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Jan 17 2026SCIENCE

Unravel the Cosmos: Test Your Space Smarts with This Week's Puzzle

Space enthusiasts, get ready to put your knowledge to the test! Every seven days, a treasure trove of cosmic wonders unfolds, from mind-blowing research on the International Space Station to breathtaking snapshots from the James Webb Space Telescope. But how much of this stellar information have you

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Jan 16 2026ENVIRONMENT

Offshore Wind Farms: Mapping the Seafloor for a Greener Future

Offshore wind farms are a big deal in the fight against climate change. They offer a clean way to generate electricity, reducing the need for fossil fuels. Brazil, with its vast coastline, has a lot of potential in this area. But setting up these wind farms isn't easy. The seafloor is a complex plac

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Jan 16 2026SPORTS

Florida's Volleyball Season: A Mixed Bag of Wins and Losses

Florida's volleyball team has had a season full of ups and downs. They ended their regular season with a win against Ole Miss, breaking a three-match losing streak. However, they couldn't hold onto a lead against No. 6 Texas A&M in their final home game. The Gators have struggled with consistency t

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Jan 11 2026ENVIRONMENT

Coastal Guardians: Nature's Way to Fight Climate Change

Coastal areas are under siege from climate change. Rising sea levels and stronger storms are making it harder to protect these regions. Traditional methods, like building big walls, aren't always the best answer. Nature-based solutions (NbS), like mangroves and wetlands, offer a different approach.

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Jan 11 2026SPORTS

Florida's Dominant Victory Over Tennessee: A Closer Look

Florida's basketball team showed their strength on January 10, 2026, with a strong win against the 21st-ranked Tennessee Volunteers. The final score was 91-67, extending Florida's winning streak at home to 15 games. Boogie Fland had a standout performance, scoring a season-high 23 points. His impres

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Jan 11 2026SCIENCE

Earth's Hidden Cosmic Threats: What Scientists Are Keeping an Eye On

Space isn't just about pretty stars and planets. It's full of potential dangers that could mess with life on Earth. But don't worry, scientists are on the lookout. They're not worried about sci-fi stuff like alien invasions. Instead, they focus on real threats that could cause big problems. Asteroi

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Jan 10 2026SCIENCE

SpaceX and NASA Plan Astronauts' Early Return

SpaceX is getting ready to bring back four astronauts from the International Space Station (ISS) earlier than planned. This is because one of the astronauts has a medical issue. The astronauts are NASA's Mike Fincke and Zena Cardman, Japan's Kimiya Yui, and Russia's Oleg Platanov. The plan is for t

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Jan 10 2026OPINION

Florida's Housing Hurdle: What's Holding Back Affordable Living?

Florida's Live Local Act, a 2023 law aimed at tackling housing affordability, is facing resistance from some wealthy areas. These communities are putting up barriers to block new housing developments, despite the law's incentives like tax breaks and easier zoning rules. The law was designed to enco

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Jan 08 2026POLITICS

Florida's Big Move: Redrawing the Political Map

Florida is making a big move in politics. Governor Ron DeSantis announced that the state will start redrawing its congressional districts in April. This could give the Republican Party up to five more seats in Congress. Why is this a big deal? Well, the party in power usually loses seats in midterm

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Jan 06 2026ENVIRONMENT

Offshore Wind Farms: Are Whales Paying the Price?

Offshore wind projects are booming, but at what cost to marine life? A group called Save Long Beach Island (Save LBI) thinks these projects are causing more harm to whales and dolphins than anyone realizes. They say the loud noises from building and running wind farms can mess up these animals' hear

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