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Mar 28 2026POLITICS

Teen Access to Mental Health Care in Alaska

Alaska faces a serious problem: teen suicide is the top cause of death for people aged 15 to 24. Many young people feel alone and do not know how to get help. A new law, House Bill 232, could give teens ages 16 and 17 a way to see mental‑health professionals without needing their parents’ permission

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Mar 28 2026LIFESTYLE

Life on the Trail: Simple Joys From an Alaskan Bike Ride

Two friends pedal through Alaska’s winter wilderness with little more than bikes, snacks, and a plan. The journey started in Fairbanks when the temperature barely climbed above 0°F. Loaded with gear, they rode east on a packed trail, then turned onto a smooth bike path leading past the university. S

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Mar 27 2026SCIENCE

Safety Gear Can Give a False Sense of Security

Backcountry adventures are getting more popular, and people often bring avalanche tools like transceivers and airbags. These devices have helped many survive falls, but they can also change how people act in danger. When someone feels protected by gear, they may take bigger risks – a trick called ri

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Mar 27 2026POLITICS

Malaria’s Battle in Palestine: A New View

The British Army, after winning a war in 1918, warned that Palestine would be bleak because of malaria. Their win relied on a six‑month effort where thousands of mainly Egyptian workers destroyed places where mosquitoes bred. When that work stopped on 19 September 1918, the disease surged again and

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Mar 27 2026ENVIRONMENT

New Team Makes Air Cleaning Easier and Cheaper

Aircapture and Corning are moving from testing to real‑world use. They have worked together for years, but now they plan to sell the system and grow it fast. Corning supplies a special ceramic honeycomb that grabs carbon dioxide from the air. Aircapture builds modular units that fit into fa

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Mar 25 2026TECHNOLOGY

Missile Shield Software Race: Anduril and Palantir Join Forces

Anduril and Palantir are teaming up to create software for a new U. S. missile defense system known as the Golden Dome, according to a source familiar with the effort. The project is part of a $185 billion plan that aims to launch satellites capable of stopping ballistic, cruise and hypersonic missi

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Mar 23 2026SPORTS

Alabama’s First‑Half Storm Leaves Fans in Awe

"The game kicked off with Alabama taking a massive lead, outscoring Texas Tech 49‑25 before the break. Aiden Sherrell topped the scoreboard with ten points, while eight different players contributed, showing a deep lineup. Several sharpshooters hit three‑point shots, with Labarron Philon and Latrell

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Mar 23 2026LIFESTYLE

Tasting Hope: A Night of Food, Fun and Fundraising

Help Now, the local group that supports people affected by domestic violence, hosted its yearly “Tapas With a Purpose” event this Saturday at Osceola Heritage Park. The evening was built around small plates from neighborhood chefs, giving guests a chance to try many flavors in one night. In ad

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Mar 21 2026TECHNOLOGY

AI System Becomes Official Tool for U. S. Military Operations

The Pentagon has announced that Palantir’s Maven AI platform will officially join the U. S. armed forces as a core system, giving soldiers advanced tools for spotting and engaging threats across all environments. In a letter to top military leaders, Deputy Secretary of War Steve Feinberg explaine

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Mar 19 2026ENTERTAINMENT

A Space Race With Too Many Laughs

The film begins with a man waking up in deep space, confused and missing memories after years of hibernation. He is Dr. Ryland Grace, a former scientist turned teacher who suddenly finds himself on the front line of humanity’s last hope. A group of hostile star‑eating creatures, Astrophage, are devo

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