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Feb 02 2025ENVIRONMENT

Solar Drying of Sewage Sludge: A Balancing Act

The world's water treatment plants churn out a mountain of sewage sludge every day. This stuff is a hassle to manage and dispose of safely because it's messy and expensive. The sun is powerful. A lot of people have been thinking about using it to dry out this sludge. This is the process of using

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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 2025POLITICS

Unleashing California's Waters

In a surprising move, the U. S. Army Corps of Engineers rapidly increased water flow from two dams in Tulare County. This water was sent down to rivers in the San Joaquin Valley. The increase happened early one morning, days after a certain president boasted about sending water to California. The

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Feb 01 2025SCIENCE

How Temperature Changes in a Fish Pond Throughout the Day

Have you ever wondered how hot or cold the fish pond is, especially in the middle of summer? Temperatures in a fish pond can vary significantly, and understanding these variations is crucial for maintaining a healthy environment for the fish. This is done by dropping fiber optic cables vertically in

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Jan 31 2025HEALTH

Flu on the Rise: Wastewater Warnings in Northeast Ohio

In some counties of northeast Ohio, there's a clear sign that flu season is in full swing. Health watchers detected influenza fragments in wastewater samples. The counties affected are Ashtabula, Cuyahoga, and Lorain. This is a big deal because wastewater monitoring can predict a surge in flu cases

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Jan 30 2025CRIME

Driver Trapped in Sinkhole

Every body needs to think about the house we live in. Not the buildings but the systems that keep them going. Like the sewers. In most cities like this one, large pipes carry water away from our homes. This system takes away something we wont talk about. The city has a

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Jan 30 2025SCIENCE

Water, MOFs, and Gases: A Surprising Mix

Did you know that water can make some materials either super-efficient or really bad at absorbing gases? Scientists have been studying a group of materials called metal-organic frameworks, or MOFs for short. These are like tiny sponges that can soak up gases. There are three types we're looking at:

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Jan 28 2025POLITICS

Water Pump Mystery: Trump's Claims Face California’s Facts

President Trump caused a stir on Monday night with a claim on Truth Social that the military had entered California to turn on water pumps. He suggested that this action would send more water flowing from the Pacific Northwest. However, the state of California quickly responded with a statement of t

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Jan 28 2025LIFESTYLE

Stay Hydrated: Picking the Perfect Sports Water Bottle

When you're active, staying hydrated is key. Sports water bottles are designed to handle tough use, both indoors and out. One popular choice is the Iron Flask, which keeps drinks cold for up to 24 hours or hot for 12 hours, thanks to its double-wall insulation. But why do athletes and outdoor enthus

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Jan 27 2025SCIENCE

Using Thermal Imaging to Check Rice Plant Water Needs

Rice is a crucial food source for many people worldwide. But with climate change bringing extreme weather, farmers face big challenges in keeping their crops watered. That's where technology comes in. Using thermal imaging, we can now get a clear picture of how much water rice plants need. This isn'

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