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Apr 01 2026ENVIRONMENT

March in Texas hits a century-old heat record

This March didn’t just break records in Dallas-Fort Worth—it smashed them. The average temperature reached 67. 4°F by the end of the month, beating the old 1907 record by less than a degree. Daytime highs were even more extreme, sitting a full degree above normal, while nighttime lows crept up by fo

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Apr 01 2026ENVIRONMENT

Virginia’s Waterfront Gets a Smart Upgrade

Most people in Virginia don’t realize how much their daily lives rely on the water right outside their doors. Over half the state’s population lives near rivers, bays, or the ocean, meaning tides, fishing spots, and flood risks shape their routines more than they might think. Soon, a new set of tool

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Mar 31 2026POLITICS

Ukraine’s Global Push: Turning War Lessons into Diplomatic Wins

Zelenskiy wrapped up a Middle East trip with a bold claim—his country just scored major security deals in Saudi Arabia, the UAE, and Qatar. Not bad for a president whose country has been fighting off Iranian drones for years. The message was clear: Ukraine isn’t just surviving a war; it’s selling it

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Mar 31 2026ENVIRONMENT

Coal Plants Get a Free Pass on Pollution, Groups Fight Back in Court

A group of health and environmental organizations isn't backing down after a recent decision to weaken rules on toxic air pollution from coal power plants. They’ve taken legal action, arguing that the changes expose kids and other at-risk groups to serious harm. The lawsuit targets a federal agency’

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Mar 30 2026BUSINESS

Ukraine Turns Drone Skill into Global Business Pitch

Ukraine has turned the fight against drone attacks into a chance to sell its expertise abroad. President Volodymyr Zelenskiy has travelled through the Gulf region, meeting leaders in Saudi Arabia, Qatar and the United Arab Emirates. He says Ukraine offers a full package of skills, strategy and syste

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Mar 30 2026TECHNOLOGY

Crypto Money Helps Buy Cheap Drones for Russia and Iran

When people want to buy a cheap drone online, it is hard for governments to know who bought it and why. The new study shows that groups connected to Russia and Iran are using digital money, or crypto, to pay for these drones. Crypto is recorded on a public ledger called the blockchain. By looking a

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Mar 30 2026TECHNOLOGY

'Drone Swarms: A New Kind of Battlefield Battle'

'A new chapter in war has opened, where tiny unmanned machines fly in packs like bees. In the clash between Russia and Ukraine, these drones now cause most of the injuries on both sides. The front line stretches far, and anyone caught in it risks being targeted by these flying robots. Experts say t

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Mar 30 2026TECHNOLOGY

Ukraine’s Drone Tech: A New Export Game

Ukraine has turned its war‑driven drone skills into a potential global export boom. The fighting against Russia pushed the country to master intercepting enemy drones, and now it is looking beyond its borders for new markets. President Volodymyr Zelenskiy spent a weekend traveling through the Gulf,

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Mar 29 2026WEATHER

Sunny Days Ahead: New Jersey to Heat Up Then Cool Down

New Jersey’s weather is set for a dramatic change. Starting Sunday, the temperature will rise from the upper 40s and 50s under bright skies. The air will feel less breezy than Saturday, making the day feel warmer. By Monday, clouds begin to creep in and a warm front is on its way. The day will be

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Mar 28 2026SCIENCE

Space Station Sickness: A Mystery Unfolds

A 59‑year‑old former Air Force officer, who has flown to space four times, told a news agency that he suddenly became ill while eating dinner on the International Space Station. The incident happened just days before a planned spacewalk, and his crew reacted immediately, calling for ground‑based med

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