's doing it with o

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Dec 28 2025SPORTS

UFC's Shift: Is it Still About the Fights?

The UFC is changing. It's not just about the best fighters anymore. It's about who can draw a crowd. This is clear from recent decisions. First, there's Rinat Fakhretdinov. He won all his fights in the UFC. But his contract wasn't renewed. This is strange. It shows the UFC might care more about ent

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Dec 28 2025CRYPTO

Crypto's Growing Pains: From Memecoins to Real-World Use

The year 2025 didn't turn out as many in the crypto world had hoped. People were too optimistic about how a certain U. S. president would help the industry. Instead, Bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies struggled, and many memecoins lost value. One industry leader thinks this is a wake-up call for cry

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Dec 28 2025BUSINESS

When Your Business Hits a Wall: Time to Break Old Habits

Businesses often hit a snag when the boss is too involved. This isn't a sign of failure. It's just that the habits that helped the business grow can later slow it down. The good news? This can be fixed. The catch? The boss has to make the first move. First, find the problem spots. Ask, "What stops

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