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Mar 26 2026SCIENCE

Zinc Gets a Slick New Coat with Graphdiyne Magic

A team of researchers has found a way to put a slippery, protective layer on zinc metal. Zinc is very reactive and usually stops the chemical reaction that builds a special carbon network called graphdiyne. Because of this, only copper had been used for such coatings until now. The scientists

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Mar 26 2026POLITICS

Russia Happy With Zelenskiy’s Take on US Donbas Deal

Russia welcomed a recent statement by Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy, who said the United States will only back Ukraine’s security if the country gives up control of Donbas, according to a senior Kremlin official. Kirill Dmitriev, the Russian special envoy for U. S. talks, told reporters t

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Mar 26 2026LIFESTYLE

A Practical Guide to Owning Less and Gaining More

Some people swear by owning fewer things, while others consider it extreme. The idea isn’t about forcing yourself into an empty room with just a bed and a lamp. Instead, it’s about keeping only what truly matters. Studies show that clutter can drain mental energy, making it harder to focus or relax.

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Mar 26 2026EDUCATION

Getting Kids Moving Again – How Schools Are Using Tech to Fix the Sitting Crisis

Back in the day, kids raced around playgrounds during recess and burned off energy in gym class. These days, many schools have cut gym or shortened recess to focus only on test scores. The result? More chairs, more screens, and less movement. Instead of trying to pull kids away from devices altogeth

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Mar 26 2026ENTERTAINMENT

How a crime movie shaped the new Star Wars villain

A bounty hunter trying to balance work and family might seem out of place in Star Wars, but the new show makes it work. Instead of starting with a powerful villain, it introduces Brander Lawson, a man whose life is slowly falling apart because of his job. His story follows a pattern seen in crime mo

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Mar 26 2026LIFESTYLE

Travel Plans Don't Need to Derail Your Health

Business trips mess with your body more than you think. Airports, cramped flights, and back-to-back meetings create a perfect storm for exhaustion. Your sleep schedule gets flipped upside down, meals happen at random times, and the hotel you stay in feels like it’s built with malfunctioning pipes. T

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Mar 26 2026POLITICS

Nevada's path forward depends on smart investments now

Nevada families today face a serious squeeze between rising costs and stagnant wages. Many working households wonder if homeownership, starting a business, or saving for the future will ever be realistic options again. This struggle isn't new for Nevada—decades ago, families built the state's infras

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Mar 26 2026POLITICS

US Leader’s Travel Plans Raise Eyebrows Before Big Vote in Hungary

A top American official is set to land in Budapest just days before Hungarians head to the polls. The trip by the US vice president follows a pattern: Washington has lately backed Hungary’s longtime leader ahead of tight elections. Polls show the prime minister slipping behind a rival who argues for

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Mar 25 2026FINANCE

Shift4 Payments Stock Sky‑High After Big Bounce

Shift4 Payments, a company that helps restaurants and hotels accept card payments, saw its shares jump almost 20 % on March 24. The price rose from about $44 at the open to more than $55 during the day, finishing near $52. 50 on a trade volume that doubled the usual daily average. The surge followe

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Mar 25 2026RELIGION

Free Speech Wins for a Mississippi Preacher

A preacher from Mississippi, Gabriel Olivier, was stopped by local police for talking about his faith outside a city amphitheater. The mayor’s rule said only certain areas were allowed for “protests. ” Olivier paid a small fine and got probation, but he still wanted to speak near the venue. He sued

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