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Feb 24 2026POLITICS

Scientists Head to Australia for Better Funding

American researchers are moving overseas because money for science in the U. S. is shrinking. The last year’s cuts hit projects on inequality, gender and climate change hard. Universities stopped hiring new staff, cut graduate spots and reduced PhD places. Other countries see this as a chance

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Feb 15 2026BUSINESS

Domestic Mining Push: A New Path for Critical Minerals

American companies that build batteries, cars and tech gadgets depend on graphite. China supplies most of it, making the U. S. vulnerable to supply cuts or price hikes. A new law encourages domestic mining projects like Graphite One’s Alaska deposit, the biggest graphite site in America. The bill as

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Feb 15 2026SPORTS

A Close Shave and a Senior Send-Off: Staten Island's Hoops Highlights

Staten Island Academy's boys' basketball team faced a tough loss in the ACIS Championship, falling to Dwight School by just three points. The Tigers, who entered the tournament as the second seed, put up a good fight, especially after being down by 14 points in the second half. They managed to take

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Jan 27 2026BUSINESS

American Airlines: A Bumpy Ride Ahead?

American Airlines has just shared its 2025 financial results, and it's not a pretty picture. The company made only $111 million in profit, which is a huge drop of 87% compared to the previous year. To put it into perspective, Delta and United, the other two major U. S. airlines, made $5 billion and

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Jan 26 2026WEATHER

Staten Island Braces for Flooding After Snowfall

Staten Island and parts of Queens are on high alert due to a coastal flood advisory. This warning comes after a recent snowfall, with the worst expected early Monday morning. The concern is minor flooding, with water levels possibly rising up to six inches above normal. Residents are being told to

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Jan 26 2026POLITICS

Staten Island's Electoral Boundaries: A Fight for Power or Fairness?

Staten Island has long been a challenging area for Democrats. Over the past 40 years, only two Democrats have secured the congressional seat, and their victories were short-lived. Now, Democrats are advocating for a change in district boundaries, arguing that it's about fairness. A judge recently r

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Jan 23 2026ENTERTAINMENT

American Idol's Bold New Moves for Season 9

American Idol is shaking things up for its upcoming season. The show is trying new ways to get fans involved, like voting through social media. This is a big deal because it's the first time a major show has tried this. The goal is to make voting easier and reach younger audiences. The show is also

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Jan 18 2026POLITICS

What Do Americans Really Think About ICE and Deportation?

Americans are starting to question how ICE handles deportations. Many now believe the agency is too harsh. They also think the program targets more people than just criminals. This shift in opinion comes after recent events in Minneapolis. Republicans, however, still strongly support ICE. They feel

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Jan 18 2026CRIME

Staten Island's Crime Drop: What's Behind the Numbers?

Staten Island saw a big drop in crime in 2025, but not all areas improved. The overall crime rate fell by 0. 7%, but some crimes went up. For example, grand larceny and retail theft saw small increases. However, violent crimes like murder and shootings dropped a lot. Murders went down by 63%, and sh

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Jan 16 2026ENVIRONMENT

Offshore Wind Farms: Mapping the Seafloor for a Greener Future

Offshore wind farms are a big deal in the fight against climate change. They offer a clean way to generate electricity, reducing the need for fossil fuels. Brazil, with its vast coastline, has a lot of potential in this area. But setting up these wind farms isn't easy. The seafloor is a complex plac

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