Elections are a big deal, and campaigns use lots of banners and posters to get their message out. But what happens to all that stuff after the votes are cast? It turns out, these campaign materials might be a sneaky source of microplastic pollution. Scientists gathered some campaign banners and a p
Evanston-Skokie District 65 recently got some mixed news with the release of the 2025 Illinois Report Card. Two schools, Kingsley Elementary and Dr. Bessie Rhodes School of Global Studies, saw their ratings drop from "commendable" to "targeted. " This shift is notable because it reflects changes in
The health world is changing fast. Tech is playing a big role in this change. One big player is Artificial Intelligence (AI). It's not just a buzzword. AI can make health systems work better. Think about your phone. It's not just for calls and texts. It can track your steps, heart rate, and more. T
XRISM is a big deal in space science. It's a mission that will help us understand the universe better. This mission has a team of experts. They want to share what XRISM can do. It's not just about one thing. XRISM will look at many topics in space. The team talks about what XRISM can find. They say
The skies are getting rougher for air travelers. The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has been cutting flights at major airports due to staff shortages. This is because many air traffic controllers have been missing work. They are stressed and some have to take on second jobs. The FAA has order
Apple has launched a new accessory that's raising eyebrows and sparking debates. It's not a new phone or a groundbreaking gadget, but a sock for your iPhone. Yes, you read that right. The iPhone Pocket, designed in collaboration with Japanese fashion designer Issey Miyake, is a knitted case that you
A father and his daughter lost their lives in a plane crash while delivering aid to Jamaica. Alexander Wurm, a 53-year-old church leader, and his 22-year-old daughter, Serena, were on a mission to help those affected by Hurricane Melissa. Their plane, a Beechcraft King Air, crashed shortly after tak
The latest installment in the "Now You See Me" series, "Now You See Me: Now You Don't, " brings a new twist to the magic-heist genre. This time, the Four Horsemen team up with a trio of young, socially conscious magicians to pull off a daring heist. Their target? The Heart Diamond, a massive gem own
The Democratic Party is changing its strategy. It's been less than a year since President Donald Trump started his second term. Now, the Democrats are realizing they need to fight back harder. This is not just about politics. It's about power. Eight Democratic senators recently voted with Republica
Fuel cells are like the heart of clean energy. They convert hydrogen into electricity. But there's a catch. The process isn't as smooth as it could be. Especially in alkaline environments. The hydrogen oxidation reaction (HOR) is often slow and easily disrupted by carbon monoxide (CO). This is a big
