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The New Dome: How a Reopened Planetarium Is Changing Learning

March 3, 2026

A new chapter is opening for the University of Arkansas at Little Rock as its planetarium, renamed after a generous donor, will welcome students and the public again in fall 2026. After almost twenty years of silence, the venue is being upgraded with state‑of‑the‑art projection and sound. The

opinion

A Winter That Might Vanish

February 26, 2026

Snowfall in the Northeast this year is breaking records, with some resorts receiving more than 30 inches of powder in just ten days. The cold snap has turned roads into pristine white blankets, and the lake that had been thawed since 2019 is finally frozen. While people love the sight of fresh snow

technology

Magnetic Case Turns Galaxy S26 Ultra Into a Handy Studio

February 26, 2026

The new case turns the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra into a portable studio. It is made by TORRAS, known for magnetic stand cases. Samsung phones do not have built‑in magnets, so the case supplies them. The design includes a kickstand that can rotate 360°. It can be set between 30° and 90°, m

politics

Park Signage Lawsuit: History and Science in the Crosshairs

February 18, 2026

A group of conservationists, historians, and scientists has taken legal action against the current federal administration over new rules that have led to the removal or alteration of educational displays in national parks across the United States. The lawsuit claims that orders issued by the preside

environment

Greenland's Changing Landscape: A Glimpse into the Arctic's Future

February 18, 2026

In the heart of Greenland, a man named Jørgen Kristensen shares a unique bond with his sled dogs. These dogs have been his companions since he was a child, offering him comfort and support when he faced bullying at school. Today, Kristensen is a champion dog sledder, but the changing climate is maki

environment

Earth’s Climate Future: A Critical Turnaround

February 15, 2026

Scientists have released a new study that suggests the planet is nearing a dangerous threshold where many natural systems could fail. The research highlights that large ice sheets in Greenland and West Antarctica, frozen ground in northern regions, and the Amazon rainforest are closer to breaking po

science

A Scientist Who Challenged the Skies

February 10, 2026

Michael McElroy grew up in Belfast and earned a Ph. D. in applied mathematics from Queen’s University, where he famously solved ten test problems instead of the required three. His curiosity pushed him from planetary studies during the space race to deep investigations of Earth’s atmosphere. At Kit

science

Tracking Seals to Unlock Antarctic Ocean Secrets

February 10, 2026

Scientists from Seoul National University are using tiny tags on Weddell seals to learn how a warming ocean is changing life beneath Antarctica’s ice. They first capture the seals on sea‑ice near Thwaites Glacier by carefully approaching from behind and gently darting a sedative into the animal’s

environment

Skiers Raise Alarm Over Oil Sponsorship at Winter Games

February 6, 2026

The Olympic torch, on its way to Italy, stopped unexpectedly in front of ENI’s headquarters. An executive from a low‑carbon branch carried the flame, linking the event to ENI’s new “premium partner” status with the Games. ENI is also setting up a winter village in Milan, offering a snowboard simu

weather

Understanding Wind Chill: A Chilly Tale from Pennsylvania

January 19, 2026

Pennsylvania is bracing for a cold snap, with temperatures dropping to the teens and wind chills nearing zero. This weather phenomenon, known as wind chill, has been a part of weather forecasts since 1973. It's a measure of how cold it feels when wind speed is factored in with the actual air tempera