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Mar 23 2026ENVIRONMENT

Hidden Gems of Cambodian Caves

The limestone caves that run across northwestern Cambodia are still a mystery. A recent field trip to the province of Battambang revealed several animals that science has never seen before. Among them are a bright turquoise pit viper, a snake that can glide through the air, new kinds of geckos, tiny

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Mar 23 2026POLITICS

Microsoft Moves Former DOJ Officials Into Key Roles

In 2020, a cloud service called GCC High was introduced into the Department of Justice after a review by external auditors and an internal audit. The product, owned by Microsoft, soon became part of the federal government’s cloud marketplace, giving the company a prominent spot and free publicity. H

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Mar 23 2026ENVIRONMENT

Mining’s Hidden Threat: Heavy Metals in Central India’s Water

The Bailadila iron ore mines in Chhattisgarh aren’t just digging up iron—they’re stirring up trouble in the water. Researchers tested 62 water sources (15 springs and 47 groundwater wells) across four river basins twice a year, before and after the monsoon. What they found wasn’t just murky water bu

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Mar 23 2026ENVIRONMENT

North Texas hits new heat peak as old records crumble

Sunday turned into a scorcher for Dallas-Fort Worth when temperatures at the airport hit 94°F at 4 p. m. , officially beating the previous high set way back in 1934 and matched in 1995 by just one degree. The earlier weekend forecasts had predicted Friday and Saturday would also smash records, yet b

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Mar 23 2026WEATHER

A warm surprise in March: how one weekend changed the season

Last weekend felt more like spring had already arrived, with temperatures jumping well above normal for this time of year across Wisconsin. In Eau Claire, the thermometer hit 75 degrees, the first time it’s crossed 70 since last fall. That break in warmth came unusually late in the year, after a str

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Mar 23 2026POLITICS

Senate Moves Closer to Approving New Homeland Security Chief

The U. S. Senate just took a big step toward confirming a new leader for the Department of Homeland Security. On Sunday, lawmakers voted 54 to 37 to end debate on the appointment, which means a final decision could happen as early as Monday. If approved, the nominee—Republican Senator Markwayne Mull

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Mar 23 2026LIFESTYLE

Quick and tasty fish-pasta combos to brighten weeknight meals

Fish and pasta work together like two old friends: one brings quick energy, the other brings savory depth, and together they turn a pantry check into a real dinner in under 30 minutes. Most recipes rely on the same short list of tricks—acid to cut richness, herbs to wake up flavor, and bright vegeta

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Mar 23 2026EDUCATION

Why schools forget kids need a breather

In many New York classrooms, the day is packed with lessons with no real break. After hours of sitting and concentrating, the “reward” is often a screen in the gym instead of a chance to kick a ball. Elsewhere in the U. S. , only about half of states make schools schedule daily outdoor time, so free

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Mar 23 2026SPORTS

From Newark to Kentucky: The Journey of Otega Oweh

Otega Oweh’s rise in college basketball didn’t happen overnight. His standout moment came during a high-pressure game against Santa Clara, where his last-second three-pointer kept Kentucky alive. Without that shot, the Wildcats might have faced an early exit, but instead, Oweh delivered 35 points to

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Mar 22 2026WEATHER

Rain hits Central New York, icy roads may follow Monday

A front will bring rain across Central New York on Sunday, lifting temperatures to the mid‑50s. The showers start late in the morning and grow stronger through the afternoon, dropping a quarter to half an inch over many spots. As night falls and the front moves south, the rain will ease from n

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