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Sep 11 2024ENVIRONMENT

The Climate Crisis Demands Leadership at the State Level: A Call to Action

The climate crisis is an existential threat to our planet, and it's time to take action. But, did you know that state legislatures hold the key to our survival? A recent Supreme Court decision has reminded us that federal agencies can't be relied upon to make progress on crucial issues like climate

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Sep 10 2024ENTERTAINMENT

Pirx's Perplexing Pursuit: Unraveling the Mystery Behind Lem's Legendary Tale

In a thrilling twist of fate, Nafta Films and Film & Music Entertainment have joined forces to bring Stanislaw Lem's captivating novella 'The Inquest of Pilot Pirx' to life on the silver screen. Previous cinematic adaptations of Lem's work, such as Steven Soderbergh's 'Solaris' starring George Cloo

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Sep 10 2024POLITICS

Calling All South Carolinians: How Can We Fix Our Kids' Future?

South Carolina wants to hear your ideas! The Joint Citizens and Legislative Committee on Children is on a mission to make the state a better place for its kids. They're traveling around, holding public hearings, and inviting everyone to share their thoughts, concerns, and suggestions. What are the

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Sep 08 2024POLITICS

Is Voting Integrity Really at Stake? A Critical Look at the SAVE Act

The political battle over election integrity is heating up, with Senator Tommy Tuberville making a bold claim: that the SAVE Act is crucial to ensure American elections are fair. He argues that this act, which requires proof of citizenship for voter registration, is essential to prevent non-citizen

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Sep 06 2024POLITICS

Project 2025: A Plan for Environmental Disaster?

Project 2025, a blueprint for a Republican takeover of the US government, raises serious concerns about its potential impact on public health and the environment. The plan proposes downgrading the classification of 'forever chemicals' (PFAS) from 'hazardous' to 'contaminant.' These chemicals, fo

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Sep 06 2024ENVIRONMENT

Pennsylvania's Carbon Gamble: A Step Towards a Cleaner Future or a Risky Bet?

Pennsylvania's Governor Josh Shapiro has signed a controversial law allowing carbon pollution from dirty energy sources to be stored underground. While proponents argue this could pave the way for a hydrogen hub and help combat climate change, critics warn of potential health dangers and environmen

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Sep 06 2024EDUCATION

Is Science Under Attack in American Classrooms? A Critical Look at 'Alternative Theories'

For almost a century, the teaching of evolution in public schools has been a hotbed of controversy. While laws banning its instruction have been struck down, a new wave of legislation is attempting to subtly undermine the role of established scientific theories in the classroom. Instead of outrigh

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Sep 06 2024TECHNOLOGY

NASA Missions: Hackers Threaten to Ground Control

NASA's cutting-edge space missions are like shiny new toys that hackers can't resist playing with. From Mars rovers to moon-bound rockets, these high-tech marvels are prime targets for cyber attacks that could send them spiraling out of control or compromise sensitive scientific data. But a bold new

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Sep 06 2024POLITICS

Can Employers Silence Workers' Voices? California's Battle Over 'Captive Audience' Meetings

California lawmakers are in a heated debate over whether employers should be allowed to force workers to attend meetings discussing unionization. Senate Bill 399 aims to ban these so-called 'captive audience' meetings, where bosses present their views on unions. But is this really about protecting

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Sep 06 2024POLITICS

Pope Francis Calls for Religious Unity Amid Global Tensions

In his first trip to Indonesia since becoming Pope, Francis called for greater religious unity and dialogue amidst a world filled with conflict. Speaking at the Presidential Palace in Jakarta alongside President Joko Widodo, the leader of the Catholic Church expressed concern over extremists who u

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