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Jan 15 2026SCIENCE

How Exercise Shapes Your Nerve Signals

People who work out regularly, whether lifting weights or running marathons, have muscles that respond differently to signals from the brain. These signals come from nerve cells called motoneurons. Scientists wanted to see how these nerve cells change with different types of exercise. They studied

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Jan 15 2026SPORTS

Lakewood Ranch's Sports Teams Shine Bright in January 2026

Lakewood Ranch's sports teams had a fantastic start to the year. The girls soccer team, led by coach Cole Richardson, faced some big changes. They lost key players, including top scorer Olivia Hadad. But they found new talent, like freshmen Alyssa Pistone and Kiley Mulligan. Coach Richardson also ma

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Jan 15 2026SPORTS

Cool Sports to Check Out at the 2026 Winter Olympics in Italy

Italy is all set to host the Winter Olympics in 2026. The games will happen in Milan and Cortina d'Ampezzo from February 6 to February 22. This event will feature a mix of classic and new sports. There are many sports to watch. Alpine skiing is one where athletes speed down snowy slopes. Bobsleigh

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Jan 15 2026ENVIRONMENT

Clear Science for Better Climate Choices

Climate risk info is super important. It helps people decide where to live, banks to manage loans, and governments to give out funds. But, there's a problem. The data used to make these decisions isn't always reliable. This is because the methods and assumptions behind the data aren't always clear.

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Jan 15 2026ENVIRONMENT

The Hidden Heroes of Our Planet: Fungi and the Fight for Their Survival

Dr. Toby Kiers, a leading evolutionary biologist, has been awarded the prestigious Tyler Prize for Environmental Achievement. This honor is often called the "Nobel Prize for the Environment. " At the same time, her non-profit organization, SPUN, is launching a new project called "Underground Advocat

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Jan 15 2026SCIENCE

Boosting Ethanol Power: Tiny Branched Metal Sheets Do the Trick

Scientists cooked up a cool new way to make tiny metal sheets with branches. These sheets are made of three metals: palladium, gold, and silver. The branches make the sheets look like tiny, flat trees. This special shape gives them lots of surface area, which is great for reactions. These branched

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Jan 15 2026CRIME

A Closer Look at the Ogle County Trial: What Really Happened?

In the Ogle County trial, a man named Duane Meyer, known as DC, is facing serious charges. He's accused of killing his ex-wife, Maggie Meyer, and starting a fire that also took the life of their 3-year-old son, Amos. The trial has been going on for a few days now, and the focus has been on the evide

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Jan 15 2026CRYPTO

Crypto Scams Hit Record High in 2025: AI and Tricks to Blame

In 2025, crypto scams reached an all-time high, with losses hitting a staggering $17 billion. This surge wasn't just about more scams but smarter, more convincing ones. The average amount lost per scam jumped to $2, 764, a huge leap from $782 the previous year. AI and impersonation tactics played a

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Jan 15 2026OPINION

The Power of Emotion: How Feelings Shape Our Reality

In a recent broadcast, two media personalities explored the idea that emotions often outweigh facts in shaping public opinion. Joel Pollak highlighted a notable quote by Scott Adams: \"Feelings don’t care about your facts. \" This statement underscores a growing trend where people's emotions drive t

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Jan 14 2026CRIME

A Mystery Solved: DNA Uncovers Identity of Man Found on Washington Beach

A man's journey to find answers about his missing father led to a breakthrough in a cold case. The skeletal remains of a man found on a Washington beach in 2006 have been identified as Edwin Asher, a former mayor from Oregon. This discovery came after nearly two decades of uncertainty. Asher was re

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