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Jan 25 2026SCIENCE

Akron's Space Pioneer: Judith Resnik's Journey

Judith Resnik, a brilliant engineer from Akron, made history as the second American woman in space. She flew aboard the Discovery in 1984, but her life was tragically cut short when the Challenger exploded in 1986. Resnik was always confident about the safety of space missions, even joking that the

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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 2026HEALTH

How Ultrasound Tech is Changing Emergency Care

In the fast-paced world of emergency medicine, a handy tool has been making waves. It's called point-of-care ultrasound, or POCUS for short. This gadget is like a superhero for doctors, helping them see inside the body without any cuts or big machines. POCUS is not just any tool. It's easy to use,

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Jan 25 2026POLITICS

U. S. Leaves WHO: A Clash of Claims and Consequences

The U. S. made a big move in January 2025. They decided to leave the World Health Organization (WHO). This wasn't a friendly split. The Trump administration blamed the WHO for mishandling the COVID-19 pandemic. They said the WHO didn't share information quickly or honestly. But the WHO disagrees. Th

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Jan 25 2026HEALTH

Vaccine Confusion: Iowa's Health Leaders Need to Step Up

Iowa's health leaders are facing a tough challenge. They need to make sure vaccines stay safe and effective. This is not just a job for one political party. It's something everyone should care about. A big change happened recently. A group called the Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (AC

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Jan 25 2026HEALTH

Grand Rapids Hospital Gets a Major Upgrade

Big changes are coming to Grand Rapids! Corewell Health is planning a huge expansion of the Butterworth Hospital campus. They want to build a new 180-bed tower across from the hospital. This tower will be massive, with 621, 000 square feet of space. It will have modern operating rooms and a larger e

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Jan 25 2026OPINION

Why Cutting Mental Health Funding is a Big Mistake

Recently, a huge amount of federal money for mental health services was almost cut off. Then, it was put back. This back-and-forth shows a big problem: mental health care is not being treated as important as it should be. The money that was at risk pays for important things. It helps kids and famil

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Jan 25 2026OPINION

How Small Colleges Boost Country Towns

In the heart of the country, small private colleges are doing big things. They're not just places for learning; they're lifelines for rural towns. These colleges bring in money, create jobs, and help local businesses grow. They also give back to the community through volunteer work and cultural even

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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 2026POLITICS

Power Plays: When Leaders Talk Peace but Act Otherwise

Leaders throughout history have often used the word \"peace\" to justify their actions, but what they mean by it can be very different from what it seems. One recent example is a powerful leader who claimed he stopped eight wars and felt snubbed when he didn't receive a prestigious peace award. He

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