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What Germany plans to do about high gas prices

March 20, 2026

German leaders disagree on how to handle rising fuel costs tied to global tensions. One idea from the Finance Ministry suggests taxing oil companies that are making extra profits while regular drivers pay more. The money from this could help families who spend a big chunk of their income on commutin

education

April’s Rubber Learning Events: More Than Just a Bunch of Online Classes

March 20, 2026

April brings a mix of online classes and workshops for anyone working with rubber. These aren’t just basic lessons—they focus on real-world problems and new technologies. For example, a course on April 2 explains how rubber’s stretchy and squishy behaviors affect product design. Another session on A

weather

Spring weather swings into Boston ahead of schedule

March 20, 2026

Boston residents have a few days to say goodbye to winter before spring officially arrives. A brief cold snap lingers today with partly sunny skies and temperatures barely reaching the mid-40s. While most of the day stays dry, light snow or rain could sneak in overnight as a weak system approaches f

environment

How the U. S. Tried to Control the Weather, and Why People Still Don’t Buy It

March 20, 2026

In the mid-1900s, the U. S. government spent serious money on weather control. Not just for fun—it was a Cold War move. Think of it like a tech race, where the prize was making rain on demand or stopping storms. One 1965 report, kept secret for decades, showed how the government planned to double or

technology

Better Wind Power Predictions: A Fresh Look at Ocean Clues

March 20, 2026

Getting wind energy right is tricky because wind doesn’t blow steadily. Power grids need to balance supply and demand, but wind farms can’t always match that. A new study shows how ocean patterns might help predict wind power better. Instead of just looking at current wind speed, researchers tested

health

CDC Leadership Search Shows Hope Amid Health Department Turmoil

March 20, 2026

The hunt for a new CDC director is sparking cautious optimism, even as the agency grapples with years of shakeups and policy disputes. Recent candidates for the top role suggest better days ahead, but the CDC’s past struggles under political pressure raise questions about stability. The agency has s

politics

A new plan for handling student loans shifts focus to the Treasury

March 20, 2026

The government just announced a three-step plan to move control of student loans to the Treasury Department. First, it will focus on loans that are already in default. Next, it will handle loans that are not yet in default, as long as it’s legally possible. Finally, the Treasury will help make sure

finance

Crimson Desert’s Share Drop: What the Scores Reveal

March 19, 2026

The launch of Crimson Desert has shaken Pearl Abyss’s stock, causing a steep decline in value as reviewers released their ratings. Investors had been hoping for near‑perfect scores, but the game landed at a 78 on Metacritic, far below expectations. The South Korean market saw the company’s shares

health

Older‑Age Shoulder Tears: What to Do

March 19, 2026

The problem of torn shoulder tendons that can’t be fixed is getting more common as people grow older. When someone has pain or weakness, doctors usually start with a solid six‑month plan of targeted exercise. Many patients feel better with this approach, so it is the first choice in treatment. ...

politics

Japan Leader Heads to Washington Amid Middle East Tensions

March 19, 2026

The Japanese prime minister will visit the White House for the first time since a former U. S. president asked Japan to help patrol a vital sea route in the Middle East. She arrives as the U. S. faces a new conflict involving Iran, and her trip is meant to strengthen ties with Washington while ke