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Nickel in Tiny Zeolite Cells: A New Way to Make Catalysts Work Better

February 7, 2026

A team of scientists has found a clever trick for putting single nickel atoms inside special tiny cages called zeolites. Zeolites are like honeycomb structures that can trap molecules and help chemical reactions happen faster. The new method keeps the nickel atoms from clumping together, which is a

technology

Big Engines, Small Planes: Why the A350 Beats the 777 in Power

February 7, 2026

The Boeing 777 has sold more than any other twin‑jet, but its biggest model, the 777‑300ER, uses an engine that is huge and very powerful. The engine, a GE90‑115B, can push the plane with 115, 300 pounds of thrust. That is more than any other engine on a commercial jet that flies today. Airbus answ

environment

New Jersey’s Climate Fight: What the New Governor Must Do

February 7, 2026

The state is now led by Gov. Mikie Sherrill, a former congresswoman who has shown a strong record on the environment. Her first task is to step into the role of climate champion left by her predecessor, especially as New Jersey faces a mix of development pressures and natural threats. The last ye

business

American Airlines Rolls Out First Refitted A319 for Better Seats

February 7, 2026

Fort Worth‑based American Airlines is set to debut its first upgraded Airbus A319 this weekend, marking a new chapter in the carrier’s cabin refresh plans. The aircraft will feature an extra row of first‑class seats, larger overhead bins for carry‑on luggage, and power outlets at every seat—though i

sports

Frank Del Duca: Soldier, Bobsled Star and Flag‑Bearer Extraordinaire

February 7, 2026

Frank Del Duca is a U. S. Army sergeant who also races on the world’s icy tracks as a top‑ranked bobsled pilot. In February 2026 he carried the American flag at the opening ceremony in Milan, becoming the first bobsledder to do so in seventy years. He began his sporting life as a state champion s

opinion

Whizzer’s Fight: A Polio Survivor’s Legacy and the Power of Vaccines

February 7, 2026

A 16‑year‑old football star from Florida once faced a nightmare that would shape his life forever. In 1954, before the polio vaccine reached the streets, he contracted a disease that left him paralyzed and in constant pain. He endured countless hospital stays, dozens of surgeries, and a life with a

weather

Storm Marta Leaves Spanish Farms Flooded and Farmers in Trouble

February 7, 2026

The rain keeps coming. Winds blow hard. Fields are under water. Farmers in southern Spain say they have lost many hectares of broccoli, carrots and cauliflower. The damage is worth millions of euros. They want help from the government. The storm, named Marta, is part of a long line of bad weather.

technology

Portable Power That Keeps You Warm When the Grid Fails

February 7, 2026

When winter hits and the power goes out, a small device can become your biggest ally. A new portable station offers 2, 000 watts of steady power and a quick burst up to 3, 000 watts. It has ten outlets so you can plug in phones, laptops, routers, medical gear and even a kettle. The unit starts up in

politics

Trump’s Approval Falls to New Low in Conservative Poll

February 6, 2026

A recent survey by Rasmussen Reports found President Trump’s approval rating at 41 percent, a dip to the lowest level seen during his second term. The tracker recorded 57 percent of respondents disapproving, a figure that could influence the political climate as the country heads toward the 2026 mid

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