SCIENCE

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 14 2026ENVIRONMENT

Why Climate Change Chats Are Falling on Deaf Ears

People are getting tired of hearing about climate change. Every year, it's the same story: temperatures are rising, and fossil fuels are the culprits. In 2025, the global temperature was about 1. 47 degrees Celsius higher than it was from 1850 to 1900. This information comes from Copernicus, the Eur

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Feb 13 2026EDUCATION

Learning the Coast at Fort Ross

The coast of Sonoma County is a living classroom. Fort Ross, inside the Greater Farallones National Marine Sanctuary, turns this shoreline into a place where people can see, study and help protect marine life. A team called the Fort Ross Conservancy runs a Coastal Academy that offers two main pr

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Feb 13 2026LIFESTYLE

Keeping Up the Good Work: The Secret to Building Lasting Habits

Ever wondered why some people stick to their goals while others give up quickly? The answer might lie in something called a streak. You know, like when you play a game and try not to break your winning streak. It turns out, this idea can be applied to real life too. People who manage to keep up wit

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Feb 12 2026SPORTS

Data‑Driven Skating: How Science Is Shaping the Ice

Lindsay Slater Hannigan, a professor at the University of Illinois at Chicago, blends research and coaching to help U. S. Figure Skating athletes reach their peak. She is also in Stamford, Connecticut, where she consults for NBC’s 2026 Winter Olympics broadcast. Her team is small—just a handful o

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Feb 12 2026SCIENCE

Finding Love Beyond the Numbers

In today’s digital world, dating apps can feel like a fast‑paced sales pitch where people compare themselves to items on sale. A researcher who has spent decades studying relationships says this focus on “mate value” is a myth that makes dating feel more like a job than a journey. He argues that rea

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Feb 12 2026HEALTH

Treating Skin and Mood Together: A New Approach for Kids with Eczema

An eight‑year‑old girl had long‑standing eczema that flared up and made it hard for her to sleep. She also threw tantrums, scratched a lot, and didn’t want to go to school. Doctors first gave her the usual medicines and taught her how to care for her skin, eat right, and keep a steady routine. The e

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Feb 12 2026POLITICS

How Powerful People Talk About Race

Jeffrey Epstein, a wealthy and influential figure, had a strong interest in race science, a discredited idea that claims racial differences in intelligence are genetic. In 2016, he shared an article from a white supremacist website with Noam Chomsky, suggesting that race and IQ are linked. This idea

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Feb 12 2026OPINION

Climate Change: Is Fear the Right Way to Drive Change?

Global temperatures have been rising, with recent data showing that the past decade has been the hottest on record. The average global temperature in 2025 was about 1. 47 degrees Celsius higher than it was from 1850 to 1900. This increase is largely attributed to the burning of fossil fuels, which r

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Feb 12 2026BUSINESS

A New Top Player in Health Sciences Consulting

Trinity, a big name in life sciences consulting, just got some major recognition. They were named one of the best in the world in the 2026 Vault Consulting Rankings. This isn't just any ranking. It's a big deal in the consulting world. Trinity made it to the top 10 for health sciences consulting. T

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