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How Lahaina's Beaches Handle Pollution After the Big Fire

July 11, 2025

The massive fire in Lahaina, Maui, in August 2023 left a big mess. Untreated wastewater and harmful chemicals from the fire spread into the environment. Scientists wanted to see how this pollution moves around in the beach's groundwater, especially since the seasons change how water flows. They use

health

Internet Access and Diabetes: A County-Level Look

July 10, 2025

In 2021, a study dug into how internet access at home might be linked to diabetes rates across US counties. The idea was to see if having more people online could mean fewer diabetes cases, even when other factors like income and education are considered. The study looked at data from over 3, 000 c

environment

Arctic Mud: A Hidden Battle Between Tiny Life and Superbugs

July 9, 2025

In the icy Arctic, something strange is happening in the mud beneath the ocean. Tiny life forms are fighting an invisible war. These are not just any tiny life forms. They are bacteria. And they are up against some tough opponents: superbugs. These superbugs are not your typical bugs. They are bacte

celebrities

The Rise and Fall of a Hip-Hop Icon

July 6, 2025

Sean Combs, once a symbol of hip-hop success, now faces a different kind of spotlight. This summer, instead of partying on yachts, he was in court, dealing with serious charges. The trial brought out many details about his personal life, some of which were quite shocking. Combs was found not guilty

health

Why Are Fewer Black Americans Choosing Epidurals During Labor?

July 3, 2025

There's a big difference in how often Black Americans and White Americans use epidurals during childbirth. Black Americans are much less likely to choose this pain relief option. Why is this happening? First, let's talk about trust. Many Black Americans have good reasons to be wary of the medical s

science

Goat Follicles: The Science Behind Their Unique Growth Patterns

July 3, 2025

Ever wondered why goats have such interesting reproductive patterns? Scientists have been digging into this question. They looked at different-sized follicles in goats' ovaries. Follicles are tiny sacs that hold eggs. The researchers focused on small, medium, and large follicles. They wanted to see

technology

Huawei Faces U. S. Legal Battle: What You Need to Know

July 2, 2025

Huawei, the Chinese tech giant, is in hot water with the U. S. justice system. A U. S. judge recently decided that Huawei must face serious criminal charges. These charges include stealing technology, racketeering, wire fraud, and bank fraud. The judge said Huawei's arguments to dismiss the case wer

opinion

Why Calling Someone Jose or Maria is a Big Deal

July 2, 2025

In a recent incident, Vice President JD Vance referred to Senator Alex Padilla as "Jose Padilla. " Whether intentional or not, this act carries significant weight. It's not just about getting a name wrong. It's about devaluing the identities of over 65 million Latinos in the U. S. Latinos contribute

environment

How Earthworms and Invasive Plants Team Up in Polluted Soil

July 2, 2025

In some places, the soil is not very healthy. It has something called Cadmium (Cd) in it. This is not good for plants. But, some plants are better at dealing with this than others. These are called invasive plants. They are not from around here. They come from other places and take over. Earthworms

environment

How Water Moves Toxic Stuff in the Soil

July 1, 2025

In the rocky landscapes of southwest China, water is on the move. It carries more than just moisture. It also moves harmful stuff like mercury, thallium, and arsenic. These toxic elements are found in the soil. They come from different places. Some come from rocks breaking down. Others come from the