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Mar 07 2026SCIENCE

Roots Show How Plants Balance Growth and Survival

In forests of North Patagonia, scientists looked at how the shape of a plant’s root system affects tiny roots that do most of the work. They studied eight perennial herb species, half of which grow a single main root (tap‑rooted) and the other half grow many small roots from the stem (adventitious).

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Mar 07 2026SPORTS

Gunnar Henderson: A Small‑Town Star with Big Roots

The Baltimore Orioles’ young outfielder, born in Montgomery and raised in Selma, Alabama, shows how a supportive family can turn local talent into a major league presence. Growing up in a close‑knit community, his parents Allen and Kerry encouraged his love for baseball from the first swing. Their g

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Mar 07 2026SPORTS

German Roots and Baseball Grit

Kyle Schwarber grew up in Ohio with a family that blends German and Latin heritage. His father, a former police officer, and his mother, a nurse, raised him along with three sisters in a disciplined household. The family’s ancestry traces back to a great‑great‑grandfather who left Baden, Germany for

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Mar 07 2026RELIGION

Church Sign Sparks Controversy in Ballwin

A new sign outside a local church has stirred debate among residents. The board of the Ballwin community says the sign was meant to welcome people, but many Muslim neighbors view it as offensive. The message on the sign calls Islam “demonic, ” a phrase that many find hateful and inflammatory. The c

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Mar 07 2026SPORTS

From Slocomb to the Big Leagues: A Fresh Look at Clay Holmes

Clay Holmes grew up in the small town of Slocomb, Alabama, where his love for baseball started on dusty fields. He made a name for himself at Slocomb High School, catching the eye of scouts who saw potential in his pitching arm. In 2011, the Pittsburgh Pirates drafted him in the ninth round, and he

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Mar 07 2026SPORTS

Griffin Jax: From High‑School Pitcher to Air Force Officer

Griffin Jax was born in Phoenix, Arizona on November 22, 1994, and grew up in Colorado where baseball became his passion. In high school he dominated the mound at Cherry Creek, earning a 7–1 record and a low ERA that earned him Colorado’s Gatorade Baseball Player of the Year award. Despite bei

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Mar 07 2026CRYPTO

Bitcoin Prices Drop Again as Big Investors Sell While Small Buyers Join

Bitcoin fell below $70, 000 and small investors started buying more. Big holders—those owning between 10 and 10, 000 coins—started taking profits when the price hit $74, 000. Between February 23 and March 3, whales bought a lot while the price ranged from $62, 900 to $69, 600. Since Wednesd

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Mar 07 2026TECHNOLOGY

Hidden TV Tricks That Make Your Screen Work Smarter

Many people own a smart TV, but most use it only for streaming shows or gaming on a console. A few overlooked functions can make the device more useful without needing tech skills. One useful feature is watching a doorbell camera on the TV. If you have a Ring Doorbell and a Samsung SmartThings‑enab

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Mar 07 2026SCIENCE

Expanding the Space in a New Battery Material

A new study shows how changing the space inside a special material can help store more magnesium ions. The material is made of niobium and sulfur atoms arranged in a quasi‑one‑dimensional pattern. By adding large organic ions called BMPyrr⁺, the layers of this material open up. This opening lets mag

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Mar 07 2026HEALTH

Sleep Smart: Easy Nighttime Tricks

It can be hard to slip into sleep if your brain stays on alert. A simple nightly routine can tell the body it’s time to shut down and calm itself. One trick is to lower the light level in your home before bed. Turning off bright overhead lights and using a soft lamp helps the body release melaton

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