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Jan 25 2026ENVIRONMENT

Idaho's Water Guardians: How Science is Saving the State's Precious Resource

Idaho is making big moves to protect its water. The Idaho Water Resources Research Institute (IWRRI) is leading the charge. It's giving out over $580, 000 to fund eight research projects. These projects are happening at the state's public universities. They aim to tackle Idaho's water problems head-

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Jan 25 2026SPORTS

Josh Allen's Role in the Bills' Coaching Search

Josh Allen, the star quarterback for the Buffalo Bills, has been a hot topic in discussions about the team's coaching search. Some fans and analysts wonder how much influence he should have in the process. After all, he's the face of the franchise, but is he the right person to pick the next head co

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Jan 25 2026HEALTH

The Hidden Role of Gut Bacteria in Colon Cancer

Colon cancer is a big deal. It's the third most common cancer and the fourth leading cause of cancer deaths worldwide. Most cases start with harmless polyps that turn nasty over time due to genetic changes. But there's more to it than just genes. Inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) can also raise the r

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Jan 25 2026WEATHER

Search Continues for Missing After Deadly Landslide in West Java

In the hilly regions of West Java, a tragedy struck when a massive landslide buried homes and left 80 people unaccounted for. This disaster came after days of relentless rain, which experts warn will persist for another week. The landslide, unlike the usual small floods from nearby rivers, originate

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Jan 25 2026HEALTH

A Simple Vitamin Might Help Beat Skin Cancer

Skin cancer is a big deal. It is the most common type of cancer in the U. S. But here's some good news: a simple vitamin might help fight it. Researchers looked at over 33, 800 U. S. veterans who had skin cancer. They found that those who took a vitamin B3 supplement, called nicotinamide, had fewer

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Jan 25 2026SCIENCE

When Science Goes Wrong: Kids' Data Used for Harmful Race Theories

A big study started in 2015 with a noble goal. It aimed to track brain development in over 20, 000 U. S. children. The project, called the Adolescent Brain Cognitive Development Study (ABCD), promised to uncover important insights about DNA's role in behavior and disease. Families were assured that

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Jan 24 2026SCIENCE

Witnessing Earth and Moon from Space: A Polish Astronaut's Journey

A Polish astronaut, Sławosz Uznański-Wiśniewski, has shared stunning timelapse videos of Earth and the Moon. He took these videos while on the International Space Station (ISS) for the Ignis mission. The videos show Earth's changing weather and the Moon moving across the sky. They were taken from th

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Jan 24 2026SPORTS

Cleveland Browns' Unusual Coach Hunt: Is Data Overkill?

The Cleveland Browns are taking a unique approach to finding their next coach. They are using essays, personality tests, and homework assignments to evaluate candidates. This method is quite different from what other NFL teams do. The Browns have always been big on data. Even after Paul DiPodesta l

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Jan 24 2026HEALTH

A Clash of Views: Vaccines, Science, and Global Health Research

Albert Bourla, the head of Pfizer, recently shared his thoughts on vaccines and global health research. He had some strong words for Robert F. Kennedy's stance on vaccines, calling it anti-science. Bourla mentioned that while they can talk about other health topics, vaccines are a tough subject. He

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Jan 24 2026HEALTH

Why Hand Pain Might Be More Than Just Joint Trouble

Hand pain from osteoarthritis is a common issue. But what if the problem isn't just the joints? Research suggests that muscle weakness might play a bigger role than we thought. This idea comes from a study that looked at old health data. The study aimed to see if weaker muscles make hand pain and mo

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