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Jan 24 2025TECHNOLOGY

A New Batch of Starlink Satellites Heads to Space

SpaceX has just sent another group of 23 Starlink internet satellites into orbit using a Falcon 9 rocket. The launch happened on January 24, 2025, from Vandenberg Space Force Base in California. The rocket took off at 9:07 a. m. EST, with the first stage booster returning to Earth roughly eight minu

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Jan 24 2025SCIENCE

Iron in Graphene: Mysterious Transformations Unveiled

Scientists have been buzzing about sticking metal chlorides, especially iron chlorides, into graphite structures. Why? It shields these 2D magnetic systems from the outside world and changes their magnetic, electronic, and optical properties. But hold on, intercalation can cause or reveal defects. T

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Jan 24 2025EDUCATION

Snow Days in South Carolina: How Schools Handle Extreme Weather

South Carolina schools have been relying on e-learning days to keep students engaged during winter storms. But did you know these days are limited? Every school year, districts can only use five e-learning days. This week’s snowstorm means some schools are running out of options to make up for misse

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Jan 24 2025SPORTS

Weather's Impact on the PGA Tour: When Mother Nature Steps In

The PGA Tour has seen its fair share of weather disruptions over the years. From delayed rounds to postponed tournaments, extreme weather conditions have often forced players and fans to adapt. Let's take a look at five notable times when weather played a significant role in the tour. One such inst

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Jan 24 2025BUSINESS

Helping Local Businesses Bounce Back: A Look at Baton Rouge

Small and big businesses in Baton Rouge have been closed due to the recent snow and ice, but now that the weather is getting better, they're getting back to work. Mia Monet from 2une In visited SoLou, a local restaurant, to chat about how businesses are recovering and getting ready for Winter Restau

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Jan 24 2025SCIENCE

Earth's Temporary Companion: A Piece of Our Moon?

Last year, a space rock named 2024 PT5 briefly became Earth's "mini-moon. " While it was close, scientists rushed to study it. A recent study suggests that 2024 PT5 might be a piece of our real moon. It could have been thrown into space by an impact on the lunar surface within the last tens of thous

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Jan 24 2025BUSINESS

Boeing's Space Woes: More Losses Expected for Starliner Program

Well, it seems like Boeing is still facing a bumpy ride with its Starliner commercial crew program. In a recent press release, the company admitted it's bracing for some more financial hits. They're expecting to take a $400 million beating, along with some other programs like the VC-25B presidential

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Jan 24 2025SPORTS

Snowed In: Bucks' Struggle to Reach Heat Game Highlights Weather Woes

The Milwaukee Bucks, featuring star player Giannis Antetokounmpo, arrived in New Orleans a day early for their game against the Pelicans. Sadly, New Orleans faced a historic snowfall on Tuesday, dumping up to 10 inches of snow and causing travel chaos. Flights were grounded, leaving the Bucks strand

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Jan 24 2025WEATHER

Disney's Blizzard Beach Water Park Keeps Guests Waiting Due to Chilly Weather

Feeling a bit chilly? So is Disney's Blizzard Beach water park! They've decided to keep the gates closed for a couple more days as Central Florida continues to experience some unusually cold temperatures. Initially slated to reopen on January 22, the park will now remain closed until Friday, January

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Jan 24 2025HEALTH

Saluting Pioneers: How Six Leaders Shaped Pediatric Heart Surgery

Being a leader in pediatric and congenital heart surgery isn't just about being great with scalpels. It's also about making groundbreaking discoveries and teaching others to do the same. Six former presidents of the World Society for Pediatric and Congenital Heart Surgery (WSPCHS) have done exactly

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