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Shining a Light on Photoscience: A Look at a Key Journal

December 21, 2025

Photoscience is a big deal. It's about how light affects chemistry and biology. There's a journal that's all about this stuff. It's called "Photochemistry and Photobiology. " It's the official journal of the American Society for Photobiology. This journal is a big platform for scientists. They shar

opinion

A Decade of Hope: How a Florida Nonprofit is Changing Lives

December 21, 2025

A nonprofit in Florida just hit a big milestone. Better Together celebrated 10 years of hard work. They've helped almost 100, 000 people and kept over 12, 000 kids out of foster care. That's a huge deal! The group works with local churches and volunteers. They step in before families hit rock botto

sports

Skiing Stars Shine Bright in the 2025-26 World Cup Season

December 21, 2025

The 2025-26 Alpine Skiing World Cup season is set to thrill fans from October to March, with a star-studded lineup and high-stakes competition. This season is especially exciting as it leads up to the 2026 Milan Cortina Olympics, adding extra pressure and anticipation for the athletes. Mikaela Shif

sports

Southern's New Offensive Coordinator: A Fresh Start with Ken Merchant

December 21, 2025

Southern University is making waves with a new addition to their coaching staff. Marshall Faulk, the head coach, is bringing in Ken Merchant to lead the offense. This move comes after a recent board meeting where Faulk mentioned Kyle Caskey from UL would be the offensive coordinator. But plans chang

business

From Hobby to Home Business: How One Woman Turned Wood and Acrylic into Art

December 21, 2025

In the heart of Wake Forest, North Carolina, a woman named Donna Clayton has turned her love for crafting into a successful business. She started Falcon Ridge Designs during the COVID-19 pandemic, selling her creations locally before moving online to Etsy. Her journey began with a simple idea: to us

politics

Mortgage Fraud Probe: A Political Chess Game

December 21, 2025

In a surprising turn of events, a high-ranking Republican official has taken aim at a Democratic congressman, sparking a heated debate about politics and ethics. The story begins with a conservative news outlet, The Gateway Pundit, publishing an article that alleged U. S. Representative Eric Swalwel

science

A New Era in Space Travel: The First Wheelchair User Soars Beyond Earth

December 20, 2025

Michaela Benthaus, a 33-year-old German engineer, made history by becoming the first wheelchair user to cross the Kármán Line, the boundary marking the edge of outer space. This groundbreaking journey took place aboard a Blue Origin New Shepard capsule, launching from Texas on a Saturday morning. Th

entertainment

The Hidden World of LEGO: Where Bricks Tell a Story

December 20, 2025

In Denmark, a secret museum holds the history of LEGO, a toy that has been a part of many childhoods. This museum, only accessible to LEGO employees, showcases the evolution of the iconic brick. The museum is located near the original home of LEGO's founder, Ole Kirk Kristiansen, reminding visitors

business

Small Town, Big Trouble: The Data Center Dilemma

December 20, 2025

In a small farming community near Ann Arbor, Michigan, a heated debate has been sparked by a recent decision made by the Saline Township Board of Trustees. The board chose to settle a lawsuit, allowing a massive data center project to proceed. This project, involving OpenAI and Oracle, has caused qu

politics

Unrest in Israel: Protests, Politics, and Power Plays

December 20, 2025

Israel is buzzing with activity, both on the streets and in the political arena. Protests are popping up all over the country, with the biggest one happening in Tel Aviv. Families of victims from the October 7 attack and soldiers who fought in Gaza are leading the charge, demanding answers and accou