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Feb 02 2025SCIENCE

Bugs and Blooms: The Scent That Lures Lygus lineolaris

Lygus lineolaris, a troublemaker pest found all over North America, has a nose for trouble. This bug uses its sense of smell to find its favorite places to eat. Scientists wanted to figure out what smells attract this pest, specifically to crops. The scientists were curious about the smells

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Feb 02 2025SPORTS

The Complexity of Gender in Elite Sports

The recent Paris Olympics had many surprises. Among these surprises, one name stood out: Imane Khelif. She became famous when she quickly beat Angela Carini of Italy in just 46 seconds during her first round. But her journey wasn’t easy. Khelif and Taiwanese boxer Lian Yu-ting were kicked out of the

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Feb 02 2025POLITICS

Deadly Strikes on a Sudanese Market

Sudan's civil war has reached a new low with a recent attack on a busy marketplace in the city of Omdurman. The paramilitary group, named Rapid Support Forces, has been going head-to-head with the country’s military forces. This time, they left a trail of destruction in their wake, taking the lives

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Feb 01 2025POLITICS

Relocation of Palestinians from Gaza: Arab Nations urge against relocation.

Gaza's future remains uncertain as powerful neighbors firmly decline this proposal. Why would Arab nations strongly disapprove of such an idea in the first place? Arabia has previously seen the impacts of mass migrations in the region with low income families struggling to keep up

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Feb 01 2025SPORTS

College Basketball Showdowns: Key Matchups to Watch

College basketball fans have a lot to look forward to in this upcoming weekend. There are some exciting games that might be worth watching. The action starts early with a clash between Washington and Minnesota. Washington might struggle to score, but they excel at stopping three-point shots. On the

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Feb 01 2025ENVIRONMENT

Powering Sensors Underwater with 'Coaxially Aligned' Tech

Sending power to things underwater isn't easy, especially if you want them to work for a long time and with no batteries. In places like the ocean, radio waves don't work well because water and salt mess with signals. The signals get weaker and the equipment gets disrupted. Underwater places aren't

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Feb 01 2025CELEBRITIES

Fashion Frenzy: Black Celebrities Shine in Paris

Paris, a city known for its fashion, saw a burst of color and style during its Couture Week. It was a week where designers showed off their best. Celebrities from all over the world came to see it. The week stood out for the vibrant, sleek outfits worn by the celebrities. Megan Thee Stallion wa

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Feb 01 2025POLITICS

Platte County Mental Health Drama Still Unfolding

Platte County has not been able to implement a youth mental health fund. This fund was approved as a quarter-cent sales tax by voters. However, it was halted by commissioners in December. Months later, this decision remains contentious. A report was released from the Platte County Health De

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Feb 01 2025SPORTS

Tough Day at Pebble Beach

The seaside course of Pebble Beach hosted golfers with everything from biting winds to rain. A cold front turned the final few holes into a challenge for many golfers on the tour. Some were able to keep their heads above the water, but others, like Rory McIlroy, struggled. McIlroy was making a co

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Feb 01 2025LIFESTYLE

Who Gets the TV and Space on This Plan? Back and ForthConversation

Sitting in a window seat with extra legroom can be a game-changer for some passengers, especially when it comes to a specific seat near the exit door. The Reddit user on r/delta found themself in an unexpected situation and sought advice. All this because of an extra seat space due to the placemen

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