SCIENCE

Mar 18 2026WEATHER

Why Storms Sometimes Paint the Sky Green

The greenish tint that occasionally colors the sky before a storm isn’t just a quirky weather trick—it’s a clue about what’s happening inside the clouds. When sunlight cuts through a storm, the way it bounces off hail and raindrops can shift the colors we see. If the storm is close to sunset, the li

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Mar 17 2026ENTERTAINMENT

A New Space Adventure: How Fear Turned Into a Film Plan

The plan to turn Andy Weir’s book into a movie made the writer, Drew Goddard, feel uneasy. He was worried that the story would be too big and complex for a film, especially compared to the earlier adaptation of The Martian. Goddard feared he might disappoint Weir and that audiences would not enjo

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Mar 17 2026TECHNOLOGY

Vivo’s X300 Ultra Gets a New Color System to Make Photos Look Real

Vivo is rolling out a fresh color system called “BluePrint Natural Color” for its upcoming X300 Ultra and the X300s, which should hit stores together. The aim is to give photos a more professional feel while keeping them natural and honest, according to industry observers. The new approach borrow

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Mar 16 2026HEALTH

Finding Calm Without the Quit Button

The author had been on a long meditation roller coaster, usually stuck in the “now what? ” pit stop. After years of trying to stay present while breathing, a new free app caught his eye because it promised science‑backed tricks that fit into daily life. Instead of long, quiet sessions on a mat, t

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Mar 16 2026TECHNOLOGY

High-Speed Communication Breakthrough: The Power of Sb2(S, Se)3/CdS

In the world of technology, there's a big push to make devices that can handle light in smart ways. One such device is a photodetector, which turns light into electrical signals. Recently, scientists made a big leap forward with a new type of photodetector. This isn't just any photodetector—it's sel

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Mar 16 2026SCIENCE

Boron's Thin Wonder: The Hurdles and Hope

Borophene, a single layer of boron atoms, is a standout in the world of two-dimensional materials. Its unique structure gives it special properties, like high electron mobility and flexibility. But it's not all smooth sailing. Making borophene without flaws is tough, and it doesn't like being expose

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Mar 14 2026EDUCATION

Science Olympiad Draws 60 Teams to Grand Valley for Regional Showdown

Grand Valley State University will welcome more than 50 middle and high school teams on March 21 for the Region 12 Science Olympiad competition. The event, held at the university’s Valley Campus in Allendale, will pit students from Kent, Ottawa and Muskegon counties against one another in 47 STEM

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Mar 13 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Spensering Life of a Genre‑Juggler

Dan Simmons, who died at 77, wrote more than thirty books that spanned science‑fiction, horror, fantasy, crime and history. He was a master at following his own creative urges; if one publisher resisted his vision, he would move on. His most famous work is the four‑volume “Hyperion Cantos. ” The

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Mar 13 2026EDUCATION

A New Generation Shines at Flint’s 70‑Year Science Fair

Mid‑Michigan students gather in downtown Flint for a two‑day science showdown. The event kicks off Friday with students setting up their projects at the University of Michigan‑Flint’s Riverfront Residence Hall and Banquet Center. Saturday is the real action: judges review the displays, intervi

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Mar 12 2026ENTERTAINMENT

A Versatile Writer’s Final Chapter

Dan Simmons, a 77‑year‑old author who could write across genres, passed away on Feb. 21 in a Colorado hospital after suffering a stroke. He had lived near Denver and was known for producing more than thirty books in science fiction, fantasy, horror, crime, and historical settings. Simmons’ career

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