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Weather and Political Storms Ahead: Holiday Travel Chaos Expected

December 21, 2024

Millions of people are getting ready to hit the roads and skies for winter break, despite looming storms and a possible government shutdown. Jimmy Pham, a UC Berkeley student, is flying to San Diego and isn’t too worried about minor delays. However, he’s keeping an eye on the weather for a future sn

science

Saving Energy with a Powerful Urea-Oxidizing Catalyst

December 21, 2024

Clean energy is a big deal, and hydrogen is a superstar in this field. One cool way to generate hydrogen is by breaking down urea in water. This happens in a process called urea oxidation reaction (UOR). Scientists have created a special electro-catalyst to make this happen in salty water, similar t

weather

Stormy Roads Ahead: Holiday Travel Hits California

December 21, 2024

Get ready for some wet holidays! California is bracing for a series of storms that might ruin some travel plans. Starting Sat morning, rain will hit San Francisco and Oakland, expect about a quarter to a third of an inch. The same day, North Bay valleys could get half an inch to three-quarters, whil

finance

Holiday Gifts: $10B Down the Drain, Half Disliked

December 21, 2024

This holiday season, Americans are set to overspend on unwanted gifts, racking up a whopping $10. 1 billion in disappointing presents. That's right, nearly 53% of adults in the US will unwrap at least one gift they don't like. The average cost of these unwanted gifts has risen to $72, up from $66 la

politics

Idaho Pauses Abortion Referral Investigations Amid Legal Fight

December 21, 2024

In Idaho, medical boards have agreed to put a stop to investigations into healthcare providers who refer patients to other states for abortions. This decision comes as a result of an ongoing legal battle involving Planned Parenthood and two Idaho doctors. They sued Idaho's Attorney General, Raúl Lab

celebrities

Mark Ronson and Justin Theroux Host Epic Celebrity-Filled Holiday Party

December 21, 2024

Mark Ronson, the musician known for hits like "Uptown Funk, " and Justin Theroux, the actor from "The Leftovers, " threw a big holiday bash at Pebble Bar. This spot is a celeb hangout with a secret entrance under Rockefeller Center. The party was their third annual event, and they managed to get Gho

politics

Travel Troubles: How a Government Shutdown Could Spoil Your Holiday Trips

December 20, 2024

Are you planning to fly somewhere for the holidays? A government shutdown might mess up your plans if lawmakers can't agree on a spending bill by Friday night. This could mean big changes at airports. The Transportation Security Administration is expecting a busy time, with about 40 million people

religion

Light Up Hanukkah: New Ideas for an Age-Old Festival

December 20, 2024

Hanukkah, a beloved holiday in the US, often feels overshadowed by Christmas. Kids might feel like they're missing out, and the holiday's unique spirit can get lost in the shuffle. Why not switch things up? Maybe it's time to rethink the tradition of gift-giving. Instead, let's make Hanukkah more fu

weather

Holiday Travel: Weather and Shutdown Woes

December 20, 2024

As the holidays approach, a record number of people plan to travel. But two big issues could make things tough. Winter weather is on its way, which might not be a huge deal, but it's something to watch. Plus, there's a potential government shutdown looming. If it happens, TSA agents and air traffic

opinion

Holiday Inclusion: Why Neutrality Matters

December 20, 2024

Ever thought about why we say "Happy Holidays" instead of "Merry Christmas"? It's not about ruining Christmas, but about including everyone. Some folks believe America was founded on Christianity, so Christmas should be the main holiday. But the truth is, our Constitution protects our right to celeb