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Feb 17 2026SCIENCE

New Hope in Fighting Inflammation and Brain Protection

Scientists have created new compounds that might help reduce inflammation and protect the brain. They started with a natural substance called Genipin and modified it to make it more effective. These new compounds, especially one called 6a, showed great promise in lab tests. The researchers tested t

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Feb 15 2026SCIENCE

Plant Stress Defense: How Tiny Proteins Turn Off Key Enzymes

Plants use a tagging system called ubiquitination to control the life span of many proteins. In the case of phenylpropanoid production, which supplies important compounds like lignin and flavonoids, several enzymes are marked for destruction by this system. F‑box proteins act as the taggers. They

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Feb 15 2026EDUCATION

Students Gain Real‑World Skills Through School Business Club

Valley High’s business club, DECA, is turning ordinary classes into real‑world training. The club has grown fast in its third year, thanks to teacher Nick DeFrancesco’s guidance. Students meet after school and sometimes more often, practicing role‑plays and case studies that mimic real busines

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Feb 15 2026POLITICS

'ICE in Minnesota: A Wake‑Up Call for Democracy'

Obama voiced sharp criticism of Immigration and Customs Enforcement’s actions in Minnesota, describing the agency’s conduct as “dangerous” and likening it to tactics seen only in authoritarian regimes. He highlighted the massive deployment of about 3, 000 federal agents that swept through Minneap

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Feb 15 2026POLITICS

A Prince's Call for Change in Iran

Reza Pahlavi, the son of Iran's former leader, made a bold statement at a recent security conference. He believes that U. S. military action could speed up the end of Iran's current government. Pahlavi thinks that the regime is already weak and that an attack might make it fall faster. He was talki

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Feb 14 2026EDUCATION

Montevallo University Hits Pause on Sports Cuts After Student Outcry

Montevallo University has decided to hit the brakes on cutting its swimming and tennis programs. This came after a heartfelt plea from student athletes who were left in tears. The university is still dealing with an $8 million budget shortfall, but they've decided to rethink their plans for now. Th

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Feb 14 2026EDUCATION

Why Handwritten Notes Trump Digital Ones

Ever wondered why some people still prefer scribbling notes by hand instead of typing or snapping pics? It turns out, there's a good reason for it. Studies have found that jotting down notes manually can boost memory more effectively than typing or taking photos. When someone writes by hand, they e

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Feb 14 2026SCIENCE

Exploring Sticky Science: Professor to Share Insights on Adhesion

A big name in the world of materials science is set to take the stage. Professor Ali Dhinojwala, a top expert from the University of Akron, will be the star speaker at an upcoming event. This gathering, focused on technical advancements, will take place in Warrensville Heights, Ohio, starting April

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Feb 13 2026TECHNOLOGY

Fast‑Printing 3D Objects in Less Than a Second

A Chinese research team has made 3‑D printing much quicker and still detailed. Instead of adding layers one by one, they use holographic light that fills a whole volume at once. The system shines light from many angles, like a projector, and shapes the resin inside a container instantly. No

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Feb 13 2026POLITICS

Trump's Viral Video Blunder: A Closer Look

Donald Trump recently shared a video that caused quite a stir. The clip showed Barack and Michelle Obama with their faces swapped onto cartoon apes, set to the song \"The Lion Sleeps Tonight. \" This racist imagery sparked outrage, even from some Republicans. Trump's defense? He claimed the video h

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